Homer Weekday Lingcod Sweet Action Inshore

Homer Alaska Weekday Fishing Trip

Looking for a solid fishing day when the usual halibut crowds are elsewhere? Sweet Action Charter's weekday special is exactly what you need. This Tuesday and Wednesday option focuses on the species that make Homer's waters legendary year-round - rockfish, salmon, and lingcod. With just you and up to 5 other anglers aboard, you'll have plenty of room to fish without the weekend rush. Captain and crew know these waters like their own backyard, and they'll put you on fish using proven techniques that work consistently in Kachemak Bay.

What to Expect on the Water

This 6-hour trip runs when the regular halibut charters take their midweek break, giving you access to some of the best multispecies fishing Homer has to offer. You're looking at a relaxed pace with serious fishing - no rushing between spots or dealing with packed boats. The crew sets you up with quality rods, reels, and all the tackle you need, then walks you through the techniques that work best for each species. From May 15-31, you're paying $600 plus Homer's 7.85% local tax, which is a solid value for a private-group experience. Keep in mind that lingcod season opens July 1st, so early season trips focus on rockfish and salmon before adding that lingcod component later in summer.

Trolling and Bottom Tactics

You'll use two main approaches depending on what's biting and where the fish are holding. Trolling gets you into salmon as they move through the bay, using downriggers and flasher-dodger setups that trigger strikes from kings and other salmon species. The crew handles all the technical stuff while you focus on feeling for that telltale thump of a fish hitting your gear. When it's time for bottom fishing, you're dropping jigs and bait rigs down to rockfish structure and lingcod habitat. The rocky bottom around Homer holds plenty of yelloweye rockfish and other species that fight hard once hooked. Switching between techniques keeps the day interesting and maximizes your chances with whatever's most active.

Top Catches This Season

Lingcod are the headliners once July rolls around - these aggressive predators can reach 30-50 pounds and fight like they mean it. They lurk around rocky structure and kelp beds, ambushing anything that looks like an easy meal. What makes them special is their willingness to hit big jigs and their bulldogging fight that tests your arms. Homer's lingcod population is healthy, and the July 1st opener coincides with prime fishing conditions. Yelloweye rockfish are available throughout the season and represent some of the best table fare in Alaska waters. These bright red-orange fish live around rocky bottom and can reach impressive sizes - 5 to 15 pounds is common, with larger specimens always possible. They're relatively easy to hook but their delicate mouths mean you need to play them carefully. Chinook salmon are the kings of the Pacific, and Homer's waters see good runs during spring and early summer. These silver bullets can range from teenagers in the 10-15 pound range up to mature adults pushing 40 pounds or more. They're incredibly strong swimmers with stamina that can surprise even experienced anglers. Pacific halibut aren't the main target on this trip, but they're always a possibility when you're fishing Homer's productive waters. These flatfish can range from smaller "chicken" halibut perfect for dinner up to barn doors that create stories you'll tell for years.

Time to Book Your Spot

This weekday-only option fills up with repeat customers who know the value of avoiding crowds while still getting world-class fishing. The intimate group size means personalized attention from the crew and plenty of space to fish comfortably. Since deposits are non-refundable, you want to be sure about your dates, but that policy also means serious anglers who show up ready to fish. Whether you're visiting Homer for the first time or you're a local looking for a midweek break, this multispecies approach gives you the best shot at a mixed bag of Alaska's top gamefish. The combination of trolling and bottom fishing keeps things interesting all day, and the crew's local knowledge puts you on productive water consistently.