Hey Evan-
So first of all these are California Halibut--you would have been getting Pacific Halibut in AK. These are smaller, but just as delicious. Technique is similar, jig or troll over flat, sand or mud bottoms. Tackle shop would have better advice on gear but I know folks that go after them with live or frozen herring/anchovy, or spoons. Good luck!
On another note-any chance you were out last night? Saw a 30+ out in front of Crissy field. We passed right by and waved.
Ian