Post by: vandeman17 on December 13, 2013, 11:57:46 AM
Post by: Timberstalker on December 13, 2013, 12:42:48 PM
Give Dan Sullivan of Rivers West a call. He concentrates on the Reach. A great guide.
Post by: MtnMuley on December 13, 2013, 12:45:50 PM
Post by: WSU on December 13, 2013, 12:50:05 PM
Post by: vandeman17 on December 13, 2013, 01:00:38 PM
Post by: MtnMuley on December 13, 2013, 01:02:36 PM
Post by: vandeman17 on December 13, 2013, 01:03:50 PM
If you're gonna book at least two, I'd book the whole boat. Usually on only about 1/3 the price more to have the entire boat and at least a couple more seats. :twocents:
That is what I was thinking. Book the whole boat and then only have 2-3 go out for more room and more personal experience.
Post by: KopperBuck on December 13, 2013, 01:08:21 PM
Post by: Woodchuck on December 13, 2013, 01:25:11 PM
Dan is a member on here and a great guy. :tup:
Post by: HTCS on December 13, 2013, 01:38:59 PM
Post by: hiway_99 on December 13, 2013, 01:52:35 PM
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Post by: huntnphool on December 13, 2013, 01:58:13 PM
Post by: cohoho on December 13, 2013, 03:19:23 PM
Post by: snowpack on December 13, 2013, 03:55:52 PM
Some of the best is at Buoy 10 the 3rd week of Aug... Good catches of bigger kings during that time frame that can't be beat... Search now for decent guides with openings, they will book up, Josh at Three Rivers Marine is always a consistent catch kind of guy. There was a girl this past year, on her boat they out caught everyone three or four days in row- and I mean everyone. She had a great sense of humor every time we crossed paths. Can't remember her name or guide service??? Crap sorry...I wonder if it is Angie? I think she travels all around Washington and Montana as a fishing and hunting guide. Angie's Guiding or something like that?
Post by: Rick on December 13, 2013, 07:03:29 PM
http://www.riversnw.com/ (http://www.riversnw.com/)
Post by: cohoho on December 14, 2013, 12:04:09 PM
Some of the best is at Buoy 10 the 3rd week of Aug... Good catches of bigger kings during that time frame that can't be beat... Search now for decent guides with openings, they will book up, Josh at Three Rivers Marine is always a consistent catch kind of guy. There was a girl this past year, on her boat they out caught everyone three or four days in row- and I mean everyone. She had a great sense of humor every time we crossed paths. Can't remember her name or guide service??? Crap sorry...I wonder if it is Angie? I think she travels all around Washington and Montana as a fishing and hunting guide. Angie's Guiding or something like that?
Been looking at pictures to see if I could find the boat name, but that name does ring a bell. She was a cutie too, if it is the same one...
Post by: hiway_99 on December 14, 2013, 12:56:13 PM
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Post by: WSU on December 16, 2013, 09:20:13 AM
I am looking into buying my dad a weekend fishing trip for his 60th birthday. His birthday is on Feb 2nd but any time of the year for trip would work. Any recommendations on time, river and or guide to go with to try and get him on some nice Kings?
What kind of fishing are you wanting to do? You can troll saltwater, troll rivers, fish bait in small rivers or big rivers, jet sled or drift boat, etc. You should probably figure that out first and then you can get some very specific recommendations.
Post by: akirkland on December 16, 2013, 09:42:49 AM
Post by: vandeman17 on December 16, 2013, 09:47:11 AM
I am looking into buying my dad a weekend fishing trip for his 60th birthday. His birthday is on Feb 2nd but any time of the year for trip would work. Any recommendations on time, river and or guide to go with to try and get him on some nice Kings?
What kind of fishing are you wanting to do? You can troll saltwater, troll rivers, fish bait in small rivers or big rivers, jet sled or drift boat, etc. You should probably figure that out first and then you can get some very specific recommendations.
