OT-My lodge, king salmon fishing, and the future

akmark · Mar 17, 2023

So king salmon fishing is set for the summer, and man, my lodge lucked out. With closures in California and up by Anchorage (Cook Inlet closed), and even limited around Ketchikan, fish and game just released our area waters to the following rules for non-residents (each fish kept has to be 28 inches +):

June 1 - 30 = 1 daily possession, 3 annual limit (which is GREAT news for those coming up in June).
July 1 - 15 = 1 daily possession, 2 annual limit
July 16 - on = 1 daily possession, 1 annual limit

Also, for those that don't know, I'm upping my charter game by purchasing a new Hewescraft, which is being built now and will be ready for our June 5th opening day at the lodge. That way I can offer those novice fishermen a way to learn on Days 1 & 2, so that on Days 3 & 4 you can go out and catch your own (and slay the barndoor halibut). You'll also still be able to get shrimp, crab, and scallops, along with ling, black bass, and cod. Remember my Huskers offer still applies this summer (25% off), so if you are on the fence I would FOR SURE book any open date in June if your dream is to catch a big king - because I really don't think that's going to be an option 5 years from now due to declining populations all along the West Coast. We currently have June 5-14 fully open, and then scattered dates in June, so just let me know; last year we couldn't let non-residents fish until June 15. As always, just email me and we'll start the question and answer process: akmark21@gmail.com
Also know that our menu is going to be fantastic this year, especially if that Nebraska beef deal comes through (and right now, all signs point to yes - thanks again to those guys who sent me information). Can't wait for the summer to get here, and can't wait to host a bunch of fellow Huskers.

The Bearded One · Mar 17, 2023