Captain
Jim Rusk

Member since March 2017 Kenai, United States
Background
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.
Techniques
Back trolling, back bouncing, casting and bobber fishing.

Hey, I'm Captain Jim Rusk

Kenai, United States
Background
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.
Techniques
Back trolling, back bouncing, casting and bobber fishing.

My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.6 / 5
(13 reviews)
Kenai
trips from US $250

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.6 / 5
out of 5 stars from 13 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.4 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (22)
Great Day
Kristie\u2019s first salmon
Kristie\u2019s first salmon
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
90%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
77%
Appropriate for children
91%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
89%
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Garry C.
Homer, Alaska
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Early Season Salmon Trip on Kasilof

VERIFIED   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...
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Steve T.
Waxahachie, TX
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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June fishing trip

VERIFIED   Spring Salmon on June 11, 2021
Jim Rusk is a fantastic fishing guide.ย  Professional. Has al the gear.ย  Great boat.ย  Knows the best spots on the kenai...
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Grady M.
Chandler, AZ
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Day trip with Jim

VERIFIED   Spring Salmon on June 26, 2019
We are here at a time when the Salmon isnโ€™t the best of the season. Jim offered any kind of Salmon fishing we wanted and...
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Tom W.
Grove City, OH
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

August fishing trip

VERIFIED   Late Summer Salmon on August 12, 2021
Very professional put us on the fish got limit cleaned and back.ย  Jim know this area
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William H.
Hanover, PA
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great Day

VERIFIED   Late Summer Salmon on September 15, 2021
Great memories!
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