The more you get to know your guide prior to making a reservation, the more confident you will feel when the day comes to commit to a reservation. Most web sites have an email address for contacting the guide or captain so fire off a brief introduction letting them know you are interested. If their response is favorable you can take it to the next level of communication. The following checklist covers just about everything you will need to know before going out fishing. If you have someone that is physically challenged or requires special arrangements, be sure to include that in your communication.
Many operations can accommodate special circumstances or suggest others who can.
These guidelines can be applied to saltwater, freshwater or fly-in fishing anywhere in the state. The more you know about your captain or guide the more confident you are going to feel when the day comes to step aboard and bait that hook. Few fishing services in populated areas will guarantee fish. The Alaska Outdoor Journal is filled with additional information to assist you in planning a fishing trip. We have many articles that describe what species of fish are present in the various areas of the state and what types of fishing tackle or techniques work best.