If you plan on fishing the kenai river while visiting soldotna, alaska be sure to check. Select a region from the map or nearby text listing and look for regionwide regulations. This does not refer to the fishing rod or the fishing style, but to the terminal tackle. Sports fisheries opening, regulation book contains errors. Halibut is closed on all wednesdays throughout the season, plus 5 additional tuesdays 716 8. Alaska hunting regulations alaska department of fish and. Prices for an alaska fishing license will vary depending on the number of days.
In the past i know that there have been restrictions on the size of fish you. He has worked as a fisheries technician, guide, sportfishing consultant, and commercial fly tier. Fish and game corrects errors in southcentral alaska fishing. Management regulations for the harvest of fish and. Regulations governing sport fishing in alaska are complex. Welcome to the kenai riverside fishing program at kenai riverside lodge, your destination for incredible alaska fishing experiences. Feb 09, 2020 salmon regulations are complicated, and vary a lot depending on just where you are fishing. Late spring and all summer are the best times for bowfishing. Alaskas fisheries are among the bestmanaged, most sustainable in the world. Fish and game corrects errors in southcentral alaska. Together, noaa fisheries alaska regional office and alaska fisheries science center help ensure the sustainability of these marine resources for generations.
The soldotna visitor center has current sport fishing regulation books. Southcentral alaska sport fish regulations for the alaska department of fish and game. You are sure to enjoy a fly fishing trip with sitka alaska outfitters. Sep 28, 2016 fish and game corrects errors in southcentral alaska fishing regulation summary booklets. This book is published by the federal subsistence management program as an. Management regulations for the harvest of fish and shellfish.
Download the fish washington app, which provides uptodate fishing regulations on your mobile device. Your guide to fishing regulations in alaska alaska tour jobs. Ezfishing brings you alaskas most comprehensive list of fishing locations, providing interactive maps that show each locations gps coordinates, nearby facilities like restaurants, gas stations, marinas and fishing shops, their current and forecasted weather and, if. Then go to the drainage or area you will be fishing and look for specific regulations. Best time to fish in alaska chart showing summer runs, may. And youll want a regulation book when you get up there as well. Alaska department of fish and game statewide saltwater. Mar 26, 2020 fishing matsu valley lakes stocked with rainbow trout, arctic char, small landlocked salmon, or arctic grayling often provides a more consistent fish catching opportunity during may. From april 5th through june 30th, youre allowed to. The regulation was adopted by the alaska board of fisheries in 2010, to reduce the potential for introduction and spread of invasive organisms, including plants, into. The binding came apart and broke after looking at this book for the 4th time. Alaskas fishing regulations under statutory authority from the alaska. The structure ensures that a wide range of needs and values are addressed through a high level of public involvement and scrutiny. He has worked as a fisheries technician, guide, sport fishing consultant, and commercial fly tier.
Alaska halibut regulations are regulated on not only state levels, but also federal and international as well. Assistants, deckhands, and similar persons who work directly under the supervision of and on the same vessel as a state of alaska registered fishing guide are exempt from the guide registration requirements. California ocean sport fishing regulations map uptodate sport fishing regulations online just click on the map to see regulations for your area. Unless specifically closed to them, nonrural residents and. Visit the alaska department of fish and game to download state regulations. Updated alaska fishing regulations for 2019 alaska go fish. Book ketchikans best 6hour halibut charter with our halibut fishing excursions you can focus your effort on catching delicious fish book your seat today. Fishing regulations home, alaska department of fish and game. Alaska s process for enacting fish and wildlife regulations is an outstanding example of an open public process. The ultimate anglers guide, deluxe 3rd edition limeres, on. Alaska resources provide jobs and a stable food supply for the nation, while supporting a traditional way of life for alaska native and local fishing communities. Southcentral alaska sport fish regulations, alaska department of. All inclusive alaska fishing trips kenai riverside fishing. Alaska department of fish and game, division of sport fish research and technical services, 333 raspberry rd anchorage ak 99518 this document should be cited as.
