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Other Activities => Fishing => Topic started by: huntandjeep on July 22, 2019, 07:43:05 AM

Title: Kids and Salmon fishing
Post by: huntandjeep on July 22, 2019, 07:43:05 AM: Have 2 daughters 11 and 7 and going to book a fall salmon trip on the Columbia. I know they dont need a license but assume they both need catch cards ? Also is thier limit same as adults ?
Title: Re: Kids and Salmon fishing
Post by: 2MANY on July 22, 2019, 07:49:42 AM: Yes and yes.
Title: Re: Kids and Salmon fishing
Post by: C-Money on July 22, 2019, 08:02:35 AM: :yeah: They are gonna have a blast!! Enjoy that fishing trip!
Title: Re: Kids and Salmon fishing
Post by: 7mmfan on July 22, 2019, 08:30:38 AM: As 2MANY said, yes and yes. You're good to go. Bring a ton of snacks and treats they don't usually get. Make it a special event that they'll remember fondly. The fishing is a big part of it, but all the fringe benefits that go along with it are what really make the trip for the kiddos. Have fun and take lots of pictures!
Title: Re: Kids and Salmon fishing
Post by: Stein on July 22, 2019, 09:15:16 AM: You may also want to see if the guide can work a few crab pots in if you don't get crab often.
Title: Re: Kids and Salmon fishing
Post by: huntandjeep on July 22, 2019, 10:01:52 AM: Quote from: Stein on July 22, 2019, 09:15:16 AM
You may also want to see if the guide can work a few crab pots in if you don't get crab often.
Will be fishing by Hanford, pretty sure there are no crabs within 100 miles of there :chuckle:

Also should I tip the guide ? I know when I go out of Westport I throw the bait boy some cash , never done a river trip
Title: Re: Kids and Salmon fishing
Post by: 7mmfan on July 22, 2019, 10:25:11 AM: Always tip your guide if you think he deserves it. It's very much appreciated.
Title: Re: Kids and Salmon fishing
Post by: C-Money on July 22, 2019, 10:29:18 AM: May check and see if Sam has any openings with Slammin' Salmon guide service. He would be an excellent choice with the kiddos. Tell him Corey sent ya...
Title: Re: Kids and Salmon fishing
Post by: carpsniperg2 on July 22, 2019, 10:51:59 AM: For sure tip based on how the trip goes. Hope the bite is on and you guys can get into some fish.
Title: Re: Kids and Salmon fishing
Post by: huntandjeep on July 22, 2019, 05:43:06 PM: So am I reading the regs right that as of July 1st the Columbia river endorsement is no longer needed ?
Title: Re: Kids and Salmon fishing
Post by: 95powersmoker on July 23, 2019, 07:41:42 AM: Quote from: huntandjeep on July 22, 2019, 05:43:06 PM
So am I reading the regs right that as of July 1st the Columbia river endorsement is no longer needed ?

Correct. All you need for the kids is the catch card. All you need for you is a freshwater fishing license and a catch card. No Columbia River Endorsement needed any longer.
Title: Re: Kids and Salmon fishing
Post by: huntandjeep on July 23, 2019, 02:22:47 PM: Quote from: 95powersmoker on July 23, 2019, 07:41:42 AM
Quote from: huntandjeep on July 22, 2019, 05:43:06 PM
So am I reading the regs right that as of July 1st the Columbia river endorsement is no longer needed ?

Correct. All you need for the kids is the catch card. All you need for you is a freshwater fishing license and a catch card. No Columbia River Endorsement needed any longer.
Thanks for that .
Assume I have to start an online account @ WDFW for both the daughters to get there catch cards ? Or can they just he bought over the counter at a sporting goods store even though they dont have a license ?
Title: Re: Kids and Salmon fishing
Post by: Stein on July 23, 2019, 04:11:01 PM: You can do it online or at the store. They will get a WILD number generated if they don't have one. If you do it online, you can have them mailed to your house if you have a week or more before you need them. Price is the same either way. Salmon punch cards should be free for kids (they get a free combo license - fresh, salt & shellfish).