Chick Charters 

4.9/5 (41 reviews)
 Thomas Basin, Ketchikan, AK 99901, United States
4.9/5 (41 reviews)
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Thomas Basin
Ketchikan, AK, United States

Are you looking for a family-friendly fishing adventure? Then look no further – Chick Charters has you covered. Owner and operator Captain Sandra is a local avid angler who has been fishing these waters her whole life. She offers her customers an Alaskan adventure of catching Salmon, creating beautiful memories that will last a lifetime in the process.

Hop on board the “Scarlett Grace,” a classic 38’ Californian Cruiser fishing boat restored in 2019. This boat is warm and cozy with plenty of room for groups of 6 to be trolling comfortably at the same time. The boat is decked out with full safety and navigational equipment, so you can fish with peace of mind. There is also a private restroom on board, as well as air conditioning.

You’ll be targeting a range of Salmon species, including Coho, Chum, Chinook, and Pink Salmon. On a half day trip, it will take up to 25 minutes to get to the fishing grounds. On a full day trip, your lines will be in the water after 45–60 minutes.

Everyone is welcome on board. Children need to be over 4 years of age and there are life vests on board for them.

Everything you need for a fun and successful fishing trip is included in the price. You’ll have top quality rods and reels from Penn and Shimano provided – these won’t let you down when reeling in huge fish.

Juice, water, coffee, crackers, chips, cookies, and dips are provided on all trips. Feel free to bring alcohol along with you if you want. Licenses are not included in price, and they can be purchased online before your trip.  There’s an additional charge for fish processing and delivering if needed.

Book an unforgettable trip with Chick Charters today. Capt. Sandra can’t wait to get you on the water and start pulling in some top-notch fish. Fish on!

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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.9/5
out of 5 stars from 41 reviews
Boat
4.9/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
4.9/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (57)

Sandra is great but I wouldn’t recommend a fishing excursion.
Amazing experience!
Amazing experience!
+54

Angler rating

38
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Anglers claimed

Good experience

96%

Appropriate for children

96%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

90%

Caught fish

87%

Showing 1 - 5 of 42 reviews
Showing: 5 of 42 reviews
Shannon G.
Shannon G.
5.0/5

Nov 10, 2024

6 Hour Trip – Dungeness Crab

Amazing experience!

VERIFIED

The absolute best charter I have ever been on! The Captain is fantastic and the ship is comfortable and warm. Had lots of fun learning how to use the crab traps, as well as fishing while we waited for the crab. There were 3 of us on the charter, and we each left with fish/crab. I will 100% be booking this again next time I’m in town.

The absolute best charter I have ever been on! The Captain is fantastic and the ship is comfortable and warm. Had lots of fun...  

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 Shannon G. recommends Chick Charters
1 person finds this review helpful

Bryan S.
Bryan S.
5.0/5

Jun 1, 2025

Half Day Trip (AM) Private

Capitan Sandra was great!

VERIFIED

Clean boat, great gear, got us on fish. We had a great time.

Clean boat, great gear, got us on fish. We had a great time.  

 Bryan S. recommends Chick Charters
 Bryan S. recommends Chick Charters

Patrick C.
Patrick C.

Jun 29, 2025

The captain canceled

VERIFIED

The charter operation canceled -5 days after the trip date.

 

Captain replied
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Adam S.
Adam S.
5.0/5

Jun 15, 2025

Half Day Trip (AM) Shared

Sandra is great but I wouldn’t recommend a fishing excursion.

VERIFIED

To risk $975 and only one of us catching a tiny yearling wasn’t worth it. I wouldn’t pay half that again. Sandra was great! But the way these trips are priced due to demand makes them far from worth it in the likely event you catch little to nothing.

To risk $975 and only one of us catching a tiny yearling wasn’t worth it. I wouldn’t pay half that again. Sandra was great! But...  

Captain replied
 Adam S. does not recommend Chick Charters
1 person finds this review helpful
 Adam S. does not recommend Chick Charters
1 person finds this review helpful
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on June 17, 2025
This was the same day and one triple that was missed were not yearlings. I’m sorry king salmon are big fish and are fighters maybe come back during pink salmon season. Education is important. Thanks for the thumbs down.
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Aaron T.
Aaron T.
5.0/5

Aug 13, 2024

Half Day Trip (AM) Shared

Sandra (and her daughter) were so good!

VERIFIED

Almost got limit with 3 inexperienced fishers!

Almost got limit with 3 inexperienced fishers!  

