An exclusive charter operated by the boat owner and charter guide. Over 30 years of Alaska guiding experience.
4 four hours of actual time on the water fishing for halibut, the delicious “chicken of the sea”.
All quality fishing gear, bait and tackle provided.
**Please book your charter one hour after your scheduled docking time.** Arriving by Cruise Ship
One hour before docking you should be able to contact SOURDOUGH CAB COMPANY at 907.225.5544. Arrange your cab pick up at that time. The cabs can accommodate up to six passengers. The cab ride takes about 15 minutes dock to dock. The cost of the cab is a fixed $50 each way. Payment can be made via cash or credit card. Included in your trip
- Beverages including water, soft drinks and excellent hot coffee
- snacks, cookies
- highest quality fishing gear
- Me to run the boat and find the fish and help you catch them ! What to bring
- photo ID for adults
- dress in layers appropriate for the weather conditions on the day we fish
- Non slip, closed toe foot wear. Boots are not required, but water resistance is helpful some days
- Rain gear if you have it. (Available, but yours might fit better)
- Sunglasses
- Alaska non resident fishing license is required for everyone aged 16 and over who will be fishing. Observers/non fishing adults do not need a license. Children under 16 do not need a license.
**Licenses can be purchased in advance via the ALASKA DEPARTMENT OF FISH AND GAME website.
Licenses CANNOT be purchased aboard my boat the day of your trip.**
**** Halibut fishing is weather dependent. If there is too much wind or the seas are too rough we can either cancel the trip completely or salmon fish
Booking Notes
#I am looking forward to fishing with you!
#Important
- You are required to have a State of Alaska fishing license. It is faster and more convenient to purchase the fishing license online at [https://www.adfg.alaska.gov/Store/](https://www.adfg.alaska.gov/Store/).
- ** Once you purchase your online license you can either print a physical copy or save an electronic license.
YOU MUST have either a current electronic or physical license to fish. Please remember to sign your physical license and “sign” your electronic license when purchased
## Arriving
- Please plan to arrive 15 minutes prior to start time.
## Arrival By Cruise
- You should have cell service about 1/2 an hour before arriving at the dock (on cruise ships),
I suggest you call the cab company to arrange your pick up as you are departing the ship.
- YOU will call the SOURDOUGH CAB COMPANY AT 907.225.5544 to arrange your cab pick up. The cabs can take up to six passengers and the cost is approximately $50 each way which can be paid via cash or credit card.
Please ask your driver to take you to:
The Ketchikan Five Mile Marina
5459 North Tongass Highway
##Recommended Captain Tip
-**Tips are always appreciated but are not required. Industry standard is around 15% of your trip total
## Final Payment
-If there is a remaining balance after booking, final payment is due at the conclusion of your trip. Final payment can be made via cash 👍, VENMO or credit card.
*** IF YOUR BALANCE DUE IS PAID VIA CREDIT CARD 4% WILL BE ADDED TO YOUR TOTAL TO COVER CREDIT CARD TRANSACTION FEES
##What to Bring
- Please bring a photo ID
- Dress with expected weather conditions in mind
- We suggest: sunglasses, sunscreen and a wind breaker
- Make sure you have your fishing license printed or a signed electronic copy on your device.
## What's Included
- All fishing gear; bait, tackle
- Snacks
- Soft drinks and water (feel free to bring your own).
- Cooler with ice
