As this trip comes to an end following a relaxing day of travel up the line in remarkably calm seas, my final report is a reminder that there will be a number of high resolution photos from the voyage posted over the next few days. Huge thanks to Kamell Allaway from Grand Alaska Lodge for many of the photos I will be sharing.

In addition I want to also remind all anglers that the 2009 Royal Star summer/fall trip schedule and pricing is now posted on our website under the schedule title. Prices will include all permit fees and are based on a presently realistic fuel price of $3.00/gallon. As always all Royal Star voyages are limited in capacity to no greater that twenty four anglers on voyages eight days and less, twenty three on ten day voyages, and eighteen on all voyages over twelve days. Our printed schedule will be available soon but for those anglers who wish to get a jump, now is the ideal time to ensure availability.

If you are seeking the finest long range fishing voyage available today, our combination of three veteran owner/operators at the helm, highly accomplished, journeyman crewmembers at the rail, unmatched cuisine at the hands of Master Chef's Drew Rivera and Jeffery Grant, and combined more than fifty years of experience in this fishery can not be bested or outperformed. Capt. Randy Toussaint, Capt.Brian Sims, and I are all in this business because of our passion for fishing and introducing anglers to this incredible sport. There is a profound difference between Royal Star and our competitors. Make a voyage with us and you will recognize and appreciate our experienced, professional attention to detail that makes your voyage the best.

That said we return to Fisherman's Landing tomorrow at 0730 and plan to depart on our next voyage with Captain Toussaint at the helm by 1130. Look for daily reports to continue as well as photos over the next few days.

Tim Ekstrom