Jim Rusk Fishing
Jim Rusk Fishing
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“Jim Rusk Fishing” offers guided trips on Alaska's famous Kenai River! With over 30 years of experience in these waters, Captain Jim Rusk can easily call himself an expert in hooking Salmon and Rainbows. After you experience the thrill of hooking into one of these epic fish, you'll realize there's nothing like it!
Hop aboard Capt. Jim's 20' Willie aluminum fishing boat. She's the ideal choice for up to 4 anglers and gets you to the good spots fast, thanks to twin 50 HP Mercury engines. She features all the necessary safety equipment and has enough fishing space for you to get your hands dirty going after your trophy.
The Kenai is well-known for its incredible Salmon fishery and you'll go after everything from King Salmon to Silver, Coho, and Sockeye! These trips take place from May through to September, with peak season hitting in July. In the spring and fall, add delicious Rainbow Trout to the mix and now you've got a true Alaska fishing adventure on your hands!
All the gear you need to successfully spin, troll, drift fish, and jig already awaits on board. Capt. Jim even brings along fly fishing gear if you're up for a challenge! Any catch you choose to keep is cleaned and filleted at the end of the trip for easy transport home.
For Captain Jim, fishing isn't just a pastime, it's something that gives him precious memories that will never fade. Join him and see why!
“Jim Rusk Fishing” offers guided trips on Alaska's famous Kenai River! With over 30 years of experience in these waters, Captain Jim Rusk can easily call himself an expert in hooking Salmon and Rainbows. After you experience the thrill of hooking into one of these epic fish, you'll realize there's nothing like it!
Hop aboard Capt. Jim's 20' Willie aluminum fishing boat. She's the ideal choice for up to 4 anglers and gets you to the good spots fast, thanks to twin 50 HP Mercury engines. She features all the necessary safety equipment and has enough fishing space for you to get your hands dirty going after your trophy.
The Kenai is well-known for its incredible Salmon fishery and you'll go after everything from King Salmon to Silver, Coho, and Sockeye! These trips take place from May through to September, with peak season hitting in July. In the spring and fall, add delicious Rainbow Trout to the mix and now you've got a true Alaska fishing adventure on your hands!
All the gear you need to successfully spin, troll, drift fish, and jig already awaits on board. Capt. Jim even brings along fly fishing gear if you're up for a challenge! Any catch you choose to keep is cleaned and filleted at the end of the trip for easy transport home.
For Captain Jim, fishing isn't just a pastime, it's something that gives him precious memories that will never fade. Join him and see why!
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Jim is a little rough on the edges, but I appreciated it because it was obvious his focus was on finding fish. It appeared he was frustrated because It was a slow day with rain and cold conditions. Starting the trip at 3:45 AM appeared insane, but there were tons of boats right behind us. Jim was aware of this and he worked his butt off rowing to keep us in the holes where the bites occurred. I wish the boat limited out, but it didn’t. That’s fishing! I think Jim appeared very knowledgeable about the river and gave us the best chance to succeed. We were one of the few that caught fish that day. Thanks Jim, hope to see you again on the Kenai or Kasilof in the future.
Jim Rusk is a fantastic fishing guide. Professional. Has al the gear. Great boat. Knows the best spots on the kenai river. We caught 2 30 lb king salmon in the first hour!
We are here at a time when the Salmon isn’t the best of the season. Jim offered any kind of Salmon fishing we wanted and clearly explained at this time we “might” get Salmon if we spend all day and get lucky or enjoy Trout fishing catch & release all day which we chose. And he still landed us a beautiful Coho keeper as a bonus! (Ok my wife of course caught it!) Jim is awesome, gracious & patient, we will never forget this awesome day!!! Thank to Jim for a beautiful day!
Very professional put us on the fish got limit cleaned and back. Jim know this area
Great memories!
FAQs about Jim Rusk Fishing
What are the trip rates for Jim Rusk Fishing?
- US $250 per person - Late Summer Salmon (8 hours)
- US $250 per person - Spring Salmon (9 hours)
- US $250 per person - Trophy Rainbow Trout (9 hours)
- US $275 per person - Early July Salmon (9 hours)
- US $275 per person - Peak Salmon (9 hours)
What's included in the trip price with Jim Rusk Fishing?
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Live bait
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting
- Fly fishing equipment
What types of fishing does Jim Rusk Fishing offer?
- River fishing
- Lake fishing
What fishing techniques does Jim Rusk Fishing offer?
- Light tackle
- Trolling
- Spinning
- Jigging
- Fly fishing
- Drift fishing
Which fish species can I catch with Jim Rusk Fishing?
- Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
- Salmon
- Salmon (Chinook)
- Salmon (Coho)
- Salmon (Sockeye)
Your captain
I was born in Soldotna Alaska in 1966, to parents who have homesteaded in Alaska since 1953. As a young boy, I spent my summers fishing on the banks of the Kenai River and became an avid fisherman at a very young age. When I was a teen, I often worked in the summers as a bait boy on some of the first charter boats in this area. By the time I graduated from high school and was old enough to get my guide license, I knew that was what I wanted to do. In 1987 I started Jim Rusk Fishing. As a fisherman, I enjoy all types of fishing and will always use whatever technique I feel is best to give my customers the best chance at success.
I was born in Soldotna Alaska in 1966, to parents who have homesteaded in Alaska since 1953. As a young boy, I spent my summers fishing on the banks of the Kenai River and became an avid fisherman at a very young age. When I was a teen, I often worked in the summers as a bait boy on some of the first charter boats in this area. By the time I graduated from high school and was old enough to get my guide license, I knew that was what I wanted to do. In 1987 I started Jim Rusk Fishing. As a fisherman, I enjoy all types of fishing and will always use whatever technique I feel is best to give my customers the best chance at success.
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How cancellations work
Free cancellation up to 60 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 60 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.
How you can pay
Book with 25% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 25% 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:
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