2026 COPPER RIVER SEASON OPENER
Once a year, the Copper River salmon season opens and for one day, the entire commercial fleet fishes the flats together.
The fish caught on opening day are the freshest of the season, heading straight to the best restaurants and markets on the west coast within hours of the catch. Our First Catch boxes gave customers access to that same fish. Wild Copper River Sockeye, air-freighted fresh, straight from Cordova to their door. It's the most exclusive salmon moment of the year.
Missed the fresh opener? Our flash-frozen Copper River king and sockeye salmon captures that same peak-season quality. Frozen within hours of catch and ready to ship to your door.






FIRST CATCH of 2026 - Exclusive Fresh Copper River Sockeye Salmon Fillets
For a single moment each year, the Copper River opens - and with it, the most anticipated wild salmon harvest in the world. This is not just the start of a season. It is the first wild salmon fishery to open in all of Alaska, a fleeting event that chefs, fishermen, and seafood insiders wait for all year.
We are offering a strictly limited number of fresh, never frozen Copper River sockeye salmon fillets, harvested on opening day and shipped immediately from Alaska for delivery on May 27.
Fish that used to be available only to top chefs and premium buyers are now available to you, thanks to your fishmongers Juro and Adra at Alaska Fresh Seafood.
Next Day Air delivery from Alaska included in the price.
Juro will be on the boats with the fishermen and as your salmon is harvested, you’ll receive a personalized video message directly from the fishing boat, giving you a rare, behind-the-scenes look at the exact moment your fish comes out of the Copper River.
Most people never experience Copper River salmon like this. Why is it so special?
- Harvested on opening day
- Never frozen — preserved only by time and precision
- Flown directly from Alaska to your door for the fastest delivery
- Harvested and processed at the highest level of quality with a personal touch - proven by a personalized video message
This is the closest you can get to standing on the dock in Alaska as the first boats come in.
And being the first is not the only quality of the Copper River salmon. Copper River sockeye is one of the most nutrient-dense foods you can eat:
- Rich in omega-3 fatty acids (EPA & DHA) for heart and brain health
- Packed with high-quality protein for muscle and recovery
- Contains astaxanthin, a potent antioxidant that supports skin, eye, and immune health
- Naturally high in vitamins like D and B12
It’s not just exceptional seafood - it’s exceptional fuel for your body, sourced ethically and sustainably. The Copper River fishery, similar to other wild Alaskan salmon fisheries, is tightly controlled. Fishing windows can last only hours. Supply is limited. Demand is global.
So don't hesitate and reserve your fresh first fish of the 2026 Copper River sockeye salmon season.
Because this isn’t just salmon.
It’s the first harvest of Alaska.
It’s one of the most coveted ingredients in the world.
And it’s a moment that only happens once a year.
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