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Title: Tuna in August
Post by: BIGMIKE on April 12, 2016, 11:31:50 PM: I was just going to ask your input about a tuna charter trip based on your experience. Ilwaco or westport does not matter. I just want to give my wife best bang foe her buck as it will be my birthday present from her. I figure I better get this trip together before she changes her mind. Is one day enough of is it wise to do 2 day trip. Any input is welcome. :)
Title: Re: Tuna in August
Post by: Taco280AI on April 13, 2016, 12:33:18 AM: Interested in the same thing (for late sept) after I get out of this place
Title: Re: Tuna in August
Post by: BackCountryJunki on April 13, 2016, 05:21:26 AM: I have been going out with chuck Custer on the Freedom for several years. Excellent fishing, awesome crew. Haven't gone out yet and not come back with a full boat of tuna. Chuck and his crew make it a unforgettable experience.

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Title: Re: Tuna in August
Post by: Forks on April 13, 2016, 06:44:37 AM: Jim/Epic Adventures (board member) out of Ilwaco will put you on more longfins in one day than you'll know what to do with.
Title: Re: Tuna in August
Post by: fishngamereaper on April 13, 2016, 06:48:40 AM: Do an express trip on a 6 pack boat. Avoid the big charters for tuna IMO. Kevin with KC Sportfishing, Todd runs Toddds Extreme Sportfishing, Pat and the Tailwalker crew, All Rivers, The Far Corners crew...you cant go wrong with any of them. Some times I have an open seat for tuna, it depends on the day. I do a lot of last minute trips based on the weather.

When in August do you want to go?. The week of the 10-14th is going to be madness with the Tuna Classic going on. Don't expect to find an available charter that weekend.
Title: Re: Tuna in August
Post by: Skillet on April 13, 2016, 07:01:24 AM: I've fished with Mark @ All Rivers a couple of times, and can recommend him without hesitation. The later on August you can go, the better IMHO.
Title: Re: Tuna in August
Post by: Dhoey07 on April 13, 2016, 07:20:11 AM: At this point, you might not have many options. Most good tuna boats fill up early in the year.

A day trip should be plenty for you guys and whatever boat you choose, make sure it's a live bait trip.
Title: Re: Tuna in August
Post by: quadrafire on April 13, 2016, 07:42:16 AM: Quote from: Skillet on April 13, 2016, 07:01:24 AM
I've fished with Mark @ All Rivers a couple of times, and can recommend him without hesitation. The later on August you can go, the better IMHO.
:yeah:
I've only done it once, and my arms were so sore from a one day, couldn't imagine 2 days in a row. Not to mention I didn't really feel like chumming more than one day :chuckle:

Most fun I've ever had on a fishing trip (sea sickness aside). It is intense
Title: Re: Tuna in August
Post by: C-Money on April 13, 2016, 07:50:48 AM: Chuck on the Freedom would be a great choice.
Title: Re: Tuna in August
Post by: Dhoey07 on April 13, 2016, 07:58:11 AM: Quote from: C-Money on April 13, 2016, 07:50:48 AM
Chuck on the Freedom would be a great choice.

We do a bottom fish trip with him every year. Great captain and great crew :tup:

Tuna we go with the Kevin in the Goldrush
Title: Re: Tuna in August
Post by: et1702 on April 13, 2016, 08:21:35 AM: Todd's Extreme Sportfishing is awesome charter. I'm booked for the 14th of August. Todd was booking fast, and that was when I booked back in February. Not sure if any spots left, but worth a call.

ET
Title: Re: Tuna in August
Post by: Elkrunner on April 13, 2016, 09:06:07 AM: Quote from: et1702 on April 13, 2016, 08:21:35 AM

Todd's Extreme Sportfishing is awesome charter. I'm booked for the 14th of August. Todd was booking fast, and that was when I booked back in February. Not sure if any spots left, but worth a call.

ET

Can't wait for that trip!!!!
Title: Re: Tuna in August
Post by: Mark Youngblood on April 13, 2016, 07:27:09 PM: Check out my website, I have been running out of Ilwaco for years and I have the live bait dialed in I assure you...I had a 38 fish per trip average last year, I carry more live bait than almost any other charter (that I know of), I carry almost 3/4 tote of ice so fish care is very high priority to me...I only carry 5 anglers (to make more room for fish)..I use some of the best gear available and have a very fast and comfortable boat...my fish boxes hold 40-50 fish depending on size and I am accustomed to coming home full....I am the "new kid on the block" in the charter world but I have been fishing with a crew of guys and strangers for years...you will not be sorry to book with me I assure you.

