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Ice fishing action heating up on the Peninsula; derby starts in February

A recent cold snap registering temperatures as low as 25 degrees below zero may have shuttered some fair-weather fisherman indoors.

What to do with a dead fish

A hearty halibut chowder makes a great meal for a cold winter day. I’ve been using the recipe below for years, and never tire of making or eating it.

Salmon Louie

While growing up near Washington’s Puget Sound, I ate many a Crab Louie.

A gift guide for the avid angler

Many anglers spend the winter months dreaming and scheming.

Fishing the Samish

I arrived in Washington too late this year for the king salmon season on the Samish River, but it's just as well.

2011 Clam Tides
See our 2011 Clam Tides at a glance or browse our complete 2011 Tide Charts. Read more about the exciting outdoor activity at Explore The Kenai.

Fishing Knot Guide
The Peninsula Clarion and Tight Lines offers an easily printable guide of recommended fishing knots for your day on the river.

How to filet a fish
Safe and easy procedure for filetting whole Alaskan salmon.

Lower Kenai River Map
Interactive Flash map of the Kenai River west of Skilak Lake.

Important Links

Sportfishing Regulations (effective through April 14, 2012)
Fishing Licenses
Alaska Department of Fish & Game
ADF&G Public Notices
Kenai Peninsula Sportfishing Association
Stocked Lakes on the Kenai Peninsula
Peninsula Clarion
ExploreTheKenai.com

Smoked Salmon Tart
Serves: 6
Prep Time: 25 minutes

Salmon Rice Pilaf with Bacon, Peas and Mint
Serves: 4
Prep Time: 45 minutes

Butter-Braided Alaska King Crab with Fresh Succotash
Serves: 2

Alaska King Crab Fettuccine
Directions: Drain and slice crab. Sauté garlic in butter. Blend in crab, cream, cheese and pepper; cook and stir until thoroughly heated. Add to hot fettuccine; toss lightly. Salt to taste. Garnish with parsley. Makes about 6 servings.

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Harding Icefield: A find in Southcentral Alaska
KENAI FJORDS NATIONAL PARK -- The first thing I noticed was the feeling of an ice-cream headache. It meant we were getting close.

Refuge Notebook: Helping fish on the Kenai through the National Fish Habitat Action Plan
Here in North America we are blessed with what many scientists believe is the greatest freshwater biodiversity on the planet. Most of this biodiversity is made up of aquatic invertebrates and fishes. Unfortunately, the news is not all good.

Ignorance is not bliss
The saying "What you don't know won't hurt you" may apply to a few social issues. Let's say a guy cheats once on his spouse and doesn't tell her, to spare her the pain of knowing. She might be happier in ignorance. But what you don't know can hurt you when it's happening to the place where you live, whether we're talking about your back yard or Earth.

'I love living here': Kenai named among best for outdoor lovers
Christine Cunningham already knows the Kenai Peninsula is a great place to live.