Alaska Adventure Fishing Services Team

Alaska Adventure Fishing Services Team Posted by Whaler's Cove Lodge on 01/05/2026 Job Basics Industry Sector: Fishing, Hunting/Shooting, Lifestyle, Outdoor Job Categories: Dude - Guest Ranch Staff, Guide (raft,fish,bike hunt,horse etc.), Hospitality & Lodge Staff, Operations, Outfitter- Adventure Travel Staff Company Type: Recreation, Service State: AK City: Angoon Country: United States Required Experience: 5 - 7 years Job Type: Seasonal Full Time Salary: $13,000 - $27,000/season DOE plus Tips Required to Relocate: Yes Required to Travel: No Employee May Telecommute: No Job Seeker Must Live Within: 50+ miles Job Description & Requirements Wanted: Captains of Fishing Experiences! Alaska's reknowned Whaler's Cove Lodge is currently seeking to fill the following positions for the 2026 Summer Season (see below for position descriptions... or visit WhalersCoverLodge.com for expanded Job Descriptions): USCG Captain Adventure Guide Dock / Fish Processors 1) Sport Fishing Charter Captain & Guide Whaler’s Cove Lodge is entering into its 44th Season of hosting Sport Fishing and Wilderness Adventures. We are looking for talented and qualified Alaska Guides. Fishing and adventure guiding will include: Freshwater vessels and occasional fly out operations (up to 6 guests) including saltwater boat transfers to intertidal salt/fresh water fishing opportunities. Use of kayaks, canoes and inflatable whitewater rafts, outboard powered (prop and jet) boats and skiffs. Safe use of firearms and a professional knowledge of both spin cast and fly-fishing techniques is required . Saltwater vessel operations (up to 6 guests) including fishing for salmon, halibut, gray cod, ling cod, black cod (sablefish) and 30 species of rock fish. Demonstrable knowledge of small boat operation (Diesel Inboard and single & twin Gas Outboard up to 35’ in length), including close quarter handling, anchoring (shore and deep water) and maintenance/cleaning is required . Wildlife viewing and photography excursions (up to 6 guests) which may include Alaskan brown bears, eagles, humpback and killer whales, and other local wildlife are often requested by guests. A working knowledge of coastal mammals, birds and fish is required. Daily checks and minor maintenance of all equipment related to guiding. This includes, but is not limited to, all fishing gear (rods/reels/down-riggers), fishing tackle, safety equipment, firearms, and vessels. Ensuring all state and federal fishing and guiding regulations are strictly adhered to. Whaler’s Cove Lodge has a zero tolerance for fishing regulation infractions by staff or guests. This includes fish species identification, measurement, and species retention and release techniques. All guides are responsible for ensuring quality control (bleeding and icing) of retained fish onboard vessel or during the guided trip. All guides must be willing to acquire local knowledge of cultures, waters, tides (up to 25’ vertical swing in 6 hours), fishing areas, wildlife viewing areas, and geographical landmarks. We do not expect applicants to know our area, but it is expected that the guide will be able to learn and retain this knowledge. All guides must be able demonstrate safe operation of equipment and sufficient skills before hosting clients solo. 2) Fishing & Adventure Guide Whaler’s Cove Lodge is entering into its 44th Season of hosting Sport Fishing and Wilderness Adventures. We are looking for talented and qualified Alaska Guides. Fishing and adventure guiding will include: Meeting and greeting guests on their arrival morning and getting them outfitted for their adventures. Saltwater vessel operations (up to 6 guests) including fishing for salmon, halibut,  gray cod, ling cod, black cod (sablefish) and 30 species of rock fish. Demonstrable knowledge of small vessel operation (Diesel Inboard and single & twin Gas Outboard up to 35’ in length), including close quarter handling, anchoring (shore and deep water) and maintenance/cleaning (even the head) is required. Freshwater vessels and occasional fly out operations (up to 6 guests) including saltwater boat transfers to intertidal salt/freshwater fishing opportunities. Use of kayaks, canoes and inflatable whitewater rafts, outboard powered (prop and jet) boats and skiffs. Safe use of firearms and a professional knowledge of both spin cast and fly-fishing techniques is required . Wildlife viewing and photography excursions (up to 6 guests) which may include Alaskan brown bears, eagles, humpback and killer whales, and other local wildlife are often requested by guests. A naturalist working knowledge of c