Meet The Team
Owners
Horizon West Fishing Adventures is owned and operated by Josh and Jill Nelson. In the offseason, they cherish spending time with their three daughters exploring the woods and waters — and ice — of remote Minnesota. Hunting and fishing are deeply rooted in who they are, which is why they find no greater joy than sharing the Alaska fishing experience with others. Their hope is that you’ll not only feel their passion for the outdoors, but also their commitment to making you feel like part of their extended Alaskan family.
Horizon West Guides
Every Horizon West Alaska guide is hand-selected and held to the highest standards in safety, customer service, fishing expertise, and local knowledge. We’re proud of the outstanding team we've built — and our guests consistently praise their skill, dedication, and professionalism.
All of our guides are fully U.S. Coast Guard certified and are not only expert fishermen but also experienced captains who know these waters inside and out. They’ll put you on the fish — no guesswork, just results. There’s no single “best” guide or boat at Horizon West; on any given day, any one of our captains is capable of delivering an unforgettable day on the water. Each one is exceptional, and we’re proud to have them leading our fleet of Coldwater Boats.
Captain Trevon Sator
Trevon is no stranger to the waters around Sitka or the fishing industry. He got his start at just 12 years old, working on his father's commercial power troller in 2009. By the time he was 17, he was already deckhanding for another charter fishing operation in Sitka, quickly building the skills and experience that make him such a successful captain today.
Trevon joined the Horizon West team as a captain in 2019 and immediately proved himself to be
an outstanding fisherman and a natural leader on the water. Known for his strong work ethic and willingness to try unorthodox tactics to locate and catch fish, he consistently works hard to ensure every group has a memorable day on the water.
Guests also appreciate Trevon's easygoing personality and genuine ability tot connect with people. He enjoys getting to know the anglers on his boat and sharing his knowledge of the fishery while creating a fun and relaxing atmosphere.
In the offseason, Trevon lives in Chehalis, Washington, with his wife Hannah and their two kids, Cody and Blakely. Hannah has been incredibly supportive of Trevon's career and has fully embraced the lifestyle that comes with working in the fishing industry. Trevon attended South Puget Sound Community College and later earned his Bachelor's degree in Business Management from WGU. When he's not fishing, he also works as a licensed general contractor.
Trevon's passion for fishing and dedication to providing a great experience for guests make him an important part of the Horizon West team.
Kyle Parks
Captain Kyle Parks
Kyle is an Idaho boy. He started working on the Snake River right out of high school and has been in the fishing business ever since. Kyle started as a deckhand with Horizon West in 2011 and earned his Captain spot in 2015. He is an accomplished angler and often the life of the party. Rest assured that if you find yourself on Captain Kyle's boat, you are going to have a good time. In the off-season, Kyle works for a boat builder in Lewiston, Idaho and now calls Clarkston, Washington his home.
Captain Mark Diaz
Mark Diaz was born and raised in Lewiston, Idaho, where he was introduced to hunting and fishing at an early age by his father, an avid outdoorsman. Growing up in the Pacific Northwest helped shape Mark's lifelong passion for the outdoors and the water.
Mark began working for Horizon West as a deckhand in 2009 and quickly worked his way up, earning his captain's position in 2011. Since then, Mark has spent his seasons guiding anglers and sharing his love of fishing with guests from around the world.
In 2012, Marked moved to Springfield, Missouri, where he still resides today. When he's not guiding in Alaska, you'll most likely find him chasing deer with a bow or fishing for just about anything that swims.
Captain James Hollingshead
James started as a deckhand with Horizon West in the summer of 2009 and became a captain in 2012. His passion for fishing started at a young age and has grown into a full-time obsession. When he is not guiding for us in Alaska, he can be found drifting for steelhead on the Snake River in Idaho or towing his bass boat to tournaments all over the Northwest. James is originally from Lewiston, Idaho, but now resides in Clarkston, Washington, with his wife Stephanie.
