Smart Planning and the Right Mindset
Trout fishing the Kenai River in fall delivers big rewards for anglers who show up with the right mindset and a solid plan. With fewer crowds, vibrant scenery, and trophy-sized rainbows, it’s 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 of a lifetime. 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 in Cooper Landing. Read More...
Kings and Miracles
King salmon fishing is a rite of passage in Alaska, cherished by locals and visitors alike. Preserving this tradition calls for shared responsibility in conservation. Read about Fish Alaska co-founder Melissa’s memorable Read More...
Don’t Miss the Boat on Westside Cook Inlet Razor Clams
Alaska clamming is a beloved activity for locals and visitors, offering the perfect mix of adventure, coastal beauty, and the promise of fresh seafood. Anglers often enjoy the yield equally as much Read More...
Alaska Sockeye Salmon
Alaska Sockeye Salmon Facts and Tips: Fish Alaska Species Guide by Marcus Weiner Sockeye, also known as red salmon, are an anadromous species that is born in freshwater, moves to saltwater to Read More...
Alaska King Salmon
Alaska King Salmon Facts and Fishing Tips by Marcus Weiner Chinook (king) salmon are purple / blue / green backed with big black spots on their backs, dorsal fins and both lobes Read More...
Alaska Coho Salmon
Fish Alaska Species Guide: Coho Salmon by Marcus Weiner In their ocean form, coho are silver, with white bellies and gums, and have small black spots on their backs and upper lobe Read More...
Alaska Halibut
Alaska Halibut Facts for Anglers by Marcus Weiner Pacific halibut are ambush predators that lie on the ocean floor. Their top side is a mottled, brown to olive coloring, while their bottom Read More...
High-Pressure Trout Tactics for the Kenai
Trout tactics for standing out among other anglers on the crowded Kenai River in the fall shared by Nigel Fox, co-owner/guide at Alaska Drift Away Fishing. Everyone seems to fish Read More...
Sheefish Ice Fishing
Sheefish ice fishing in Alaska offers a unique and thrilling experience, with anglers targeting these large, aggressive fish in remote locations. Concerns over proposed developments, such as the Ambler Road, highlight the Read More...
Jig Life Episode 7
Jigging with Icy Bay Lodge In Episode 7 of the Jig Life, Marcus and the crew head to Icy Bay Lodge in Southeast Alaska to hit the saltwater and jig Read More...
Cat and Mouse: The Evolution of the PhD Pig
Kenai River trout pigs are becoming more elusive, with fewer large catches due to increased fishing pressure and evolving trout behavior. Learn how author Nick Ohlrich is adjusting his fishing techniques for Read More...
High Water Fishing Tactics for Kenai Rainbows
High water fishing presents significant challenges, as the swift currents and discolored waters make it more difficult to locate and catch fish effectively. Check out these tips from Nigel Fox for a Read More...
How to Catch Shrimp: That’s Shrimpin’ Part 2
How to catch shrimp is the question you need answered now that you’re all fired up and ready to harvest your own. Current Alaska Department of Fish & Game regulations allow us Read More...