Feeder Kings: Pursuing Saltwater Kings
Feeder Kings blog by John Averill Pursuing saltwater feeder king salmon in southcentral Alaska It was mid-September 2018 in Kenai, Alaska and we were experiencing a 100-year weather event. It Read More...
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The Care and Feeding of Your Fishing Guide
At my age there are really only three reasons to get up at 3:00 A.M., and two of them are not voluntary: to go to the bathroom, to check out Read More...
The Kannery Cedar Plank Salmon
Trawl-Free Recipe provided by The Kannery Restaurant in Homer, Alaska The Kannery Restaurant owners are committed to local sourcing and sustainable fishing methods. Read More...
The “Over-Escapement” Fallacy
Kenai salmon management has long revolved around the fear of over-escapement, a concept suggesting too many returning fish can harm future runs. Yet decades of data from the Kenai Read More...
Arctic Char
2025-09-10T13:54:05-08:00Arctic Char: Alaska Fish Species Guide Arctic char are variable in color depending on the lake system the live in. Generally speaking, they are a greenish brown on top, Read More...
Sheefish
2025-09-10T13:06:07-08:00Sheefish photos courtesy of Remote Waters LLC. Sheefish: Alaska Fish Species Guide Sheefish are silver colored with large scales. Their lower jaw extends past the Read More...
Arctic Grayling
2025-09-06T17:15:31-08:00Arctic Grayling: Alaska Fish Species Guide The most noteworthy attribute of the Arctic grayling is its huge dorsal fin. It’s been coined the “sailfish of the north” by some. Read More...
Fairbanks Fishing Report
This Fairbanks fishing report highlights how fishing in Alaska’s interior differs from the coastal regions further south. Instead of the large, tide-driven salmon runs, the Interior’s season is shaped by Read More...
Mat-Su Valley Fishing Report
Our Mat-Su fishing report shares the season’s highlights, from early runs to peak action, plus the trends and updates that shaped the year. Whether you are planning your next Read More...
Valdez Fishing Report
Valdez fishing report highlights one of Alaska’s most scenic and productive fisheries, nestled in the heart of Prince William Sound. Known for its abundant salmon runs, trophy halibut, and Read More...
Bristol Bay Fisheries Report
This Bristol Bay fisheries report highlights peak fishing action offering insights for planning your adventure on these productive waters. Each summer, anglers flock here to cast along storied rivers Read More...
Kenai River Fishing Report
Kenai River Fishing Report This Kenai River Fishing Report brings you the latest updates from one of Alaska’s most iconic rivers. A favorite among both local Alaskans and visiting Read More...
July 2025
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River Restoration in Gold Country
Mining reclamation in Alaska has come a long way from simple cleanup. Today, it means restoring streams and habitats impacted by mining to full ecological function. BLM’s efforts in Read More...
Northern Pike: Blessing or Menace
Alaska pike are a thrilling sport fish—and a serious ecological threat in the wrong waters. While native in parts of the state, illegally introduced northern pike have devastated salmon Read More...
6-Year Quest for a 30-inch Rainbow
Kenai River trout fishing in September means big rainbows and unforgettable moments. Read about the hunt for giant Kenai trout and the anglers who came north chasing the fish Read More...
The Kenai River in 2025
A Look at the Kenai River Runs for 2025 by Dallas Voss, Explore Kenai For those who dream of fishing Alaska’s world-famous Kenai River or who are poised Read More...
Vacuum Sealers
What's the best vacuum sealer for Alaska? Publisher Melissa Norris is testing several vacuum sealers and talking with the fishing community. We share her best vacuum sealer Read More...
20 Lessons in 20 Years: A Guide’s Journey of Kenai Trout Fishing
Story by Jeremy Anderson & Photos by Alaska Drift Away Fishing In 2002, Nick Ohlrich and I found our way to Alaska, landing jobs at the Russian River campground Read More...