Winter Steelhead
Our season begins in early December and runs through the month of March. While we primarily focus on the Siletz River, we also fish the Umpqua, Alsea, Santiam and Clackamas, as conditions warrant. Our preferred method of fishing is side drifting, which allows the angler to be very hands on. You’ll do all the casting and hooking of your fish. We use long, lightweight, 9’6” rods matched with top-of-the-line spinning reels. This not only makes fighting the fish more enjoyable but also allows for a more natural presentation to the fish. Only fin clipped, hatchery Steelhead can be kept with wild fish released unharmed. Most of our fishing takes place out of the driftboat equipped with a heater. Winter Steelhead is one of our most popular trips and usually books well in advance. Please plan as far ahead as possible if you need specific dates or days of the week.

Winter Sturgeon
Beginning in November and running through March we fish for Sturgeon mainly in and around Portland Harbor on the Willamette and Columbia rivers.  For this fishery, we utilize the Jet Sled, complete with a top and heater, for a very comfortable and fun fishing experience.  If Winter Steelhead fishing isn’t your thing or if conditions aren’t favorable, winter sturgeon is an excellent alternative.   This is a great family option because there is usually plenty of activity to keep everyone interested.

Summer Steelhead
Starting in Late April we begin fishing the Siletz and North and South Santiam Rivers for Summer Steelhead. We fish the Siletz River first and then move to the Santiam Rivers usually sometime in middle to late May. We employ many of the same methods as with the winter fish. However, the weather is much more hospitable and we bring along plenty of cold drinks and sunscreen.

Spring Chinook

Our Spring Chinook season starts in early April on the Columbia and Willamette Rivers from Portland to the Bonneville Dam.  These early fish are highly sought after for their eating quality.  Our primary methods involve using the Jet Sled to troll near Portland and back troll/back bounce near Bonneville Dam.  In early May we move to the Santiam river system.  Again we employ back trolling and bouncing and run trips in either the Jet Sled or Driftboat, depending on water levels.  Most Spring Chinook run in the 12 to 25 pounds range with a few larger fish around 30 pounds being caught each season.  Again, only hatchery fish can be kept in this fishery..

Fall Chinook

Begins in mid August near the mouth of the Columbia river at the world famous Buoy 10.  We mainly troll  spinners and herring for fresh-from-the-ocean salmon.  Later in the season, usually in early September, we move south to the central coast and the Alsea and Yaquina Rivers.  These smaller rivers fish well until the first heavy fall rains arrive, usually in mid October or early November.  Once the rains come in force, we have a short but very productive driftboat season ending in mid November.  Fall Salmon are larger than their spring counter parts with an average size of 20 to 30 pounds with fish up to 50 pounds being caught each season.

Deschutes River Fishing
Look for more information on our Deschutes River trips coming soon. We will be offering Jet Sled and Driftboat trips for both Trout and Summer Steelhead. 

Estuary Sturgeon
This is our most popular Sturgeon fishery and it’s fast becoming one of our most popular trips overall.  Starting in mid May and lasting until a quota is reached (usually in late June or early July), we fish the Columbia River Estuary near the coastal community of Astoria.  This is world-class Sturgeon fishing where catching limits or near limits is considered the norm.  We fish out of the Jet Sled and use light tackle to get the full enjoyment of fighting these fish.  Much of the time we will be in water 10’ or less in depth.  The size range for keeper fish is between 45 & 60 inches in the estuary.  This is another great choice for a family trip or corporate outing.  Fishing is often fast paced and the fish are big.