Tuesday Wednesday Fishing Charter Homer
Private Trip
Inshore Fishing
Weekday-only multispecies charter targeting rockfish, salmon, and lingcod.Six-hour trips accommodate up to six guests maximum.All tackle and guidance included for $600 plus tax.
If you're looking for a solid day of fishing without breaking the bank, Sweet Action Charter's weekday special hits the sweet spot. This Tuesday-Wednesday charter targets some of Homer's best eating fish – rockfish, salmon, and lingcod – while skipping the pricier halibut game. It's a smart choice for anglers who want variety in their cooler and a full day on Kachemak Bay's productive waters. With just six spots available, you're looking at personalized attention from the crew and plenty of elbow room at the rail.
This six-hour charter runs from June through mid-September, giving you prime time on some of Alaska's most consistent fishing grounds. The crew keeps groups small – maxing out at six anglers – so you're not fighting for deck space or waiting around for help with your gear. You'll launch from Homer's boat harbor and work the rocky structure and current breaks where these fish love to hang out. The trip combines trolling runs for salmon with bottom fishing sessions over rockpiles and ledges. Don't expect a rushed experience; six hours gives you time to really work different spots and techniques without feeling like you're racing against the clock. Weather permitting, you'll see why Homer's nicknamed the "Halibut Fishing Capital of the World" – even when you're not targeting halibut, the scenery and fishing quality speak for themselves.
Sweet Action provides all your tackle, rods, and reels, so you can travel light or just show up if you're a local looking for a good time. The crew runs a mix of trolling and bottom fishing depending on what's biting and where the fish are holding. For salmon, you'll likely be pulling herring behind flashers or running spoons through the travel lanes. When it's time to target rockfish and lingcod, you'll drop heavy jigs and bait rigs down to the bottom structure. The guides know these waters inside and out, so they'll put you on the right technique for the conditions. Expect to learn a thing or two about reading your electronics, feeling the bite, and working different types of bottom. If you're new to Alaska fishing, the crew walks you through everything step by step. If you're experienced, they'll let you do your thing while keeping an eye on what's working best that day.
Lingcod are the bruisers of this trip, and they're available starting July 1st when regulations typically open up. These aggressive bottom dwellers can push 20-30 pounds and fight like they're twice that size. They've got massive mouths full of teeth and an attitude to match – perfect for anglers who like their fish with some personality. Lingcod love structure, so you'll be working rocky bottom and ledges where they ambush prey. The meat is white, flaky, and some of the best eating you'll find in Alaska waters. Just remember, they're ugly as sin but taste like heaven.
Yelloweye rockfish are the prize of the rockfish family, living up to 200 years and growing slowly in the deep, cold waters around Homer. These bright orange and red fish are absolutely beautiful and fight with surprising strength for their size. Most yelloweyes you'll encounter run 3-8 pounds, but they're prized for their firm, sweet meat that's perfect for fish and chips or grilling. They live along rocky reefs and underwater pinnacles, often in deeper water than other rockfish species. Catching a yelloweye feels special – you're connecting with a fish that might have been swimming these waters since before your great-grandparents were born.
Chinook salmon are the kings of Alaska salmon fishing, and Homer's waters see both resident fish and migrating runs throughout the summer. These powerful fish can range from 15-40 pounds, with the occasional monster pushing even bigger. Kings fight deep and strong, making long runs and testing your drag system. They're the ultimate trophy and table fare combined – rich, fatty meat that's perfect for the grill, smoker, or freezer. The fishing techniques vary from trolling herring at different depths to pulling flasher-and-hoochie combos through salmon highways. When you hook into a king, you'll know it immediately from the way your rod loads up and that fish starts peeling line.
At $600 plus Homer's local tax, this Tuesday-Wednesday special offers solid value for a full day of fishing Alaska's waters. You're getting six hours on the water, all gear provided, and the expertise of a local crew who knows where the fish are biting. The small group size means personal attention and better fishing for everyone on board. Remember, deposits are non-refundable, so make sure your dates work before you commit. This charter fills up with both visitors and locals who know a good deal when they see one. If you want variety in your catch, don't mind skipping halibut for a day, and prefer a more relaxed pace than the weekend warrior scene, this trip delivers exactly what serious anglers are looking for.
Your Tuesday-Wednesday fishing adventure launches aboard our reliable 26-foot aluminum Almar, a workhorse built specifically for Alaska's challenging waters. This stable platform handles Homer's conditions with ease, powered by a dependable Evinrude 150 that gets you to the productive fishing grounds efficiently. The boat's full heater system keeps everyone comfortable during those cooler morning starts and late afternoon runs, while the radar ensures safe navigation when coastal fog rolls in. With space for up to 6 anglers, there's plenty of room to work the rods without crowding. The aluminum hull cuts through chop smoothly, giving you a steady platform whether you're trolling for salmon or dropping lines for rockfish and lingcod. Captain provides all the tackle and knows exactly where the fish are holding, making this boat your floating base camp for a solid day of multi-species fishing in Kachemak Bay.
Oncorhynchus TshawytschaKing salmon are the ultimate prize - the largest of all salmon species and pound-for-pound some of the strongest fighters you'll encounter. Around Homer, we see fish ranging from 15-40 pounds, with the occasional giant pushing 50+. They prefer deeper, cooler water and are light-sensitive, so they often stay down during bright conditions. The rich, orange-red meat is outstanding on the table. Best action typically runs from late May through August, with trolling being our go-to method using spoons, plugs, and herring. They're known for their long, powerful runs and aerial displays. Since they're anadromous, timing depends on migration patterns. Key tip: when trolling, vary your speed and depth until you find what they want that day - sometimes a slight change makes all the difference.
Ophiodon ElongatusDespite their name, lingcod aren't actually cod but greenlings with a nasty set of teeth and an attitude to match. They're ambush predators that hang out in rocky bottom areas 30-300 feet deep, using their mottled coloring to blend in perfectly. Females run much larger than males - we see plenty in the 10-20 pound range, with some real monsters pushing 30+ pounds. What makes them fun to target is their aggressive nature; once hooked, they'll fight hard rather than just give up. The meat is excellent eating too. Available after July 1st on our trips, they respond well to metal jigs bounced near structure. Pro tip: keep steady pressure once hooked - they'll try to wrap you around the rocks if given any slack.
Sebastes RuberrimusYelloweye rockfish are some of the most prized catches in our waters, and for good reason. These bright orange-red beauties with distinctive yellow eyes can live over 100 years and grow to impressive sizes - we regularly see 5-15 pounders, with occasional 20+ pound fish. They live deep, usually 100-600 feet down around rocky reefs and boulder piles. What guests love is the sweet, delicate meat that's hard to beat at the dinner table. They're not fast swimmers but put up a solid fight on the way up. Since they're sensitive to pressure changes, we use descending devices when releasing them. Best fishing is during calmer weather when we can hold position over structure. Heavy jigs work great, but here's the key: drop straight down and fish tight to the bottom.
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