Saturday, January 7, 2012

Who is bigger? Fish or fisherman?

Fishing on the Chetco with dad and guide Dustin Russell of Russell Fishing Company,www.russellfishingcompany.com and his brother Brad (Badger), Max Russell hooked and landed this 20 and 1/2 lb Cgrome Bright Steelhead yesterday. Fishermen around the globe will be envious as many of us have never caught a Steelie this big.

Friday, January 6, 2012

Alaska Fish and Game Looking for $$ for Sonar Equipment

Check out this article about new sonar possibilities http://peninsulaclarion.com/news/2012-01-05/adfampg-hoping-for-18m-for-kenai-river-sonar-upgrades#.TwdYlN0gdOU

Tuesday, January 3, 2012

Important Questions to Ask Your Guide or Outfitter Prior to Booking

Are you licensed? Guide, Kenai River, Coast Guard? Are you insured? Do you own your own boats and equipment? Are they modern? Do you provide tackle, gear, raingear, boots etc? What type/brands? How long have you been guiding overall? How long have you been guiding on the Kenai Peninsula? Is guiding your full time profession? Are you an employee or independent contractor? Do you provide fish cleaning and/or processing? And at what cost? Do you include a lunch? How many hours is my charter? Do I quit when I get a limit of the primary species?

Sunday, January 1, 2012

Russell Price Increase

Russell Fishing Company Announces Jan 7 Price Increase Russell Fishing Company, Kenai Alaska, announced a price increase to go into affect January 7, 2012. "The Average Alaska Vacation Package Price will increase by $100, with some packages increasing more than others," says Cap'n Gilz, Operations Manager. Kenai, AK, January 01, 2012 --(PR.com)-- Russell Fishing has not increased prices since 2009 despite the high costs in Alaska as well as the increased cost of fuel and supplies. Despite this upcoming price increase, Russell Fishing Company prices for all inclusive Alaska Vacation Packages will still be lower than their comparable competition and a terrific overall vacation value. Individual Fishing charter prices will not increase, so the increase is essentially being reflected in lodging and meals costs when putting together vacation package pricing. By announcing the price increase today, Russell Fishing is allowing customers who book before the price increase to have their entire package "price protected." In addition to protecting the price, Russell Fishing is offering a Super Playoffs Special tied into the Superbowl winner where customers can earn additional discounts until 1/07/12. Russell Fishing Company is a complete Kenai Peninsula Outfitter, Lodge and Guide Service. With three power, four drift and a Halibut boat along with 5 full time guides, Russell Fishing doesn't have to use fishing subcontractors. In addition, Russell Fishing uses two unique lodges for accommodating guests, They are Crooked Creek Retreat and Alaska Hooksetters, both luxury, all inclusive lodges with pricing starting at $1,795 for an all inclusive week long package. If customers want to cook their own meals, Alaska Hooksetters also works with Aspen Hollow for a lodging option. The Kenai Peninsula is a favorite Alaska destination and Russell Fishing helps customer maximize the value of their vacation spend. For more details, call Cap'n Gilz 541-254-0697