Anyone who's fished Southeast Alaska knows that the number of fish caught sometimes feels almost unfair. Southeast Alaska's waters are some of the most productive on Earth because of a rare convergence of geology, forest ecology, and ocean physics, all working together to build a food web from the bottom up.

If you've never held a rod in your life and you're staring down your first charter trip, take a breath: you're in good company. Booking your first fishing charter is exciting and if you've never fished before, it's normal to have a few questions. Here's what you need to know to get ready, from the basics every beginner should pack, to the details specific to fishing Southeast Alaska's waters.

Southeast Alaska is home to all five species of Pacific salmon, King, Silver, Sockeye, Pink, and Chum. While they're all cousins, they don't look alike, fight alike, or taste the same. Knowing the difference is the kind of thing that turns a good fishing story into a great one. Here's a field guide to Southeast Alaska's Salmon to tell them apart, whether they're fresh and chrome-bright off the troll or starting to color up for their spawning run.

This Species Bucket List covers anything and everything you can catch in Southeast Alaskan Waters. We'll explore the trophy catches, the best table fare, the oddballs, and the ones we ask you to say a quick "see you later" to. Consider this your preseason cheat sheet to all Southeast Alaska has to offer.

Alaska's fish and game managers have built a system of seasons, size limits, and release rules designed to keep these fisheries healthy for the next hundred years of anglers and knowing the difference between a keeper and a "photo and release" fish makes the day on the water even better.

Heading to Sportsman’s Cove Lodge? Plan ahead for flights, float plane transfers, and packing for Alaska’s unpredictable weather. Bring layers, waterproof gear, and your fishing license to enjoy seamless days on the water. Being prepared means more time fishing, relaxing, and making the most of your Alaskan adventure.

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This quick read gives you a personal look into the captains and crew of Sportsman's Cove Lodge that ensure every trip is successful and memorable for all of our guests.

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