Heading into the final weekend of the Slam'n Salm'n Derby in Anchorage's Ship Creek, both veteran and novice anglers will want to take a shot at king salmon and big prizes. Why not? Derby tickets are free, and the salmon run is strong.
Not sure exactly how to fish for kings the crowded creek through Alaska's biggest city? We've got your back.
Check out our video, and we'll walk you though the gear you need, how to use it and what to do if you hook into a big salmon.
What then? You'll want to fillet your catch to get it ready for eating. We've got another video showing you how.