• The Kenai River is the most popular sports fishing destination in Alaska.
• 9 out of 10 of the largest king salmon ever caught have come out of the Kenai. Including the current world record, that weighed in at 97.4 pounds.
• The largest sockeye salmon was caught on the Kenai in 1974 and weighed 16 pounds.
• A record number of sockeye salmon, 231,000, passed the counter on Sunday July 17, 2011
• The Kenai River is also home to an abundant fishery of trophy size rainbow trout
• In addition to the Kenai’s world class fishing, it offers some of the most picturesque views and wildlife viewing opportunities.

If you have never fished for king salmon and are curious about what to expect when you hook into one of these giants, watch the following videos posted on YouTube by ourselves and other happy anglers who have fished with us over the years.

Every other year the Kenai is bubbling with pink salmon (Humpies), and this August they will be returning by the millions to spawn . Pink salmon has been misrepresented as “undesirable eating” by many, but it is my opinion that once you brine and smoke it, pink salmon is just as good as all the other salmon. I also use them for canned salmon, unless I mark them, I can’t tell which jar is sockeye and which is humpie. And with a bag limit of 6 per day it is easy to stock up on fish.
Pinks are a great way to introduce kids or non-anglers to fishing. It is almost impossible not to catch them if you have a line in the water.

We are pleased to announce that we have teamed up with Silver Fox Charters to offer our guest a few new fishing options for the 2012 season.

Silver Fox Charters is located in breathtaking Homer, Alaska and has been serving the fishing public since 1974. They are one of Alaska’s most established charter businesses.Their customers have caught more halibut weighing over 100 pounds than any other charter business in Homer. No one travels farther and works harder to provide a quality full day fishing experience.

In addition to our regular halibut charters, we will be offering multi-species trips during July and August. These trips are a full day targeting, halibut, ling cod, and rock fish. They also offer an overnight long range trip that includes meals, hot showers and two FULL days fishing. Not only do these trips provide a chance at double limits, but also increases your odds on catching that giant trophy halibut.

Due to limited availability we do advise booking your trip with us now to ensure a seat on one of these amazing fishing excursions.

As tasty as plain grilled salmon is, it is always great to find a sauce that compliments your fish perfectly. I made this last night and had to pass it along to everyone. I hope you enjoy it as much as I did.

Citrus Salsa

• 2 large oranges
• 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
• 2 scallions, finely sliced
• 3 tablespoons chopped fresh mint leaves
• 2 tablespoons capers, rinsed, drained and coarsely chopped
• 2 tablespoons orange zest
• 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Cut oranges in half and with paring knife remove sections from membrane. Add orange to medium

bowl. Add all remaining ingredients except salt and pepper. Toss lightly and then salt and pepper, to taste.

I made the salsa the day before and refrigerated until one hour before using. It is better at room temperature.

Serve on top of grilled salmon  or on the side.