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By Carolyn Brown


When Americans think of wildlife and wide open spaces where they can fish or hunt and live off the land, most think immediately of Alaska. With so much space untouched by human housing or development, it is a great place for angling enthusiasts and beginner fishermen alike to find ample supplies of prized fish that can fill your belly and your freezer for weeks or even months to come. All you need to do is book an Alaska day fishing charter.

The companies that offer these charters are really great at getting you ready to go. Most of them have tackle and gear for you, so you do not have to buy a fishing pole. However, if you are a seasoned angler, you are more than welcome to bring your own gear to use. You will need a fishing license, but most businesses can get this for you before you arrive. If they do not supply the license, there are dozens of places you can go to get one quickly, such as a supermarket or outdoor gear supply store.

Halibut is easily one of the two most popular fish that people really love to go on expeditions for. Many of them are huge, with one single specimen often weighing in at a hundred pounds or more. That means you can feed your entire family for days.

To catch halibut, you usually need to go into waters further from the coast for the best spots. That is why a charter company is so handy in these situations. The guides know all the best spots and can take you directly there so you don't waste half a day fishing without any catches. A half day or full day charter is best, and you book them all year long, as every season is halibut season.

The crown jewel of all the fish you can catch in Alaskan waters is easily the salmon. There are five different species, but all of them must be caught in summer as they pass through, so be ready for warm weather and coolers full of protein to take home.

These trips book up quickly since the season is so short, so you really want to call in advance to secure your spot. To get the best areas, you may have to take what is called a fly-in trip. This is where you get onto a small propeller plane, often one that seats only two or three people, to get to a local spot with a well-stocked waterway. There are less fellow anglers, so less competition from humans.

Bears love salmon too, as it is delicious and full of nutrients they need after a long winter of hibernating. Thankfully, your guide is experienced in dealing with bears and any other wildlife you may encounter to keep you safe. You may actually be able to hunt some of that wildlife if you book a combo trip.

Though polls, bait, and tackle are usually included with most bookings, you will still be expected to have the rest of the needed gear. This means sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat and the right clothing that is appropriate for the season. If you show up without the appropriate gear, you can buy it from a local outdoor supply or Army surplus store.




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