Formally Eighty Charters out of Tierra Verde, Florida.
After losing our boat in Hurricane Milton we decided to move back to Alaska on a permanent basis. This gets us back to where we want to be, doing the things we love.

Come join us on what we feel is the greatest fishing adventure out there. Experience the amazing wildlife and scenery, while enjoying some of the most epic fishing in the world!
Our 34' custom built catamaran The Katilak is the perfect platform for fishing Alaskan waters. The walk around cabin and huge back deck offers ample fishing room and her large, heated cabin easily accommodates 6 passengers and all of your gear. With a cruising speed of 30 knots, you will reach the fishing grounds fast and in comfort.

If you've fished with us in the past or if this will be your first time joining us, you can expect nothing but the best. We look forward to building lasting memories and friendships on your Kodiak adventure!



Trip availability and prices

  • Shared trip
    5 Hour Trip AM
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Price for 2 persons
    US $600
    A 5 hour trip starting at 7:00 a.m.
    Types of fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Offshore Fishing
    Reef Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Jigging
    Trolling
    Targeted fish
    Halibut
    Halibut
    Salmon
    Salmon
  • Shared trip
    5 Hour Trip PM
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 1:05 PM
    Seasonal trip Sep 1 - Mar 31
    Price for 2 persons
    US $600
    5 hour afternoon fishing trip
    Types of fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Offshore Fishing
    Reef Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Jigging
    Heavy Tackle
    Trolling
    Spinning
    Drift Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Halibut
    Halibut
    Salmon
    Salmon
  • Shared trip
    8hr Multi-Species
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Price for 2 persons
    US $850
    Types of fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Offshore Fishing
    Reef Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Deep Sea Fishing
    Bottom Fishing
    Jigging
    Heavy Tackle
    Trolling
    Drift Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Halibut
    Halibut
    Lingcod
    Lingcod
    Salmon
    Salmon
    Rockfish
    Rockfish
  • Shared trip
    10 HR Multi-Species
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Price for 2 persons
    US $990
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Offshore Fishing
    Reef Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Deep Sea Fishing
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Jigging
    Heavy Tackle
    Trolling
    Drift Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Halibut
    Halibut
    Lingcod
    Lingcod
    Salmon
    Salmon
    Rockfish
    Rockfish
  • Private trip
    2 Day Trip – Double Limits!
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    2 Day Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Overnight stay, liveaboard
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $3,000
    Get a little of everything or a lot of your favorites! Your trip starts at 8:00 a.m. and lasts 30 hours during which you can have a fishing experience of a lifetime. The only things you should bring are the drinks of your choice. This is a 4-person trip.
    Types of fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Offshore Fishing
    Reef Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Deep Sea Fishing
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Jigging
    Heavy Tackle
    Trolling
    Targeted fish
    Halibut
    Halibut
    Lingcod
    Lingcod
    Salmon
    Salmon
    Rockfish
    Rockfish
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 40 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great afternoon charter for the entire family
Great afternoon charter for the entire family
Great afternoon charter for the entire family
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Recommend this charter
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Appropriate for children
92%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
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Ron M.
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5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Surprisingly Great Day

VERIFIED   6 hr Morning Trip on February 24, 2024
It was a touch and go day because of the winds and heavy seas. Captain Rick was conscious of the bad seas and was willing to...
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PATRICK M.
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Great afternoon charter for the entire family

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip PM on March 30, 2024
Well appointed and clean boat with everything you need for a family outing.  The captain and crew are first rate and professional...
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Thomas R.
Excellent
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Crew
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5.0 / 5
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Great fishing trip

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip AM on January 23, 2024
Captain & first mate very friendly, helpful & professional. Boat clean with nice amenities. Caught lots of fish.
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Christopher K.
Excellent
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March fishing trip

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip PM on March 21, 2024
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Craig D.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Fishing trip in April

VERIFIED   8hr Multi-Species on April 7, 2023
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FAQs about Ground Zero Adventures

Ground Zero Adventures offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $300 per person - 5 Hour Trip AM (5 hours)
  • US $300 per person - 5 Hour Trip PM (5 hours)
  • US $425 per person - 8hr Multi-Species (8 hours)
  • US $495 per person - 10 HR Multi-Species (8 hours)
  • US $3,000 per day per group - 2 Day Trip – Double Limits! (2 days)

When you book a trip with Ground Zero Adventures, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Flybridge
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Ice Box
  • Radar

Trips booked with Ground Zero Adventures include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Fish are normally cleaned back at the dock. You are welcome to stick around and watch or relax at the Island Grill restaurant and we'll deliver your fish when they're all cleaned.)
  • Snacks (We provide various snacks for your trip. We recommend bringing lunch for the longer trips. We can keep everything cold in the full-size refrigerator.)
  • Drinks (We supply water, coffee, and Gatorade)
  • First Mate (We always take a friendly, knowledgeable deckhand, who specializes in customer satisfaction.)
  • Lunch (Please mention at time of booking)

Ground Zero Adventures offers the following types of fishing:
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing (We travel between 10 and 70 miles, depending on the type of trip.)
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing

Ground Zero Adventures offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Ground Zero Adventures include:
  • Cod
  • Halibut
  • Lingcod
  • Rockfish
  • Salmon

Your captain

Rick Zielinski
Kodiak, Alaska, United States
1 Fishing Report
ID & license verified
40 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since April 2021
Captain Rick is a second-generation angler, fishing from Florida to Alaska and back! Join him and have a memorable trip on the waters around Koiak Island.

The fish you can target

Cod Cod
Halibut Halibut
Lingcod Lingcod
Rockfish Rockfish

What the boat is like

Boat Image
Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
34 ft
Year built
2003
Restored in
2011
Boat manufacturer
Sloth Boats
Boat type
Sportfishing

Engine model
Volvo
Powered by
2 x 435HP
Max cruising speed
30 knots

Which types of fishing are offered

Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
We travel between 10 and 70 miles, depending on the type of trip.
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
Flybridge
Kitchen

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Fish are normally cleaned back at the dock. You are welcome to stick around and watch or relax at the Island Grill restaurant and we'll deliver your fish when they're all cleaned.
Snacks
We provide various snacks for your trip. We recommend bringing lunch for the longer trips. We can keep everything cold in the full-size refrigerator.
Drinks
We supply water, coffee, and Gatorade
First Mate
We always take a friendly, knowledgeable deckhand, who specializes in customer satisfaction.
Lunch
Please mention at time of booking

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.

What the listing policies are

Pickup agreed upon reservation
Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.
Child Friendly
We absolutely love having kids. There's nothing better than the excitement of kids catching fish!
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed
Disabled Accessible

How you can pay

Pay online in full

Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.

No additional fees.
Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% deposit to guarantee your reservation.

The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:

Cash
Visa
Mastercard
American Express
Checks
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.