He has done all the styles you have listed above so that is why I didn't specify. I am up for anything that will give him a chance ot hook into a few solid chinook and give him a solid arm workout. :tup:
Post by: James E on December 17, 2013, 03:40:49 PM
Post by: Tman on December 17, 2013, 03:47:44 PM
Post by: wildmanoutdoors on December 17, 2013, 03:50:25 PM
Post by: ballstothewaal on December 29, 2013, 07:07:11 PM
He is my neighbor and guides all over. Great guy, patient, a great teacher. Nothing beats an old fashioned drift boat trip for steelies!
Post by: jnevs23 on December 29, 2013, 07:17:25 PM
Post by: HntnFsh on December 30, 2013, 05:35:21 AM
Why do research, just Call Ron Holt and book a B-10 adventure. I dont think there is an argument that he is not the best.
Sure there is. There are a lot of guides out there that are just as good or better than the Holts! But yes they are good fishermen!
Post by: Bone_Collector on December 30, 2013, 10:14:00 AM
B_C
Post by: Bullkllr on December 30, 2013, 10:37:53 AM
:yeah: It's not exactly rocket science. With all the info and technology out there, its more about where and when you want to fish. Biggest difference in guides is how hard they are willing to work and their people skills.Why do research, just Call Ron Holt and book a B-10 adventure. I dont think there is an argument that he is not the best.
Sure there is. There are a lot of guides out there that are just as good or better than the Holts! But yes they are good fishermen!
Best chance for multiple hookups with bright chinook would be bouy 10 late August IMO. Might get more fish, but not as bright with an upriver guide. Heard good things about Willipa with George Rose- late Aug/sept also.
Smaller rivers of westside could certainly produce hot action, but are just too hit & miss to recommend really far out.
Something on the Ocean would be worth considering. Probably widest window and most consistent for pretty much a guarantee on fish.
Post by: SkookumHntr on December 30, 2013, 10:52:38 AM
Post by: vandeman17 on January 27, 2014, 03:08:15 PM
Post by: WAcoueshunter on January 27, 2014, 03:16:20 PM
bump back to the top. I have been in contact with one guide but he never seems to want to return my calls so he might lose my business. Any last minute recommendations?
Are you willing to fish the ocean, or do you just want to fish a river?
Post by: vandeman17 on January 27, 2014, 03:25:58 PM
bump back to the top. I have been in contact with one guide but he never seems to want to return my calls so he might lose my business. Any last minute recommendations?
Are you willing to fish the ocean, or do you just want to fish a river?
Would prefer the rivers just because the last few times we went, in Sitka, was out in the ocean. Also, I believe my bro in law gets sea sick and he is planning to go.
Post by: Forks on January 27, 2014, 04:13:04 PM
Phil Stephens- Mystical Legends Guide Service
Both these guys are as professional you will find.
Post by: Bullkllr on January 27, 2014, 05:33:59 PM
I am looking into buying my dad a weekend fishing trip for his 60th birthday. His birthday is on Feb 2nd but any time of the year for trip would work. Any recommendations on time, river and or guide to go with to try and get him on some nice Kings?
bump back to the top. I have been in contact with one guide but he never seems to want to return my calls so he might lose my business. Any last minute recommendations?
Are you willing to fish the ocean, or do you just want to fish a river?
Would prefer the rivers just because the last few times we went, in Sitka, was out in the ocean. Also, I believe my bro in law gets sea sick and he is planning to go.
Since you're asking for "last minute recommendations" does that mean you have decided to go on the trip on or around February 2 ?
If that is the choice, know that there is no chinook fishing in rivers this time of year. Closest would be springers on the Lower Columbia- maybe March and later for better numbers.
Only thing open now is the Sound. Port Townsend area is open- some others- not sure. I think Mark Coleman fishes the Sound doesn't he?
Post by: vandeman17 on January 27, 2014, 06:26:14 PM
Post by: Bullkllr on January 27, 2014, 07:54:37 PM
There's guides all over the Lower Columbia when the fall runs come in August. Someone on here HAS to know a good one to get in touch with. :dunno: :dunno:
Post by: Bullkllr on January 27, 2014, 08:49:13 PM
lots' of Columbia guide names thrown around. Or do your own search on that site should give you info.
