What would you recommend to anglers fishing in Homer, Alaska for the first time?

I recommend Corey with Alaskan Adventure Guides. He did his best to insure we got our limits of fish. He and his mate were great and the boat was very nice. Even with the 6 hour halibut trip, you may get a lot of movement. Be prepared, if you get seasick easy. Dramamine worked good for my wife. Expect the Spit area to be crowded, but there are a good number of places to eat. Expect to pay Homer taxes on your trip. Expect processing and shipping of fish to be about $7.50 a pound.

I was successful on my first time. Halibut are easier to catch than salmon. I met a few fishermen in Seward that were unsuccessful so I am glad I drove to Homer. For the nonfisher people in your party consider booking in advance a flight from Homer to Katnai to see the bears catch salmon. My wife was disappointed that all flights to Katnai were full.

Good charters fill up early, but weather is unpredictable. Gear up for it. I'm a Scout so like to be prepared. Rain gear, waterproof boots, layers, sunscreen, gloves, Dramamine, barf bag. Plan for 10-15 degrees cooler on the water than the shore.

Wear warm clothing, bring lunch or snacks. Listen to the Captain for safety instructions.

Maybe. Check the tides. Call in advance and ask your guide what days have the best fishing tides and plan your trip around that

August was the Wrong month to go, however captain Dan kept us out extra time so we caught our limit, he was very knowledgeable and super friendly.

I would recommend them get hooked up with Captain Cory so they can have the fishing experience they will love.

Book with this company. Well stocked boat,clean restroom, comfortable seats and not one bit smelly.

If you are fishing in homer for the first time be prepared to fish in the rain. Even if you tell your kids pack for colder weather and rain, make sure they packed rain gear

Depends on type of fishing desired. Fishing from shore is fun but to catch quality fish you must find a good charter boat.