Our Charter Boats & Tackle

Homer Charter Boat - Red Ryder

Red Ryder is a custom-built, 34-foot charter boat, which is strongly constructed to withstand the rigors of Alaska. She is very fast, and her sharp hull is designed to ride comfortably through rough seas, resulting in less travel time (more fishing time) and more comfort for you. With plenty deck space, cabin space, amenities and safety features that exceed regulations, Red Ryder is at the top of her class! She is also specifically configured for motor-assisted, drift-only fishing, which makes her truly unique among all Homer charter boats.

Homer Alaska Charter Boat

Safety - In addition to required safety equipment, Red Ryder is outfitted with a self-inflating life raft, a self-deploying EPIRB (emergency position indicating radio beacon), GPS, multiple VHF radios (3) and radar.

Amenities - The boat features a large heated cabin with seating for up to eight people. There is plenty of additional space for all your gear and forward berthing if you need a nap following your travels to Homer. There is also a private indoor head (restroom) with a flush toilet (cleaned daily) and freshwater sink.

Boat Specifications

  • Length - Build is 34 feet (about 38 feet overall)
  • Hull Material - Aluminum
  • Power - Twin Yamaha 300 horsepower outboards with aft control station (plus 25 HP auxiliary)
  • Speed - Average cruising speed is 25 knots (29 MPH). Top speed exceeds 40 knots (46 MPH)
  • Fuel Capacity - 350 gallons
  • Freshwater Capacity - 50 gallons
  • Electronics - GPS, chart plotter, radar, sounders/fish finders, VHF radios
  • Passenger Limit - up to six (in addition to captain and crew)

Kenai River Charter Boat

Our Kenai River charter boat is a Willie Predator, which is built to our specifications for comfort, speed, and fishing requirements. The Predator is absolutely the best fishing boat available anywhere. It provides a smooth ride, plenty of space, comfortable seating and ample storage for gear.

Boat Specifications

  • Length - 20 feet
  • Hull Material - Aluminum
  • Power - Single Yamaha 50 horsepower outboard (plus 10 HP auxiliary)
  • Speed - 25 knots (29 MPH)
  • Fuel Capacity - 28 gallons
  • Passenger Limit - up to four (in addition to your guide)

Fishing Tackle

Our boats are outfitted with premium fishing tackle, which is carefully matched to our fishing methods and the species we target. Our goal is to provide tackle that's lightweight enough to fish comfortably all day but robust enough to handle the largest fish you could possibly encounter.

 Our clients say...

Matt L. - Captain Boo Kandas was a fabulous guide on the Kenai River. He has an abundant sense of humor and was enjoyable to be around for the day.  more

Kevin L. - ...We fished with you on an ocean charter in 2012 and had a great trip. My wife and I are coming to Alaska for the summer and would like to fish with you again...

Pat N. - ...He told me that you are referred to in Alaska as the "Fish Whisperer!!!"  more

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