It’s going to get busy…
July 1st is the beginning of the second run of Kenai River red and king salmon. Not only is this the month when the largest concentration of fish arrive, it is also when the river is “loved to death.” If you’re looking for a peaceful, Alaska wilderness experience in July, I suggest you look some where other than the Kenai River.
I’m very optimistic about the forecast for July, at least for red salmon. The early run often mirrors the late run and the early run of red salmon was very strong. So strong ADFG liberalized the daily limit and eventually tripled it.
I’m less optimistic about the king salmon late run. The early run was the poorest since the sonar counter was introduced in 1986. The minimum escapement goal is 3900 fish and only 1975 found their way back to the river. I really don’t see any hope for the king salmon fishery to open at all this year.
I got the famous late night call from Boo Friday telling me he had room on his boat for the ling cod opener on July 1st. I couldn’t pass up this opportunity.
We crushed it. Thanks, Boo. It was awesome as always.
I haven’t posted many moose photos lately, but thought I’d share this with you.
I’ve been in the process of prepping the dock for what I anticipate to be a successful installation on either July 4th or 5th. I was forced to pause my work when these two decided they really liked our grass. I never get tired of seeing moose on the property.
Second Hand Peninsula Wide Fishing Reports
Russian River. It’s slowing down but is still considered “good”.
Kasilof River. King salmon fishing has been poor, red salmon fishing has been good. Guests in our cabin dipnetted 43 in two days.
Seward. The red salmon fishing is tapering off, but on the right tides limits can be had.
Homer. Excellent bottom fishing is happening now.
Lower Kenai River. It’s a transition period. Soon, the second run of red salmon will be showing.
Jane and I wish everyone a great and safe Independence Day!
Fishing Report Week Ending 6/25/23