What would you recommend to anglers fishing in Seward, Alaska for the first time?

Just have a great time, and don't be disappointed if you don't catch anything right away. Listen to Gabriel and follow his directions...my 17 year old had his first time fishing and took 3 hours to get his first catch, than caught 3 more in the next hour!!

It's a great trip, but don't expect huge halibut. I've always heard about big halibut in AK, like 50 lbs to 200 lbs. So I thought catching a halibut like that was a good possibility. However, I think that's very unlikely these days fishing out of Seward.

We didn’t have luck catching fish. We only caught one small fish all day. That being said, we had a great time. Some days are just like that when you go fishing. The experience was still worth it in my opinion.

Weather and views was gorgeous on June 19th. It’s a small boat so you’ll do a lot of rocking and rolling out there even in calm waters. Take a bonine before you depart. Bring a sandwich and plan to enjoy the experience and just have fun. You’re on the water fishing in Alaska, don’t get much better than that.

Seward is gorgeous, enjoy! Make sure that you get your licenses bought before hand. It's a long boat trip out, maybe up to 2 hours. Bring food, bring entertainment (or just get outside on deck and enjoy the beauty.

Be prepared to not catch what your targeting it’s not the boats fault there’s bigger factors at play when you can fish 5+ hours and only catch sharks 80 everyone on the boat and still move miles in different directions and still only catch sharks just a bad day to fish oh the sea bass did bite that was a plus

Always be prepared for weather changes. Realize this is a "fishing" charter, not a "catching" charter. Know the guides WANT you to catch fish and they are acutely aware that your experience in their office dictates future business so they want happy fished up customers. Be prepared, polite and fun and you will get that back in spades from them. If something isn't the way you want it, ask for a change and keep an open mind.

Devote several days and try different trip options...so you increase your odds for both good weather and finding the fish. And savor the whole experience, the whales and sea otters, the food, the people and history. And listen to the guides--unless you've fished a lot of Alaska, it's not like anything you've done before. And be flexible--make the most of whatever the weather and fish gods offer. And at the end of the day, have the best dinner in Alaska at The Cookery.

If it's a last minute trip, check to see how the silver salmon run is. If you booked your trip months in advance like most people do there isn't anything you can do about it, but there are plenty of other fish to catch.

This was my 1st time fishing in Seward and it was an awesome experience!! Captain Mike and DH Trey were great! They got along extremely well with everyone in our party. The location they took us to fish was very productive and the boat was solid. I would definitely go out with them again.

Cannot plan around the weather. We had rainy-windy day. Could not get out into the big water due to small craft advisory. We still caught our limit of halibut & salmon. Plus we landed a good mess of nice Pacific Cod & Rockfish.

I would say 3.5 stars. Fishing out of Seward for the last 20 years I have seen it decline greatly. Lots of new rule from Fish and Game, hopefully that improves the over all experience for everyone.

Weather can be cold and rainy so just prepare properly with insulating layers and wind/water resistant outer layer. If you are prone to motion sickness get medication ahead of time. I used a transdermal patch behind my ear and it worked great, but the waters can be very rough so plan accordingly and enjoy your trip.

Book a Charter with a company with reputable reviews and have them show you the time of your life. Blue Ice Charters is my recommendation, you won't regret it. Crew was great with younger kids. Very patient and friendly.

Check the weather have good rain gear if the weather is nasty. If you get sick on the water be sure to stop and get stuff to help so you have a enjoyable time on the water fishing catching slob halibut. Also get lots of sleep cause Bobbie will have you catching fish.

Find a nice place to stay. Get good rest. Ensure you are rested, Have a lunch and take some non drowsy Dramamine if you even think you might be sick. It is hard to have a good experience when you are getting sick. Wear warm cloths (layered) and wear non slip waterproof shoes. NO BANANAS ON BOARD!!!!!!!!!! Don't forget rain gear.

Seas were fairly calm and the boat was pretty big so no issue with seasickness except for one passenger. Full day to get us out to prime halibut spot was worth it.

The fishing technique was new to use but they teach you everything you need to know. Great for young and old.

We sailed and fished with Captain Bub and Deckhand Peyton. They were both were extremely helpful and great to fish with. I would highly recommend them to anyone looking to fish in Seward.

Make sure you do not get stuck grabbing a last minute trip like we did after our cancellation. If you do make sure to take some time and read reviews and not just the good ones.

Go earlier in the summer. Seems like things are winding down by this time of year.

Definitely go for a full day charter, half day just isn't enough time to catch fish.

Go with Fantasea Charters. I can recommend fishing in Seward without any hesitation.

Listen to recommendations on what to bring with like rain gear warm clothes and water resistant shoes lunch and a beverage.

I think we got lucky with the weather holding off… but we were put in a perfect position by the captain

Neither silvers or kings are in season yet and halibut are small this year. Rockfish were plentiful and nice sized.

Sockeye run is on, kings too. Only big risk is the weather can be a little chilly and wet, but it’s Alaska so I’ll always take better fishing first.

Get on a boat like the legend or renegade through fishing booker/salt water safari it’s so easy and you’ll love the experience

This trip does not have a boat. It is from the shore and uses a method called snagging. If you want to fish from a boat the traditional way, this is not it.

Fishing the shore in Seward can be hit or miss depending on the fishing gods. Snag fishing is a different type of fishing and needs some schools of fish for a large catch.