What Alaskans Wear When Fishing From Boats
Alaska fishing charters can mean cold rain, wet decks, ocean spray, wind, and fish slime. This is the gear Alaskans actually wear on the water.
Rain Jackets for Fishing Charters
Alaskans wear PVC rain jackets because they are warm, waterproof, windproof, and recover from fish slime, fish smell, and ocean spray far better than cloth rain gear. Renting gear will prevent the fish scent from lingering in fabrics and attracting bears.
Rain Pants for Fishing Charters
For a fishing charter, you want PVC rain pants that you can easily slip on for the boat and peel off afterward before heading to dinner. PVC keeps the fish smell, bait slime, and ocean spray on the gear instead of soaking into your everyday clothing.
Waterproof Fishing Boots
Alaska fishing charters often mean wet decks, rain, mud, and ocean spray. We use the Muck Mudder Boot because it is lightweight, waterproof, slip-resistant, and easy to clean after a day on the water.
Neoprene Fishing Gloves
Neoprene gloves are an Alaska staple for cold and wet fishing conditions. Unlike fleece gloves, neoprene stays insulating even when wet, making it ideal for Alaska fishing charters.
