Captain
Dustin Klepacki

Member since April 2017 Soldotna, United States

Background: Dustin Klepacki began his fishing career at an early age of 13 when he fished in tournaments in Northern Illinois until he turned 20. Dustin took 2005 National Champion, 2007 National Team of the year and had many other victories. When he turned 19, he decided to move to Alaska and started working as a deckhand on a Halibut charter, concentrating on exploring the rivers in the Kenai peninsula. One thing led to another, and Dustin became a captain. He enjoys taking his guests out and providing the best service possible.
Techniques: Every aspect of fishing in Alaska is fun I'll let you decide which one is your favorite

Hey, I'm Captain Dustin Klepacki

Soldotna, United States

Background: Dustin Klepacki began his fishing career at an early age of 13 when he fished in tournaments in Northern Illinois until he turned 20. Dustin took 2005 National Champion, 2007 National Team of the year and had many other victories. When he turned 19, he decided to move to Alaska and started working as a deckhand on a Halibut charter, concentrating on exploring the rivers in the Kenai peninsula. One thing led to another, and Dustin became a captain. He enjoys taking his guests out and providing the best service possible.
Techniques: Every aspect of fishing in Alaska is fun I'll let you decide which one is your favorite

Reviews

Fishing Reports

My Charter Listings

D's Fishing Company

4.9 / 5

(41 reviews)

4.9 / 5

(41 reviews)

Soldotna • 20 ft • 4 persons

trips from US $200

D's Fishing Company - Kasilof River

4.9 / 5

(5 reviews)

4.9 / 5

(5 reviews)

Soldotna • 20 ft • 4 persons

trips from US $225

Fishing Reports

Kasilof river king salmon

May 17, 2022 Soldotna

Fishing is starting to pick up on the kasilof river. very low pressure from other anglers. great chance to catch king salmon this early in the year. Also landed a steelhead and a dolly varden had two other king salmon bites. this fishery is only going to get better as we move forward into June.

2 kings per day !!! Sockeye coming soon

May 16, 2022 Soldotna

Bait is open single hook retention of hatchery fish only. Early run sockeye will be happening soon also.

Silvers are in!!!

Aug 25, 2020 Soldotna

If youre looking to catch some fish. Book asap. Im on a hot bite limiting out everyday in 2 hours or less. Ill have you back to the dock in time for breakfast.

5 man limits or 2 man limits no problem

Jul 29, 2020 Soldotna

Book the su contractor rate special for the month of august at 135per person and save some money. Start early finish early. Back in time for breakfast.

45 minute Easy sockeye limits. All day e

Jul 15, 2020 Soldotna

If there is a day you wish to book and i have it blocked. Send me a message and i can run a half day in the afternoon/evening. Lets go

Sockeyes coming through!

Jul 11, 2020 Soldotna

Due to recent cancellations. Prices dropping. Book now for king/sockeye combo trips before they close kings!!. Its that time of year. Limits can be easy to come by.

Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.9 / 5

out of 5 stars from 46 reviews

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Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Experience

4.8 / 5

Photos & videos by reviewers (15)

$Great experience with D\u2019s Fishing Company$

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Anglers claimed

Good experience
	89%
Friendly captain
	97%
Recommend this charter
	89%
Appropriate for children
	92%
Satisfied with the boat
	100%
Caught fish
	82%

Appropriate for children
	92%
Satisfied with the boat
	100%
Caught fish
	82%

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Jeff M.

Paris, TX

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

Great Experience

VERIFIED Half day september special on May 3, 2022

Jeff M.

Paris, TX

5.0 / 5

May 3, 2022

Half day september special

Great Experience

VERIFIED

Dustin is a very knowledgeable fisherman. He is also great at communicating and keeping you updated on fishing in the area. I would recommend Captain D’s.

Dustin is a very knowledgeable fisherman. He is also great at communicating and keeping you updated on fishing in the area....

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Dustin Klepacki (The Captain)

Replied on May 17, 2022

Thanks Jeff. You guys were the type of guests every guide dreams of. Easy going and relatable!!! Hope to see you guys again some day!!

Dustin Klepacki (The Captain)

Replied on May 17, 2022

Thanks Jeff. You guys were the type of guests every guide dreams of. Easy going and relatable!!! Hope to see you guys again some day!!

Captain replied

Nadia B.

Rexburg, ID

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

VERIFIED Half day september special on June 24, 2021

Nadia B.

