NOAA has released the 2018 summer regulations for our area

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NOAA has released the 2018 summer regulations for our area and they are as follows:

 

  • Area 3A (Central Gulf of Alaska): Charter operators will have a two fish daily bag limit, maximum size limit of less than or equal to 28 inches on one of those halibut, and a four fish annual limit. In addition, Wednesdays will be closed to charter fishing in 3A all season, along with six Tuesday (July 10, July 17, July 24, July 31, August 7, and August 14) closures in the summer. Vessels and charter permit holders will continue to be limited to one trip per day.

2018 Halibut regulations up in the air.

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2018 Halibut regulations up in the air.

This was just sent from the Homer Charter Association.

The IPHC meeting ended not the way anyone expected. Basically, they did not approve or disapprove any 2018 halibut regulations. As most of you know the IPHC consists of 3 Canadian and 3 American Commissioners. When the time came to vote on catch limits, the Americans and Canadians could not agree on them. When the annual IPHC commission meeting came to an end, no agreement was reached. This is unprecedented and concerning. 

Now we have some confusion as to what will happen for our 2018 regulations. Some sources are saying that we will revert back to 2017 regulations and other sources are saying that the Secretary of Commerce will decide regulations. 

Our Calendar is open for Halibut fishing except Tuesdays and Wednesdays.  Salmon charters are available on those dates.  

To be continued...

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The Great American Outdoor Show in Harrisburg, PA Feb. 3 - 11 2018

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The Great American Outdoor Show in Harrisburg, PA Feb. 3 - 11 2018

Stop by the Hog S.W.A.T. booth and get info on Fishing and Hunting trips. If your thinking about booking a Hunt or Fishing trip its a good idea to meet your guide.  Get guided by someone with great jokes and a sense of humor. 

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Homer Jackpot Halibut Derby Leader as of 6/12/17

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Homer Jackpot Halibut Derby Leader as of 6/12/17

Garrett Neugebauer from Bend, OR  hooked into a 200.2 lbs halibut aboard the Big Easy with Captain Max Shifler and is now the current derby leader.  A big thank you to George and Ayjan from Buttwhackers who helped offload the fish and get it to the Derby office. Most importantly thank you to Inlet Charters Across Alaska Adventures for booking my boat and making the trip possible.

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Our Promise to Our Customers

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Our Promise to Our Customers

Starting for the 2017 if you book a halibut charter with Alaska Saltwater Adventures and you do not catch a halibut on your charter We will take you again for free.  Just find a date available on our calendar the same summer or next season.  There is no guarantee in fishing, but I can guarantee you an opportunity again.  This promise is per angler or booking group and non-transferable.  

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IPHC annual meeting is complete some new changes for 2017

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IPHC annual meeting is complete some new changes for 2017

2017 Charter Halibut Fishing Regulations for Homer, AK

2 Halibut Daily Limit with 1 Halibut equal to or less then 28 inches

4 Halibut annual limit if using a Charter or Guide

No Halibut Fishing on Wednesdays

No Halibut fishing on Tuesdays between the dates of July 18 - Aug 1

 

The only real change from 2016 is the loss of a few Tuesdays at the end of July and beginning of Aug.  

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Stop by Booth 6501 and get info on Fishing and Hunting this 2017 season

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Stop by Booth 6501 and get info on Fishing and Hunting this 2017 season

I will be at the Great American Outdoor show with Hog S.W.A.T. booking hunts and fishing charters Please stop by and say hello or pick up any info or just to talk in person.  I will be representing Hog S.W.A.T. but will also be able to give info and book fishing charters.

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