FISHING ITINERARY

Welcome to four and half exciting days of world class fishing at the Great Chinook Lodge. Your experience of a lifetime will take place in beautiful Gustavus, Alaska and is surrounded by the magnificent Glacier Bay National Park.

Following is your itinerary and important information that you will need to know before starting your vacation.

Travel

Although you are responsible to make your own flight arrangements, we would like to recommend charter flights for your eventual arrival in Gustavus. Please visit their websites at www.fjordflyingservice.com (907) 697-2377 or www.wingsofalaska.com and www.airexcursions.com.

Alaska Airlines will also offer one flight per day that will leave Juneau at 4:17 pm and land at 4:44 pm in Gustavus between June 09 and August 24. If your trip takes place between these dates be sure to choose Gustavus as your destination and not Juneau. Apply For Their Visa Signature® Card and Earn 25,000 Bonus Miles Upon Approval!! Receive an annual Companion Fare of $110 (USD) ($99 base fare plus taxes and fees from $11 depending on your Alaska Airlines flight itinerary). Earn 3 miles for every $1 spent on Alaska Airlines tickets and vacation packages. Earn 1 mile for every $1 spent on all other purchases. Redeem miles for flights wide range of partner awards. http://www.alaskaair.com/content/deals/mileage-plan/visa-signature-promo.aspx

Arrival

You will be staying at the picturesque Chinook Lodge. Upon arrival, you will be greeted with old-fashioned hospitality and an impressive spread that will satisfy any appetite. After a tour of the grounds and explanation of safety, you will prepare for four and half days of breathtaking adventure.

Every morning, you will start your day with a hearty breakfast and you will join the captain for a day of fishing beginning at 7:00 am. Before leaving, you and your companions will have a few options for fishing.

Depending on the group's objectives, seasonal fishing, and weather conditions, you can choose from a variety of activities. Alaskan Halibut, various species of Pacific Salmon, Rock Fish, Lingcod and perhaps an opportunity to harvest a famed Salmon Shark await. Together with your Captain you will determine which species to target each day. If you prefer fly fishing, our staff will make arrangements for you to spend the day on the river; however, you will need to bring your own gear and equipment.

In case of bad weather or for special requests, we will make the following arrangements for you:

• Remote fishing: We can help you charter a flight to almost any out-of-the-way location.

• Spin cast: We will provide the equipment.

• Whale Show

• Glacier Bay site-seeing cruise or flight

• Hiking

• Local café and bar

• …or just relaxing and enjoying beautiful Alaskan surroundings

With a sack lunch in tow, you will spend the entire day fishing. You can expect to return to the dock between 3 and 5 pm where lodge staff will transport you to a warm lodge, tasty appetizers and a Chef eager to hear about your fishing adventure.

Departure

Your final day of fishing will be a half day. After eating lunch and packing, you will head for the airport in Juneau. Please make arrangements beforehand to spend the night in Juneau, awaiting your departure flight the next day. Many local Juneau hotels have freezer space available for your boxes of fish. (We are recommending Juneau Best Western Country Lane Inn 2358 Mendenhall Loop Rd, Juneau, AK 99801, (907) 789-5005).

Things to Remember

• Fishing license: Fishing licenses are provided at the lodge at no additional cost.

• Warm Clothes: You will need gloves, ponchos (raincoat is required), rain pants and hats. We have plenty of rubber boots for your use to keep you warm and dry.

• Notify our staff before arriving if you have any special needs or diet requirements.

• Medication: Be prepared to treat any long term conditions.

• Tipping: Having proper fishing etiquette is important. We strive to ensure we have the best personnel who are committed to exceeding your expectations. Tips are a significant part of staff's and the Captain's seasonal income. Typical Captain's tip: $100-$200 per guest for the week. Typical tip for each Lodge Staffer: $50-$125 per guest for the week.

• In case of a crisis, we have 24-hour emergency assistance.

• Cell Phone 3G coverage.

 

Month	May	June	July	August	September
Halibut
King Salmon
Silver Salmon
Sockeye Salmon
Pink Salmon
Chum Salmon
Dolly Varden
Ling Cod
Yellow Eye (Red Snapper)
Salmon Shark
Stream & Fly Fishing

 

Prime Season for Fish Species.
Not Prime Season for Fish Species, But Still Around.
Closed Season for Fish Species, But Available for Catch-and-Release.

 

 

"At Great Chinook we take pride in what we do. From the moment you arrive to the moment you leave rest assured we'll strive to exceed your expectations. Your Captains who are among the most skilled fisherman in Southeast Alaska, are committed to providing you with the fishing trip of a lifetime. Our pictures speak for themselves and our guests say we're the best. We invite you to come see for yourself!"

Captain Chris Keefe