Jim Rusk Fishing
“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!
Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (22)
+19Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
90%
Appropriate for children
91%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
77%
Caught fish
89%
Homer, Alaska
Jun 2, 2021
Spring Salmon
Early Season Salmon Trip on Kasilof
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 is a little rough on the edges, but I appreciated it because it was obvious his focus was on finding fish. It appeared he...
Waxahachie, TX
Jun 11, 2021
Spring Salmon
June fishing trip
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!
Jim Rusk is a fantastic fishing guide. Professional. Has al the gear. Great boat. Knows the best spots on the kenai river....
Chandler, AZ
Jun 26, 2019
Spring Salmon
Day trip with Jim
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!
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...
Grove City, OH
Aug 12, 2021
Late Summer Salmon
August fishing trip
Very professional put us on the fish got limit cleaned and back. Jim know this area
Very professional put us on the fish got limit cleaned and back. Jim know this area
Hanover, PA
Sep 15, 2021
Late Summer Salmon
Great Day
Great memories!
Great memories!
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Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (22)
+19Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
90%
Appropriate for children
91%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
77%
Caught fish
89%
Homer, Alaska
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Early Season Salmon Trip on Kasilof
Spring Salmon on June 2, 2021
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 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...
Waxahachie, TX
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June fishing trip
Spring Salmon on June 11, 2021
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!
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!
Chandler, AZ
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Day trip with Jim
Spring Salmon on June 26, 2019
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!
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!
Grove City, OH
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Boat
Crew
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August fishing trip
Late Summer Salmon on August 12, 2021
Very professional put us on the fish got limit cleaned and back. Jim know this area
Very professional put us on the fish got limit cleaned and back. Jim know this area
Hanover, PA
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Great Day
Late Summer Salmon on September 15, 2021
Great memories!
Great memories!
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