Post by: carpsniperg2 on April 11, 2011, 12:43:22 AM
I wanted to offer an idea that could bring members together and provide some great opportunities for members to meet each other. After putting some thought into it, the idea that came to mind is this new thread.
I HAVE AN OPEN FISHING SEAT:
If you are going to have an open seat on your boat or would like someone to ride with you for a fishing trip you could ask other members if they would like to go fishing with you. Post the details of your trip in this thread.
Here is a list of useful details. Date of the trip/fish you are after/area that you will fishing -launching /gear needed “note if you have extra gear for people to use if they don’t”. This can also apply for trips to go bank fishing, etc. Just post the info and note how you plan to fish.
FYI - This thread is not for guides or anyone trying to make money by taking another person fishing. But there is nothing wrong with asking someone to share the costs of gas/bait/etc. To go fishing. You will need to talk about this with the person you are going fishing with. I would suggest you use your own discretion regarding who you choose to meet, but this could be a great way to meet new members and have some fun fishing! I also suggest that if anyone approaches you asking you to pay for a fishing trip, please report it. Good luck if you go fishing.
Post by: LittleJohn on April 11, 2011, 12:48:30 AM
Post by: DeerHarvester on April 11, 2011, 01:29:26 AM
Post by: bass2elk on April 12, 2011, 07:39:37 AM
Post by: pjb3 on April 12, 2011, 05:48:40 PM
I keep my boat in La Conner and fish around Whidbey and San Juans
Post by: fishermanjoe on April 12, 2011, 06:37:42 PM
I have an extra rod if you need one. We are using float tubes, you will need to bring your own if you have one, or you can fish from the sand bar if you dont have one. (tubes/pontoons are much nicer than bank fishing)
You will need your own bugs. I am leaving this wed at noon from the Evening Hatch Fly Shop here in Ellensburg. This is no guided trip, its a fun fish.
If the winds are to ridiculous at Crab Creek we will hit the local lakes.
PM me if you want to go. I will be on the computer from 7:00am till 11:30am!
Post by: RemingtonMike on April 12, 2011, 06:49:51 PM
I am ALWAYS out fishing/crabbing/shrimping so if anyone wants to go, just let me know
I keep my boat in La Conner and fish around Whidbey and San Juans
I live in Sequim about 30 min from Whidbey Island, I'm only 15 so you might consider me to young but it would be sweet if someday I could get out fishing with you I've always wanted to fish the sound so far I've only got Steelhead, kokanee and ALOT of trout fishing in.
Post by: uncoolperson on April 12, 2011, 06:56:06 PM
Post by: carpsniperg2 on April 12, 2011, 07:19:59 PM
Post by: BigD on April 16, 2011, 02:33:53 AM
Post by: shoot-em-dead on April 16, 2011, 06:20:49 AM
Post by: rasbo on April 16, 2011, 08:08:50 AM
Post by: gotshot on April 16, 2011, 08:27:45 AM
Post by: BOWHUNTER45 on April 16, 2011, 09:14:57 AM
Post by: pjb3 on April 16, 2011, 09:37:32 AM
I am ALWAYS out fishing/crabbing/shrimping so if anyone wants to go, just let me know
I keep my boat in La Conner and fish around Whidbey and San Juans
I live in Sequim about 30 min from Whidbey Island, I'm only 15 so you might consider me to young but it would be sweet if someday I could get out fishing with you I've always wanted to fish the sound so far I've only got Steelhead, kokanee and ALOT of trout fishing in.
U area actually pretty far from where I head out of but if you can get there, I can take you. No problem on being young. I used to be a young one myself 8)
Post by: Huntbear on May 04, 2011, 02:39:24 PM
Post by: BIGINNER on May 04, 2011, 03:45:16 PM
Post by: pjb3 on May 04, 2011, 04:47:03 PM
Post by: lokidog on May 06, 2011, 05:14:44 PM
Post by: carpsniperg2 on May 06, 2011, 05:17:22 PM
Post by: Ihuntelk2 on May 06, 2011, 05:29:40 PM
Post by: pjb3 on May 07, 2011, 01:36:43 PM
We did bag going today because of weather, someone already died this AM :'(
Post by: pjb3 on May 07, 2011, 01:44:53 PM
This could work. Here's Pete with three other Hunt-Wa members on Friday.
By the way, any ideas on how much it weighs? Not a scale big enough to weigh in onboard so :bash:
Post by: YoterHunter on May 07, 2011, 02:02:04 PM
Post by: lokidog on May 07, 2011, 07:09:07 PM
My boy and I limited today on shrimp and got a 10 pound ling.
Post by: Maverick on May 09, 2011, 10:10:13 AM
Post by: Huntbear on May 10, 2011, 07:31:17 PM
Im always looking for someone to fish with..dont have a boat but seems like all my friends these days are always busy busy busy...Salmon and Steelhead .. :chuckle:
Come on down.. lets go fishing some time.. lots of salmon and steelhead to be had...
