About Big Blue Charters – Sitka, Alaska

Mike Keating (r.) with a good-sized halibut caught near Sitka

Big Blue Charters is owned by Mike and Karen Keating, year round residents of Sitka.

Mike started commercial fishing off the Washington coast at the tender age of 12, and has not managed to get Alaska fishing out of his blood yet.

He has been a commercial fisherman in Alaska, and now operates one of the Big Blue boats alongside the other experienced captains that are part of the crew. Mike holds a 100 ton US Coast Guard license.

Mike comes from a heritage of fishermen. An ancestor, by the name of Lou Salmon, (no kidding!) was a commercial fisherman selling fish to gentleman’s clubs and others in New York State.

Mike laughs: “I’d like to think old Lou would be proud of me.”

You can see there’s a lot of experience and local knowledge right here. We think you’ll enjoy Alaska fishing with us. Please call today and let’s talk about your trip!

About Our Boats

Excellent Alaska Fishing on Superior Alaska Fishing Boats!

We use BAMF boats…Exclusively! To ensure a perfect cruise, we choose BAMF, the ultimate fishing boat -built by Alaskan Fishermen FOR Alaska Fishermen! BAMF boats are true walkarounds, with a 360 degree view from every seat and easy fishing from anywhere on the boat. Ample cabin room with a heater and an enclosed head, and all the amenities of a luxury cruiser make BAMF Boats our favorite for fishing and touring on Alaska waters. Music is an essential. We have XM Satellite Radio, and we welcome CD’s that you might want to share. We think you will like our boats, too.

If you’re looking for the ultimate Alaska fishing adventure, dream of catching BIG fish, and want to enjoy the best of Sitka on the finest Alaska fishing boats available, choose Big Blue Charters for your next fishing trip! Whether you love Alaska Salmon, Alaska Halibut, Ling Cod or Yellow Eye, Big Blue Charters’ Sitka Alaska fishing trips are for you. Bring the family for a once-in-a-lifetime adventure!