Name: Wind Knot Salmon Guides
Address: Seattle, WA
Price range: $1300 - $3600

About Your Guide

David Godfrey

Independent Guide

Talkative

Laid-back

Instructional

Beginner Oriented

Adventurous

Quality

Originally from Kansas I fell in love with the Puget Sound and Fishing as a young teenager. I fell blessed to be able to spend my summers sharing the Puget sound with my clients. I have fished in many countries but love blue line trout fishing and mooching for Chinook Salmon.

On my days off you can find me either working on the boat, gear or on the sound with a fish on!

About Your Guide

David Godfrey

Independent Guide

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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

A marlin off the coast of the big island of Hawaii

If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?

Definitely Halibut!

What’s your favorite band?

Tough one but maybe AC/DC to relive my youth

What’s your favorite movie?

A river runs through it

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

A marlin off the coast of the big island of Hawaii

If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?

Definitely Halibut!

What’s your favorite band?

Tough one but maybe AC/DC to relive my youth

What’s your favorite movie?

A river runs through it

What’s your favorite sports team?

Washington State Cougar Football! Go Cougs

What’s your drink of choice?

Water

What was your last halloween costume?

Ace Freely

What do you want for Christmas this year?

Starlink mini for the camper van.

How did you get started guiding?

After 30 years locked in an office as a CPA I made the Change!

What makes you different from other guides?

I do it because I love it. Many guides work too much as the seasons are short and can become a bit surly. I try to never let this happen as I get to do this every day.

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Seattle Salmon Drift Fishing

NEW Seattle, WA 1 - 12 People 4 - 5 Hours From $1,300

About Your Trip

Water Type

Inshore, Deep Sea, Nearshore

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather

About Your Trip

We are passionate about fishing the Puget Sound. We focus on the "mooching" technique which is a method of drift fish cut plug herring. It's a light tackle technique where you get to feel the bite. We much prefer this to downrigger trolling where you must take turns. We do offer trolling during September-October. We provide premium G Loomis fishing rods and Shimano fishing reels, bait and any other required tackle.

Wind Knot Guides is proud to have a 5.0-star rating with over 80 Google reviews. 7.14.2026

Our boat is located just 5 miles from downtown Seattle. With our Grady White center consoles, you'll be able to cruise at 35 knots to the best fishing spot for the day's tides. We typically run less than 20-30 minutes so most of your time is spend fishing.

Our Captain carries a US Coast Guard Master 100 ton License, State of Washington charter license and all require permits and insurances.

Amenities

Water Type

Inshore, Deep Sea, Nearshore

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Fish Cleaning

This guide will clean your catch for you.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Music

You can play your own bluetooth music.

Boat Restroom

This boat has a restroom.

Live Bait

Live bait is included for this trip.

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather

Federal Permit

This boat is federally permitted to go deep offshore.

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to small children.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled up to 7 days before the trip.

Physicality

This trip requires an average level of physical activity.

Languages

English

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

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About Your Boat

Boat photo for Seattle Salmon Drift Fishing

Boat Type: Center Console
Boat Manufacturer: Grady White
Year Built: 2020
Boat Length: 25'

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Center Console
Boat Manufacturer: Grady White
Year Built: 2020
Boat Length: 25'
Boat Restroom: Yes
Engine Manufacturer: Yamaha
Total Horsepower: 300
Number of Engines: 1
Additional Amenities: Live well, Simrad electronics, Radar, Epirb, Coast Guard approved flotation devices and other safety equipment