lbfluffy Posted May 18, 2006 #1 Share Posted May 18, 2006 I was told from another source that Halibut fishing in Juneau is not good at all and we shouldn't waste our money. She said it takes a long time to catch one Halibut. Well I had already paid for our fishing tour so it's a little late to cancel now. This trip is for the 2 men in our party for June 29. I hope this isn't true. Any others that can reassure me. Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Gus Posted May 18, 2006 #2 Share Posted May 18, 2006 Jessica, It's not true! Fishing for halibut is excellent in Juneau! Your friend was on the wrong boat! Fish On! Capt. Gus Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CanCanCase Posted May 18, 2006 #3 Share Posted May 18, 2006 Halibut fishing is great in Juneau. Sure, everyone can have a slow day here and there, but a general statement like that isn't what I'd call "accurate." I'm leaving tomorrow for a 5-day trip with 3 days of halibut fishing. I'll let you know how long it takes us to hook up the first fish in each location... Don't worry, and have fun on your vacation! -Case Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Gus Posted May 18, 2006 #4 Share Posted May 18, 2006 I agree that any boat can have a slow day fishing. I shouldn't have said "your friend was on the wrong boat" that wasn't very CC friendly - sorry. Juneau does have great halibut fishing, however! Fish On! Capt.Gus Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lbfluffy Posted May 19, 2006 Author #5 Share Posted May 19, 2006 Thanks all. The guys aren't too worried since they are excited to go fishing in Juneau. It's a once in a lifetime adventure. I feel in my gut I made the right choice since I researched charter companies and I feel comfortable with my choice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Teach345 Posted May 19, 2006 #6 Share Posted May 19, 2006 Please suggest a few good companies for Halibut Fishing Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
melodi1963 Posted May 21, 2006 #7 Share Posted May 21, 2006 Although I won't be going out with him until next summer, we e-mail back and forth a few times with different questions and answers before I actually booked. He was very patient with me and his boat looks like the one I want to be on. (42ft. as opposed to 28ft. through cruise line) He will pick you up at your ship, and bring you back. We booked a 6 hour salmon trip, 2 pm - 8 pm, which leaves him time in the morning for another trip. So, if you want an 8 hr. Halibut trip be sure to book earily or his day might already be taken. You can check him out at: www.experiencealaska.com or e-mail him at: alaska@aukebay.com Hope you have a great trip, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lbfluffy Posted May 21, 2006 Author #8 Share Posted May 21, 2006 Thanks Melodi. I actually did book with Capt. Todd. I liked his quick responses and answers to my questions. Only problem right now is the charter only has our two guys on it. Hopefully we will get more people. He needs 3 people to get the lower rate for 3 or more or we have to pay more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
melodi1963 Posted May 22, 2006 #9 Share Posted May 22, 2006 your 2 guys get the boat to themselves! That's a lot better than having to buy the boat out for a very personalized trip they'll never forget. Don't worry though, lots of people want to fish in Alaska. And, with only 6 anglers allowed on a boat, that would still be a great trip. :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CanCanCase Posted May 25, 2006 #10 Share Posted May 25, 2006 ...And, with only 6 anglers allowed on a boat, that would still be a great trip. :D Just to clarify, there is a 6 LINE per boat limit in SouthEast Alaska only. Up north (Homer, Kodiak, etc.) this limit does not exist. In Juneau, some boats are certified for more than 6 passengers, and can easily handle 8 or 10 "anglers" who can all limit out on halibut within a few hours using only 6 lines/rods/etc. Personally, I prefer the smaller, more personalized trips - especially for halibut. It's hard to go wrong with Beartrack, so have fun! -Case Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CanCanCase Posted May 26, 2006 #11 Share Posted May 26, 2006 Oh, and of the 2 days we fished on the Petersburg trip, we had phenominal fishing, limiting all 3 anglers in under 2 hours each day. We released 4 fish in excess of 200 lbs. To be fair amidst all this bragging, we were a bit farther from Juneau than the usual day-trip will run for Halibut. I don't think Capt. Todd runs day-trips to Five-Finger Lighthouse these days! :rolleyes: -Case Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Gus Posted May 26, 2006 #12 Share Posted May 26, 2006 I don't think Capt. Todd runs day-trips to Five-Finger Lighthouse these days! Oh, and you do? Capt. Gus Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Gus Posted May 26, 2006 #13 Share Posted May 26, 2006 ... and for everyone's information: Five Finger Lighthouse is nearly 100 nautical miles from Auke Bay and I doubt ANYONE is doing day trips that far! Fish On! Capt. Gus Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CanCanCase Posted May 26, 2006 #14 Share Posted May 26, 2006 ...Oh, and you do? Capt. Gus Awww...geez. My post got pulled within 3 minutes of putting it up. I guess talking about a trip (when you're the tour provider) is considered advertising. Here's my last post, re-posted without the description of the trip...: Oh my gosh, I'm so sorry... I just re-read my post and realized how bad that may have sounded. I didn't mean to bash Beartrack at all... I just meant that I hadn't heard of any boats which operate out of Auke Bay running that far for a day trip. Gus is right, it's a long haul, even from downtown Juneau. Now, the short answer to your question, yes. Alaskan Marine Adventures runs day-trips to the 5-Fingers, Hobart, Windham, and Gambier bays. <<SNIP>> -Case Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruisin25thanniversary Posted March 3, 2017 #15 Share Posted March 3, 2017 Thanks all. The guys aren't too worried since they are excited to go fishing in Juneau. It's a once in a lifetime adventure. I feel in my gut I made the right choice since I researched charter companies and I feel comfortable with my choice. I know it was a while ago...but how did your guys do in Juneau on their fishing trip? We have a halibut excursion planned for this August in Juneau! Do you mind telling what fishing charter they used? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kraken Charters Posted April 23, 2017 #16 Share Posted April 23, 2017 I own a fishing charter here in beautiful Haines, Alaska named Kraken Charters. If you are interested in Salmon or Halibut fishing while visiting Southeast Alaska, check us out at http://www.CatchTheKraken.com Our fishing schedules are matched to the cruise ship port times. Thanks, Captain Clark Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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