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MULTI-DAY CHARTERS

Fishing for Days

The peeking sun splashes a ray of warmth onto your face , and you take a deep breath , filling your lungs with cool ocean air . Maybe it ’ s the tiny salt particles , or the fading of life ’ s daily distractions , but the air out here seems purer . Your captain slightly angles the boat to take the edge off a small approaching wave , but you hardly feel the turn .
His countless years of boating in Alaska allow him to navigate these waters with ease . Soon , you ’ ll set up shop in one of his favorite local fishing holes and hopefully hook your share of the ocean ’ s bounty . Though if today doesn ’ t fill your quota , you ’ ll have the next few days to try again . That ’ s the beauty of booking a multiday fishing charter in Sitka – you have the luxury of taking your time and enjoying the adventure .
Peril Sky with RJ Miller , a family-owned charter fishing service , offers several multi-day guided fishing trips that make reeling in the big ones a breeze . RJ is an Alaska Native , Sitka local , and previous cast member of National Geographic ’ s Life Below Zero : Next Generation . He takes pride in sharing his deep knowledge of the area and the wildlife that live here . “ Being born and raised here has molded me into having a wealth of local knowledge ,” says RJ . “ I have fished here my entire life , and my father taught me everything he knows here as well . Through generational knowledge , I am able to provide an experience beyond expectation . Growing up here has given me a profound amount of respect for the land and community I call home .” Peril Sky , named after Peril Strait , a stunning open channel RJ and his father , Robert Miller , coined “ God ’ s country ,” offers a variety of inclusive packages .
These bundles feature stays at their bed and breakfast with chef-prepared meals , car rentals , and much more . Depending on the season – and personal taste – guests
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