IMHO, halibut are where you find them. generaly on the bottom, however I have caught them trolling for salmon.

I've caught 200 lb + (60-80 fath.)20 mi. from the dock in Seward, I've caught 80 lb + in the harbor at Petersburg. 40-80 ft.

Halibut fishing (IMHO) is a long period of boredom interspersed with periods of hard work. Topped off with some wonderful eating if your lucky nuff to catch some 30 -50 lbers. (mmm mmm smack lick lips)

If I was booking a trip the biggest thing I'd worry about was makin sure the crew was pro.
and entertaining, the boat was veryyyy comfortable and they served a good lunch.

If your just after "doors" I think you gotta fish
60 fath min. to catch em consist.
or at least thats your best chance.

If uou can get a skipper that'll set a crab trap or two its a good thing to think about while your waitin for a Halibut ( did I mention boredom)


herm