Fish Alaska Magazine

09/22/2026

Just one more reason to love Yamaha Outboards—stepping up the future for Alaskans in their support and partnership with Kenai Peninsula College/UAA. We've got the curriculum and certification program to become a marine outboard specialist right here in Alaska! Point your kids along the path for a stable career with a job that's in high demand. Here's a shortened version of the announcement video for Meta. For the full video, follow the link in comments. Yamaha Motor Yamaha Marine

09/13/2026

I spy waders on sale! Last day tomorrow for Big Ray’s Tent Sale. Get the details from Big Ray's.

09/13/2026

I spy waders on sale! Last day for Big Ray’s Tent Sale is tomorrow so swing on down. Get the details from Big Ray's.

09/10/2026

It's Big Ray's Fall Tent Sale time which means a chance to save on the necessities! Time to get those growing kids set up with this year's winter gear and take advantage of special pricing offered under the tents in Anchorage Midtown, Kodiak and both Fairbanks locations.

Tent Sale is here!

Stop by to stock up on gear for the whole family! Plus, grab a treat from our food vendors during lunch at the Midtown Anchorage, Airport Way, and Kodiak locations.

DATES:
September 10th - 13th

PARTICIPATING LOCATIONS
📍FAIRBANKS: 3230 Airport Way
📍FAIRBANKS: 507 2nd Ave
📍ANCHORAGE: 3200 Seward Hwy
📍KODIAK: 212 Lower Mill Bay Rd

For more information visit bigrays.com/pages/events

09/10/2026

Important business happening now! In just a few minutes the 2026 Alaska Gubernatorial Fisheries Debate begins in Kodiak. Watch it live in the link below. If you care about Alaska’s fish, drop your comments below. This will surely be interesting!

Join the Kodiak Chamber of Commerce and KMXT 100.1 FM for the 2026 ...

09/05/2026

What happens in roadless areas doesn’t stay in the roadless areas!

The decisions made about these lands can affect the road systems, and ultimately the rivers, lakes, hunting grounds, and public places we all depend on and access.

Listen to this podcast with Trout Unlimited Alaska to learn more about what’s at stake, then make your voice heard. Alaska’s public lands belong to all of us, and your input seriously matters!

09/02/2026

The Roadless Rule has protected fourteen million acres of Alaska's forest for twenty-five years. The USDA just moved to repeal it.

On the Fish Alaska Podcast, Melissa Norris sits down with Trout Unlimited Alaska to talk about what's at stake for salmon, steelhead, and the places we fish. Listen now and learn how to make your voice heard before September 21st. Link in comments.

08/29/2026

The Salmon Slam starts TODAY!

August 28 through September 6 — the biggest silver salmon weighed in during this final 10-day stretch wins $1,000 bonus cash.

No extra ticket needed. If you've got a Silver Derby ticket, you're in.

But here's the thing — the Grand Prize ($10,000 for the season's biggest silver) is ALSO still up for grabs. So every fish you weigh in right now is racing for two prizes at once.

Final countdown. Get on the water.

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08/24/2026

Have you worn the Arolik waders created by Alaskan outfitters Big Ray's yet? If you’re sporting these well-made, more affordable fits to keep you warm and dry on the water, drop your photo on their social media for a chance to win a $500 gift card! 👀🎣

08/24/2026

Another beautiful custom build by Ashbreez Boatworks, LLC. Joel Morse is quite a master at his craft! This father and son duo take meticulous care with their clients and their watercraft.