Author name: Clyde Campbell

Captain Clyde 'Cable' Campbell is a USCG-licensed guide with over 45 years of experience fishing the waters of Ketchikan, Alaska.

Ketchikan winter fishing for King salmon solo on the 4 C's
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Ketchikan Winter Fishing

Captain Cable on the deck of the 4 C’s during a rainy November morning. He is wearing heavy waterproof gear, holding a thick-bodied, 15-pound chrome King salmon. The background shows the choppy, grey waters of the Tongass Narrows and the mist-covered mountains of Ketchikan.

Ketchikan Alaska harbor seals swimming near the boat at Bar Harbor
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Hungry Seals in Ketchikan Alaska

A close-up shot of a spotted gray harbor seal’s head poking out of the glassy water at Bar Harbor. Its whiskers are wet, and its large dark eyes are looking directly toward the boat. The reflection of the fishing vessel 4 C’s is visible in the water around it.

Sarah Campbell showing off a halibut caught on a ketchikan salmon fishing trip.
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Ketchikan Salmon Trip

Sarah Campbell on the deck of the 4 C’s, smiling broadly while holding a thick, healthy 50–60 pound halibut. The light salmon rod she used is visible nearby. The background features the calm, green-blue waters of the Inside Passage near Ketchikan under a bright sky.

Winter King Salmon fishing in Ketchikan Alaska with Captain Cable
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2025 Winter King Salmon with Cable

Captain Cable on the F/V 4 C’s holding a sleek, silver 15-pound King Salmon. The water behind the boat is unusually calm for March, reflecting a soft overcast sky. The fish is gleaming, showing off the typical “chrome” look of a healthy winter king.

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