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The Ultimate Guide to Fishing in Alaska

Welcome to the B&J Sporting Goods Blog — where Alaska comes to fish and stay informed.

Whether you’re a seasoned angler or just getting started, this is your home base for practical, field-tested fishing knowledge. Here you’ll find how-to guides, species breakdowns, gear recommendations, and real-world tips for fishing Alaska’s rivers, lakes, and saltwater.

But this blog is also where we publish our press releases, public statements, and op-ed articles about Alaska’s fisheries. As the state’s largest dedicated tackle shop — and a daily gathering point for anglers — we believe it’s important to keep our customers informed on issues that impact our fish, our fisheries, and the future of fishing in Alaska.

From gear tutorials to season updates…
From shop news to policy developments…
From “how to catch more fish” to “what’s happening with the fish themselves” —
you’ll find it all here.

Our goal is simple:
Help Alaskans catch more fish, understand the waters we depend on, and stay connected to what matters.

Explore the blog to learn where to go, what to bring, and what’s changing in Alaska’s fisheries. Whether you're chasing sockeye on the Russian, jigging for halibut out of Whittier, or following conversations about bycatch and trawl impacts, we’re here to help you stay equipped and informed.

Let’s get you ready for whatever’s biting — GoFISH, Alaska!