We have been coming to Ketchikan 9 years and used Explore Alaska Charters for the last 5 years. The group enjoys DIY adventure and Rick Collins runs a first class operation. We have charter with Rick twice with the goal of learning how to fish in the Ketchikan area and he was very helpful. Our group has had wonderful success... More

I've had the pleasure of fishing with some true professional guides throughout the years but Captain Rick is one of the most attentive, knowledgeable and expert I've had the pleasure to fish with. He knows the local waters, the tides and the bite. He puts you on the fish. And he works hard to make the entire experience outstanding. In... More

We have been coming to Ketchikan for several years. We asked around town and were given the names of some local charters. We chose Explore Alaska Charters and were so glad that we did. Captain Rick Collins had extensive knowledge of the areas. It was nice to fish with a true "local." He was personable, professional and one heck of... More

I too attended the "Paint Alaska Pink" tournament held at Clover Pass Resort in Ketchikan AK last august. Our first day there, five ladies went out on a Charter with Capt. Rick Colins. We were all novice salmon and halibut "Fishin' Chix" ..but Rick took us out and taught us well. At the end of the afternoon we had 46... More

if you are looking for a GO TO Guide for fishing in Alaska it's Captain Rick Collins! Team Fishin' Chix hired Capt. Rick as their training guide for the 1st Annual Think Alaskan Pink Ladies Classic in 2011 and we kicked butt on tournament day! The Think Alaskan Pink is a self-guided ladies charity fishing tournament and women from all... More