Post by: bullcanyon on January 28, 2014, 09:28:05 AM
Good luck and have fun
Post by: TheHunt on January 28, 2014, 09:36:49 AM
What was last years estimated number?
Post by: rippinlips22 on January 28, 2014, 10:23:43 AM
Bob Barthlow. The dude just puts fish in the boat.:yeah:
http://www.riversnw.com/ (http://www.riversnw.com/)
YUP!!!
Post by: wildmanoutdoors on January 28, 2014, 05:00:51 PM
:yeah: It's not exactly rocket science. With all the info and technology out there, its more about where and when you want to fish. Biggest difference in guides is how hard they are willing to work and their people skills.Why do research, just Call Ron Holt and book a B-10 adventure. I dont think there is an argument that he is not the best.
Sure there is. There are a lot of guides out there that are just as good or better than the Holts! But yes they are good fishermen!
Best chance for multiple hookups with bright chinook would be bouy 10 late August IMO. Might get more fish, but not as bright with an upriver guide. Heard good things about Willipa with George Rose- late Aug/sept also.
Smaller rivers of westside could certainly produce hot action, but are just too hit & miss to recommend really far out.
Something on the Ocean would be worth considering. Probably widest window and most consistent for pretty much a guarantee on fish.
Lol, easy to catch em when there are 700000 fish under for anyone. Try your "not rocket science" when fishings tough. Sorry, you haven't a clue about salmon fishing.
Post by: Bullkllr on January 28, 2014, 05:09:38 PM
:yeah: It's not exactly rocket science. With all the info and technology out there, its more about where and when you want to fish. Biggest difference in guides is how hard they are willing to work and their people skills.Why do research, just Call Ron Holt and book a B-10 adventure. I dont think there is an argument that he is not the best.
Sure there is. There are a lot of guides out there that are just as good or better than the Holts! But yes they are good fishermen!
Best chance for multiple hookups with bright chinook would be bouy 10 late August IMO. Might get more fish, but not as bright with an upriver guide. Heard good things about Willipa with George Rose- late Aug/sept also.
Smaller rivers of westside could certainly produce hot action, but are just too hit & miss to recommend really far out.
Something on the Ocean would be worth considering. Probably widest window and most consistent for pretty much a guarantee on fish.
Lol, easy to catch em when there are 700000 fish under for anyone. Try your "not rocket science" when fishings tough. Sorry, you haven't a clue about salmon fishing.
I have to say I agree with you completely. Not agreeing that your recommendation for a guide is clearly the only answer absolutely means I haven't a clue about salmon fishing. Who could possibly argue with logic that clear.
Post by: wildmanoutdoors on January 28, 2014, 05:28:44 PM
:yeah: It's not exactly rocket science. With all the info and technology out there, its more about where and when you want to fish. Biggest difference in guides is how hard they are willing to work and their people skills.Why do research, just Call Ron Holt and book a B-10 adventure. I dont think there is an argument that he is not the best.
Sure there is. There are a lot of guides out there that are just as good or better than the Holts! But yes they are good fishermen!
Best chance for multiple hookups with bright chinook would be bouy 10 late August IMO. Might get more fish, but not as bright with an upriver guide. Heard good things about Willipa with George Rose- late Aug/sept also.
Smaller rivers of westside could certainly produce hot action, but are just too hit & miss to recommend really far out.
Something on the Ocean would be worth considering. Probably widest window and most consistent for pretty much a guarantee on fish.
Lol, easy to catch em when there are 700000 fish under for anyone. Try your "not rocket science" when fishings tough. Sorry, you haven't a clue about salmon fishing.
I have to say I agree with you completely. Not agreeing that your recommendation for a guide is clearly the only answer absolutely means I haven't a clue about salmon fishing. Who could possibly argue with logic that clear.
It's only your first paragraph I'm referring too. :tup:
Post by: buckfvr on January 28, 2014, 05:47:33 PM
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Post by: Muleyslyr on January 28, 2014, 08:07:25 PM