Ophiodon elongates Aggressive: the best way to describe the fish and fishing techniques when in search of landing one of these magnificent creatures. The name Lingcod is a misnomer, this fish is not a true cod, rather, it is the largest member of the greenling family which are found in ocean waters throughout the west coast of North America. Moderately long lived, this species may reach a maximum age of 25 years, and commonly grow to over fifty pounds in weight and over four feet in length. Lingcod are often caught while targeting other bottom fish (such as Pacific Halibut) near our home port of Seward, Alaska. The most successful method of Lingcod fishing is to drift with artificial jigs in and amongst rock-piles and relatively shallow reef structures. Attention to the location of the jig in relation to the structure is critical, as is not snagging the bottom. Predatory by nature, they are often quick to strike at anything which may pose a threat. Therefore, repeated ’drifting and jigging’ will often result in multiple hook-ups, and exciting, rod-bending battles. The Captains and Crew of Crackerjack Sportfishing have perfected the methods necessary to assure you, the angler, with the best possible chance at landing a Trophy Lingcod. Over the years this has resulted in guiding lucky fisherman (and women) to many IGFA recognized line class and fly fishing world records for lingcod.
Crackerjack Sportfishing Charters Crackerjack Charters is a small, quality oriented, saltwater guide service. Our boats are all late model, custom built, fiberglass game boats equipped with the finest equipment available anywhere. Our guides are owner/ operators, full time Alaska residents, are IGFA certified and have a minimum of ten years Alaskan fishing experience. Our experience and state of the art equipment help to stack the deck in your favor for fishing success.
Captain Andy Mezirow Fishing Alaskan waters since 1983, Captain Andy has guided anglers to over a 30 IGFA light tackle world records. During the off season, serves as Regional Representative for the IGFA and on the board of directors of the National Association of Charter boat Operators and the Alaska Charter Association. Andy has served on a variety of advisory boards for the Alaska Department of Fish and Game and the North Pacific Fishery Management Council.
The Crackerjack Fleet We have spared no expense to bring you the best possible fishing experience. Unique features like a giant live bait tank, Satellite communications system with internet capability, onboard entertainment systems (Plasma TV, DVD, CD), full fish-around deck, sleeping accomidations for 8 fishermen, a giant insulated fish hold, and state of the art tackle will make your fishing trip one to remember.
The Fishing
The Pacific Halibut, Hippoglossus stenolepis:<br>This fish can live up to 55 years and can grow to mammoth size. Anglers don’t even start to brag about them until they reach 100 lbs. They reach trophy size at 200 lbs. and start to win jackpot tournaments at 300 lbs. And the IGFA world record came in just short of a quarter of a ton at 496 lbs. There have been documented catches on commercial boats in Alaska of halibut over 600 Pounds!!
Silver Salmon, Coho Salmon, Oncorhynchus kisutch:<br>These fish are great fighters and leapers and are tremendous eating. The words silver salmon and Seward are almost synonymous, and the Silver Salmon Derby, the largest fishing derby in Alaska, takes place here. Numerous cash prizes are offered for tagged and heaviest fish caught, and as such visitors are always advised to purchase their tickets before heading out for the day of fishing.
The king or chinook salmon, Oncorhynchus tshawytscha, is among the most coveted game fish we catch on fishing charters in Seward. The king salmon is also one of the most important sport fish on the Pacific coast. It is the largest Pacific salmon, commonly exceeding 30 pounds. In Seward, Alaska only a few charter boats target local feeder king salmon. These fish can prove elusive and catching one will provide a battle you won’t soon forget on our light tackle.
Lingcod: Ophiodon elongates Aggressive: Lingcod are often caught while targeting other bottom fish (such as Pacific Halibut) near our home port of Seward, Alaska. The most successful method of Lingcod fishing is to drift with artificial jigs in and amongst rock-piles and relatively shallow reef structures. Attention to the location of the jig in relation to the structure is critical, as is not snagging the bottom.
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