Category Archives: Alaska Salmon Fishing

Big Chinook Salmon Caught On The JIL Today!

Posted on June 18, 2014 by John L. Beath

Today my first guests arrived, Ed and Glenn Mendell from the Bay Area of California. After catching limits of halibut we moved to Hood Bay, where a few big kings have been caught recently. Within a few minutes of arriving … Continue reading →

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Chaik Bay Chinook Salmon

Posted on June 14, 2014 by John L. Beath

Yesterday I joined new Whaler’s Cove Lodge Captains Bob Sauerwein and Malcolm Quentin on a test fishing trip to Chaik Bay. This scenic bay has dozens of underwater spires, rocks and reefs. Venturing inside Chaik Bay requires local knowledge and … Continue reading →

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Whaler’s Cove Lodge Opens Saturday June 14th

Posted on June 9, 2014 by John L. Beath

Whaler’s Cove Lodge opens next Saturday, until then the crew busily works on getting the lodge ready for guests. The hard-working mechanics must get all of the boats de-winterized and ready to launch, a daunting task. My boat, “JIL” sat … Continue reading →

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What Fish See, Why Salmon Prefer Different Colors

Posted on May 16, 2014 by John L. Beath

Guiding for Whaler’s Cove Lodge last summer gave me a unique perspective on salmon fishing. As an outdoor writer, traveling from one spot to another for story assignments I learned many tips, tricks and techniques. And fishing my home waters … Continue reading →

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