Post by: PA BEN on May 13, 2011, 06:24:32 AM
Post by: huntergreg on May 15, 2011, 07:38:02 PM
Post by: D-Rock425 on May 16, 2011, 08:28:08 PM
Post by: lokidog on May 22, 2011, 08:39:08 AM
Post by: LMG on May 22, 2011, 10:22:55 AM
Post by: TheHunt on June 13, 2011, 08:33:31 PM
Post by: rebal69972 on June 14, 2011, 12:57:32 AM
Post by: TheHunt on June 23, 2011, 10:55:35 AM
Post by: freberd on June 28, 2011, 06:18:32 AM
I was thinking of mooring my boat there for a month. Fish on weekends (when it opens both days)
Would be great to find some one with an rv to park there for a month. So we had some place to sleep at night.
Or we could carpool down on weekends
Ray
Post by: lokidog on June 28, 2011, 08:50:48 AM
anyone looking to go fishing in westport?
I was thinking of mooring my boat there for a month. Fish on weekends (when it opens both days)
Would be great to find some one with an rv to park there for a month. So we had some place to sleep at night.
Or we could carpool down on weekends
Ray
Might take you up on that, it's a long way to haul my Trophy. What are you running?
Post by: freberd on June 28, 2011, 10:13:33 AM
Post by: junkyard on July 03, 2011, 10:47:50 AM
Post by: outdoorstoreys on July 04, 2011, 11:09:29 AM
Post by: carpsniperg2 on July 04, 2011, 01:56:40 PM
Post by: pjb3 on July 04, 2011, 04:02:58 PM
Great idea. Iam out of Marysville and fish mid week most of the time.
Lets go fishing, I'm in M-ville too
Post by: chongo469 on July 04, 2011, 04:12:23 PM
Post by: outdoorstoreys on July 04, 2011, 04:16:03 PM
Iam new to this web site. What is the proper way to contact some one?Great idea. Iam out of Marysville and fish mid week most of the time.
Lets go fishing, I'm in M-ville too
Post by: Widgeondeke on July 04, 2011, 04:17:54 PM
Post by: carpsniperg2 on July 04, 2011, 04:25:19 PM
Iam new to this web site. What is the proper way to contact some one?Great idea. Iam out of Marysville and fish mid week most of the time.
Lets go fishing, I'm in M-ville too
You can talk to them on here or just send them a pm :tup:
Post by: outdoorstoreys on July 04, 2011, 05:07:55 PM
Iam new to this web site. What is the proper way to contact some one?Great idea. Iam out of Marysville and fish mid week most of the time.
Lets go fishing, I'm in M-ville too
You can talk to them on here or just send them a pm :tup:
Thanks for the info-Carp
PJ- let me know when your up to it.
Post by: pjb3 on July 05, 2011, 08:17:10 PM
Post by: jeepster on July 07, 2011, 04:22:04 PM
once the fish are here, im on the boat anywhere from 2 to 6 times a week, sometimes for just a few hours, sometimes all day.
i meantioned fuel, but dont worry, it only has a 4banger so 40$ in fuel usually covers a whole afternoon
Post by: Heartsblood on July 07, 2011, 04:27:42 PM
Post by: Heartsblood on July 26, 2011, 08:23:06 AM
Is this thing on? :dunno:
Post by: carpsniperg2 on August 03, 2011, 03:49:44 PM
Post by: Heartsblood on August 03, 2011, 08:05:34 PM
Stoked to see the generosity and camaraderie that has come out of this thread and the forum. Thanks for posting.
Good luck tomorrow!
Post by: myoung813 on August 03, 2011, 08:16:58 PM
Post by: carpsniperg2 on August 03, 2011, 11:05:08 PM
What an offer carpsniperg2! Man... if I hadn't just taken a day off last week to go crabbing and fishing, I'd play hookie again to join ya. Dang! I totally pitch in for gas, bait, etc. Mebbe next time.
Stoked to see the generosity and camaraderie that has come out of this thread and the forum. Thanks for posting.
Good luck tomorrow!
Thank you. No need for gas money unless you ride down from gdale with me. I am just being a bankie right now. It's been slow so far a few fish but not many yet.
Post by: lokidog on August 04, 2011, 09:57:39 AM
We will leave Skyline Marina in Anacortes at 7:00 a.m. I have gear to use unless you have a special rod you want to bring. We will be trolling off San Juan Island.
Contact me for more info or to lock it in. First PM will get in as I will be out of cell range shortly.
Ed
Post by: Heartsblood on August 04, 2011, 11:45:25 AM
What an offer carpsniperg2! Man... if I hadn't just taken a day off last week to go crabbing and fishing, I'd play hookie again to join ya. Dang! I totally pitch in for gas, bait, etc. Mebbe next time.
Stoked to see the generosity and camaraderie that has come out of this thread and the forum. Thanks for posting.
Good luck tomorrow!
Thank you. No need for gas money unless you ride down from gdale with me. I am just being a bankie right now. It's been slow so far a few fish but not many yet.
Ah. Not really an "open seat" but. I still woulda been interested - great excuse to go fishing, learn a new area, meet new people etc. Plus, I gotta lot to learn about bank fishing. It I like getting schooled by people with experience as opposed to figuring it all out on my own. There's enough opportunity in life to do that already! :chuckle:
How did it go today anyweys?
Post by: runamuk on August 05, 2011, 03:12:00 PM
What an offer carpsniperg2! Man... if I hadn't just taken a day off last week to go crabbing and fishing, I'd play hookie again to join ya. Dang! I totally pitch in for gas, bait, etc. Mebbe next time.