Because of the unparalleled catches our guests have experienced, today other boats venture onto the same waters. Youre allowed to catch one chinook salmon, if its larger than 28 inches, between july 1st and december 31st. The 2018 sport fishing regulations summary will be published and made available by late april. Anglers are reminded that footgear with absorbent felt or other fibrous material on the soles are prohibited while sport fishing in the fresh waters of alaska. Only rural alaska residents may fish under the federal subsistence regulations in this book. Ezfishing brings you alaska s most comprehensive list of fishing locations, providing interactive maps that show each locations gps coordinates, nearby facilities like restaurants, gas stations, marinas and fishing shops, their current and forecasted weather and, if available, their water conditions.
Kenai riverside fishing is part of alaska wildland adventures, a longtime operator of guided fishing trips since 1977. I would also recommend scott haugens flyfishers guide to alaska. Check for any emergency rule changes affecting the species or location youre fishing. Fish and game corrects errors in southcentral alaska fishing regulation summary booklets. We will provide fishing reports and regulation updates as they become available. Kenai river fish run times soldotna chamber of commerce. Salmon regulations are complicated, and vary a lot depending on just where you are fishing. Fishing for halibut and rock fish with puffin charters in. Emergency orders eos always supersede the published regulations. Alaska offers some of the most spectacular freshwater, saltwater, fly and even ice fishing in the world. Pristine lakes, rivers and streams hold runs of wild steelhead, salmon, trout and char. Not included are fishing license and fish processing.
American indian and alaska native hunting and fishing rights the centers for disease control and prevention cdc is committed to endorsing traditional foods as an effective approach for health promotion and diabetes prevention in american indians and alaska natives aian communities. Emergency orders eos always supersede the published. Interested in submitting a hunting photo for possible use in future regulations or on our website. Best time to fish in alaska chart showing summer runs. Sport fishing regulations, alaska department of fish and game. Fishing regulations alaska fishing lodges jimmie jack. Adfg regulations alaska fishing regulations overview for the. Alaska provides year round fishing, provided youre willing to try new locales and species. Tide tables and solunar charts for southcentral alaska. A student of the sport, tony s extensive field research done each season has culminated in three books, flyfishing alaska, flies for alaska, and the kenai river journal. Alaska fishing licenses are not included in the excursion pricing. If you have questions or need additional information, please contact the office of subsistence.
Homer, alaska, fishing charter alaska saltwater adventures. Learn about fishing guidelines, regulations, and licensing in alaska to prepare for your fishing trip with princess alaska tours. Homer alaska fishing charters, homer halibut charters, homer halibut fishing, salmon fishing, combo fishing, fish homer, ak fishing, alaska vacation, guided fishing trips near me, trips to alaska, best halibut fishing. American indian and alaska native hunting and fishing rights the centers for disease control and prevention cdc is committed to endorsing traditional foods as an effective approach for health promotion and diabetes prevention in american indians and. Improving communication of sport fishing regulations in alaska. It is more thorough in terms of breadth than some other alaska fishing resources but generally doesnt tell you a lot about each location usually a paragraph or two. Aug 15, 2005 it is more thorough in terms of breadth than some other alaska fishing resources but generally doesnt tell you a lot about each location usually a paragraph or two. Sport fishing is open to anyone in virtually all of alaska, while commercial, subsistence, and personal use fishing are limited to certain areas, certain types of gear, or just to alaska residents. Download and read the annual fishing pamphlet, which details rules and regulations statewide. Visit the hunting on the refuge page for up to date information specific to the kenai national wildlife refuge. Sometimes emergency orders are issued by the alaskan government to open and close sport fishing seasons or specific areas along the fishing areas. Alaskan fishing adventures pioneered halibut fishing the outer reaches of cook inlet back in the early 1980s, and literally had the whole fishery just for our clients.
At alaskan fishing adventures, we offer halibut fishing trips out of both homer and seward. The alaska sport fishing season in our area is mainly june through the end of august each year. Book the best 6 hour halibut fishing with ketchikan. Fishing regulations alaska fishing lodges jimmie jacks. We offer you the best of fishing holidays and shareable stories of your unbeatable memories. Best fishing is on the ocean, so as long as weather permits, well get them. Federal subsistence management program 20172019 fisheries. You may request a hard copy of the alaska hunting regulations by emailing dfg. The refuge specific regulations are in addition to regulations written by the state of alaska. Larger parties can be accommodated with two or more boats.
