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Homer Fishing Report - July 11

  Captain John

Fishing out of Homer has been the best early-July fishing I’ve seen in the past few years! Read more about our early July fishing report for Cook Inlet and the Gulf of Alaska . . .

  Jul 11, 2016     0 Comments


June 2016 Homer Fishing Report

  Tall Tale Charters

The month of June is behind us but not forgotten. Fishing was very good, and we had lots of fun on the water with clients! We are also seeing lots of healthy fish and more whale activity than usual . . .

  Jul 01, 2016     1 Comment


How to Prevent Seasickness

  Captain John

If you are prone to motion sickness or have never been aboard an ocean-going vessel, we highly recommend you take adequate precautions against becoming seasick. Based on our observations, properly applied scopolamine patches appear to work better than most medications. It's also very important to . . .

  Jan 04, 2016     1 Comment

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Southern Hushpuppy Recipe

  Captain John

This is captain John's favorite hushpuppy recipe! Unlike most hushpuppies, which are typically hard, greasy and heavy, these are crispy on the outside, light, and moist on the inside. If properly spiced, they also are full of flavor. Coarsely-chopped veggies and proper spicing are important, and will take this recipe to a totally new dimension! . . .

  Jan 03, 2016     0 Comments

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Homer Alaska Jig Fishing

  Captain John

We are the only no-bait, jig-only bottom fishing charter out of Homer, Alaska. Give us a try if you want a unique fishing trip, prefer lots of action, lightweight gear, no bait checks, feeling the bite and hooking your own fish! Our fast-moving Homer charter boat, Red Ryder, is uniquely configured and outfitted specifically for drift-only baitless jig fishing. We also operate the boat in a manner which compensates for . . .

  Jan 02, 2016     0 Comments


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