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According to the critical reviewers, common complaints include poor communication from the captain and deckhand, unclean conditions and diesel fumes in the cabin, disorganized or worn-out gear, and concerns that the experience felt dishonest or like customers were being taken advantage of.
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Great charter. My family has always sent our guests to Silver Fox Charters for years and they airways come back with fish. Finally tried it myself this year and had a great time. Very professional and friendly captain and deck hand, my hook was always instantly baited.
I did a full day halibut charter. It was one of the most fun things I've done in a long time.
Took half day 5 people four fish,I save up all year,Always find a charter who owns theboat,They are more honourable
Great time pulled some huge Halibut out of the water.
We went on the full day rockfish and salmon charter on the outrageous and we caught fish but the experience could have been much better. The captain didn t communicate and the deckhand was terrible. She didn t communicate either. It was obvious that they were there to pick up a paycheck and not because they enjoyed their jobs. If this was the only charter company I wouldn t charter in homer again. Next time I ll be trying another company. I hate giving bad reviews but I feel obligated so we can all make informed decisions.
Went on a half day halibut charter with my wife and daughter. Capt. Rick and Jake were a great crew, they worked hard to put us on fish and took care of all of our needs. We caught 6 halibut including one over 80 pounds. Beautiful weather, calm seas, and a great crew. I would recommend Silver Fox Charters to anyone headed to Homer. This was my first trip to Alaska and I would like to return one day. When I do, Silver Fox will be on my itinerary.
Debbie and shy were absolutely amazing deck hands! Very personable! We had a great time fishing!
Went out early for a halibut/salmon combo in great weather with a couple of other fishermen. The boat was not clean and the cabin smelled strongly of diesel fumes. Gear was disorganized and a mess of old and new--some terrific, some having seen better days. We got into fish pretty early and brought in a bunch small halibut before the tide got too strong. Trolling for early salmon, we had heavy strikes twice and broke off both times without much resistance-- as an experienced fisherman, I question the integrity of the monofilament and given the state of the gear whether it had been changed out for the new season.
Stopped in at a honey hole to try for our last large halibut and filled our tags. The first one was about 20 # and the captain kept it out of water until we caught something bigger. He swore it was still alive but that seems pretty dubious both factually and ethically to me. As a catch and release flyfisherman, I can't believe that anything can survive that long out of water.
A young and inexperienced crew but really great company. the captain was grumpy and surly the whole trip--about what is not clear as the weather was terrific and the fishing decent and fairly steady. Don't get me wrong, we got into fish and filled our tags and the captain clearly knew what he was doing but there were a lot of details that should have been handled better and that are completely within the power of the charter. Would probably go with another captain next time.
Find another charter. I would really like to give all the details of why but first that would be too long and second I m not going to waste even more of my time because of this company. There are other charters that I ve been on in Homer that were exceedingly better than this one. Bobs trophy charters was one of the better ones. I m not trying to be petty. I just don t want other people to get taken advantage of like my party was; find another charter.
Great full-day experience with Kyle and Sam. Both know these waters quite well.
My friend Ashley and I booked a charter at Silver Fox because neither of us had ever gone halibut fishing. The guys at silver fox went above and beyond to make sure that all of our questions were answered and that we had a fun day on the water. At first it was a little timid intimidating being a couple of girls on a fishing boat but I left feeling like I was a pro with some awesome memories and a bunch of fish to take home. Our deckhand Boomer was our favorite part of the trip, he was very attentive and patient with us. When we come back to Homer we will definitely book again with Silver Fox. Thank you for the fun time!
Definitely enjoyed my day on Silver Fox charters. They put us on fish pretty quickly and were helpful. Kyle and Pat were the crew we had on board and the were very helpful and made the trip a ton of fun.
My group of 4 fished with Silver Fox for 3 days and every day was awesome. Our first day was with Rick, he did a fantastic job on making sure everyone caught fish - I think most of not everyone got their limit on halibut. Days 2 and 3 were with Kyle and Sam, they were awesome! We caught a ton of fish every day, even if the fish weren t cooperating, Kyle had a backup plan. Completely satisfied customer.
All five limited out. Crew was amazing.
Thank You
Went on 2 charters with Silver Fox while in Alaska and limited out both trips. Guides know what they are doing and provided a great Alaskan fishing experience. Would use again next time we are in Homer.
Had a great time fishing with Captain Jim and Deckhand Hannah. They took great care of us on the spacious "Outrageous."
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Silver Fox Charters and Maverick Charters have merged! Learn about the merger and what this means for both businesses.
Silver Fox Charters and Maverick Charters have recently merged, creating a powerhouse in the charter fishing industry. This merger has brought together two of the most respected names in the business, and customers can expect an even better experience when booking a trip with Silver Fox Charters.
With over 30 years of combined experience, Silver Fox Charters and Maverick Charters have built a reputation for providing top-notch service to their clients. The merger will allow them to combine their resources and expertise to offer an even wider range of services.
One of the biggest benefits of this merger is that customers will now have access to more boats and captains than ever before. This means that they can choose from a variety of vessels depending on their needs, whether they are looking for a small boat for an intimate fishing trip or a larger vessel for corporate events or family gatherings.
Another advantage is that both companies bring unique strengths to the table. Silver Fox Charters has been known for its exceptional customer service, while Maverick Charters has been recognized for its expertise in finding fish. By combining these strengths, customers can expect an unparalleled level of service when booking with Silver Fox Charters.
In addition to offering traditional charter fishing trips, Silver Fox Charters also offers specialty trips such as shark fishing and night fishing excursions. These trips are perfect for those looking for something different or who want to try their hand at catching some bigger fish.
The company's commitment to sustainability is also worth noting. They follow strict guidelines when it comes to catch-and-release practices and work closely with local conservation organizations to ensure that they are doing everything possible to protect marine life.
When it comes down it, there's no doubt that this merger between Silver Fox Charters and Maverick charters is great news for anyone looking for an unforgettable charter fishing experience. With more boats, more captains, and more expertise than ever before, there's never been a better time to book your next trip with Silver Fox charters!