Stoked to see the generosity and camaraderie that has come out of this thread and the forum. Thanks for posting.
Good luck tomorrow!
Thank you. No need for gas money unless you ride down from gdale with me. I am just being a bankie right now. It's been slow so far a few fish but not many yet.
Ah. Not really an "open seat" but. I still woulda been interested - great excuse to go fishing, learn a new area, meet new people etc. Plus, I gotta lot to learn about bank fishing. It I like getting schooled by people with experience as opposed to figuring it all out on my own. There's enough opportunity in life to do that already! :chuckle:
How did it go today anyweys?
poor guy ran into me :chuckle: :chuckle: and there were no fish being caught that I saw.....
Post by: carpsniperg2 on August 08, 2011, 12:15:54 AM
Post by: lokidog on August 08, 2011, 08:52:38 AM
Yep it was one of those days! Not many fishing getting caught from the bank yet.
Seems contagious, took FC and Heartsblood out yesterday for pinks off San Juan, beautiful day on the water, an orca swam under our boat, put some crab in the cooler, but only landed one pink. At least we didn't see other boats yarding them in around us....
Hopefully It'll pick up.
Post by: Ripper on August 08, 2011, 07:07:40 PM
Post by: freberd on August 18, 2011, 06:49:05 AM
I have a few phone calls out to friends just waiting to hear back to see if anyone can get away from work/family
I have a 22ft wellcraft ready to fish. Looking for someone who knows how to fish and has there own gear.
Bring your own bait and chip in on gas
Possible open seat dates are aug 21st-25th
Post by: Huntbear on September 12, 2011, 10:37:00 PM
Post by: jwroberts on October 31, 2011, 01:25:40 PM
Post by: newbie76 on January 12, 2012, 10:33:39 AM
no boat, but I'm always looking for someone to join me on hike in fishing trips. (almost every weekend once the snow disappears and this school thing gets done for the year)
What areas do you hike in to fish...that sounds like a blast.......
Post by: pjb3 on January 14, 2012, 01:28:47 PM
I have open seats and taking reservations
Post by: robodad on January 20, 2012, 11:42:52 PM
Damn, can't get halibut and ling off my mind, so who is ready to get them in 4 MONTHS :sry: :drool:
I have open seats and taking reservations
I'm like you, cannot get the damn things off my mind, I'm hoping to get out more this year so maybe I'll hit you up to borrow one of them open seat thingies !!! What general locations to you primarily fish ??
Post by: pjb3 on January 22, 2012, 09:45:45 AM
Great for ling too
After posting my other post, went out and bought lots of gear and pole/reels/etc...
Even ate the last of my catch that night
Post by: sirmissalot on January 22, 2012, 08:59:59 PM
Post by: robodad on January 22, 2012, 09:45:09 PM
I was just thinking today I need to start an open seat thread, didn't know there already was one. I'll have open seats from time to time, Westport, Lapush and occasionally an open seat for Neah Bay. I fish everything from salmon, halibut, bottomfish and tuna. Send me a PM of you're interested and I'll keep you in mind when seats open up!
Keep me in mind when you have room on a tuna adventure, I have never done it but anxious to give it a try, I try fish LaPush as much as I can but my boat is too small to go after the tuna which is one of my favorite things to eat....fresh canned tuna or just steaks even !! :EAT:
I wouldn't mind going for halibut or ling cod either, just tell me when, where, and how much and I'll be there !!! :fishin:
Post by: pjb3 on January 22, 2012, 10:02:33 PM
I was just thinking today I need to start an open seat thread, didn't know there already was one. I'll have open seats from time to time, Westport, Lapush and occasionally an open seat for Neah Bay. I fish everything from salmon, halibut, bottomfish and tuna. Send me a PM of you're interested and I'll keep you in mind when seats open up!
I'm up for a trip with ya too, love bottom fishing and since there no ling here to think of, would be interested in that, butts and tuna too.
Keep me in mind
Post by: jwroberts on February 02, 2012, 02:32:56 PM
Jon
Post by: Camoking on February 19, 2012, 01:51:21 PM
CK
Post by: Huntbear on February 21, 2012, 07:39:41 PM
Looking for anybody that may have an open seat for Spring Chinook or ??????? Am more than willing to pay my share. Oh, I am in the Longview area on the Cowlitz river.
Post by: pjb3 on March 12, 2012, 03:21:20 PM
Post by: robodad on March 12, 2012, 04:54:42 PM
Getting closer to LING AND BUTTS!!!!!!!! :chuckle:
T minus 5 days and counting !!! :IBCOOL:
At least on the coast !! ;)
Post by: pjb3 on March 12, 2012, 04:58:00 PM
Post by: robodad on March 12, 2012, 07:43:37 PM
Didn't know about the early opening on the coast, I gotta wait til Puget sound opens
I hear ya, LaConner is a ways from the coast !! Wouldn't want to be out there today !! 50-60mph wind gusts :yike:
Post by: asmith on March 24, 2012, 09:00:37 AM
Post by: pjb3 on April 13, 2012, 12:17:27 PM
Post by: pjb3 on April 25, 2012, 07:52:09 PM
Post by: wildernesswilly on April 29, 2012, 09:59:45 PM
One, maybe 2 seats open for the halibut opener, anyone want to go the 5th?
