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You're in good hands

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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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Pricing Matrix

	4 hours	5 hours
1 Person	$1,300.00	$1,400.00
2 People	$1,300.00	$1,400.00
3 People	$1,300.00	$1,400.00
4 People	$1,300.00	$1,400.00
5 People	$1,400.00	$1,600.00
6 People	$1,500.00	$1,800.00
7 People (two boats)	$2,600.00	$2,800.00
8 People (two boats)	$2,600.00	$2,800.00
9 People (two boats)	$2,800.00	$3,200.00
10 People (two boats)	$2,800.00	$3,200.00
11 People (two boats)	$3,000.00	$3,600.00
12 People (two boats)	$3,000.00	$3,600.00

Pay 15% of the price as a deposit today, with the balance due on the day of the trip.

Add-On	Price
Fishing License (Required)	$14.00 per person
Crabbing If Open	$300.00 per group

Add-ons can be added on the checkout page.

About Your Guide

David G.

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 G.

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!

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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Start Location & Lodging Options

Seattle, Washington

Areas Fished

Puget Sound

About Your Boat

Boat photo for Seattle Salmon Drift Fishing

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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

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Trip Details & 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.

Target Species

Color-coded seasonality below is based on .

View Full Species Seasonality Chart » View Recent Seattle Fishing Reports »

Get it while it's HOT!
This species is in play.
You might get lucky (as long as things are in-season).
Couldn't tell ya! (no data)

Techniques

Everything Else to Know

Everything is included, but we also recommend bringing sunglasses, sunscreen, weather-appropriate clothing, and anything else you might want on the trip.

You'll need to buy a fishing license before getting out there. Find out more about licenses here.

We use a cashless autopay system. We'll send you a boarding pass, and on the day of the trip, your guide will scan your boarding pass to automatically transfer the remaining balance. The only cash needed is to tip your guide (we recommend 20%).

Cancel for free up to 7 days before the trip and receive credit back to your account. Cancelling within 7 of the trip will forfeit your deposit to the guide. Day-of cancellations and no-shows will be charged the full balance of the trip to their card.

In the event of inclement weather you'll be covered by out 100% Weather Guarantee and will not lose your deposit.

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Once you've paid your deposit at checkout, we'll send you a QR Code boarding pass. Just show your guide your boarding pass on the day of the trip, they'll scan it, the remaining balance will transfer automatically, and you'll be all set to get out there. Just make sure you bring a cash tip for the guide!

In the event of inclement weather, our guides will check the conditions and make the final call on whether its safe to go on the trip. If they decide the trip needs to be postponed, we'll work closely with you to reschedule or provide a credit for the full deposit, which can be applied to any of our trips in the US and beyond.

Each trip's price is determined by the guide and reflects all associated costs. A significant factor in pricing is often the type of boat and the corresponding fuel expenses. Additional costs may include leases, marina or slip fees, and the expenses involved in providing and maintaining the necessary gear for your trip.

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