Best Fishing Gifts for all of the Anglers on Your List
The holidays are rapidly approaching! Many of us procrastinate the gift-buying process; I think most of us can agree that it’s an onerous task. If your gift recipients haven’t given you an exact wish list—which Terry Sheely advocates in this issue’s Saltwater column—then perhaps the list below will give you inspiration. We haven’t met too many anglers who don’t appreciate fishing gear. From all of us at Fish Alaska Publications, wishing you good health, peace, prosperity, and joy in 2025.
2024 Holiday Gift Guide
Part II
Pro-Cure Pro Packs for Halibut and Salmon
Looking for the perfect gift for the fisherman in your life? Look no further. Pro-Cure’s all-new, hand-selected 3-packs (Halibut and Salmon, respectively) will get the salmon and halibut angler in your life squared away for this season. Each 3-pack includes the most ruthlessly effective scents for salmon or bottomfish.
Clam X-400 Thermal Hub Shelter
The Clam X-400 Thermal Ice Fishing Hub Shelter boasts 64 square feet of fishable area but packs down small for easy transport. This 4-sided portable hub house has plenty of room for gear and other anglers! Ice anglers will enjoy the unique X-series features and the Max Entry door that allows for easy entry into the ice shelter. Unlike other doors on the market, the Max Entry door allows you to bank in your shelter and still have full use of your door. As part of the X-Series of Clam hub shelters, the X-400 Thermal has industry leading hubs, poles, and thermal fabric that make this an excellent shelter for any ice angler. Fish longer and more comfortably with the convenience and durability of an X-400 Thermal Hub Shelter by Clam Outdoors.
FORLOH Micro-loft Merino Wool Vest
FORLOH introduces a sustainable, high-performance Micro-loft Merino Wool Vest. This highly versatile, lightweight vest is a perfect mid-layer for unpredictable temperatures. Strategically designed and engineered with a combination of FORLOH’s proven fabrics, this smart vest delivers the most comprehensive mid-layer warmth intelligence and is the ultimate in versatility. FORLOH’s exclusive Polygiene scent-control combination tackles odors caused by bacteria coming off the body while simultaneously eliminating outside odors. And the Merino Wool Hi-Loft insulation harnesses the natural benefits of wool and has a high warmth-to-weight ratio yet offers a low-bulk fit. 100% sourced and made in America, it is available in several solid- and camo colors, in men’s and women’s sizes.
Beckman BN2634C
The BN2634C is Beckman’s medium-sized, high-performance, coated fishing net. The BN2634C features their Quick-Connect Channel that allows for an ultra-fast connection of the handle to the yoke. The ultra-strong hoop features Beckman’s Internal Y-Bar construction for increased rigidity and stability. The durable one-piece aluminum yoke comes with a lifetime guarantee. The BN2634C is sold separately with your choice of handles; select your desired hoop and pair it with the handle(s) of your choice.
Pristine Ventures PR-49
Float-fish and -hunt expert Larry Bartlett is a longtime friend and innovator in the industry. Among his accomplishments, he’s developed a variety of boats that are well suited for hauling heavy loads in shallow rivers. One of those boats is the amazing PR-49. This 9-foot raft weighs under 25 pounds and sports an 850-pound load capacity, allowing you to float heavy loads with a very shallow draft. Our team has had experience with this boat, and all are astounded with its performance.
Qiviut Nachaq by Oomingmak Musk Ox Producers’ Co-Operative
For a gift that is truly Alaskan, shop at the downtown Anchorage store for Oomingmak Musk Ox Producers Co-op or order through their website. Choose from an assortment of handmade qiviut accessories like the Nelson Island Nachaq. Our Publisher Melissa Norris wears hers all the time. She also has given several Nachaqs as gifts to close loved ones at the holidays and they love them. It’s a staple for your outdoor wardrobe where warmth and style matter. Is your loved one a competent knitter? Look into buying musk ox yarn from the co-operative for them to design their own custom creation. They also make custom qiviut Christmas ornaments at the holidays at a price point to check off everyone on your list. You’re supporting Alaskans across the state when you shop with Oomingmak.
