Jim was previously a guide on Lake Illiamna, west of Anchorage. Famous for its monster rainbows as well as silver salmon, Lake Illiamna yielded many limits to Jim and his guests. Prior to that, Jim held his captains license in Florida where his favorite outings were for Dolphin (the game fish) and fishing the Flats for Snook, Redfish, and Tarpon.

Jim prides himself on being able to find fish for any guest and being able to teach youngsters to catch fish. His son Chase is testimony to his ability and it is not uncommon now to hear arguments (especially from Chase) about who the better fisherman actually is.

Jim holds his EMT certificate and was formally a fire fighter on Pine Island, Florida. He graduated from the University of South Florida.

Capt. Jim Looney, State Licensed IOGLB
Coast Guard Licensed
Fully Insured and Bonded

Jim Looney                            Chase Looney

"A guide's guide! My compliments to Captain Jim Looney - a true pro and wonderful companion in the boat. I subscribe to the Sun Tzu theory of fishing: "He who does not use a local guide does not know the water." I've spent the better part of 35 years guiding in Montana, and the rest fishing all over the world. When I give this high of a compliment you better believe it is well deserved. Book this man with confidence."
    John Kirby, Big Timber, MT