New “Slam” Fishing Challenges Recognize Angling Accomplishments

(Statewide) - The Alaska Department of Fish and Game, Division of Sport Fish is inviting anglers to take on three new fishing “Slam” challenges designed to recognize unique angling accomplishments across Alaska’s diverse waters.

The new challenges encourage anglers to target multiple species within a 24-hour period while exploring Alaska’s freshwater and saltwater fisheries.

“These new challenges are a fun way for anglers to explore Alaska’s incredible fishing opportunities," Statewide Communications Coordinator, Ryan Ragan, said. "We're excited to offer recognition to successful anglers and to celebrate their accomplishments on the water.”

The new challenges include:

Stream Slam

Anglers earn the Stream Slam by catching a rainbow trout, an Arctic grayling, and a Dolly Varden within a 24-hour period in flowing waters in Alaska.

Stillwater Slam

The Stillwater Slam recognizes anglers who catch a lake trout, burbot, and northern pike within 24 hours from non-flowing waters such as lakes, ponds, or sloughs.

Saltwater Slam

Saltwater anglers can complete the Saltwater Slam by catching a halibut, a lingcod, and any species of rockfish within a 24-hour period.

Additional program rules apply. Eligible fish must be caught using rod and reel, and all fishing activity must comply with current Alaska sport fishing regulations.

Successful participants will receive a signed certificate and commemorative sticker corresponding to the completed challenge.

Anglers with questions or those seeking advice on locations and techniques for targeting eligible species are encouraged to contact their local ADF&G office.

More information about the Slam challenges and other angler recognition programs is available through the Alaska Department of Fish and Game Division of Sport Fish website.

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