About Your Trip

Water Type

Nearshore, Jetty, River

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

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

About Your Trip

Our Salmon trips typically start about 6am but we change that a little due to tides. Also we are flexible with our clients and there needs. The trip is 7 to 9 hours depending on the fishing that day. Lots of days we catch our limits early and go in early.
Your guide and captain are one in the same. These trips are very personalized. The boat is well equipped with top of the line equipment and state of the art electronics.
We can provide lunch and snacks upon request. Must let us know the day before your trip. We carry a cooler with water, soda and some juices.
Any part of your trip can be customized so just ask.
This is a charter however we do not operate like big charter boats. We only take up to 6. We give 1 person or whatever group size you have the chance to just buy the boat for the day. You will need to request when booking and we will charge accordingly. If you book two seats for example we will add other anglers to fill boat. However you can request just your two seats and pay for the boat.
This trip is just a salmon trip. We will troll a variety of gear. Its hands on but your rod will be in a rod holder most the time. Your guide will get you all set up and your gear deployed. Then you can sit back and wait. Once the rod burries and line starts screaming you will grab your rod and fight your fish. Its a very exciting and fun trip

Amenities

Water Type

Nearshore, Jetty, River

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.

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.

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to small children.

Disability Friendly

This trip can accommodate those with disabilities.

Flexible Cancelation

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

Lunch

Lunch / light snacks are included.

Physicality

This trip requires an average level of physical activity.

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Pricing Matrix

	6 Hours	8 Hours
1 Person	$600.00	$600.00
2 People	$800.00	$750.00
3 People	$800.00	$750.00
4 People	$900.00	$1,000.00
5 People	$1,000.00	$1,250.00
6 People	$1,250.00	$1,500.00
7 People (Second Boat)	$1,800.00	$2,000.00
8 People (Second Boat)	$1,800.00	$2,000.00
9 People (Second Boat)	$2,000.00	$2,500.00
10 People (Second Boat)	$2,000.00	$2,500.00
11 People (Second Boat)	$2,500.00	$3,000.00
12 People (Second Boat)	$2,500.00	$3,000.00

Pay 20% of the price as a deposit today, with the balance due on the day of the trip.

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About Your Guide

Matt M.

Independent Guide

Talkative

Quality

Comfortable

Beginner Oriented

Instructional

About Your Guide

Matt M.

Independent Guide

My name is Matt and I am the owner and operator. We are a fishing guide and charter service operating in Oregon on the Columbia River and Pacific Ocean. We fish for Salmon, Sturgeon, Walleye and Bottom fish. We also offer crabbing trips in the fall out of Astoria. I have been a guide since high school working on a bird hunting ranch, and I have been coast guard licensed since 2007. With over 25 years of guiding and fishing and hunting experience, you're in good hands.

I have guided fisherman and hunters for most of his adult life. I love helping people achieve their dreams and catch their trophy. I am very patient and caring with my clients. I believe in making memories and friends through these guided trips. When not fishing I work as a hunting consultant, where I help clients find their dream hunt and help plan it.

If not working I spend time with my wife and two kids that love the outdoors as well. Teaching the younger generation the skills needed to do all of this is truly a passion.

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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

White Sturgeon 14' long near Bonneville Dam

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

Steak and potatoes

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

White Sturgeon 14' long near Bonneville Dam

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

Steak and potatoes

What’s your favorite band?

Gary Allen

What’s your favorite movie?

Step Brothers

What’s your drink of choice?

Coors Light

What do you want for Christmas this year?

New bigger boat

How did you get started guiding?

Through guide buddies

What makes you different from other guides?

I am very patient and accommadating with my clients. I will try hard to make bad days good and make memories for all. I truly enjoy showing people how to catch fish and helping them do it.

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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.

Astoria, Oregon

About Your Boat

Boat photo for Buoy 10/Columbia River Salmon trips

Boat Type: Sportfisher
Boat Manufacturer: PNW
Year Built: 2022
Boat Length: 28'

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Sportfisher
Boat Manufacturer: PNW
Year Built: 2022
Boat Length: 28'
Boat Restroom: Yes
Engine Manufacturer: mercury
Total Horsepower: 225
Number of Engines: 2
Additional Amenities: The boat is custom built for the fishing we do and equipped with everything needed. Suspension seats in front for people wanting a smoother ride. The boat is big and offers a dry ride and plenty of room for up to 6 anglers. The boat uses a bucket for a restroom however I typically take restroom breaks throughout the day. So no need to worry about a restroom

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Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

Nearshore, Jetty, River

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.

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.

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to small children.

Disability Friendly

This trip can accommodate those with disabilities.

Flexible Cancelation

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

Lunch

Lunch / light snacks are included.

Physicality

This trip requires an average level of physical activity.

Target Species

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

Bottom Fishing
Cut Bait Fishing
Trolling

Everything Else to Know

All gear is included, but we also recommend bringing sunglasses, sunscreen, weather-appropriate clothing, and anything else you might want on the trip. Each angler also needs a fishing license with tags if needed

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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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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