Babkin Charter's Fleet
Both our vessels, The Alexandra and The Babkin, are of solid fiberglass construction, diesel powered and have 110 volt generators for video and computer systems. The Alexandra and Babkin meet all United States Coast Guard safety requirements and our captains are United States Coast Guard licensed.
Please contact us for further information!!
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Babkin Charters operates on Chugach Forest Lands under permit from the USDA Forest Service.
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We accommodate dietary needs
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Kayaks provided
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Limited fishing gear provided
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Bedding included
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Children welcomed and encouraged
"The Babkin"
58 feet (19 meters), with 3 staterooms will sleep up to 12 passengers. For day trips she can accommodate groups of 25.
The M/V Babkin was constructed in Tacoma, Washington in 1997. Designed for longer length charters she is extremely seaworthy and comfortably outfitted. The interior is teak, fully carpeted and well heated throughout. Each of the three staterooms forward can sleep 3, having both a double and single bunk. A full shower and toilet (head) as well as plenty of storage space for personal belongings complete the forward layout.
The galley/salon area is large and roomy and is laid out European style with 2 settees.
A large back deck, flying bridge and full walk around deck provide ample outside space for freight, fishing and wildlife viewing.
A large pilot house with crew and captains quarters also provides access to upper deck and flying bridge.
"The Alexandra"
42 feet (14 meters), with the capacity of up to 6 passengers, a large deck and comfortable cabin is ideal for groups of 4-6.
The F/V Alexandra was constructed in Tacoma, Washington in 1981. Designed as a combination fishing / live aboard, she is extremely seaworthy, is fully equipped, and is comfortably outfitted for longer-term trips.
Layout: Teak interior, four large 'V' berths, head/shower and gear stowage are forward; the main cabin consists of a large galley / living area with a sliding side door and a large settee which folds down into a double berth. The aft door provides access to the back deck and the flying bridge.
Our Crew
Captain
Brad von Wichman
Born and raised in Anchorage with Prince William Sound in his backyard. He met his wife, Kjersti, a Norwegian from Norway and are busy raising three children! Brad grew up exploring Prince William Sound and Resurrection Bay with his family as a child on the families 21 foot small open boat. He spent his summers during college commercially fishing in a family business for shrimp, salmon, halibut, black cod. He still commercially fishes for halibut and black cod. He has a biology degree and a voracious appetite for reading!
Captain
Alex von Wichman
Born and raised in Anchorage with Prince William Sound in her backyard. She also spent her early years exploring parts of Prince William Sound and Resurrection Bay with her family on their 21 foot boat. Her summers were spent commercially fishing for shrimp, salmon, halibut, and black cod. She still fishes for halibut and black cod. Alex loves the outdoors, skiing, and people.
Kjersti
Kjersti came to Alaska via the "lower 48" while attending university. She originally hails from Norway and has been living in Alaska with her husband Captain Brad and their three children for over twenty two years. After completing her studies, Kjersti alpine ski coached for 10 years and crewed for Babkin Charters for many years prior to kids. She quietly works behind the scenes, holding down the fort while the boats are away.
Kelly
Kelly has been with the Babkin family for over a decade, sharing laughter and creating lasting bonds. Her heart is happiest cruising around Prince William Sound. Though she hails from the Midwest, Alaska's wild beauty has captured her heart, making it her true home.
Vicky
Vicky lives with her husband in the Girdwood Valley. She most recently is being certified as a massage therapist in Costa Rica. Vicky has worked for Babkin Charters for 6 years.
Laura
Born and raised in Girdwood, Alaska. Laura came back to Babkin Charters after finishing her university studies. This winter, she is enjoying a fellowship in Tromso, Norway. She has worked for Babkin Charters for three years.
Gabrielle
Gabi hails from Girdwood, Alaska. She started working for Babkin Charters the summer after she tore an ACL ski racing and had surgery. Her first trip was with a research trip for river otters. Gabi is finishing her university studies. This will be Gabi's third year.
Maddy
Maddy was born and raised in Anchorage Alaska. She grew up boating with her family in Prince William Sound which inspired her to complete a BS in marine and environmental sciences. Between school, odd jobs and research, Maddy has worked for us since 2014.
Skye
Skye comes from Park City, Utah. She has fallen in love with Alaska and manages to continue working for Babkin Charters between her grueling studies. She will be completing her university education this spring. Skye has worked for Babkin Charters for 2 years.
Randi
Randi, Brad and Kjersti’s oldest child, grew on the boats and has a deep passion for nature. She was a top alpine ski racer in Alaska and is a pretty good cook. Now living in Lillehammer Norway and after a year in the Norwegian navy, she’s pursuing a degree in physical therapy. She does make it home to fish her black cod and halibut and a charter trip or two!
Becca
Becca is a born-and-raised Alaskan with a deep connection to nature. She grew up circumnavigating Prince William Sound by kayak and has been part of the Babkin Charters crew since 2023. Always on time for work but hard to find off the clock, Becca is happiest when she’s out in the elements.
Babkin Charters LLC
- 2940 Mallard Lane, Anchorage, Alaska 99508
- Phone: 1 (907) 272-8989
- Email: info@babkin.com