Jim Rusk Fishing

“Jim Rusk Fishing” offers guided trips on Alaska’s famous Kenai River! With over 30 years of experience in these waters, Captain Jim Rusk can easily call himself an expert in hooking Salmon and Rainbows. After you experience the thrill of hooking into one of these epic fish, you’ll realize there’s nothing like it!

Hop aboard Capt. Jim’s 20’ Willie aluminum fishing boat. She’s the ideal choice for up to 4 anglers and gets you to the good spots fast, thanks to twin 50 HP Mercury engines. She features all the necessary safety equipment and has enough fishing space for you to get your hands dirty going after your trophy.

The Kenai is well-known for its incredible Salmon fishery and you’ll go after everything from King Salmon to Silver, Coho, and Sockeye! These trips take place from May through to September, with peak season hitting in July. In the spring and fall, add delicious Rainbow Trout to the mix and now you’ve got a true Alaska fishing adventure on your hands!

All the gear you need to successfully spin, troll, drift fish, and jig already awaits on board. Capt. Jim even brings along fly fishing gear if you’re up for a challenge! Any catch you choose to keep is cleaned and filleted at the end of the trip for easy transport home.

For Captain Jim, fishing isn’t just a pastime, it’s something that gives him precious memories that will never fade. Join him and see why!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Viaje Privado
    Late Summer Salmon
    CancelaciĆ³n GRATIS 60 dĆ­as de aviso
    8 Horas de Viaje, Empieza 6:00 AM
    Viaje de temporada Aug 1 - Sep 30
    US $500
    Get your hands on the last of King Salmon and switch your focus to hooking equally delicious Silver Salmon! It's a great way to get out for 8 hours in breathtaking nature and go home with some delicious fish. Capt. Jim provides all the gear you need for a successful day. Just remember to pick up a fishing license beforehand and pack any drinks and snacks you'd like to enjoy.
  • Viaje Privado
    Spring Salmon
    CancelaciĆ³n GRATIS 60 dĆ­as de aviso
    9 Horas de Viaje, Empieza 6:00 AM
    Viaje de temporada May 1 - Jun 30
    US $500
    Avoid the big summer crowds by heading out at the very beginning of King Salmon season to get your hands on the delicious fish! You'll spend 8 hours in the stunning Kenai River and have a good shot at hooking your limits. No need to worry about gear ā€“ Capt. Jim brings along everything you need. Pack drinks, snacks, and a fishing license and you're all set!
  • Viaje Privado
    Trophy Rainbow Trout
    CancelaciĆ³n GRATIS 60 dĆ­as de aviso
    9 Horas de Viaje, Empieza 9:00 AM
    Viaje de temporada Jun 16 - Oct 31
    US $500
    Rainbow Trout is not be overlooked when it comes to tastiness or it's incredible game qualities! Spend 9 hours cruising the Kenai River and hook a monster fish to brag about. Drinks, snacks, and a valid Alaska fishing license are all you need to bring on this adventure!
  • Viaje Privado
    Early July Salmon
    CancelaciĆ³n GRATIS 60 dĆ­as de aviso
    9 Horas de Viaje, Empieza 6:00 AM
    Viaje de temporada Jul 1 - Jul 15
    US $550
    It's almost peak King Salmon season and you're fishing with one of the best guides in the area on this full-day adventure! Hook big fish and catch your limits with relative ease. Capt. Jim provides all the gear you need for a successful day so all you need to bring are drinks, snacks, and a fishing license.
  • Viaje Privado
    Peak Salmon
    CancelaciĆ³n GRATIS 60 dĆ­as de aviso
    9 Horas de Viaje, Empieza 6:00 AM
    Viaje de temporada Jul 16 - Jul 31
    US $550
    If you're looking for certified catches ā€“ late July is your best bet for bringing massive King Salmon onto the boat! Spend a full day in the Kenai River and make good use of Capt. Jim's gear and guidance. Bring along any drinks and snacks you'd like to enjoy, as well as an Alaska fishing license, and you're all set!
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FAQs about Jim Rusk Fishing

Jim Rusk Fishing offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $250 per person - Late Summer Salmon (8 hours)
  • US $250 per person - Spring Salmon (9 hours)
  • US $250 per person - Trophy Rainbow Trout (9 hours)
  • US $275 per person - Early July Salmon (9 hours)
  • US $275 per person - Peak Salmon (9 hours)

Trips booked with Jim Rusk Fishing include:
  • CaƱas, carretes y equipo
  • Carnada Viva
  • SeƱuelos
  • Limpieza y Fileteado
  • Equipo para Pesca con Mosca

Jim Rusk Fishing offers the following types of fishing:
  • Pesca en RĆ­o
  • Pesca en Lado

Jim Rusk Fishing offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Equipo Ligero
  • Troleo
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Pesca con Mosca
  • Drift Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Jim Rusk Fishing include:
  • Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
  • Salmon
  • Salmon (Chinook)
  • Salmon (Coho)
  • Salmon (Sockeye)

Sobre el Captain

Jim Rusk
Kenai, Alaska, Estados Unidos
13 Opiniones de los clientes
Miembro desde Marzo 2017
I was born in Soldotna Alaska in 1966, to parents who have homesteaded in Alaska since 1953. As a young boy, I spent my summers fishing on the banks of the Kenai River and became an avid fisherman at a very young age. When I was a teen, I often worked in the summers as a bait boy on some of the first charter boats in this area. By the time I graduated from high school and was old enough to get my guide license, I knew that was what I wanted to do. In 1987 I started Jim Rusk Fishing. As a fisherman, I enjoy all types of fishing and will always use whatever technique I feel is best to give my customers the best chance at success.

