HOMER FISHING FIELD GUIDE
Hooked on Homer: A Day Aboard the Sea Hunter in Halibut Country
A guided charter out of Homer, Alaska aboard the 32' Sea Hunter that targets halibut and other local species using tournament-quality tackle and full USCG safety equipment.
Hooked on Homer: A Day Aboard the Sea Hunter in Halibut Country.
Hop aboard the Sea Hunter in Homer — long nicknamed the “Halibut Fishing Capital of the World” — and set out into coastal Alaskan waters where bucket‑list fish, wide panoramas and frequent wildlife encounters define the day.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Halibut Capital Pursuit
This charter is centered on halibut — Homer’s signature species — while the captain can also target the other fish that call these waters home, giving anglers a multi‑species day on productive grounds.
Sea Hunter: Tournament‑Ready Platform
Trips run aboard a 32' Pro Apollo powered by a pair of 300 HP Suzuki engines; the spacious cockpit accommodates up to six anglers comfortably and the boat is equipped with a private bathroom and tournament‑quality tackle to boost success.
Local Knowledge and Safety First
Captain Corey leads the trips with local expertise, able to pursue whatever species the waters hold, and the operation emphasizes safety with required USCG equipment carried aboard.
What the day feels like
What the Day Feels Like
The experience is straightforward and purposeful: board the Sea Hunter, run out to established fishing grounds, and fish for halibut and other local species while taking in rugged coastal scenery and opportunities to see wildlife; the charter pairs tournament‑quality tackle with an emphasis on safety to make the day efficient and memorable.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this charter suits — and the practical limit to group size.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Trips operate from a 32' Pro Apollo with twin 300 HP Suzuki engines. The Sea Hunter has a spacious cockpit for up to six anglers, a private bathroom, tournament‑quality fishing tackle provided on board, and required USCG safety equipment.
The charter focuses on catching halibut and other local species; equipment on board is set up to increase your success rate while safety is a primary concern for the operator.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How many anglers can fish on board?
The Sea Hunter’s cockpit can fish up to six anglers comfortably.
What boat will we be on?
You will fish aboard a 32' Pro Apollo known as the Sea Hunter.
What kind of engines power the boat?
The vessel is powered by a pair of 300 HP Suzuki engines.
Is fishing tackle provided?
Yes — the charter provides tournament‑quality fishing tackle to increase trip success rates.
Is there a bathroom on board?
Yes, the Sea Hunter is equipped with a private bathroom.
What species will we target?
The charter emphasizes halibut — Homer is renowned as the Halibut Fishing Capital of the World — and the captain can pursue other species that inhabit the local waters.
What safety equipment is aboard?
All required USCG safety equipment is carried on board and safety is the operator’s top priority.