Most moochers from the lower 48 find anchor mooching counter intuitive. You don’t cover new ground and the boat doesn’t move and help keep the bait spinning. You just plunk the anchor and sit there. But, it works and here are 7 reasons why. 1. Your drift is too fast: Wind and current sometimes make…
DetailsLet’s begin by gathering our ingredients for Creamy Butter Halibut: Ingredients: 3 tablespoons butter 2 pounds halibut 1 large onion, diced 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon garam masala 1 teaspoon curry powder 1 teaspoon cumin ½ teaspoon turmeric ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper 1 teaspoon salt 1½ cups tomato sauce 1…
DetailsI was walking through Costco the other day and spotted two big displays of Omega 3 supplements. One was salmon oil from Alaska, the other krill oil from the Antarctic. The health benefits of Omega 3 fatty acids seem endless including improved cardio vascular health, decreased systemic inflammation, better mental health, slower cognitive decline in…
DetailsLet’s begin by gathering our ingredients for Apple and Horseradish-Glazed Salmon: Ingredients: 1 salmon fillet 1/3 cup apple jelly 1 tablespoon finely chopped chives 2 tablespoons horseradish 1 tablespoon champagne vinegar 1/2 teaspoon salt black pepper olive oil Combine 1/3 cup apple jelly, 1 tablespoon chopped chives, 2 tablespoons horseradish, 1 tablespoon champagne vinegar and…
DetailsIt matters in marlin fishing. Tuna trollers are obsessed with it. Offshore fishing articles often include detailed illustrations of it. But, does it matter in salmon fishing? The “it” to which I refer is pattern. For example, a boat trolling for tuna may have 7 lures trailing behind. These lures are not viewed as 7…
DetailsLast year I bought some small level wind reels designed for largemouth bass and paired them with “Whooping Sticks” from Cabelas. The rods aren’t exactly state of the art but they are nearly impossible to break, they’re short, light, and very limber. I spooled the reels with 20 pound spectra line, attached a 3 foot…
DetailsLet’s begin by gathering our ingredients for Rockfish Ravioli: Ingredients: 1 rockfish fillet 1 cup puréed asparagus 1 cup puréed mushrooms 1 cup puréed onions 1 jar alfredo wonton wraps 5 tablespoons butter assorted peppers 1 zucchini 2 tablespoons white wine 2 tablespoons lemon juice 2 tablespoons parsley Purée 1 cup of onions, asparagus and…
DetailsI’m not sure why, but anglers often don’t connect the dots regarding the relationship between boat speed and bait speed while mooching. It’s pretty common for bait speed to be associated exclusively with what you, the angler, is doing. Specifically we’re talking about how fast you let line out while dropping the bait through the…
DetailsLet’s begin by gathering our ingredients for Tempura Halibut: Ingredients: 2 halibut fillets 1 cup flour 2 tablespoons cornstarch 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 cup beer 1 egg yolk 2 egg whites Mix together 1 cup flour, 2 tablespoons cornstarch and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Combine 1 cup beer and 1 egg yolk. Combine beer and egg…
DetailsWhether your goal is weight loss, building muscle mass, or simply a well balanced diet – the buzz is all about “high quality protein.” The best protein sources provide a rich source of high quality omega 3 and omega 6 fatty acids. Replacing intake of processed carbs like sugar and bleached flower with these “good…
DetailsLet’s begin by gathering our ingredients for Super Bowl Sunday Salmon Mousse: Ingredients: 8 oz. smoked salmon 8 oz. cream cheese 1 tsp. dried dill weed Black pepper, to taste 1 clove garlic, finely minced Combine all ingredients in a food processor. Pulse repeatedly until all the ingredients are blended and smooth. Refrigerate for 1 hour…
DetailsLast Friday in Sitka the temperature pushed into the mid-50’s under cloudless skies. With the forecast the same for Saturday, Captain David Gross and I decided to give winter king fishing a shot. David knew someone who caught a 31-pounder that week just five miles from our dock. So, we waited unitl 9 a.m. with…
DetailsLet’s begin by gathering our ingredients for Panko Parmesan Crusted Halibut: Ingredients: 2 pounds halibut olive oil lemon juice 1/2 cup panko 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese 1 tablespoon parsley 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder salt and pepper cooking spray Cube halibut and drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice. Preheat oven to 450º. Combine 1/2…
DetailsHalibut regulations for guided fishing in Southeast Alaska in 2014 are now cast in stone. The daily limit remains one and there is no annual limit. We have a reverse slot limit again. You can keep halibut that are under 44 inches and over 76 inches. The number that matters for the overwhelming majority of…