Current 2019 federal bag limit regulation area 2c southeast alaska. See fishing rules and regulations government of yukon. During their january 1123 meeting, the alaska board of fisheries board made the following regulatory changes to southeast alaska sport fisheries. Theres no best time to visit as it really depends on the species of fish you prefer to target, the type of weather you prefer and if you are interested in. If you are interested in halibut fishing in alaska, choose to fish with the best. Specifically, fly fishing only zones require that you use a single hook with an attached attractor attached hair, bead, yarn. Many sections of the russian riverupper kenai are considered fly fishing only. Sports fisheries opening, regulation book contains errors author.
Alaska fish seasons and regulations angling unlimited. Contact us today and find out why we are the best in the business. Southcentral alaska sport fish regulations for the alaska department of fish and game skip to main content skip to site navigation. Alaska board of fisheries proposal book information for the alaska department of fish and game. Fishing matsu valley lakes stocked with rainbow trout, arctic char, small landlocked salmon, or arctic grayling often provides a more consistent fish catching opportunity during may. The alaska department of fish and game provides information about the requirements of other agencies as a courtesy. When it comes to fishing regulations, alaska takes no greater care in conservation and keeping the fishery alive for both tourists and alaska fishing charters. Find links to alaska fishing regulations in this section and learn how you can help with local fishing conservation efforts. All fishing trips include transportation, guide, gear, tackle, foodsnacks and beverages. Federal subsistence management regulations for the harvest of. Maybe the app could be used for the sport fishing log book.
Federal subsistence management program 20172019 fisheries proposals comment period open through may 26, 2016. Fishing alaska locations, news, guides, clubs and regulations. Check out the fishing regulations for each river you could be fishing on at jimmie jacks alaskas original fishing lodge. The sitka fly shop, is your source for fly fishing goods and guided fly fishing trips in the sitka area. American indian and alaska native hunting and fishing rights. Tides and solunar charts for fishing in southcentral alaska. Sitka alaska fishing information sitka alaska outfitters. Mark your name and the name of your first nation on each gill net, fish trap and set box so fishery and conservation officers and game guardians know that it is legal. The dream of catching an alaska trophy halibut lures angles from around the world, to experience an unforgettable alaska halibut fishing trip book with fish seward alaska inc. The kenai peninsula fishing regulations are now available online too. Easy to search resort directory featuring 119 alaska fishing resorts. After you purchase your alaska fishing license, you can fish during a king salmon run on the kenai river or reel in a huge halibut off the shores near homer. We have outfitted our boats with top quality fishing gear because we want you to have the best chance at getting your fish in the boat. Upon retaining two adult silver salmon on the kenai river, anglers may not fish for any species below the mouth of the killey river.
Alaska alaska drivers manual alaska motorcycle manual alaska commercial drivers alaska hunting. Seward alaska fishing rates and specials fish seward. The yakutat area cape suckling to cape fairweather was. Allinclusive fishing trips at kenai riverside fishing. Annual harvest limits april 5 through june 30, the annual limit is three king salmon 28 inches or greater in length from july 1 through july 31, the annual limit is one king salmon, 28 inches or greater in length, and king salmon harvested from january 1 through june 30 will. Alaska go fish, llc is an amazing fishing experience offering fishing holidays and unbeatable memories. We will assist you with arranging an alaska fishing license, either through the guide service, or at the lodge location. It can be as easy as pulling off the side of the road and casting a line, or you can charter a boat or float plane to whisk you off to a secluded fishing spot where you can reel in one of the more than 627 species that inhabit the alaskan waters, including a variety of salmon, trout. Theres winter kings out of homer, spring rainbows on the kenai river, summer sockeye on the russian river, and of course ice fishing while lakes remain frozen. Tides4fishing cookies are used to personalise content and ads, save your recent fishing sites and remember your display settings. To report violations of the regulations in this book or other regulations on federal. We are alaska go fish, llc, and we offer you, the traveling fisherman, a once in a lifetime, allaround great fishing experience. Southcentral alaska sport fish regulations, alaska. May 2020 alaska fishing reports alaska fishing guide.
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