Trivia Tuesday: AU Fleet
Trivia Tuesday: Here is a photo of Kestrel, one of our original Almars. Can you name three other boats previously in the AU fleet?
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Sitka Fishing Report 6/9: Finally Fishing North
Since our last report, our fleet has been fishing north more frequently. During the last week, we ran seven boats consistently and covered area from The Shark Hole to Shelikof Bay. Areas with the highest production have been Georgiana, Point Amelia, The Shark Hole and Shelikof Bay. Captain Chuck just wrapped up fishing with Tiny and Roxanne Blanchard,…
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Recipe of the week: Cajun Rockfish Po’ Boy
Let’s begin by gathering our ingredients for Cajun Rockfish Po’ Boy: Ingredients: 1/4 cup mayonnaise 2 Tbsp Louisiana hot pepper sauce (such as Crystal) 1/2 tsp garlic powder 1 cup white cornmeal 1/2 cup all purpose flour 1 tsp black pepper 1 tsp garlic powder 1 tsp cayenne pepper 1 tsp thyme 3 large eggs…
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Top blog posts from the first half of 2014
We’re nearly a month into the 2014 season and we still have a lot to share throughout the summer, which is why we wanted to recap the last few months. We’ve shared and you’ve shown us what you enjoy reading. Here is a list of your top 10 favorite posts from the first half of 2014.…
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Sitka Fishing Report 6/2: Fahey Party
The Cape show carries on! In the last few days, at least one boat from our fleet explored north, with little success. We begin each day by investigating The Cape with the hope that is continues producing. Today, Captain Bo finished the second day of a three day trip with the Fahey party. During day one, they…
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Recipe of the week: Salmon Poke
Let’s begin by gathering our ingredients for Salmon Poke: Ingredients 1 salmon fillet – deboned 2 tsp sesame oil 2 tbsp soy sauce 1 tbsp chili paste 1/2 cup green onions 1/2 onion Debone salmon, skin, then cube salmon into bite-sized chunks. Place into bowl. Mince green onions and onions. Add a half cup of…
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Sitka Fishing Report 5/28 – Bammel & Dieser Party
On the first day of fishing for the Bammel and Dieser party Captain Chuck wanted to start the day with something different. He took the group to Hayward to play the morning tide. When they arrived, Chuck instantly marked bait and individual fish marks. On the fish drop, they were hooked up on a king. That king…
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Sitka Fishing Report 5/24: Supplee Party
The most productive waters for kings still remain south. We aren’t the only ones who have noticed either. With more charters starting their seasons and a concentrated bite, fishing spots south of Kruzof have been popular and busy. Captain David finished his second day of fishing with the Supplee party today. The first two days of the…
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Recipe of the week: King Salmon with Pesto al Rigatoni
King Salmon with Pesto al Rigatoni comes from Chef Ludger Szmania – he prepared this dish the last night of Hook It & Cook It 2014. Ludger will return in 2015 to share his talents of preparing delicious, fresh seafood for guests in attendance. If you’d like to experience his cuisine before then, he is now operating the…
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5-Star Hook It & Cook It
Our annual Hook It & Cook It might have been the best ever. Ludger Szmania, formerly of the Four Seasons Hotel and Szmania’s restaurant in Seattle, is always great, but this year seemed special. From the appetizers through the main courses, we enjoyed an incredible array of rockfish, salmon, halibut, and black cod delights along…
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Trivia Tuesday – Fish ID
Can you identify the fish in this photo? Get it right and you win an AU sticker!
SEAGO fishes with AU
SEAGO‘s executive director, Heath Hilyard, joined us for two days of fishing. He was accompanied by his dad, Clarence and friends Ben and Don. The group had great fishing during their visit – catching kings, halibut, rockfish and bagging their limit on the last day. Learn how SEAGO is currently representing Southeast Alaska charter fishing.
