Charter boat captains
from Homer, Whittier, and Valdez, Alaska are joining forces in the Alaskan Halibut Veterans Fishing Tournament next
year to offer free halibut trips for veterans. At last count, 40 charter boats pledged support, and others are expected
to join before the May 21, 2010 event. The event is expected to give more than 500 veterans who served in Iraq, Afghanistan
and during Desert Storm a free day on the water. For more information about the 1st Annual Alaskan Veterans Halibut Fishing
Tournament call 314-707-0928.