OUR CREW & FLEET

ABOUT US

The Crew At Salmon Falls

Our employees create the environment that allows our guests to enjoy an exceptional stay from their room to the restaurant and experience superior fishing excursions (fully & self-guided). From the moment you arrive in Ketchikan, our staff will be there to make sure your trip runs smoothly from start to finish.

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Salmon Falls Team Photo

Our Captains

Get to know some of our expert Captains.

WILL FRAZER

CAPTAIN

Captain Will Frazer is a 4th generation Nevadan, born and raised in Reno. Will has been fishing since he was 4 years old and caught his first Rainbow Trout on a Scooby Doo rod and reel. While Will grew up fishing in Lake Tahoe and Pyramid Lake, he has also fished around the world from Mexico to Mauritius. This will be Will’s 4th year fishing in Alaskan Waters. When Will is not fishing in Alaska you can find him traveling the world, attending sporting events, golfing, and spending most of the fall in the marsh duck hunting with his Labrador, Norma Jean.

BOB TARDY

CAPTAIN

Captain Bob Tardy grew up in Colorado, dreaming about one day being an Alaskan fishing guide. Beginning in 2005, he traded engineering consulting for fishing privileges on Admiralty Island and got his captain’s license in 2011. He has been guiding for eight years, four of them being at Salmon Falls. During the off-season he lives in Colorado, where he loves to sail, fish, and bow hunt. Some of his favorite memories at Salmon Falls include the time an inexperienced guest hooked a very large Lingcod and another guest and himself had the opportunity to coach the struggling angler until they landed the fish.

CRAIG RING

CAPTAIN

Captain Craig Ring retired from Active Duty service in the United States Coast Guard in 2000 as a Chief and has been living in Ketchikan, Alaska since 1997. He commercial trolled from 4th grade to high school then began his Active Duty service in 1980. Captain Craig currently sits on two Salmon boards, Southern Southeast Regional Aquaculture Association (SSRAA), and the Alaska Trollers Association. By serving on the boards he hopes to make sure there are fish for generations. Captain Craig has been fishing for Salmon Falls Resort since 2002.

GARY SOUZA

CAPTAIN

Captain Gary Souza is a resident of Ketchikan since 1985 and a life-long salmon, steelhead, and trout addict. He has worked for many seasons as a charter boat captain as well as a fly-fishing guide. His guiding experience ranges over a large area of locations in Southern Southeast Alaska and well as more than 20 years on Prince of Wales Island. He has recreationally fished extensively in many locations nationally and abroad and has conducted seminars and clinics on salmon fishing as well as on fly casting. He is a contributor to the award-winning book, Alaska Fishing-The Ultimate Anglers Guide.

MICHAEL BUNKER

CAPTAIN

Captain Michael Bunker has been an avid fisherman since early childhood and has fished everywhere from the Puget Sound to Long Island and the lakes and rivers of Idaho. Most recently he has been a guide in Southeast Alaska. His motto is, “If it swims, I can catch it.” Captain Mike considers it a great day on the water when you’re creating memories, catching fish and going after monster King Salmon. He’s a Dad to three boys and resides in Idaho in the off-season.

Our Staff

Get to know some of the friendly faces you'll be interacting with while planning your visit and staying with us at Salmon Falls Resort.

MATT HEROD

GENERAL MANGER

Salmon Falls General Manager, Matt Herod, has been a driving force behind the Resort for 3 seasons now. A 12-year veteran of the Alaskan seasonal hotel industry, Herod ventured from his home state of Arizona to explore the back country of Denali National Park. During that first summer he fell in love with the picturesque landscape and the midnight sun. Herod was born and raised in Prescott, Arizona and is excited to share is love for fishing with all guests of Salmon Falls Resort.

RACHEL WELLS

MARINA MANAGER

As a Florida native Rachel has always been drawn to the water and outdoors. She has a passion for learning and teaching others about the diverse environment that surrounds us. This passion led her to become a Florida Master Naturalist and lead eco-tours along Florida’s coastal waterways. She has spent the past five years guiding and managing Tour operations in South Florida and the Florida Keys.

MARY ST. JOHN

GUEST SERVICE COORDINATOR

Born and raised in South Carolina, Mary is thrilled to spend her second summer at Salmon Falls Resort. Mary is always up for an adventure and loves getting out on the boat and exploring the outdoors. Mary loves going for hikes, finding starfish during low tide and ending the night next to the fire. Mary can’t wait for her next Alaskan adventure, and she can’t wait to book your experience at Salmon Falls.

Our Fleet

27.5’ Custom Aluminum Boats

Each of our 5-custom designed, 27 ½ foot aluminum boats made by Riddle Marine are built for safety, performance, comfort and convenience. All boats include a heated cabin, air-suspension seats, private heads, fuel-injected twin Honda 200 outboards, and a full complement of Lowrance electronics. These boats are thoughtfully designed to meet all our salt water fishing needs and we are eager to bring them to our fleet this season.

27.5’ Custom Aluminum Boats
24’ Skagit Orca

24’ Skagit Orca

More than any other boat in their class, Skagit Orcas are built to get you to your destination and back safely, quickly and comfortably - even with less than ideal weather conditions. It’s no surprise that the Skagit Orca is foremost an excellent choice for Anglers. Each boat is built solid without compromising the comforts that make fishing a pleasure. With a combination of speed, all-weather comfort, the Skagit Orca will suit all your salt water fishing needs. Each boat is equipped with a 250 outboard.

18’ Lund SSV Self-Guided Fleet

The ideal self-guided fishing boat, the Lund SSV is perfect any type of fishing. Built with heavy grade aluminum these Lund boats provide a safe and stable ride. Each boat is equipped with a 40HP Honda, steering wheel, rod holders, seats, gaff and fishing net.

18' Skiff - Self-Guided Fishing