Was just up in Neah Bay with the family this weekend. Place we stayed was a fishing camp/ resort (ok parking lot with a boat launch and some shacks called cabins). Made me crazy to see all that fishing going on and not have a pole with me. Wouldn't trade time with the kids for a day fishing though!
Can't believe no one has jumped on your offer PJ! If it weren't a ways for me to drive from Gig Harbor I would likely be all over it.
Post by: SquirrelHunter on May 02, 2012, 06:42:52 PM
Post by: pjb3 on May 24, 2012, 03:54:44 PM
Post by: SquirrelHunter on May 24, 2012, 06:18:17 PM
Late but anyway, open seat for ling/halibut for this Sat teh 26th, let me know :hello:
PM Sent
Post by: sirmissalot on January 31, 2013, 10:44:15 AM
PM me if you're interested so we can talk about it. I had an interesting experience taking a guy from here last year so I was a little weary the rest of the year, maybe we'll give it another shot.
Post by: pips4bucks on February 02, 2013, 10:38:05 PM
Post by: Cap.Silver on February 27, 2013, 08:40:47 PM
Post by: Cap.Silver on February 28, 2013, 06:20:38 PM
Post by: snocohunter on April 25, 2013, 06:10:19 PM
Post by: sled on April 25, 2013, 06:21:43 PM
Thinking of fishing Kokanne in Lake Stevens tomorrow morning. No riggers just trolling up top in 12 ft boat. Never tried it before. If anyone wants to go pm me.Good Luck! Let Us Know How You Do. There Has Been More And More Boats Out There Every Morning. Should Be Getting Good Soon.
Post by: snocohunter on April 25, 2013, 06:24:37 PM
Post by: SquirrelHunter on May 12, 2013, 08:27:04 PM
weekends or weekdays, anyone?
Post by: hawksfan75 on May 13, 2013, 09:34:38 AM
Well, we just bought a boat. And then my wife got pregnant. So, now we're in the heart of lingcod season and she's got morning sickness. But, I get the green light to go out. My challenge is I have no idea what I'm doing :)
So, I've got a boat, the coolers and a new bottom rod, but would love somebody to show me some of the spots like slag pile, off of Whidbey etc...
ericberto @ gmail is my main contact
Post by: MLBowhunting on May 17, 2013, 02:29:39 PM
Post by: Tman on August 08, 2013, 07:26:40 PM
Post by: kenzmad on August 22, 2013, 10:24:41 PM
Post by: ffbowhunter on January 23, 2014, 05:45:36 PM
Post by: pjb3 on April 08, 2014, 03:50:35 PM
Going out of La Conner, anyone up for some fishing?
Post by: sled on April 08, 2014, 04:06:44 PM
Seats for halibut and ling for the month of MayOoo Ooo Me Please! A Day Trip? What Kind Of Gear To Bring? Any Set Days Yet?
Going out of La Conner, anyone up for some fishing?
Post by: vandeman17 on April 08, 2014, 04:13:33 PM
Post by: vandeman17 on April 08, 2014, 04:25:08 PM
I tried to respond to your PM but your inbox is full. :tup:
Post by: NWRookie on April 08, 2014, 05:47:36 PM
Post by: Smossy on April 08, 2014, 05:58:53 PM
Seats for halibut and ling for the month of May
Going out of La Conner, anyone up for some fishing?
Put me and lady smoss in line :tup:
Post by: pjb3 on April 09, 2014, 06:34:23 PM
Halibut are May9-10,17,22-25,29-31, June 7
It costs about $100 to run to spots for the day so...
Gear, heavy tackle, big gigs, squid,heavy weight
Post by: SquirrelHunter on April 23, 2014, 10:48:13 AM
Post by: Hunterman on April 30, 2014, 07:47:35 PM
Hunterman(Tony)
Post by: gasman on April 30, 2014, 07:55:48 PM
dates are May1-June 15 for ling
Halibut are May9-10,17,22-25,29-31, June 7
It costs about $100 to run to spots for the day so...
Gear, heavy tackle, big gigs, squid,heavy weight
GREAT -DOES IT MEAN YOU CAN PAY FC AND ME THE MONEY YOU OWE US .IT HAS BEEN YEAR OR TWO NOW .... AND YOU DARE TO ASK FOLKS FOR PAYING YOU ? I STRONGLY URGE EVERYONE TO BE CAREFUL BECAUSE PETE HERE IS THIEF ....... IN MY MIND.
Sorry but I gotta go with Martin this one Pete.
You need to make good with them. what you did was phucked up :bdid: :bdid: :bdid: :bdid: :bdid:
Post by: h20hunter on April 30, 2014, 08:06:00 PM
Post by: D-Rock425 on April 30, 2014, 08:35:49 PM
Post by: pjb3 on May 04, 2014, 12:31:56 PM
The past is done and I've moved on, U should do, I am not in the wrong there either
Like taking people and money is not an issue
Post by: JJB11B on May 11, 2014, 07:28:57 PM
Post by: gasman on May 17, 2014, 05:49:53 PM
Got an empty seat or two in the boat.
Not sure if im hitting the Narrows or Desmoins yet, will decide in he AM.
