WHITTIER FISHING FIELD GUIDE
Eight Hours on the Water off Whittier: F/V STRAIT CRAZY’s Silver Salmon and Rockfish Run
An 8-hour charter targeting aggressive silver salmon and a variety of rockfish—this guide explains what to expect on Crazy Ray’s Adventures in Whittier.
Eight Hours on the Water off Whittier: F/V STRAIT CRAZY’s Silver Salmon and Rockfish Run.
On an eight-hour outing from Whittier aboard the F/V STRAIT CRAZY you’ll chase silver salmon—noted for their aggressive strikes—and hunt for several rockfish species, using mooching or, at times, trolling techniques.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Silver Salmon — explosive takes right beside the boat
When in season silver salmon are aggressive and often take bait so close you can watch the strike unfold; that intensity is the core draw of this charter.
Mooching (and occasional trolling)
The trip typically employs mooching techniques to entice silvers, though the crew will sometimes troll depending on conditions and fish behavior.
Non-pelagic and pelagic rockfish opportunities
Depending on where the salmon fishing is conducted, anglers may target various non-pelagic rockfish or, occasionally, pelagic black rockfish for a varied catch.
What the day feels like
What the day feels like
Over the course of an eight-hour charter you’ll run to nearby salmon grounds from Whittier, work lines with bait and lures using mooching or trolling methods, and pivot to rockfish grounds as conditions dictate—the pace alternates between focused drifts and bursts of action when silver salmon strike.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this charter suits
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
This is an 8-hour charter targeting silver salmon and rockfish; targeted dates include the season stated for July 9–August 28, 2024.
Specific gear and clothing guidance are not detailed in the source material; check with the operator for equipment and clothing recommendations.
The charter operates from Whittier, Alaska aboard the F/V STRAIT CRAZY and is run by Crazy Ray's Adventures.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the charter?
The fishing trip is an 8-hour charter.
What species will we be targeting?
The charter targets silver (coho) salmon and various rockfish species.
What fishing techniques are used?
The crew typically uses mooching techniques and will sometimes troll; silvers are often hooked close to the boat.
Is there a minimum age to join?
Yes — participants must be at least 7 years old.
When does this fishing window run in 2024?
The listed target period runs from July 9 through August 28, 2024.