Dalliwacker, thanks for the info. I will be looking to go on a trip to alaska, by next year, i am just trying to compile some info in the meantime.
This morning i found a couple of links to outfitters with the boats you were talking about. Pretty slick setup. That probably would be the way to go.
You are right about my location, iam on the other side of the U.S. so iam a little limited on ways to travel. Thanks again.