Al’s Guide Service 

5.0/5 (22 reviews)
 Centerville Road, Altmar, NY 13142, United States

Al’s Guide Service runs angling trips out of Pulaski and also does estuary trips on the salmon river. Al offers to show you what the local fishery is all about.

Al aims to tailor every trip to your specific needs, so let him know what you’re after! Depending on the trip and species, you’ll be using techniques like trolling, fly fishing, drift fishing, jigging, and spinning. You’re looking at 8-hour trips, where you’ll usually go after the likes of Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout, and King Salmon depending on the weather and time of year.

Your fishing adventure starts on a 16’ Hyde boat that can safely take up to 2 anglers.

The price of your trip includes all the rods, reels, and terminal tackle you’ll need for a productive day on the water. Please keep in mind you’ll need to get a fishing license before the start of the trip.

You’ll be able to keep any legal species caught during the trip.

Book your trip now and hit the water with Al’s Guide Service.

Alec Sharlow

Captain

Alec Sharlow

 ID & credentials verified
 responds within an hour

Highlights

 Live Bait
 Rods, reels & tackle

Plan your trip

Trip Date:
Days:
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Full Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 5:00 AM
Price for up to 2 people
US $500 
There are 4 people looking at this charter.

Customer reviews

Rating summary

5.0/5
out of 5 stars from 22 reviews
Boat
4.9/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
5.0/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (28)

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Angler rating

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Anglers claimed

Good experience

100%

Appropriate for children

100%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

95%

Caught fish

100%

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Anthony S.
Anthony S.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Epic king salmon fishing

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Full Day Trip on September 21, 2024

Just got back from an awesome salmon fishing trip. We hit the water hoping to catch some king salmon, and boy, did we ever! Lost count of how many we landed, but it was a bunch. Those kings really know how to put up a fight - talk about an adrenaline rush! The best part? Just being out there. Great weather, beautiful scenery, and non-stop action. Al and I had a blast swapping stories and reeling in fish after fish. If you're thinking about going salmon fishing, do it! It's a ton of fun, even if you're new to it. Fair warning though - it's addictive. Once you feel that tug on your line, you'll be hooked

Just got back from an awesome salmon fishing trip. We hit the water hoping to catch some king salmon, and boy, did we ever! Lost count of how many we landed, but it was a bunch. Those kings really know how to put up a fight - talk about an adrenaline rush! The best part? Just being out there. Great weather, beautiful scenery, and non-stop action. Al and I had a blast swapping stories and reeling in fish after fish. If you're thinking about going salmon fishing, do it! It's a ton of fun,...  

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 Anthony S. recommends Al’s Guide Service
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Alec Sharlow
Alec Sharlow (The Captain)
Replied on September 28, 2024
Thanks anthony had a great time with you out there!

Donald W. I.
Donald W. I.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Awesome !!

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Full Day Trip on April 13, 2025

Al was very knowledgeable about the river and how to catch the Steelhead. Showed us a method we never tried before and used the next day to great success. Would recommend to anyone.

Al was very knowledgeable about the river and how to catch the Steelhead. Showed us a method we never tried before and used the next day to great success. Would recommend to anyone.  

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 Donald W. I. recommends Al’s Guide Service
Alec Sharlow
Alec Sharlow (The Captain)
Replied on April 21, 2025
Thanks for the review Donald! Had a great time with you guys and hope to fish with you guys again! Tight lines, Al

John B.
John B.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Floating Down the Salmon River

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Full Day Trip on September 22, 2024

What a beautiful day. Our guide (Al) worked extra hard to put us on the fish. Unfortunately unable to land a large salmon. Will be back next year for sure. The wife and I had a great time fishing, and watching other fishermen/women fighting their catches.

What a beautiful day. Our guide (Al) worked extra hard to put us on the fish. Unfortunately unable to land a large salmon. Will be back next year for sure. The wife and I had a great time fishing, and watching other fishermen/women fighting their catches.  

 John B. recommends Al’s Guide Service
Alec Sharlow
Alec Sharlow (The Captain)
Replied on September 23, 2024
Thanks John and Maria!

Aidan W.
Aidan W.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Caught a lot on a slow day

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Full Day Trip on April 12, 2025

Not many people were catching fish but Al put us on the fish is every spot.

Not many people were catching fish but Al put us on the fish is every spot.  

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 Aidan W. recommends Al’s Guide Service
Alec Sharlow
Alec Sharlow (The Captain)
Replied on April 13, 2025
Thanks for the review Aidan and Chris. Had a great time with you guys and hope to fish with you again! Tight lines, Al

Tyler H.
Tyler H.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Big Al put me on Fish!

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Full Day Trip on October 12, 2024

I had a great charter with Al, very happy with his service and friendliness. He knows the river, put us on fish and gave us his great pro tips and guidance. If you're looking for a solid guide on the Salmon River go with Al.

I had a great charter with Al, very happy with his service and friendliness. He knows the river, put us on fish and gave us his great pro tips and guidance. If you're looking for a solid guide on the Salmon River go with Al.  

 Tyler H. recommends Al’s Guide Service
Alec Sharlow
Alec Sharlow (The Captain)
Replied on October 16, 2024
Thanks Tyler and Gerry you guys killed it! Looking forward to fishing with you guys again one day! Tight lines, Big Al

FAQs about Al’s Guide Service

What are the trip rates for Al’s Guide Service?

Al’s Guide Service offers the following trip to customers:

  • US $500 per group - Full Day Trip (8 hours)
What's included in the trip price with Al’s Guide Service?

Trips booked with Al’s Guide Service include:

  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Fly Fishing Equipment
What types of fishing does Al’s Guide Service offer?

Al’s Guide Service offers the following types of fishing:

  • River Fishing
  • Lake Fishing
What fishing techniques does Al’s Guide Service offer?

Al’s Guide Service offers the following fishing techniques:

  • Light Tackle
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Fly Fishing
  • Drift Fishing
  • Ice Fishing
Which fish species can I catch with Al’s Guide Service?

Top targeted fish species with Al’s Guide Service include:

  • Brown Trout
  • Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
  • Salmon (Atlantic)
  • Salmon (Chinook)
  • Salmon (Coho)

Meet your captain

Alec Sharlow

Altmar, New York, United States

ID & license verified
22 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since January 2023

Alec runs a 16 ft Hyde drift boat out of Altmar, NY. These waters are known for salmon or trout and Alec will help you find them. The fishing techniques Alec uses is fly fishing, plugging, float fishing, and center pin fishing.

Fish you can target

Brown Trout
Brown Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Atlantic Salmon
Atlantic Salmon
Chinook Salmon
Chinook Salmon
Coho Salmon
Coho Salmon

Your boat

Boat Image
Boat category
Unpowered boats
Capacity
2 persons
Boat length
16 ft
Year built
2004
Boat manufacturer
Hyde
Boat type
Drift boat

Engine model
N/A
Powered by
1 x 1HP

Where you can fish

River Fishing

Lake Fishing

How you can fish

Light Tackle

Trolling

Spinning

Jigging

Fly Fishing

Drift Fishing

Ice Fishing

What's on board

Included in the price

Rods, reels & tackle

Live Bait

Lures

Fly Fishing Equipment

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 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.

Listing policies

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.

Disabled Accessible

How to 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

When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 1% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Altmar right now

Brown TroutBrown Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Salmon (Chinook)Salmon (Chinook)
Salmon (Coho)Salmon (Coho)
4 people are looking at this charter.