Jason’s Guide Service
Jason’s Guide Service
Jason's Guide Service provides professionally guided fishing trips that'll have you reeling in trophy-sized Rainbow Trout and a variety of Salmon in no time. Your guide, Jason Lesmeister, has over 20 years experience providing guided adventures along the Kenai River in Alaska, and prides himself on providing fully-customized trips that are perfectly suited to fit his customers' needs.
Jason lives where he guides, and spends over 200 days a year on the water, both professionally and for fun. His goal is to provide eco-friendly fishing trips that will provide a lifetime of memories, and protect these rivers and lakes so that they can be enjoyed by future anglers. Jason practices catch and release on all native Rainbow Trout, while Dolly Varden and varieties of Salmon can be caught for both sport and table fare.
You'll head out onto Kenai River in a 20' Willie drift boat. Drift boating is perfect for anglers who want a hands-on experience, as it allows you to fish from the boat as well as 'beaching up' and wading these productive waters for your catch. It also allows for a peaceful, environmentally-friendly adventure. Jason can accommodate up to 4 guests on each trip, and his drift boat is equipped with all of the necessary navigational and safety gear for a productive day on the water.
Jason prides himself on not only being a year-round guide, but also living and fishing in his guiding area. This means that he is able to keep his finger on the pulse when it comes to the species that travel through this river! He knows the best times to visit for your dream catch. Want to reel in huge Rainbow Trout? Visit during Autumn. If you're after Sockeye Salmon, join Jason in July. You'll also have the chance to hook Chinook and Coho Salmon, and plenty more.
You'll be provided with top-quality G-Loomis, Shimano, and Lamson rods and reels, as well as tackle. All you need to bring is a fishing license. Join Jason's Guide Service and get ready to reel in your dream catch!
Jason's Guide Service provides professionally guided fishing trips that'll have you reeling in trophy-sized Rainbow Trout and a variety of Salmon in no time. Your guide, Jason Lesmeister, has over 20 years experience providing guided adventures along the Kenai River in Alaska, and prides himself on providing fully-customized trips that are perfectly suited to fit his customers' needs.
Jason lives where he guides, and spends over 200 days a year on the water, both professionally and for fun. His goal is to provide eco-friendly fishing trips that will provide a lifetime of memories, and protect these rivers and lakes so that they can be enjoyed by future anglers. Jason practices catch and release on all native Rainbow Trout, while Dolly Varden and varieties of Salmon can be caught for both sport and table fare.
You'll head out onto Kenai River in a 20' Willie drift boat. Drift boating is perfect for anglers who want a hands-on experience, as it allows you to fish from the boat as well as 'beaching up' and wading these productive waters for your catch. It also allows for a peaceful, environmentally-friendly adventure. Jason can accommodate up to 4 guests on each trip, and his drift boat is equipped with all of the necessary navigational and safety gear for a productive day on the water.
Jason prides himself on not only being a year-round guide, but also living and fishing in his guiding area. This means that he is able to keep his finger on the pulse when it comes to the species that travel through this river! He knows the best times to visit for your dream catch. Want to reel in huge Rainbow Trout? Visit during Autumn. If you're after Sockeye Salmon, join Jason in July. You'll also have the chance to hook Chinook and Coho Salmon, and plenty more.
You'll be provided with top-quality G-Loomis, Shimano, and Lamson rods and reels, as well as tackle. All you need to bring is a fishing license. Join Jason's Guide Service and get ready to reel in your dream catch!
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What anglers say
All reviews (85)
We loved our time out on the Kenai. Our guide Henry was knowledgeable and easy to talk to. Our experience was easy to book and finalize. The breathtaking scenery was an experience in and of itself. We caught 10 fish during our half day trip…unfortunately had to release all of them, but still a great experience overall.
Thank you Heather. Henry had a great time with you on the Kenai River!
Really enjoyed the day on the river with Jason landing rainbows and Dolly varden. He is an extremely knowledgeable and patient guide who had me on the fish all day. I look forward to fishing with him again.
Thank you Tom. looking forward to out nwxt day on the water!
great experience having our guide, Joe. Personable, patient teaching, talkative just enough without being tiring ;) would recommend!
Thanks Angela. We appreciate the great review and are looking fora=ward to our next adventure!
Great trip who worked hard with a group of novice anglers. Beautiful river with lots if fish. Giide was terrific.
FAQs about Jason’s Guide Service
- US $900 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - Half Day Trip – Salmon (4 hours)
- US $900 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - Half Day Trip – Trout (4 hours)
- US $1,200 per group, additional US $200 per person after 3 guests - Full Day Trip – Trout (8 hours)
- US $1,200 per group, additional US $200 per person after 3 guests - Full Day Trip – Salmon (8 hours)
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Ice box
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting
- Fly fishing equipment (Gloomis, Lamson, Shimano,)
- River fishing
- Lake fishing
- Backcountry fishing
- Light tackle
- Jigging
- Fly fishing
- Ice fishing
- Dolly Varden
- Lake Trout
- Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
- Salmon (Coho)
- Salmon (Sockeye)
Your operator
I grew up in Minnesota, at the age of 20 I came to Alaska to be a guide. 24 years later I'm a Registered Guide/Outfitter and am still a Passionate Angler. I try and fish no less than 200 days a year.
I grew up in Minnesota, at the age of 20 I came to Alaska to be a guide. 24 years later I'm a Registered Guide/Outfitter and am still a Passionate Angler. I try and fish no less than 200 days a year.
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Free cancellation up to 30 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 30 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.
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Pickup not included
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Book with 15% deposit, pay rest to captain
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