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About Your Trip

Water Type

River

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

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

About Your Trip

Spend a full day fishing New York's legendary Salmon River with John, a lifelong angler who has been fishing these waters for more than 30 years. Following in his father's footsteps as a licensed guide, John loves passing along the techniques and local knowledge he's picked up over decades on the river.

Depending on the season, you'll target hard-fighting King and Coho Salmon or turn your attention to Steelhead once the salmon run winds down. John specializes in fishing the Douglaston Salmon Run (DSR), giving you the chance to pursue some of Lake Ontario's most sought-after migratory fish as they push through the river.

These trips are built for everyone from first-time anglers to seasoned Salmon River fishermen. John will tailor his instruction to your experience level, helping with everything from presentation and technique to fighting and landing these powerful fish. One of his specialties is teaching anglers how to land salmon without a net, adding an extra challenge and an incredibly rewarding finish to the fight.

John provides 10' fly rods with Billy Pate reels along with all necessary flies and tackle. Bottled water and apples are also provided.

You'll need to bring a valid New York fishing license, waders with spiked soles or Korkers, a wading belt, eye protection or polarized sunglasses, weather-appropriate layers, a raincoat, and any additional snacks and drinks you'd like for the day.

When fishing the DSR, John can pick up your passes the day before the trip. DSR access is an additional cost and is not included with the trip.

Amenities

Water Type

River

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Location

This guide can be flexible with the departure location.

Weather

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

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled up to 14 days before the trip.

Waders

Wader rentals are not available.

Fish Cleaning

No cleaning service provided.

Beer

No beer allowed.

Live Bait

Live bait is not used on this trip.

Kid Friendly

This trip is not suited for small children.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

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Pricing Matrix

	8 hours
1 Person	$350.00
2 People	$450.00
3 People	$550.00
4 People	$650.00

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

About Your Guide

John M.

Independent Guide

John has spent more than 30 years fishing the Salmon River in Pulaski and eventually followed in his father's footsteps by becoming a licensed guide.

He specializes in chasing King and Coho Salmon on the DSR before shifting his focus to Steelhead after the salmon run. With decades of experience on the river, John enjoys sharing what he's learned with anglers of every skill level.

Whether it's your first time on the Salmon River or...

About Your Guide

John M.

Independent Guide

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Start Location & Lodging Options

Your guide can be flexible with your start location.

You can work with your guide after booking to set a more specific start location in the area.

Pulaski, New York

Areas Fished

Leave a note on checkout if there you have a preferred fishing location and we’ll do our best to make it happen, but please note this is subject to change based on fishing conditions.

Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

River

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Location

This guide can be flexible with the departure location.

Weather

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

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled up to 14 days before the trip.

Waders

Wader rentals are not available.

Fish Cleaning

No cleaning service provided.

Beer

No beer allowed.

Live Bait

Live bait is not used on this trip.

Kid Friendly

This trip is not suited for small children.

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 .

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You might get lucky (as long as things are in-season).
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Techniques

Everything Else to Know

A valid fishing license, waders with spiked soles or 'Korkers', a belt for outside the waders, eye protection or polarized sunglasses, dress in layers, bring a raincoat, snacks and drinks.

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 14 days before the trip and receive credit back to your account. Cancelling within 14 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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We vet our guides and only partner with the best of the best. Our guides do their very best to keep you safe, show you a great time, and send you home with a memorable experience shared with family and friends.

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.

After booking your trip, we'll connect you directly with your guide to discuss additional details. In the meantime, our team is here to answer any questions via email, text, or phone.