Alaska Outdoors Magazine

Embark on an Alaskan adventure: soar over Denali's cloud-capped peaks and encounter the mighty 740-pound Halibut, the Barn Door of the sea. Experience the thrill of flightseeing and the majesty of nature's giants.

Join us for Alaska's ultimate family adventure!Witness kids marvel at gold mines, glaciers, and wheeled tours, then dive into Seward's Derby Daze with a $100K salmon prize. Experience the excitement of community, mystery rewards,and unforgettable memories.

Fly with Tommy Tucker's "flying boat" to Jake's Camp by the Togiak River for unmatched Dolly Varden fishing, then join the Swensens on Tikchick River, a haven for five Pacific salmon species.

Explore the thrill of Alaska's fishing: battle the mighty 90-pound king salmon, a freshwater monarch, and hook the captivating Dolly Varden, often confused with Arctic char. Experience the exhilaration of targeted casting in a passionate angling community

Embark on an Alaska journey with seasoned anglers, blending fishing and life lessons in salmon-rich waters. Savor the catch of the day-halibut, shark, crab, or salmon-in a unique gourmet experience that brings the ocean's bounty to your plate.

Witness Columbia Glacier's awe-inspiring 900-ft ice walls and thunderous calving from a floatplane, then battle North America's premier fighter, the coho salmon, in Alaska's scenic autumn waters.

Cruise Prince William Sound, savor seafood, admire glaciers, spot marine life, and experience the thrill of lunker rockfish. Encounter inquisitive sea lions on this diverse sailing adventure.

Capture Alaska's wildlife through a lens at a bald eagle's nest and fish for the underrated chum salmon, known as "dogs," using a "Las Vegas Show Girl" fly for rapid catches.This blend of photography and thrilling angling offers an unforgettable adventure.

A Utah doctor's Alaskan journey starts with a floatplane ride to Prince of Wales Island, welcomed by Will Jones and Edgar Allen Crow at the luxury lodge.Anchorage's Lake Hood,the world's largest floatplane base, epitomizes Alaska's blend of urban and wild.

Learn horse packing for leisurely wilderness adventures where your four-footed friend walks. Explore Southeast Alaska's recreational wonders, from glacier tours to salmon fishing, aboard a luxurious motor yacht in this northern paradise.

Raft the thrilling Matanuska River from the 27-mile-long Matanuska Glacier near Anchorage and fly-fish in secluded Alaska lakes teeming with sockeye salmon. This unique flightseeing and fishing combo promises an unforgettable wilderness adventure.

In Alaska's wild, a father-son fishing contest ends with an icy plunge for the loser. Meanwhile, locals and visitors catch-and-release revered rainbow trout, blending respect for nature with modern fitness trends, captured by the Alaska Outdoors camera.

As our floatplane lands through clouds onto an island in a crater lake, we embark on an Alaska adventure, exploring extinct volcanic terrain. Nearby, Iliamna awaits, an angler's paradise with the world's largest salmon run and abundant trout and pike.

In Crescent Lake's Tuwallaquah, comfort meets wilderness with top-notch fishing and a hand-carved lodge. Adventure soars as women pilot over McKinley, and humor shines as a wife out-fishes her husband, highlighting the joys and trials of Alaska's wild.

Kids learn outdoor skills, building confidence and bonds. A father and son bond over fishing in autumn's glow, feasting fireside. Elsewhere, anglers at Iliamna Lake trade fishing for a joyful rock-skipping competition, rediscovering simple pleasures.

Discover Alaska's indigenous cultures in Kijik Land, where modern angling meets traditional methods. This segment explores Alaska Natives' outdoor activities, blending heritage and modernity for a rich lifestyle.

Steve Mahay defies all odds by navigating a riverboat through Alaska's treacherous Devil's Canyon. Facing Class V and VI rapids, whirlpools, and waterfalls, this incredible journey is a testament to human endurance and skill. Don't miss this epic tale.