Testimonials
“It was almost disconcerting – I thought I was going on my first fishing trip in the “wilds of Alaska”, but it’s as if the entire staff were graduates of hospitality school – the minute we landed in Sitka, the team at Angling Unlimited saw to our every need. The location is spectacular!
Our hostess, Aleta made sure we were where we were supposed to be (and put up with us with admirable humor).
Chef Ludger was a great host, a pretty good
fisherman, and an inspirational wizard in the kitchen. Captain Ben and his deckhand, Nate, were fishing machines, ensuring that we had plenty of opportunity to catch what was catchable: first one there, first one
to leave, always is in pursuit of fish. My dad has been coming up here for several years now, and it was immediately obvious that he’s been holding out what a great time he was having. The only way to go fishing.”
Greg Finnegan
Dear Tom, Pete, Chris and Crew,
Last Fall Randy Lee suggested we join him and fish with Angling Unlimited because of the great accommodations, outstanding personalized service and knowledgeable crews who are the best on the waters. He is absolutely right. We had the fishing trip of our lives!
Over the years my dad and I have gone on many fishing trips, but this one will stand out as having surpassed our wildest expectations. Thanks to you and your crew for helping give my dad the best 80th birthday present ever!
Chuck Quon, Agoura Hills, CA
Dear Tom and Staff,
Our housing unit was of the highest quality and the fishing boats and equipment outstanding. We limited out on salmon and nearly on halibut… what more could you ask for? All in all a wonderful trip and we won’t hesitate to recommend Angling Unlimited to anyone.
Brooke Van Wyk, Seattle, WA
Dear Tom and Chuck:
Thank you for the best fishing experience of our lives. Your equipment was first class, your employees personal and professional, and the fishing was incredible! We would be interested in sharing this experience with others next year.
Kim and Dan Rounslee, Juneau, AK
Dear Angling Unlimited,
I just wanted everyone up there to know that my four days of fishing with you was one of the “to be remembered ” times in my life... Chuck, you were great. I learned a lot from you so I will be prepared when I come back next year. Thanks to the girls again, your smiles in the morning gave a jump start to the day. Thank you for a wonderful great and enjoyable 4 days.
Earl Parrish, Clarksville,TN
Dear Capt. Tom Ohaus,
You mentioned that you wanted to know how our fish arrived in Hong Kong. All the Salmon arrived in Hong Kong in perfect condition (frozen as hard as a rock) after traveling for a whole day. We paid an extra $75 per box for the excess luggage to have all our fish shipped from Sitka-Seattle-Tokyo-Hong Kong. Thanks to your staff for the excellent vacuum pack and the immediate bleeding and gutting on board.
I have never had my fish so fresh!!!
Regards,
Robert Chung
Tom,
From the time we arrived in the Sitka airport until we left with our boxes of fish, we were taken care of like we were part of your family. Absolutely everything was taken care of. It far exceeded our expectations. I have fished with many "guides" but have never really enjoyed the guides themselves. Duncan and Rye became very special to us.
I do not wish to understate how important your drivers, housekeepers, phone operators and everyone else etc. were... They were amazingly efficient and pleasant. Our two important food processor customers, Randy and Dan never had such a great fishing trip.
Even if we didn't have such great fishing, we would have had a fun trip. Actually... I even enjoyed our email conversations with you and Alexa.
Oh yes... the fish arrived in excellent condition and were wonderfully packaged.
Bob Case
PS: Hell Tom, YOU weren't too bad yourself.
Dear Tom,
Wanted to thank you and all of your team for a great experience on the ocean and coastal waters of Sitka. We all appreciated the attention to detail, from the accommodations, transportation, processing of catch and friendly help.
I wouldn't hesitate a moment in recommending your company to family and friends.
Give our best to "Ben" from,
Ron, Mark, John & Jim
Dear Tom,
I wanted to take a moment to tell you and your very accomplished staff how much I enjoyed my trip and how much I appreciated all of the detailed service.
This has been a very positive, but particularly complex summer for me (lots of hard negotiations), and there were a few times that I almost had to cancel. Although positive for the Salmon population, that would probably have been a mistake. The trip was the right medicine at the right time.
Once gain, thank you for all of your kind and thorough attention.
Sincerely,
Jim Hodge
Dear Tom,
Now that the season is over, I would like to take this opportunity to let you know how pleased our customers were with the service and hospitality at Angling Unlimited.
We were delighted to hear many glowing reports this summer about your facilities, the fishing, and most importantly...your staff. Please relay this feedback to your crew along with our heartfelt thanks.
I would like to add my thanks to those of my customers for a job well done. Your efforts to deliver a quality product are greatly appreciated. It's a pleasure to continue to send our clients to you and be assured they'll have a great time.
Thanks again for your support and assistance.
Best regards,
Russ Johnson
Royal Journeys Sport Fishing
President
Tom,
Troy, Scott, Tod and I had a wonderful trip salmon fishing with you. I got a lot of good pictures and some great ones. We were all impressed on how organized you are. Each of your help was pleasant and very helpful—and not a minute late for anything. Everyone busted their hump for us and it make our trip really great.
Thanks,
Dick Bangs
Dear Captain Tom and Gang,
We just had to let you know how much we enjoyed our trip and our associated with your fine organization. All the young people did a fantastic job. They were thorough, friendly, and very helpful. We especially appreciated how everything was handled for us so that all we had to do was catch fish and have fun!
Peter and Neil were professional, hard-working and yet quite comfortable and congenial to be around. We would ask that you forward this package of salsa to them for their enjoyment. They can divide it up however they see fit.
Hats off to you for putting together such a wonderful business enterprise—it's not easy task. I'm envious of your location and opportunity to spend your off-season time (or on-season, as the case may be) at your other occupation, which I understand is writing. Let's hope the fishing business continues to be profitable. Perhaps we will join you again. Our time with you was definitely one of the best vacations ever.
Sincerely,
Charles and Cheryl Sears