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Recipe of the week “Hook It & Cook It Edition”: Halibut, Shrimp and Chorizo Paella
Let’s begin by gathering our ingredients for Halibut, Shrimp and Chorizo Paella: Ingredients: 1 tsp thread saffron 2 tsp smoked paprika 2 medium onions, chopped 2 red bell peppers, chopped 2 pounds tomatoes, chopped 4 garlic cloves, chopped 12 large shrimp, peeled 1 pound halibut 1 pound spanish style cooking chorizo 8 tbsp extra virgin…
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Sitka Fishing Report 5/17: Replogle and Peterson Party
Day two of fishing for Hook It & Cook It was another success! Captain Phil guided anglers Jim and Pam Peterson and brothers Jim and John Replogle to The Cape where they bagged their kings and halibut. Sitting on anchor for most of the day because the drift was too fast, the group also caught…
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Position and Presentation: Two Strategies for Anchoring
My introduction to anchor mooching began at Vitskari Rocks – about 7 miles west of Sitka. It took just a few forays out to Vitskari for me to realize that all anchor positions are not created equal – not even close. In fact, there were two sets of GPS numbers that we all coveted and…
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Sitka Fishing Report 5/14: Crew Outing
Six members of the crew including Chuck, David, Bo, Bryan, Sarah, and Andrew explored north stopping at familiar spots including The Shark Hole, Georgiana, Twin Point, and The Bowl before settling in at Point Amelia. Captain Bo led the outing and once he marked some enticing bait balls was committed to giving it a…
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Tons of Humpback Whales
I had to wait until I was 23 years old to see my first whale. The year was 1976 and we sighted a distant tail on a ferry crossing from St. Johns, New Brunswick to Nova Scotia. My kids didn’t wait so long because they lived in Alaska and the whale population had rebounded enormously…
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Sitka Fishing Report 5/9: Limits of kings to kick off the season
The Kings are here! On the first official day of fishing in 2014, Captain David and Captain James guided local Sitkan Betsy Decker and family Ron, Claudia, and Bernie to Cape Edgecumbe. The Cape was very good to them – they caught limits of kings, halibut and several rockfish. What a great way to kick…
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Recipe of the week: Balsamic Glazed Salmon
Let’s begin by gathering our ingredients for Balsamic Glazed Salmon: Ingredients: 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar 1/4 cup white wine 2 tbsp honey 1 tbsp dijon mustard 1 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary 1 cloves garlic, finely minced 1 salmon fillet Salt and pepper 2 tsp canola oil In a saucepan combine 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar, 1/4…
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New Faces to the Angling Unlimited Crew
Paige Skoog Paige is originally from Menahga, MN, but she’s been living in Minneapolis for the past two years. She will graduate from Hennepin Technical College in Eden Prairie this spring before she ventures to Sitka. She will finish with two certificates – one as Medical Receptionist and one as Workplace Office Assistant. While attending…
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Sitka Fishing Report: 4/30 Spring Kings
Kings have begun showing in Sitka already. Captains David and James began catching them in the last week of April. We believe these early fish are a very positive leading indicator that the record king forecast is taking form. Fishing may also be off to an early start as a result of a very mild winter…
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Recipe of the week: Fettuccine Dill Salmon
Let’s begin by gathering our ingredients for Fettuccine Dill Salmon: Ingredients: 1 pound salmon fillets salt & pepper olive oil 1 box fettuccine 1 minced shallot 1 pound asparagus, cut diagonally into 1/2-inch pieces 1/2 cup vegetable broth 2 cups frozen peas, thawed 1/2 cup sour cream 1/4 cup sliced green onions 1 tablespoon chopped…
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Recipe of the week: Halibut Cakes
Let’s begin by gathering our ingredients for Halibut Cakes: Ingredients: 2 pounds russet potatoes 2 tablespoons margarine 6 green onions 1 pound halibut 1 large egg salt and pepper 3/4 cup instant polenta Vegetable oil Peel potatoes. Cook the potatoes in lightly salted boiling water until tender. Drain and transfer to large bowl. Mash…
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Five Reasons for a Big 2014 Run of King Salmon in Southeast Alaska
Hopefully by now you’ve heard about the great forecast and regulations for king salmon. But, what indicators besides a good AI can predict a great year? Here are 5 big reasons we expect a big king run for 2014: 1. The forecasts for returns to the Columbia River are off the charts on the high side. The…
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Recipe of the week: Smoked Salmon Wontons
Let’s begin by gathering our ingredients for Smoked Salmon Wontons: Ingredients: 1 pound cream cheese 1 pound smoked salmon 2 green onions 1 egg Vegetable oil wontons Chop the green onion finely then add to the processor with salmon and cream cheese. Mix ingredients together. Lay wonton on plate, add 2 teaspoons salmon mixture to…
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