“It was one of those days where you don’t throw the little ones back,” said Charise Hyslip, owner of Big Bear Halibut Charters, whose boat caught its limit for halibut Saturday. “It was hard fishing.”
Beverly Hoy of San Diego moved into fifth-place of the Homer Jackpot Halibut Derby on Saturday, reeling in a 228.2-pound fish.
Anthony Higgins of Fairbanks caught the biggest derby fish this weekend, with a 238.4-pounder on Friday.
Sunday was another story, however, with bad weather forcing many charters to bail out or skip the day entirely.
This weekend should be better. The Department of Fish and Game reported that halibut fishing will remain productive in the lower and central Cook Inlet.
Anglers report the best fishing could be found in waters 125 to 200 feet deep around Flat Island, Point Pogibshi and about 25 to 30 miles west of the Homer Spit.
Salmon
Anglers can still find silvers off the Homer Spit and around Anchor Point. Around Bluff Point and Point Pogibshi, anglers have had success using herring for bait or spinners.
Nick Dudiak Fishing Lagoon
Silvers are appearing at the fishing hole, with good fishing available. Fish and Game recommends salmon eggs for bait, though herring and spinners also work. Snagging remains closed until later in September.
Fresh Waters
Anglers may want to try the Anchor River, Deep Creek and Ninilchik River. Last week’s rains have forced silver and pink salmon to move up the rivers. Flash flies, spinners or egg patterns may work the best. Eggs and treble hooks are allowed until Sept. 1.
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