This tour is one that should not be missed by anyone that is a fan of "The Deadliest Catch". The crew is fantastic and allow "hands on" during the entire tour.
They had already set the crab pots out and we were able to watch as they brought them in. There were huge king crab and octopus in the pot and everyone that wanted to was allowed to hold the crab and take pictures. The octopus was put in to a clear holding tank and we were able to watch him there. They showed us how they bait the hooks for fishing and we actually pulled in a line that had rockfish on it. The crew explained every step of the process and even allowed one person to help bait the hooks.
Because of an agreement they have made with an Alaskan tribe, they are allowed to go in to waters where some of the laws that apply to others are waived. Therefore, we were able to watch them feed the eagles, which is normally against the law. The eagles perched in the trees on a point and the crew threw pieces of fish in to the water. As the eagles began to notice what was happening, they would swoop down and snare the fish. It was very exciting to watch.
One thing that seems to be a concern to tourists is that the seas may be rough, since they have seen what the Bering Sea is like. This tour is in the bay and the water was calm. Even though it was a chilly day, the heaters on board were more than enough to keep us warm.
This tour is a fabulous value and definitely should not be missed.