Mark Youngblood
Title: Re: Tuna in August
Post by: Skillet on April 13, 2016, 07:31:07 PM: 5 vs 6 guys may not sounds like much difference, but I would definitely appreciate the extra room and 8-10 tuna that represents.
What kind of boat do you run Mark? No link to your website in your signature line?
Title: Re: Tuna in August
Post by: 2labs on April 13, 2016, 07:35:15 PM: I've been out with mark of all rivers! Back in by 3pm lotsa tuna. Highly recommend. If you haven't been Tuna fishing before? Book it right now! Bucket list fisherie! :tup:
Title: Re: Tuna in August
Post by: Mark Youngblood on April 13, 2016, 07:48:10 PM: Quote from: Skillet on April 13, 2016, 07:31:07 PM
5 vs 6 guys may not sounds like much difference, but I would definitely appreciate the extra room and 8-10 tuna that represents.
What kind of boat do you run Mark? No link to your website in your signature line?

www.markyoungbloodsportfishing.com

I personally know everyone mentioned in the above thread and have for years...they are all fine fishermen...I decided to make charter/guiding my full time job so I am committed to this....Todd with Todds Extreme is a very good friend of mine...

I have a 2011 custom built 30 ft offshore full "fish around" boat...I had her built specifically for tuna, twin 300 hp Mercury Verado, full compliment of Simrad electronics, Flir, 120 gallon live bait tank, epirb, 8 man SOLAS raft, AIS, etc...I take safety and catching tuna very seriously...named the boat "Pacific Addiction"...I assure you I definitely know how to catch tuna....check out my site, ask about me on Bloody Decks or Ifish...I am the "real deal" just new to the charter game.....I had over 100 customs rods built this year if that tells you how serious I am....been crossing the CR bar for well over 10 years easy....get 5 person together and book the boat for the day is my suggestion...I also do salmon, halibut, bottom fish, sturgeon and steelhead!

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Title: Re: Tuna in August
Post by: Boss .300 winmag on April 13, 2016, 08:07:13 PM: Quote from: Mark Youngblood Sportfishing on April 13, 2016, 07:48:10 PM
Quote from: Skillet on April 13, 2016, 07:31:07 PM
5 vs 6 guys may not sounds like much difference, but I would definitely appreciate the extra room and 8-10 tuna that represents.
What kind of boat do you run Mark? No link to your website in your signature line?

www.markyoungloodsportfishing.com

I personally know everyone mentioned in the above thread and have for years...they are all fine fishermen...I decided to make charter/guiding my full time job so I am committed to this....Todd with Todds Extreme is a very good friend of mine...

I have a 2011 custom built 30 ft offshore full "fish around" boat...I had her built specifically for tuna, twin 300 hp Mercury Verado, full compliment of Simrad electronics, Flir, 120 gallon live bait tank, epirb, 8 man SOLAS raft, AIS, etc...I take safety and catching tuna very seriously...named the boat "Pacific Addiction"...I assure you I definitely know how to catch tuna....check out my site, ask about me on Bloody Decks or Ifish...I am the "real deal" just new to the charter game.....I had over 100 customs rods built this year if that tells you how serious I am....been crossing the CR bar for well over 10 years easy....get 5 person together and book the boat for the day is my suggestion...I also do salmon, halibut, bottom fish, sturgeon and steelhead!

Wha do you charge for a day of tuna fishing?
Title: Re: Tuna in August
Post by: Ingwe on April 13, 2016, 08:13:49 PM: Kevin on the Goldrush out of Westport
Title: Re: Tuna in August
Post by: Wingin it on April 13, 2016, 08:33:41 PM: I have personally fished with Mark Youngblood a few times. Never for tuna, at least not yet! He takes fishing seriously and he is easy to get along with. I wouldn't hesitate to book a trip with him for tuna.
Title: Re: Tuna in August
Post by: Mark Youngblood on April 13, 2016, 08:51:57 PM: pricing is all on my web site...tuna is $400 per person
Title: Re: Tuna in August
Post by: chester on April 13, 2016, 09:12:03 PM: Link didn't work for me

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Title: Re: Tuna in August
Post by: Mark Youngblood on April 13, 2016, 09:17:26 PM: http://www.markyoungbloodsportfishing.com/

I just checked and site is working please let me know if you have any further problems
Title: Re: Tuna in August
Post by: chester on April 13, 2016, 09:22:43 PM: That one works 👍

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Title: Re: Tuna in August
Post by: elkfins on April 14, 2016, 09:47:53 PM: While I haven't fished with Mark, I have some friends that do regularly. I can vouch that he'll put you on more tuna than you know what to do with.
Out of Westport for 6 packs, talk to Patrick at Tailwalker, Kerry at Offshore Northwest, Darrel at Far corners or Mark at ARSC. All of these guys run great 6 pack boats, provide top quality gear and will work hard to put you on tuna.
Title: Re: Tuna in August
Post by: buckhorn2 on April 15, 2016, 04:38:32 PM: The big question is going to be if they let us have anchovies this year. They closed sardine fishing again this year and there is a lot of talk about anchovies.
Title: Re: Tuna in August
Post by: bowtechian on April 16, 2016, 11:11:33 AM: Bust out the swim baits & irons

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