Send me a PM if interested :fishin:
Pete
Post by: mwhunter on July 11, 2014, 06:52:35 PM
Post by: carpsniperg2 on July 11, 2014, 08:15:21 PM
Post by: Romulus1297 on July 11, 2014, 08:22:24 PM
Post by: washingtonmuley on August 19, 2014, 08:00:27 PM
Thanks
Post by: lokidog on August 23, 2014, 10:42:02 PM
Post by: lokidog on February 12, 2015, 10:07:46 AM
I'm going to try to hit the last of the San Juan blackmouth season Saturday and Sunday. If you can get out to Lopez Island, I can pick you up at Hunter Bay boat launch. I'm not sure what time I'll be out but it is not too far to the dock.
No guarantees of course. :rolleyes: I have gear unless you have a favorite rod/lures/bait you want to use.
Post by: lokidog on February 12, 2015, 04:09:14 PM
Noone since August with an open seat? :(
I'm going to try to hit the last of the San Juan blackmouth season Saturday and Sunday. If you can get out to Lopez Island, I can pick you up at Hunter Bay boat launch. I'm not sure what time I'll be out but it is not too far to the dock.
No guarantees of course. :rolleyes: I have gear unless you have a favorite rod/lures/bait you want to use.
Bump
Post by: winslow on March 15, 2015, 01:39:51 PM
Now I've renewed my license but can't quite afford a boat that will get me on anything but a pretty calm lake. A friend gifted me an 8' boat so I can at least row around lake Leland and such.
If anybody has an empty seat to get out on some bigger water, I would be hugely grateful for an opportunity any day of the week and happy to subsidize food, fuel, etc. costs that day.
I'll definitely make sure to pay it forward (hopefully this fall) when I get a boat that can handle it and take some other folks out.
Thanks in advance!
-Winslow
Post by: Seahawk12 on April 12, 2015, 10:04:53 AM
Post by: pjb3 on April 28, 2015, 06:21:22 PM
I moved up to the Olympic peninsula from Oregon last year, got my license and did OK fishing from the shore, re-learning and getting more experience as it had been some years since I had done much fishing.I'm going out for ling this weekend if you want to tag along
Now I've renewed my license but can't quite afford a boat that will get me on anything but a pretty calm lake. A friend gifted me an 8' boat so I can at least row around lake Leland and such.
If anybody has an empty seat to get out on some bigger water, I would be hugely
grateful for an opportunity any day of the week and happy to subsidize food, fuel, etc. costs that day.
I'll definitely make sure to pay it forward (hopefully this fall) when I get a boat that can handle it and take some other folks out.
Thanks in advance!
-Winslow
30' boat, fun but u have to travel abit to get to la conner
Post by: winslow on April 28, 2015, 06:36:07 PM
I moved up to the Olympic peninsula from Oregon last year, got my license and did OK fishing from the shore, re-learning and getting more experience as it had been some years since I had done much fishing.I'm going out for ling this weekend if you want to tag along
Now I've renewed my license but can't quite afford a boat that will get me on anything but a pretty calm lake. A friend gifted me an 8' boat so I can at least row around lake Leland and such.
If anybody has an empty seat to get out on some bigger water, I would be hugely
grateful for an opportunity any day of the week and happy to subsidize food, fuel, etc. costs that day.
I'll definitely make sure to pay it forward (hopefully this fall) when I get a boat that can handle it and take some other folks out.
Thanks in advance!
-Winslow
30' boat, fun but u have to travel abit to get to la conner
I'm there! 2 hours travel is nothing anymore since living on the OP.
PM sent...
Post by: hawksfan75 on May 13, 2015, 08:49:48 AM
Here's the deal, the rest of my crew can't get out until Friday afternoon, so I'm running solo on Thursday and Friday. I've also got extra room in the condo we've rented directly across the street from the marina.
So, fishing Thursday and Friday and a room Thursday night. PM for additional details etc...
Post by: bearhunter99 on May 19, 2015, 07:54:18 AM
I've lived on the west side for 8 years now and still haven't managed to make it out for any halibut or ling fishing, except for one charter which was a bust. If anyone has an open seat I have gas money and can bring lunch for the boat. I live in Mount Vernon but can travel if necessary.
Thanks!
Post by: Ripper on May 20, 2015, 01:35:02 PM
Post by: NWRookie on May 20, 2015, 04:45:47 PM
WDFW NEWS RELEASE
Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife
600 Capitol Way North, Olympia, WA 98501-1091
http://wdfw.wa.gov/
May 20, 2015
Contact: Heather Reed, (360) 249-4628, ext. 202
Halibut fishing off Neah Bay, La Push
to close May 21, will re-open May 23
OLYMPIA - Halibut fishing will be closed tomorrow (May 21) off the state's north coast but will re-open for a final day of fishing on May 23, Washington fishery managers announced today.
Anglers are expected to reach the 108,030-pound halibut quota in marine areas 3 (La Push) and 4 (Neah Bay) after one more day of fishing, said Heather Reed, coastal policy coordinator for the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW).
Those marine areas had been scheduled to be open for halibut fishing Thursday, when the weather is forecast to be marginal. Department staff consulted with sport fishing representatives and agreed to hold the final day of halibut fishing on Saturday, when weather is expected to improve, Reed said.
"We apologize for the short notice," Reed said. "We typically like to give more warning of a closure. But we want to give anglers a good chance to catch a halibut and we believe the better opportunity to do so will be on Saturday."
