Icy Strait Fishing Adventure
Trip Highlights
PLEASE SEE 2025 NOAA FISHERIES CATCH RESTRICTIONS IN THE DESCRIPTION BELOW
Local born & raised Captain
Fish where the locals go!
Comfortable Full Walk Around, Custom Munson Aluminum Catamaran with Enclosed Cabin
Heated Cabin & Restroom
Description
Fishermen come from around the world to cast their lines in the waters of Southeast Alaska in search of halibut and salmon. Join the ranks of these traveling fisherman and book a trip with us today!
On 02/03/2025 NOAA Fisheries released its 2025 regulations for halibut fishing, and there are some key changes affecting charter operations that you should be aware of:
* One Retention Trip Per Day: To ensure the sustainability of the halibut population, charter operators are limited to one trip per day where halibut can be retained. (within size and bag limits, of course).
* Additional Catch & Release Trips: We understand that many anglers enjoy the thrill of the fight even if they're not keeping the fish. Therefore, on days when we have a retention trip scheduled, we may also offer additional catch and release halibut fishing trips. These trips will provide all the excitement of hooking into these incredible fish, but any halibut caught must be released back into the ocean unharmed.
* Tuesday: No Retention Day: Please note that Tuesday has been designated by NOAA Fisheries as a no retention day for halibut fishing. This means that no halibut can be kept on Tuesdays. We may still offer catch and release trips on Tuesdays, depending on demand.
Tour info
Port of Icy Strait Excursions Hub
Why take this tour?
Southeast Alaska and Icy Strait in particular, has some of the best halibut and salmon fishing around. The biggest halibut on record was caught inside Icy Strait!
About your Captain:
Captain Billy is a locally raised Tlingit of Hoonah, Alaska. His Tlingit name is Deikee Jaak of the Wooshkeetaan “Eagle/Shark House.” Captain Billy started fishing the waters of SE Alaska and Icy Strait with his father, uncles and grandfather at a young age. Captain Billys knowledge of area waters is unsurpassed and his desire to share it with you is second to none!
About the boat:
The Silver Spoon is a 36 foot custom aluminum catamaran. The catamaran hull makes for a nice, fast ride and stable fishing platform. She is fully equipped with all available safety gear and state of the art electronics. She has a heated cabin with comfortable seating for all and a marine head/restroom. She is outfitted with Twin Honda 225 Outboards which makes getting to the fishing grounds a short ride!
About Hoonah & Icy Strait:
Southeast Alaska and Icy Strait in particular, has some of the best halibut and salmon fishing around. The biggest halibut on record was caught inside Icy Strait! That is exactly where you will be fishing! Hoonah is literally a stones throw from Icy Strait so no time is wasted getting to the fishing grounds and the hooks down!
Included
Round-trip transfers
All fishing gear & bait
Bottled Water & Snack (Guest can bring their own snacks and non-alcoholic beverage to enjoy if they choose to.)
Excluded
Gratituities
State of Alaska Fishing LIcense
Frequently asked questions
Things to know
Requirements
Alaska requires everyone over the age of 16 to possess a valid Alaskan Fishing license. A One Day License cost $15. King Salmon anglers also need a corresponding King Salmon. Stamp License should be purchased online ahead of time.
Alaska requires everyone over the age of 16 to possess a valid Alaskan Fishing license. A One Day License cost $15. King Salmon anglers also need a corresponding King Salmon. Stamp License should be purchased online ahead of time.
Cancellation Policy
To receive a full refund guests may cancel up to 24hrs before the date of their experience. If your cruise ship is scheduled to come to our port and does not make it to our port, or we have to cancel, this would also be a 100% refund. If you book for the wrong port and do not give the appropriate 24
...To receive a full refund guests may cancel up to 24hrs before the date of their experience. If your cruise ship is scheduled to come to our port and does not make it to our port, or we have to cancel, this would also be a 100% refund. If you book for the wrong port and do not give the appropriate 24 hour notice No Refund will be given, so please. double check the port and date before booking.
If you book a party of X and only show up with a party of Y, and do not give the appropriate notice, No Refund will be given. There will be no refund for cancelations less than 24hrs from the date of the expereince. We need at least this small period of time to try and sell last minute abandoned slots. Thank you for understanding! ***There is a booking fee applied to all online bookings. This fee will not be refunded on partial cancellations. It is refunded on full cancellations. We unfortunately have no control over this as a business.***
Participants
This tour has a minimum number of 4 required participants. You will be given the opportunity to join another group if the minimum isn't met. This tour/activity will accommodate no more than 6 guests.
This tour has a minimum number of 4 required participants. You will be given the opportunity to join another group if the minimum isn't met. This tour/activity will accommodate no more than 6 guests.
Catch & Release Only
As of August 24th, 2023, the company who was processing charter operations catch has closed its doors. There is unfortunately no way to process and mail your catch. Catch & Release only.
As of August 24th, 2023, the company who was processing charter operations catch has closed its doors. There is unfortunately no way to process and mail your catch. Catch & Release only.
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