MOORE FISHING FIELD GUIDE
Seven Hours with Captain Eric: Salmon, Halibut and Humpbacks Aboard Ear Mountain Charters
A 7-hour charter offering salmon and halibut fishing in the Icy Strait Waters or a humpback whale–watching option—this guide distills what to expect and how to prepare.
Seven Hours with Captain Eric: Salmon, Halibut and Humpbacks Aboard Ear Mountain Charters.
Join Captain Eric and Ear Mountain Charters for a focused, seven-hour outing that places anglers and naturalists into some of the region’s most productive waters: salmon and halibut grounds in the Icy Strait and whale-watching opportunities in the Icy Straits or Port Frederick.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Decades of local experience at the helm
Captain Eric brings decades of experience running charters with Ear Mountain Charters, a seasoned presence that shapes each full-day outing and increases your odds of a memorable catch or sighting.
Salmon and halibut in productive waters
The full-day options focus on salmon and halibut fishing in the Icy Strait Waters—saltwater sport fishing that combines steady action with the chance for trophy halibut.
Humpback whales on dedicated wildlife runs
Guests can trade a rod for binoculars on whale-watching outings that target humpback displays in the Icy Straits or around Port Frederick for up-close marine mammal viewing.
What the day feels like
What the full-day charter feels like
A single, concentrated seven-hour stretch on the water: anglers can expect guided salmon or halibut trips that provide the necessary gear and focused time on productive grounds, while wildlife tours concentrate on observation of humpback whales where they are active in the Icy Straits and Port Frederick.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this full-day charter suits—and what to check before you go.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Each full-day charter is seven hours long.
Fishing tours include everything needed to fish the Icy Strait Waters.
The halibut tour is listed at $500 plus local sales tax.
Whale-watching and wildlife tours operate in the Icy Straits or around Port Frederick targeting humpback whales.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is a Full Day Charter?
The chartered outing is seven hours in duration.
What species can I fish for on these charters?
Charters focus on salmon and halibut fishing.
Is fishing gear provided?
Yes — the salmon fishing tour includes everything needed to fish the Icy Strait Waters.
How much does the halibut tour cost?
The halibut tour is listed at $500 plus local sales tax.
Where are whales typically observed on the wildlife tour?
Whale-watching tours target humpback whales in the Icy Straits or around Port Frederick.