In all marine areas open to halibut fishing, there is a one-fish daily catch limit and no minimum size restriction. Anglers may possess a maximum of two fish in any form and must record their catch on a WDFW catch record card.
Post by: sled on May 20, 2015, 05:24:58 PM
Pm sent bear hunter. Anybody else want to go shrimping and halibut fishing tomorrow? $orry for the short notice. PM me your phone #. I'm also going Friday if anybody wants to go.. Oh man! I wish! Where, when, and return time?
Post by: JimmyHoffa on May 20, 2015, 05:41:51 PM
Just got this notice - closed tomorrow in Neah Bay, not sure where you are going.If someone was already at Neah Bay and couldn't fish MA 4, it's not a real long boat ride to MA 5. Could head there, fish the mouth of the Hoko river or something.
WDFW NEWS RELEASE
Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife
600 Capitol Way North, Olympia, WA 98501-1091
http://wdfw.wa.gov/
May 20, 2015
Contact: Heather Reed, (360) 249-4628, ext. 202
Halibut fishing off Neah Bay, La Push
to close May 21, will re-open May 23
OLYMPIA - Halibut fishing will be closed tomorrow (May 21) off the state's north coast but will re-open for a final day of fishing on May 23, Washington fishery managers announced today.
Anglers are expected to reach the 108,030-pound halibut quota in marine areas 3 (La Push) and 4 (Neah Bay) after one more day of fishing, said Heather Reed, coastal policy coordinator for the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW).
Those marine areas had been scheduled to be open for halibut fishing Thursday, when the weather is forecast to be marginal. Department staff consulted with sport fishing representatives and agreed to hold the final day of halibut fishing on Saturday, when weather is expected to improve, Reed said.
"We apologize for the short notice," Reed said. "We typically like to give more warning of a closure. But we want to give anglers a good chance to catch a halibut and we believe the better opportunity to do so will be on Saturday."
In all marine areas open to halibut fishing, there is a one-fish daily catch limit and no minimum size restriction. Anglers may possess a maximum of two fish in any form and must record their catch on a WDFW catch record card.
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Post by: bear hunter on May 25, 2015, 08:09:20 PM
if this don't work look it up under quick search for fishing buddy. Posted under bearhunter
Post by: STIKNSTRINGBOW on May 25, 2015, 09:05:57 PM
Post by: bear hunter on May 28, 2015, 02:42:00 PM
What time Wednesday?sorry I didn't see the post. I ended up not going. Stuff came up. I might go next week will see. PM ME I would have to leave around 3 or 4 am to make it by sunrise.
Post by: bear hunter on June 01, 2015, 08:19:17 PM
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Post by: syoungs on October 20, 2016, 06:05:44 PM
Got 2 spots in the boat, 3 if 1 is a kid or kid'ish, or if the party is used to being on boats.
Have everything needed for 2-3 gear wise. Room in the truck for everyone.
Leaving for cities around 5 am. Gonna anchor and fish bobbers/shrimp. If your interested shoot me a pm.
Post by: Timberstalker on October 20, 2016, 06:31:07 PM
Post by: cbond3318 on October 20, 2016, 06:33:34 PM
Gonna be fishing steelhead tomorrow, at mcnary dam. Little upset it's closing for the year after tomorrow, it's my favorite place to fish. Last minute trip and most of my fishing buddies are deer hunting this weekend.
Got 2 spots in the boat, 3 if 1 is a kid or kid'ish, or if the party is used to being on boats.
Have everything needed for 2-3 gear wise. Room in the truck for everyone.
Leaving for cities around 5 am. Gonna anchor and fish bobbers/shrimp. If your interested shoot me a pm.
Man, wish I was in town , I'd hop in with ya. Staring at a bobber and bs'in sounds just about right!
Good luck man! :tup:
Post by: jennabug on October 20, 2016, 06:46:15 PM
Gonna be fishing steelhead tomorrow, at mcnary dam. Little upset it's closing for the year after tomorrow, it's my favorite place to fish. Last minute trip and most of my fishing buddies are deer hunting this weekend.What an offer! Wish I/we could tag along, but can't this time.
Got 2 spots in the boat, 3 if 1 is a kid or kid'ish, or if the party is used to being on boats.
Have everything needed for 2-3 gear wise. Room in the truck for everyone.
Leaving for cities around 5 am. Gonna anchor and fish bobbers/shrimp. If your interested shoot me a pm.
Post by: JJB11B on October 23, 2016, 02:37:26 PM
Gonna be fishing steelhead tomorrow, at mcnary dam. Little upset it's closing for the year after tomorrow, it's my favorite place to fish. Last minute trip and most of my fishing buddies are deer hunting this weekend.do you ever see a red fiberglass warrior boat fishing there? its got a tiller 225 merc on it?
Got 2 spots in the boat, 3 if 1 is a kid or kid'ish, or if the party is used to being on boats.
Have everything needed for 2-3 gear wise. Room in the truck for everyone.
Leaving for cities around 5 am. Gonna anchor and fish bobbers/shrimp. If your interested shoot me a pm.
Post by: lokidog on May 03, 2017, 06:01:40 PM
Post by: gasman on May 03, 2017, 07:40:02 PM
Will probably have a seat or two open on the 11th for chasing halibut.
