Fish deeper Gulf of Alaska waters for lingcod and rockfish aboard the FV Game Changer
8-10 hours
Guided fishing, Fishing gear
Target lingcod and rockfish on an all-day charter designed for days when halibut fishing is not permitted. Head into deeper Gulf of Alaska waters and spend the day fishing with a fully guided, outfitted crew.
Lingcod season starts July 1, and this trip runs in July and August only. Bring a fishing license and cash for crew gratuity, which is not included. A fuel surcharge may be added if fuel prices inflate; clarify the amount with Greetwell before booking.
Full refund if cancelled before departure due to weather. If you leave the dock but can’t fish due to weather: $50/person fee. Changes: $10 per angler. Cancel 60–90 days: full refund; 30–60 days: refund minus 15%; 0–29 days: no refund. Fuel surcharge may apply.
Bring a fishing license (printed or electronically signed on your phone), food and drinks, and warm layered clothing. Rain gear is recommended.
No. Your fishing charter is fully guided and outfitted, and you do not need to bring fishing gear.
Yes. Gratuities are not included. Bring cash for tipping the crew; a standard tip is usually 20–25% of the cost of the trip or $50–100 per angler per day.
You will meet directly at the boat located at slip D11 at the Homer boat harbor.
Dan and Sarah have built something special here on the Kenai River. Guests rave about the immaculate cabins with full kitchens and all the gear you could need, from waders to fishing rods to processing facilities on-site. The property itself gets high marks for its prime location right on the river, where moose and eagles are regular visitors and you can fish from the docks. Sarah especially earns consistent praise for being an exceptional host who goes above and beyond, teaching guests to clean and fillet their catch, arranging fishing charters, and making everyone feel like family. The fishing operation runs both ocean charters out of Homer and Seward plus river trips for salmon, and guests consistently report hitting their limits with knowledgeable captains and crew. What stands out is how many reviewers become repeat visitors, booking their next trip before they even leave. People genuinely appreciate the attention to detail, from the stocked community fridge to the smoker and grills available for use. This is clearly a well-run operation where hosts have thought through every aspect of an Alaska fishing experience.
Big Dan's was awesome. Stayed at the lodge and spent a day out halibut fishing. Can't recall name of the boat but it is 🤯. Recommended for anyone interested in fishing the Kenai or staying in soldatna. Dan and his wife, who's name escapes me, are terrific. Cabins are very well equipped and clean. You can't go wrong.
Clinton Leiva
September 23, 2025
Big Dan's was awesome. Stayed at the lodge and spent a day out halibut fishing. Can't recall name of the boat but it is 🤯. Recommended for anyone interested in fishing the Kenai or staying in soldatna. Dan and his wife, who's name escapes me, are terrific. Cabins are very well equipped and clean. You can't go wrong.
Clinton Leiva
September 23, 2025