Rexburg, ID

5.0 / 5

Jun 24, 2021

Half day september special

VERIFIED

I’m not sure if these pictures uploaded correctly but just wanted to say how much we loved our trip out on the Kenai with Dustin. He was friendly and fun. He knew how bad I wanted to find a king salmon even though the numbers weren’t high and HE FOUND ME SOME BIG ONES!

I’m not sure if these pictures uploaded correctly but just wanted to say how much we loved our trip out on the Kenai with...

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Miranda P.

Portland, Oregon

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

Will book again!

VERIFIED 5 Hour Trip (PM) on April 20, 2019

Miranda P.

Portland, Oregon

5.0 / 5

Apr 20, 2019

5 Hour Trip (PM)

Will book again!

VERIFIED

Definitely recommend booking with Dustin! Had such a blast. Can’t thank the crew enough for amazing memories and laughs. Everyone was super humble and helpful. Made us feel comfortable from the day we booked. Dustin reached out several times in advance before the trip. We started the day off by not following directions and ended up showing up an hour and a half late, thankfully the crew patiently waited for us and didn’t leave! Professionalism was a dandy! Can honestly the BEST fishing experience... More

Definitely recommend booking with Dustin! Had such a blast. Can’t thank the crew enough for amazing memories and laughs....

Miranda P. recommends D's Fishing Company

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Dustin Klepacki (The Captain)

Replied on April 23, 2019

Thanks!! Hope you guys can make it back. Always welcome in my boat.

Dustin Klepacki (The Captain)

Replied on April 23, 2019

Thanks!! Hope you guys can make it back. Always welcome in my boat.

Captain replied

Alexander (Nick) & Karen Stathas

Greenwood, SC

4.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

4.0 / 5

Crew

3.0 / 5

Overall

Fishing with Dustin, should of had info about commercial fishing

VERIFIED 5 Hour Trip (MAX 2) on July 13, 2021

Alexander (Nick) & Karen Stathas

Greenwood, SC

4.0 / 5

Jul 13, 2021

5 Hour Trip (MAX 2)

Fishing with Dustin, should of had info about commercial fishing

VERIFIED

Dustin was ok. Nice guy, Went fishing on spots that everyone else fishes. Caught nothing. Now to be fair. I should of been told that commercial fishing started a day before my trip. Dustin said commercial fishing in entry to river really took a lot of salmon from moving up river and fish were sparse . This is July , salmon should be everywhere. If your going to go fishing check to see about commercial fishing first. I would of easily changed dates. I know it’s fishing but very disappointed.

Dustin was ok. Nice guy, Went fishing on spots that everyone else fishes. Caught nothing. Now to be fair. I should of been...

Alexander (Nick) & Karen Stathas recommends D's Fishing Company

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Dustin Klepacki (The Captain)

Replied on July 24, 2021

Dustin Klepacki (The Captain)

Replied on July 24, 2021

I didnt see anyone else sockeye trolling. Yeah it was slow. But no one else was doing it.. dont understand how thats taking you to where everyone fishes. I decided to switch gears and try flipping for reds. Yes its july, yes its busy. There are no secret sockeye spots on the lower kenai river. Everyone knows every spot…we were extremly lucky to get the spot we did… When you initally booked i did try to move your trip to later in the week. And you had other things booked couldnt swing earlier or later. Sorry i couldnt magically make 50000 reds come up the river. If you ever decide to come back use the alaska department of fish and game website and look at the fish counts for 2nd run sockeye salmon on the kenai river and that should give you a better idea of when to book

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Carl C.

Waterford, CT

4.7 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

4.0 / 5

Overall

July fishing trip

VERIFIED 5 Hour Trip (MAX 2) on July 13, 2022

Carl C.

Waterford, CT

4.7 / 5

Jul 13, 2022

5 Hour Trip (MAX 2)

July fishing trip

VERIFIED

Dustin does a great job trying to find fish. We had a good time and will go back again. Enjoy his energy and experience. Carl Cascio

Dustin does a great job trying to find fish. We had a good time and will go back again. Enjoy his energy and experience....

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Hey, I'm Captain Dustin Klepacki

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D's Fishing Company

D's Fishing Company - Kasilof River

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Great Experience

Will book again!

Will book again!

Fishing with Dustin, should of had info about commercial fishing

Fishing with Dustin, should of had info about commercial fishing

July fishing trip

July fishing trip

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