If my Sidekick backs out, I game :tup:
Gotta play hoookie, but it'll be worth it :chuckle: :chuckle: :chuckle:
Post by: bobcat on May 03, 2017, 07:46:25 PM
Post by: NWRookie on May 04, 2017, 07:21:22 AM
Post by: gasman on May 04, 2017, 04:48:29 PM
I'm sure we will hook up and fish sooner or later :hello:
Post by: tchoutacabouffa on May 04, 2017, 09:37:16 PM
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Post by: tchoutacabouffa on May 06, 2017, 02:36:39 PM
Looking for an open seat on a boat for the spot prawn fishery. I am a transplant to the PNW and would be very appreciative to find a seat on a boat. Am very interested in learning local practices.Made it happen myself. Borrowed a boat. Borrowed some traps. Limited out.
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Post by: lokidog on May 06, 2017, 10:48:02 PM
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Post by: ctwiggs1 on August 27, 2017, 08:37:34 AM
Post by: lokidog on August 27, 2017, 03:32:33 PM
The meat looks alright but the fish themselves are in tough shape. What I saw anyways
Not sure what you saw, but of the 56 laying on the beach Friday, only one had a deformed mouth (common injury from my understanding in fish raised in nets) and a few had slightly misshapen fins or tail. One seemed to be kind of an albino as it had only a couple of spots on its head and the meat was pretty much white.
Post by: h20hunter on September 22, 2017, 08:56:40 AM
Post by: bracer40 on September 22, 2017, 09:44:09 PM
If your spot(s) still open, I'd love to go out. Been awhile since I've fished the salt. If you have two spots, I might be able to persuade the girlfriend to come along. That could be tough though because the last time she "had to go fishing w her company (they might make planes), they coptored into a world class fishing resort w tons sheltered water, big fish opportunities. Our waters might pale in comparison.
Jim
Look forward to hearing from you!
Post by: bracer40 on September 22, 2017, 09:46:49 PM
H2O,Of course if she needs any persuasion, I'm sure all I'd need to do is show her your Avatar pic😜
If your spot(s) still open, I'd love to go out. Been awhile since I've fished the salt. If you have two spots, I might be able to persuade the girlfriend to come along. That could be tough though because the last time she "had to go fishing w her company (they might make planes), they coptored into a world class fishing resort w tons sheltered water, big fish opportunities. Our waters might pale in comparison.
Jim
Look forward to hearing from you!
Post by: h20hunter on September 23, 2017, 09:44:19 AM
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Post by: hookr88 on July 25, 2018, 11:14:46 AM
Post by: JimSR. on September 30, 2018, 08:06:17 PM
I'll likely have some open seats this season but only during the week, because I will not fish on the weekends, just too many people.
Post by: Dtray332 on October 23, 2018, 04:21:33 PM
Post by: WSU on October 23, 2018, 05:05:42 PM
Post by: Kc_Kracker on March 14, 2019, 05:23:58 PM
Post by: h20hunter on May 04, 2019, 10:18:49 AM
Post by: Jpmiller on May 04, 2019, 12:32:14 PM
Post by: Stein on May 04, 2019, 02:05:12 PM
Just don't think I wanna may a foray into new waters tomorrow. Hitting Lake Stevens. Got an open seat. No gear needed but you must have a current license and preferred you have the two pole endorsement. Plan 9n being on the water just before sunup and will launch at Wyatt park as my close launch is shut down. Likely fish to 10 or 11 am. Boat is an 18ft ctr console Rhboats with pole holders and downriggers. Not major requirements other than don't show up hungover and don't be late. Pm if interested or post openly.
Almost took you up and then my family decided to go so we'll see you out there. Black RH grey top. Good luck!
Post by: h20hunter on May 04, 2019, 02:06:43 PM
@Dtray332 Welcome to the area. If you and the wife are interested in a boat ride hit me up. See above for details.
Post by: Widgeondeke on May 04, 2019, 04:41:37 PM
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Post by: h20hunter on May 05, 2019, 10:20:42 AM
Post by: Widgeondeke on May 05, 2019, 04:56:12 PM
Slower than i hoped, two fish off the rigger landed, one long line missed. Lovely morning and donated the two kokes to a kid dock fishing.Beautiful morning on the water. thanks for the trip
Post by: Kc_Kracker on May 22, 2019, 11:56:31 AM
Post by: chiwawadan on May 22, 2019, 01:06:02 PM
Post by: gasman on May 22, 2019, 04:31:25 PM
if anyone wants a fishin buddy the next week im free almost any day morning or evening, and if you want a Kokanee lesson i can sure teach you :tup:
Hmmmmm...... I am bored out of my mind :bash:
Off work for the last month, got another 5 weeks to go before even considering going back to work after my knee replacement surgery. Got Dr and PT twice a week so it is just day trips for me but won't go out in the boat without another person along.
Maybe we can get together next Wed for a fishing trip :dunno:
Post by: Stein on May 22, 2019, 10:00:09 PM
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Post by: gasman on May 28, 2019, 07:45:34 PM
if anyone wants a fishin buddy the next week im free almost any day morning or evening, and if you want a Kokanee lesson i can sure teach you :tup:
Gonna Hit American Lake in the morning for a few hours if you or any one else wants to join me. Target will be slime rockets, and then trout if they kokes done cooperated.
Launch at the WDFW ramp aro7nd sun up.