DetailsThis recipe comes from straight from the Angling Unlimited cookbook. Thanks to former Captain David Boehm for this delicious recipe. Let’s begin by gathering our ingredients for Famed Fish Dry Rub: Ingredients: 1 salmon fillet 2 teaspoons lemon pepper 1 teaspoon granulated garlic 1 teaspoon whole tarragon 1 teaspoon dry whole basil 1 tablespoon paprika…
DetailsMost saltwater salmon fishermen from California to Alaska believe you’ll find more fish if you cover more ground. It makes sense – the fish move constantly, they scatter, so we fishermen need to work as much water as possible to locate them. But, that’s not how it works much of the time. The fish, for…
DetailsAfter 15 memorable seasons as a captain and deckhand for Angling Unlimited, Captain Ben is saying farewell. After thousands of days on the water with at least as many clients, Captain Ben leaves AU with a legacy of leadership, passion and commitment. The day after Ben graduated high school, he was on a plane bound…
DetailsAfter a fishing trip with us, our clients leave Sitka with ample fish for their freezer. The recipe of the week was created to provide our clients with inspiration for preparing the fish they catch in Sitka. Here is a list of your 10 favorite recipes from 2013. Top Recipes of 2013 1. Red Raspberry…
DetailsLet’s begin by gathering our ingredients for Cajun Pecan-Crusted Rockfish: Ingredients: 2 pounds rockfish 1 cup nonfat plain yogurt 1 teaspoon tabasco 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 teaspoon chili powder 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt 4 cups corn flakes 1 cup pecans Preheat oven to 375º F. Line a baking sheet with foil. Mix 1 cup nonfat…
DetailsAU is all about sportfishing. That’s why our guests enjoy lighter gear and hands on methods. We want anglers to enjoy the feel of the bite and learn how to hook the fish. We know you enjoy fighting a salmon on a high quality rod and a reel with a super smooth drag. We also…
DetailsIt’s been over a year since we committed to delivering a more educational and entertaining blog for our readers. After all the posts from 2013, you’ve shown us what you enjoy reading. Here is a list of your top 10 favorite posts from 2013. Thanks for reading our blog! Our Top Blog Posts from 2013:…
DetailsWhen we began our Hook It & Cook It program, we offered an ecotour option for the fourth day on the water. It seemed a good way to add a dimension to the trip, especially for people who aren’t hardcore anglers. Some of our guests arrived in Sitka excited by this idea, but by day…
DetailsLet’s begin by gathering our ingredients for Wasabi Salmon Meatballs: Ingredients: 1lb skinless salmon fillet 1 egg 3 scallions, thinly sliced 1 tablespoon diced pickled ginger 1 teaspoon wasabi powder 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 tablespoon soy sauce 1 cup breadcrumbs 1 teaspoon salt freshly ground black pepper 3 tablespoons black…
DetailsCutting and rigging a herring for mooching seems relatively simple. We went over what I believe is the ideal spin in last week’s post about spin control. What wasn’t revealed is that I cut my bait upside down and those baits spin counter clockwise. Most people cut them right side up and they spin clockwise.…
DetailsLet’s begin by gathering our ingredients for Parchment-Baked Halibut: Ingredients: parchment paper cooking spray 2 pounds halibut fillets 1/4 cup pesto 1 cup shredded carrots 1 cup shredded zucchini salt pepper 4 teaspoons olive oil 4 teaspoons dry white wine Preheat oven to 450°. Cut parchment paper into heart shapes. Unfold parchment heart, and coat lightly…
DetailsWhy do salmon strike a spinning mooching bait? The general consensus goes to herring behavior. When wounded, disoriented or otherwise compromised, herring tend to flutter, flash and spin. Truthfully, I’ve watched schools of herring at our dock and have yet to see one spinning like the baits we create, but they do flutter and flash.…
DetailsHave an angler on your holiday shopping list? The gift of a fishing trip with Angling Unlimited is certain to bring joy and excitement to whoever receives it this season. Here are our nine reasons to give the gift of fishing for the holidays. 1. Family: Your clan gets together at Thanksgiving and the Holidays,…
DetailsLet’s begin by gathering our ingredients for Halibut Cheese Chowder: Ingredients: 2 pounds halibut 1/2 cup chopped onion 1/2 cup chopped green pepper 1/2 cup chopped celery 1/2 cup chopped carrot 1/2 cup red pepper 2 tablespoons olive oil 3 cups chicken broth 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt sprinkle of cayenne 2 cans evaporated milk 3…
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