Sport Fish Processing on the Kenai Peninsula
From the Kenai Peninsula Straight to Your Home
Tanner’s Alaskan Seafood provides professional sport fish processing at our locations in Soldotna and Ninilchik, Alaska.
Whether you are fishing for halibut in Cook Inlet or salmon on the Kenai Peninsula, we will treat your catch with the same care we would give our own. Fish brought to us for processing is cut to your specifications, vacuum sealed when requested, and placed in the freezer the same day.
We also offer airline-ready fish boxes, frozen fish storage, and overnight shipping through FedEx and UPS.
For questions about processing, storage, shipping, or planning your Alaska fishing trip, contact us:
Phone: 866-209-4882
Email: info@tannersfish.com
Sport Fish Processing Prices
All processing prices are based on the incoming weight of the fish.
| Service |
Price |
| Fish Processing with Freezing |
$2.55 per lb. |
| Fish Processing without Freezing |
$2.20 per lb. |
| Freezing Only |
$2.00 per lb. |
| Vacuum Sealing Only |
$1.70 per lb. |
| Dirty Fish Fee |
Additional $0.75 per lb. |
| Skin Removal |
Additional $0.20 per lb. |
| Hot-Smoked Fish |
$7.50 per lb. |
| Cold-Smoked Fish — Lox |
$8.95 per lb. |
Additional Packaging Charge
Packaging requests for portions weighing less than one pound will be charged an additional $1.00 per bag.
Fish Storage
Storage space is limited and is available only when space permits.
Customers must provide their own box or cooler or purchase an approved fish box from Tanner’s.
| Storage Type |
Price |
| Box or cooler up to 50 lbs. |
$10.00 per day |
| Cooler 29 inches or longer |
$15.00 per day |
Fish that has not been picked up within 24 hours may be charged applicable freezing and storage fees.
Tanner’s is not responsible for fish left for more than 30 days.
Airline Boxes and Shipping
Tanner’s sells lightweight, Styrofoam-lined cardboard boxes designed for transporting frozen fish. Each empty box weighs approximately three pounds and is accepted by major airlines as checked baggage.
We can also package your fish for airline travel or arrange overnight shipping through FedEx or UPS.
Please let our staff know whether you plan to:
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Pick up your fish locally
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Take your fish on an airline
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Have your fish shipped to your home
Airline boxes and shipping charges are separate from fish processing fees.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is fresh fish processing?
Fresh fish processing means your catch is cut according to your instructions and prepared for transportation or storage.
Depending on the services you select, your fish may be:
Fish is processed as quickly as possible and is typically ready for pickup or shipping the following day.
What is flash freezing?
Flash freezing, also called blast freezing, quickly freezes food at extremely low temperatures.
Freezing fish quickly helps prevent the formation of large ice crystals that can damage the texture of the meat. This process helps preserve the quality, flavor, and texture of your catch.
How do I get my fish home?
Customers may pick up their frozen fish, transport it as checked airline baggage, or arrange overnight shipping through FedEx or UPS.
Tanner’s sells Styrofoam-lined cardboard boxes that act as lightweight coolers for frozen fish. These boxes are accepted by major airlines.
Please speak with our staff before your pickup date so we can prepare your fish correctly for your method of travel.
Can I use dry ice?
Dry ice is generally not necessary when fish has been properly flash frozen.
Dry ice may be added when requested, but airline rules vary. Contact your airline before traveling to confirm its current dry ice limits, packaging rules, and labeling requirements.
Do you sell seafood?
Yes. Tanner’s sells a wide selection of premium frozen seafood, including:
Our seafood is carefully selected from trusted Alaskan fishermen and suppliers.
Can I order seafood year-round?
Yes. Seafood can be ordered from Tanner’s throughout the year and shipped directly to your home.
Wild Game and Custom Meat Processing
All prices are based on incoming weight.
For questions, call 866-209-4882.
Cut, Debone and Vacuum Pack
| Meat |
Price |
| Moose, musk ox, elk, bison, beef and pork |
$1.50 per lb. |
| Caribou, deer, sheep and goat |
$2.00 per lb. |
| Dirty meat processing |
$2.50 per lb. |
The dirty meat charge includes deboning, cutting, and vacuum packaging.
Grinding
| Service |
Price |
| Grinding and vacuum packaging |
Additional $1.50 per lb. |
| Sausage grind and vacuum packaging |
$5.49 per lb. |
Sausage flavors include:
Vacuum-packed ground meat will be packaged in approximately one-pound packages unless another package size is requested.
Pork Added to Sausage
Approximately 30% pork will be added to sausage orders.
For example, if you bring in 20 pounds of game meat, approximately six pounds of pork will be added. You will be billed based on the completed sausage weight of approximately 26 pounds.
Smoked Meat Products
Smoking orders require a minimum of 20 pounds of meat.
Smoked product charges are based on the starting weight of the order.
| Product |
Price |
| Jerky |
$12.98 per lb. |
| Polish sausage |
$5.49 per lb. |
| Summer sausage |
$5.49 per lb. |
| Bratwurst |
$5.49 per lb. |
| Meat sticks |
$6.49 per lb. |
| High-temperature cheese |
$15.00 per lb. |
| Smoked ham |
$29.00 per ham |
| Smoked bacon |
$29.00 per bacon |
| Bacon slicing |
$1.50 per lb. |
We recommend approximately one pound of high-temperature cheese for every 10 pounds of meat.
Meat Stick and Sausage Flavors
Cheese Options
Game Storage and Hanging
| Service |
Price |
| Hanging |
$0.25 per lb. per calendar day |
Meat may lose approximately 30% to 40% of its incoming weight during the deboning, trimming, and cutting process.
Game orders will not be divided between multiple customers. Any splitting or dividing of a completed game order must be handled by the customer after pickup.
Important Policies
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All prices are based on incoming weight unless otherwise stated.
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Final packaged weight will be lower than incoming weight due to filleting, skinning, deboning, trimming, moisture loss, and other processing.
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Storage is available only when space permits.
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Customers are responsible for clearly communicating their processing, packaging, pickup, airline, or shipping instructions.
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Tanner’s is not responsible for fish or meat left for more than 30 days.
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Prices and services are subject to change at any time.
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The owners reserve the right to refuse fish or meat that is spoiled, improperly handled, contaminated, or otherwise unsuitable for processing.
