Imagine observing a developing scenario of huge schools of Pacific herring by the thousands of tons gathering along a spectacular Alaska shoreline waiting for their eggs to ripen and climatic conditions to become just right for them to spawn their eggs.

Pacific herring are the center of attention as this drama unfolds attracting a host of amazing wildlife that creates an incredible show of nature as predator pursues prey along a beautiful isolated Alaska shoreline. The high caloric, oilrich herring are a critical part of the diet for humpback whales, orca, harbor seals, bald eagles plus a myriad of gulls and sea birds that require highly nutritious fish to replenish body reserves severely exhausted through winter survival.

 While the eagles soar and circle overhead, Stellar sea lions and humpback whales cruise near the shoreline before rushing and lunging through the huge schools of herring gathering there…

You can witness all of the action just off the bow and capture images close up of this magnificent annual spring time festival of nature!

Our trip will start in Petersburg May 2nd and end in Petersburg on May 9th. Where we stop and go in between is up to the captain and it's crew. We will head up the Inside passage and seek out the beauty and awe of this incredible natural event. We suggest you arrive at least a day early and stay in a local hotel so that you are not pressed for time before boarding.

Vessel Walkthrough for the Alaskan Legend Starting forward are Crew’s Quarters with V-berths, vanity with sink, hanging lockers and 20-inch DVD/TV. This area contains a provisions pantry and upright freezer.  Forward of the Crew Quarters, separated by a watertight bulkhead and accessible through a watertight deck hatch on the foredeck is the auxiliary anchor locker.   On the main deck, forward of the pilothouse is a large Portuguese bridge with storage and a large forward-facing settee.  The sun deck above main deck is complete with a hydraulic davit and there is (1) Duroboat 16’ Fishing tender w/ (2) Scotty downriggers, (4) Kayaks, a 16-person Coastal Life Raft, 3 x Fish-totes watertight storage; 1 x 13 cf chest freezer and fenders storage.   Accommodations Accommodations for eight owner and guests plus three crew. Rich mahogany throughout. New top of the line carpet, upholstery, fabrics and furnishings throughout. Interior décor by Marci Collins, interior designer.  All mattresses on berths are premium grade memory foam (many of the Alaskan Legend’s guests commented that their berth on the boat was more comfortable than their mattress at home!).  Laundry Room Full size stacked Washer and dryer with folding table – new 2005

The ALASKA LEGEND is operated by Captain Dennis Rogers who is a USCG licensed master to operate vessels to 100 tons. Experience includes more than 25 years (1973 – 1999) of commercial fishing on vessels up to 180 ft in most waters of coastal Alaska and 5 years (2000 – 2006) operating the Alaska Adventurer during charter operations. Capt. Dennis has owned and safely skippered vessels as master for more than 20 years.

Hearty meals and appetizers are prepared by a professional chef specializing in Alaska cuisine. Depending on the catch, you will be treated to the best of Alaska's delicacies including salmon, halibut, crab, and shrimp. Wines are specially selected to accompany meals. Special diets can be accommodated upon request.