F/V Halibut Hunter

Our boat is a 6 passenger, 28’ Glasply deluxe heated cabin cruiser with restroom and full navigation electronics on board.  Powered by EFI 350 hp twin engines, the ride to the fishing grounds is safe, fast, and comfortable.

What We Provide

Tackle & Fishing Gear feature top of the line Shimano Tiagra 16’s reels, and custom rods, plus bait and artificial lures.  Custom fish filleting is included with your charter.

What To Bring On Board

• ALASKA fishing license-Required by Dept. of Fish & Game, plus an additional stamp if fishing for King Salmon
• LUNCH and drinks: Plenty of storage space on board.
• WARM clothes: “Layering” works well.  (Hauling in a big halibut will heat you up in a hurry.)

OPTIONAL:

• Rain gear: In case the weather comes up.
• Camera/videocamera: Your big fish & sights of whales, otters, puffins.
• Homer Halibut Derby Ticket: $10 might net a $40,000 prize! (2008)

The Fishing

Halibut are fished off the bottom, usually between 40 and 250 feet of water.  The daily limit is 2 per fisherman.  You may catch more, but you can only take two home.  “Keeping your hook baited and down fishing at all times is my top priority, so you’re ready to take on that big bite when it hits!”
King Salmon and Silver Salmon are fished by trolling with downriggers, using artificial tackle and/or bait.   Watching the rod tip suddenly bend, and seeing a silvery splash as these fighters break the water, is a magnificent thrill, topped off by the big moment when your salmon is netted and brought aboard!