Martha is a lifelong Alaskan, and was born and raised in Iliamna. Martha is a second generation sport fishing operator, having worked in her mother and father's fishing lodge her entire life. Her knowledge of the area, the lake, and all its tributaries is invaluable. Martha is always present, facilitating any detail, cooking delicious meals, and attending to any and all needs of her guests. Outside of her day-to-day work in operating the lodge, Martha is a full-time mother, and in charge of keeping Erik, and all the other guides in line.