- 5-10 hours
- All ages
Halibut fishing out of Homer offers some of the finest, most consistent fishing Alaska has to offer! Fish with an experienced captain who will help you get the best catch!
Ask about Child & Senior Rates aboard the F/V Irish.
Quick Details
HALIBUT/SALMON – HALIBUT/ROCKFISH – ULTIMATE
Our Homer combo fishing charter is perfect for combining multiple experiences into one trip! Our captains will make sure you get the best fish. Fish for everything seasonably available all in one day!
This Ultimate Combo is a longer range day trip taking you down through the beautiful Chugach or Barren Islands where the bottom is rockier and the fishing more diverse. Here you have the opportunity to fish away from the daily charter fleet and have access to possibly larger halibut, fight a lingcod on a jig, catch a variety of rockfish or get lucky with silver or king salmon! There is always a chance of watching whales up close and personal. This is the ultimate day fishing trip out of Homer.
*We have minimums on all of our charters and on occasion we will work with other qualified charter companies to insure that you will get out fishing on the schedule you request.
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Full Day Halibut/Salmon or Halibut/Rockfish Combo
Targeting more than one species while fishing is a great way to experience a range of fishing styles. Not only do you get to spend time targeting each species, but you get to come home with more fish! (Combo fishing is an office staff favorite.) Choose between a Halibut/Salmon combo or a Halibut/Rockfish combo!
This is a full day of fishing, with a chance to put up some beautiful fish and see some amazing parts of our state. If you are fishing for salmon don’t forget to purchase a King Salmon Stamp with your fishing license!
- Departure time: 6:30 am
- Approx. length of trip: 8-10 hours
‘ULTIMATE’ Combo Fishing – Long Range/Multi-species
So, you want to catch it all in one day? Well, we offer the chance to fish for everything seasonably available. This longer range trip gives you the opportunity to fish down in beautiful Chugach or the Barren Islands, known for rocky bottom and diverse fishing. Snag a variety of rockfish, get lucky with a silver or king salmon, or get lucky and fight a ling cod!
Weather can be a factor due to the area and distance we want to fish. In the event that Mother Nature doesn’t want to cooperate we would be able to still find some great halibut fishing and adjust the rate back at the office. If you are fishing for salmon don’t forget to purchase a King Salmon Stamp with your fishing license!
- Departure time: 6:30 am
- Approx. length of trip: 10-12 hours
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Our charters are professionally operated just like the full day charters we have been running for the past 40+ years. The limit of halibut is still 2 fish per person, one of any size and the other 28” or smaller. There is no annual limit. We are here to help you catch them with our experienced friendly crew. We will provide you with all the equipment, bait, fish filleting. Fish processing is available back at the dock so you can send your fresh catch of halibut home.
When we start fishing in early spring the first fish we target are the feeder king salmon and the halibut, so combining the trip for both species gives you a great combo experience and the chance to put some delicious fresh fish on your table after a long winter. As the season draws on, the halibut/salmon combo changes with the salmon season.
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- Food, drinks, warm clothing, and rain gear.
- Alaska sport fishing licenses are required for anyone 16 years and older and are available at our NORTH COUNTRY CHARTERS office or online.
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About the Irish (16 passengers):
Captain Wes Jones will be at the helm of the might “Irish”. With comfortable inside seating for all 16 passengers at 4 separate dinettes. There are 8 bunks down below for you to enjoy a nap either on the way to the fishing grounds or after a full day of fresh air and fishing. We have a galley where there are coffee and hot water on all day and the galley stove is always hot if you want to warm up or cook something that you have brought along for the trip. The aft deck is approx. 250 sq ft with full walk-around deck on both sides of the house (no steps) for easy access to the bow and additional fishing areas. Our stainless steel railings stand 36 inches high above the deck for your comfort and safety. We are excited to welcome Captain Wes and look forward to having him join the North Country Family!
About the West Cape (6 passengers):
Captain Ben welcomes you aboard his new 33ft Bounty Motor Yacht the West Cape for the upcoming season! This new boat has twin 370 hp Yanmar diesels and cruises up to 24 kts. The spacious new boat will offer added comfort, speed, and an excellent experience. Capt. Ben is extremely knowledgeable about all aspects of fishing out of Homer. Acting as captain and deckhand, he provides individualized attention to each guest on board. Ben was 2010’s Homer Jackpot Derby Winning Captain!
About the Beau Soleil (6 passengers):
Capt. Brian Ritchie, the owner of the Beau Soleil welcomes you aboard the 35-foot, twin diesel, Tournament Sportfisherman built by Bertram. With its deep v-hull, roomy cabin, and deck, this classic fishing machine is one of the most capable open-water boats built. Captain Brian is Coast Guard licensed and insured. The Beau Soleil is equipped with all Coast Guard required safety equipment, advanced electronics, and fish finding equipment, a fully enclosed toilet, and heated smoke-free cabin. Capt. Brian has been running charters for 6 years and we are excited to bring him onto our team. His enthusiasm is contagious, and it doesn’t hurt that he has a Masters in Environmental Science with a focus on Fisheries & Halibut Biology!
About the Keeper (6 passengers):
Jay Keller, captain of the “Keeper,” welcomes you aboard his 31ft Bertram, a mean fishing machine. Jay is a long-time local commercial fisherman/charter operator born and raised in Homer, Alaska. With his love for fishing and local knowledge, he brings confidence and expertise to your quality fun-filled day on the water. Jay also offers Salmon Fishing, Halibut/Salmon Combos, or the Ultimate Combo during certain times of the season.
About the Storm Petrel (6 passengers):
Captain Doug Vincent will be at the helm of the Storm Petrel. His quick-wits catch fish, and make the trip a memorable one. Originally from Atlanta, this Georgian has found a home in Homer. We are excited to have Doug run his 7th season with us aboard the 28ft Bertram Sport-fisherman, which has comfortable inside seating, restroom, twin diesels and is U.S. Coast Guard equipped with all the required safety equipment. He’ll be specializing in Halibut, Halibut/Salmon Combos, and the Ultimate Combo.