Fishing gifts that your favorite angler will love!
Snow Gear for the Family from Big Ray’s
Baby, it’s cold outside…But it doesn’t have to be. Get the kids outside this winter in Activ8 Reflective Snowsuits or Jacket and Bibs. The Kavik Men’s Premier Down Parka is sure to keep dad warm. And the Women’s Kavik Taylor Down Parka in their new teal color has been an instant hit that mom will be sure to love. Making some charitable donations during the holidays? A purchase of warm weather gear for a family in need is as thoughtful as it gets. Make holiday shopping easy with something for every member of the family at Big Ray’s in Anchorage, Fairbanks and Kodiak. Want to keep it even simpler? Pull the trigger on a gift card and let your loved ones do the choosing.
Winter Riding Safety Gear from Team CC
Snow is here and that means it’s sled season! Team CC has a passion for snowmachine riding and a passion for safety. For many Alaskans, nothing is more important than the safety of our loved ones. Safety gear under the tree this Christmas lets them know how much you care. Check out this list of Team CC’s safety Must-Gives this year. Learn about the bells and whistles on these handy safety tools at Team CC’s Eagle River and Wasilla locations.
Garmin Montana 700i: Rugged GPS Touchscreen Navigator with inReach Technology
Rugged GPS Touchscreen navigators that feature TopoActive and City Navigator mapping for routable on- or off-road navigation. The Montana 700i offers global two-way messaging and interactive SOS via inReach satellite technology. Each device features a 5-inch color touchscreen, a full QWERTY keyboard for messaging and a display that’s 50% larger than earlier models. A satellite subscription is required.
PIEPS PRO BT Beacon
The PIEPS PRO BT is the most advanced beacon around, with features built for a pro. A smart transmitter auto-adjusts the sending antenna to give searching beacons the best signal, a huge 60-meter circular range, mark/scan function for multiple burial scenarios, and Bluetooth connectivity.
FLY RACING Back Country Kit
This Back Country Kit includes all the basic equipment needed for back-country riding in one backpack for less than $280 all in. It Includes the Back Country Pack, an SP1 Shovel with Saw and one SP1 Avalanche Probe. The pack, with its waterproof base and durable nylon exterior, has storage on the outside for easy access to the shovel and probe, plus a molded goggle case.
SKI-DOO Shovel with Saw Handle
This new shovel design by SKI-DOO has a blade that flips 90 degrees to pull snow away. It features an integrated saw handle with a better cutting edge and can be dismantled for easy storage. Built to last.
Korkers Neo Flex Thermo Collection
The Neo Flex Thermo collection, a fusion of cozy, slipper-like comfort with rugged, waterproof performance features intended for wet, mucky, cold winter days, is perfect for on the boat, on the docks, or just around town. They can be worn every day during fall, winter, and early spring seasons; even summer in Alaska. Features include a soft, fleece-lined interior and protective, waterproof rubber outer. The Neo Flex Thermo boots are constructed with proprietary Cush-Tech premium underfoot cushioning and Kling-On Grip performance outsoles.
C&F Designs XXL Master Tubefly Box CF-5359
This is the ultimate tubefly master box. If you or someone you know loves fishing with tube flies, this box is perfect for safely organizing many tube flies. Storage capacity can be doubled by using the movable separator to adjust tube locations. Movable flip will hold position when the box is fully opened. The box sports eight unique rubber pads on the exterior on both sides that will prevent the case from sliding on boat decks. By storing flies in tubes, the fly shape remains intact. Keep unused flies dry by storing wet flies into their own individual clear tubes, preventing colors from bleeding into each other. Includes 59 clear tubes in total (12 Long/ 12 Medium/ 14 Short/ 21 Extra short). Additional tubes are available.