Sobre este listado

Especies de InterƩs

Rainbow Trout (Steelhead) Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Salmon Salmon
Salmon (Chinook) Chinook Salmon
Salmon (Coho) Coho Salmon

Especificaciones del barco

Willie boat (Aluminum fishing) construido en 1995, y restaurado en 2015. Impulsado por 2 50HP Mercury motores.

Longitud
20 ft
Capacidad
4 personas

Tipos de Pesca

Pesca en RĆ­o
Pesca en Lado

TĆ©cnicas de Pesca

Equipo Ligero
Troleo
Spinning
Jigging
Pesca con Mosca
Drift Fishing

Servicios

El Viaje Incluye

CaƱas, carretes y equipo
Carnada Viva
SeƱuelos
Limpieza y Fileteado
Equipo para Pesca con Mosca

PolĆ­tica de CancelaciĆ³n

CancelaciĆ³n gratis hasta 60 dĆ­as antes del viaje

Los clientes pueden cancelar o modificar su reserva hasta 60 dĆ­as antes de la fecha del viaje sin cargo. Si el viaje se cancela o modifica despuĆ©s, o en caso de no presentarse, se cobrarĆ” el 100% del depĆ³sito.

PolĆ­ticas

OpciĆ³n de traslado despuĆ©s de reservar
Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.
Se permiten niƱos
Te quedas con la pesca
Se permite captura y liberaciĆ³n

Pago

Book with 25% deposit, pay rest to captain

Cuando el capitĆ”n confirme tu viaje, FishingBooker cargarĆ” a su tarjeta de crĆ©dito un depĆ³sito del 25% para garantizar la reserva.

El saldo restante se pagarƔ directamente al operador del charter en la fecha del viaje o antes en uno de los siguientes mƩtodos de pago:

Efectivo
Visa
Mastercard
American Express
Cheques

Kenai Calendario de Pesca

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Opiniones de los clientes

CalificaciĆ³n general
Excellent
4.6 / 5
de 5 estrellas de 13 reseƱas
Barco
Excellent
4.8 / 5
TripulaciĆ³n
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experiencia
Excellent
4.4 / 5
Fotos de clientes (22)
Great Day
Kristie\u2019s first salmon
Kristie\u2019s first salmon
+19
CalificaciĆ³n del pescador
10
0
3
0
0
OpiniĆ³n de los pescadores
Buena experiencia
90%
CapitƔn amigable
100%
Recomienda este charter
77%
Apto para niƱos
91%
Satisfecho con el barco
100%
AtrapƩ lo que querƭa
89%
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Garry C.
Homer, Alaska
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experiencia:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Barco
Excellent
5.0 / 5
TripulaciĆ³n
Excellent
5.0 / 5
En general

Early Season Salmon Trip on Kasilof

VERIFICADO   Spring Salmon on Junio 2, 2021
Jim is a little rough on the edges, but I appreciated it because it was obvious his focus was on finding fish. It appeared...
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Steve T.
Waxahachie, TX
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experiencia:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Barco
Excellent
5.0 / 5
TripulaciĆ³n
Excellent
5.0 / 5
En general

June fishing trip

VERIFICADO   Spring Salmon on Junio 11, 2021
Jim Rusk is a fantastic fishing guide.Ā  Professional. Has al the gear.Ā  Great boat.Ā  Knows the best spots on the kenai...
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Grady M.
Chandler, AZ
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experiencia:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Barco
Excellent
5.0 / 5
TripulaciĆ³n
Excellent
5.0 / 5
En general

Day trip with Jim

VERIFICADO   Spring Salmon on Junio 26, 2019
We are here at a time when the Salmon isnā€™t the best of the season. Jim offered any kind of Salmon fishing we wanted and...
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Tom W.
Grove City, OH
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experiencia:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Barco
Excellent
5.0 / 5
TripulaciĆ³n
Excellent
5.0 / 5
En general

August fishing trip

VERIFICADO   Late Summer Salmon on Agosto 12, 2021
Very professional put us on the fish got limit cleaned and back.Ā  Jim know this area
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William H.
Hanover, PA
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experiencia:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Barco
Excellent
5.0 / 5
TripulaciĆ³n
Excellent
5.0 / 5
En general

Great Day

VERIFICADO   Late Summer Salmon on Septiembre 15, 2021
Great memories!
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