Pete
Post by: hookr88 on July 16, 2019, 09:02:50 PM
Post by: MADMAX on July 16, 2019, 09:30:01 PM
Id be interested in seiku if your buddy bags on you
I have my own tackle
Post by: carpsniperg2 on July 19, 2019, 02:34:41 PM
Have a open window and steelhead are here.
Post by: Jason on July 19, 2019, 03:00:07 PM
Anyone fishing drando with a couple open seats? 7/20 or 7/21I may have an open seat along the bank.
Have a open window and steelhead are here.
Post by: carpsniperg2 on July 19, 2019, 03:17:21 PM
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Post by: tchoutacabouffa on June 23, 2020, 08:44:26 AM
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Post by: snarkybull on April 21, 2021, 01:51:34 PM
lingcod and rockfish
Friday, April 23
est. 6am - noonish
Edit: now filled
Post by: Gentrys on May 02, 2021, 05:14:06 PM
Happy to help cover some costs.
I can do Thursdays or Sundays.
Post by: snarkybull on May 05, 2021, 04:24:21 PM
Would like to get out once this May for Hali out of Westport if you've got a spot?
Happy to help cover some costs.
I can do Thursdays or Sundays.
I don't have a big enough boat for Halibut yet.
Post by: Gentrys on May 18, 2021, 06:31:56 PM
Post by: Parasite on May 20, 2021, 01:14:02 AM
I have two brand new shrimp pots and a really good great location where we always limit out but my partner with the boat is not able to go on Sunday, June 28 anybody have an open seat for shrimping.
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I might be able to do that. Brand new boat, but I don't have a trolling motor just yet. Also, I don't have a pot puller.
Post by: lokidog on May 20, 2021, 08:27:20 PM
Post by: Widgeondeke on May 20, 2021, 10:24:44 PM
I have a couple of open seats tomorrow (May 21, 2021) for shrimping and some Lingcod fishing. Leave dock in Anacortes at 9, back by 2 ish. I have all gear needed.
Wish I wasn't flyfishin in Montana. I'd be all over this
Post by: Parasite on May 21, 2021, 02:22:00 AM
I have a couple of open seats tomorrow (May 21, 2021) for shrimping and some Lingcod fishing. Leave dock in Anacortes at 9, back by 2 ish. I have all gear needed.
So close ... I could have made this happen if my coworker was not on vacation this week.
Post by: STIKNSTRINGBOW on May 21, 2021, 06:12:23 AM
I have a couple of open seats tomorrow (May 21, 2021) for shrimping and some Lingcod fishing. Leave dock in Anacortes at 9, back by 2 ish. I have all gear needed..
Dang!
I would have called in sick!
Post by: lokidog on May 21, 2021, 06:17:25 AM
Post by: lokidog on August 06, 2021, 05:50:42 PM
Saturday 8/7 and maybe Sunday 8/8.
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Post by: KFhunter on August 06, 2021, 06:04:47 PM
Post by: TooTallMike on August 06, 2021, 06:05:14 PM
Open seat for Pinks and Coho(yeah right...) leaving out of Skyline Marine Center.
Saturday 8/7 and maybe Sunday 8/8.
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Great offer and Ed is a great guy!!!
Post by: lokidog on August 06, 2021, 06:13:51 PM
You need to have open seats when I can make it lol
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Post by: lokidog on August 07, 2021, 03:13:29 PM
Post by: Boss .300 winmag on August 08, 2021, 06:46:31 PM
Nobody for tomorrow? Can drop crab pots as well.
I would have taken you up on it, but I had to cut, split, and stack all my winters firewood today. :yike:
It’s a lot of work getting three tons of pellets in the basement using a slide ramp.🤣
Post by: lokidog on August 13, 2021, 12:49:17 PM
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Post by: lokidog on August 13, 2021, 06:30:52 PM
Last chance for shrimp tomorrow, Saturday 8/14. You have to get to Skyline Marine Center by 8:45 a.m.Got two folks going, offer closed.
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Post by: bracer40 on August 13, 2021, 07:10:46 PM
Post by: lokidog on August 20, 2021, 03:02:51 PM
Anyone? Limited on Pinks off of north end of Whidbey last Sunday and then tried to get some Greenling. Could drop crab pots.
Post by: supagoose on August 20, 2021, 07:33:35 PM
Post by: lokidog on August 20, 2021, 07:49:05 PM
I'd be interested in going fishing if you still have an open seat. I just moved here last week from the eastside and I don"t know the area very well.
Sent you a PM
Post by: Gentrys on May 21, 2022, 09:20:48 AM
Thanks,
Gentry
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Post by: Mountaintrails on May 23, 2024, 06:36:45 PM
Let me know if you are wanting to go.
Dave
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Post by: snarkybull on April 23, 2025, 06:16:15 PM
Westport launch 6:30am
got a seat open for lingcod and rockfish. I have all the gear. pm me.
Post by: EnglishSetter on April 23, 2025, 07:47:10 PM
Thursday April 24
Westport launch 6:30am
got a seat open for lingcod and rockfish. I have all the gear. pm me.
Oh dang. Got another commitment. Haven't fished since I moved up here Summer 2023. My boat's been sitting (needs some attention).
Let me know if/when you come up with another seat. I'll be clamming at Copalis next week, mid-week