WINNER!

2011 Seward Halibut Tournament

Fish: 247 lbs.

Angler: Scott Cawiezell

Capt. Woody Wedin

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June 27, 2011 - Captain Woody Wedin and angler Scott Cawiezell with the winning fish in the 2011 Seward Halibut Tournament, which weighed in at a whopping 247 pounds.

Alaska Fishing

A special breed of angler flocks to this nook of the world, where Alaska fishing lore is born. Legendary tales boast of salmon runs so thick you can walk across their backs, halibut so huge they're called "barn-doors", and bottom-fish so plentiful that fishing for them is "catching". Many anglers dream of the day they can experience their exhilarating Alaska fishing trip firsthand. Living your dream of fishing in Alaska doesn't have to wait any longer. It's easier than you think.

Alaska Fishing Trips

ProFish-n-Sea Charters, located in Seward, Alaska, will take you on a truly unique Alaska fishing trip to experience an unforgettable day of Alaska halibut fishing or Alaska salmon fishing. Our charters venture into the most pristine marine ecosystem on Earth, an amazing world teeming with birds, whales, sealions, porpoises, and all the fish that call this rugged habitat their home. Safely and successfully fishing these waters is our business. Captain Steve Zernia and the fun, friendly crews at ProFish-n-Sea are dedicated Alaskan fishermen with extensive local knowledge and many years on the water. We operate seaworthy, state-of-the-art vessels loaded with safety equipment and the finest fishing tackle available. Our vessels are some of the newest and fastest in the fleet. If you are looking for the ultimate Alaska fishing adventure, look no further.

The ProFish-n-Sea crew releases an estimated 350+ pound halibut.

Alaska Halibut Fishing

For many fishermen around the world, a successful fishing trip is measured in bites or hookups. In Alaska, halibut fishing success is measured in pounds - sometimes hundreds of pounds! Our crews are experts at Alaska halibut fishing and will teach you how to win the battle with a "barn-door" halibut. Alaskan Halibut are stealthy flat-fish that can quickly test the tackle's strength and the angler's determination. From feeling the first bite, to the pole-bending hookup, and all the way to the gaff, we will guide you every step of the way.

Halibut Fishing 2012

We have heard recently from many clients inquiring about halibut fishing in Alaska, asking if the bag limit has been changed in our area. Fortunately, for 2012 in the Seward area, the halibut bag limit remains 2 fish of any size, per person/day. Biologists are seeing changes in the halibut biomass showing high numbers of small fish which are not maturing as quickly as they should. The average size of sport-caught halibut has been trending down (currently around 20 lbs.) for the last several years reflecting this change. It is possible, if the trend of slower growth rates does not reverse in the near future, sport limits for halibut could be reduced in future seasons to protect the mature breeding biomass.

Catching an ocean-bright King Salmon is a highlight for any angler regardless of experience.

Alaska Salmon Fishing

In our frigid Alaskan waters, salmon are in their prime as they school in the ocean preparing to enter rivers on their quest to spawn. Our Seward, Alaska salmon fishing charters specialize in catching these shiny acrobatic fish in the saltwater while they are at their prime. Alaskan salmon feed aggressively and fight ferociously with quick darts, acrobatic leaps, and dazzling speed. Salmon fishing in Seward is the absolute highlight for many anglers on their Alaska fishing vacation. We are on the water daily and know how to make your Alaska salmon fishing trip a success. Experience the thrill of catching these hard fighting fish on light tackle it is surely a memory in the making.

Seasons for catching salmon in Seward vary by species. The largest run of salmon in the Seward area are Silvers (Coho). The silvers show up in numbers by the first of July and continue to run through the end of August. During this time it's also possible to catch a King (Chinook) Salmon, however our best fishing for Kings takes place during the month of June. In June we often troll for kings as part of our combo trips. We also offer full-day trips specifically to target King Salmon.