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 Aaron T. recommends Chick Charters
 Aaron T. recommends Chick Charters

Trip availability and prices

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6 Hour Trip – Dungeness Crab
Low rate deposit non-refundable
6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
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US $550 
Shared tour: for 2 people
Crab Yoga!
Low rate deposit non-refundable
4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
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US $550 
Shared tour: for 2 people
Half Day Trip (AM) Shared
Low rate deposit non-refundable
4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip May 1 - Oct 31
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US $650 
Shared tour: for 2 people
Half Day Trip (PM) Shared
Low rate deposit non-refundable
4 Hour Trip, starts at 12:30 PM
Seasonal trip May 1 - Oct 31
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US $650 
Shared tour: for 2 people
Half Day Trip (AM) Private
Low rate deposit non-refundable
4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip May 1 - Jan 15
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US $850 
Shared tour: for 2 people
Half Day Trip (PM) Private
Low rate deposit non-refundable
4 Hour Trip, starts at 12:30 PM
Seasonal trip May 1 - Jan 15
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US $850 
Shared tour: for 2 people
Full Day Trip
Low rate deposit non-refundable
7 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip May 1 - Oct 31
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US $900 
Shared tour: for 2 people
7 Hour Trip – Private
Low rate deposit non-refundable
7 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
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US $950 
Shared tour: for 2 people
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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.9/5
out of 5 stars from 41 reviews
Boat
4.9/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
4.9/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (57)

Sandra is great but I wouldn’t recommend a fishing excursion.
Amazing experience!
Amazing experience!
+54

Angler rating

38
1
0
0
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

96%

Appropriate for children

96%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

90%

Caught fish

87%

Showing 1 - 5 of 42 reviews
Showing: 5 of 42 reviews
Shannon G.
Shannon G.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Amazing experience!

VERIFIED

6 Hour Trip – Dungeness Crab on November 10, 2024

The absolute best charter I have ever been on! The Captain is fantastic and the ship is comfortable and warm. Had lots of fun learning how to use the crab traps, as well as fishing while we waited for the crab. There were 3 of us on the charter, and we each left with fish/crab. I will 100% be booking this again next time I’m in town.

The absolute best charter I have ever been on! The Captain is fantastic and the ship is comfortable and warm. Had lots of fun learning how to use the crab traps, as well as fishing while we waited for the crab. There were 3 of us on the charter, and we each left with fish/crab. I will 100% be booking this again next time I’m in town.  

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 Shannon G. recommends Chick Charters
1 person finds this review helpful

Bryan S.
Bryan S.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Capitan Sandra was great!

VERIFIED

Half Day Trip (AM) Private on June 1, 2025

Clean boat, great gear, got us on fish. We had a great time.

Clean boat, great gear, got us on fish. We had a great time.  

 Bryan S. recommends Chick Charters

Patrick C.
Patrick C.

The captain canceled

VERIFIED

Trip was supposed to happen on June 29, 2025

The charter operation canceled -5 days after the trip date.

 

undefined (The Captain)

Adam S.
Adam S.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Sandra is great but I wouldn’t recommend a fishing excursion.

VERIFIED

Half Day Trip (AM) Shared on June 15, 2025

To risk $975 and only one of us catching a tiny yearling wasn’t worth it. I wouldn’t pay half that again. Sandra was great! But the way these trips are priced due to demand makes them far from worth it in the likely event you catch little to nothing.

To risk $975 and only one of us catching a tiny yearling wasn’t worth it. I wouldn’t pay half that again. Sandra was great! But the way these trips are priced due to demand makes them far from worth it in the likely event you catch little to nothing.  

 Adam S. does not recommend Chick Charters
1 person finds this review helpful
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on June 17, 2025
This was the same day and one triple that was missed were not yearlings. I’m sorry king salmon are big fish and are fighters maybe come back during pink salmon season. Education is important. Thanks for the thumbs down.
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Aaron T.
Aaron T.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Sandra (and her daughter) were so good!

VERIFIED

Half Day Trip (AM) Shared on August 13, 2024

Almost got limit with 3 inexperienced fishers!

Almost got limit with 3 inexperienced fishers!  

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 Aaron T. recommends Chick Charters

FAQs about Chick Charters

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What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Yachts
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
38 ft
Year built
1988
Restored in
2021
Boat manufacturer
Californian Cruiser
Boat type
Motor yacht

Engine model
Perkins
Powered by
2 x 260HP
Max cruising speed
25 knots
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