Shannon Bice
Final Countdown to Buoy 10 Fishing
It’s the final countdown to the Buoy 10 Salmon Season on the Columbia River, and we can’t wait to see what the 2026 season has in store for us. We’ve been looking forward to this popular fishery for months, and the time is finally here! The river opens for fall salmon fishing on Friday, August […]
Astoria Fishing Report
Astoria offers a variety of fantastic fishing options throughout the year. In 2022 we added some new ocean experiences with the addition of Legion’s Mercy, our 34′ Venture, center-console boat, and we couldn’t be happier. Between the “big” boat and our classic sled trips, there are fishing opportunities for everyone. We’ll be keeping you up […]
2026 Oregon Ocean Salmon Seasons
The Pacific Ocean off the Northern Oregon Coast provides a variety of salmon options from May through October. Whether you prefer Chinook, Coho, or are just looking for a fun day on the ocean, there are options to choose from. We’ll be offering guided fishing trips during the Oregon ocean salmon seasons out of Astoria […]
Summer Astoria Sturgeon Fishing is in Full Swing
Columbia River Estuary The Columbia River Estuary is a unique fishery where the river meets the sea, and its brackish water provides some of the best fishing opportunities in the Pacific Northwest, possibly in the world. While many know of the Buoy 10 Fall Salmon fishery that begins Astoria 1st in August, fewer people know […]
Columbia River Summer Steelhead Fishing
June and July are prime time for Columbia River Summer Steelhead fishing in the Portland/Vancouver area. Fish started showing up as usual at the end of May, and this past week we’ve seen a significant increase in steelhead moving through the system. To add to the catch, we also have a Sockeye Salmon season this […]
Astoria Summer Extravaganza
Astoria is the hotspot for fishing each summer. Its unique location overlooking where the river meets the sea allow us to partake in a variety of fishing opportunities from June through September. Whether you’re interested in salmon, sturgeon, bottom fish, or crab, there’s a fishery to fit your needs. Columbia River Summer Salmon The Columbia […]
2026 Columbia River Summer and Fall Salmon Seasons Set
The 2026 Columbia River Summer/Fall Salmon and Steelhead seasons have been set. This is a joint effort between ODFW and WDFW which takes some coordination each year. Based on this year’s forecast, we have a summer salmon/steelhead season, an uninterrupted Buoy 10 season, and months of Columbia River salmon fishing opportunities. We’ve been waiting for […]
2026 Oregon Free Fishing Weekend
June 2026 – Free Fishing Weekend! June 6th and 7th are the next set of free fishing days in Oregon for 2026. No licenses or tags required! This isn’t just for fishing. No shellfish licenses are required for clamming or crabbing either. Be sure to follow all bag limits and other normal regulations in regards […]
Monster Fish of Summer: Astoria Sturgeon Fishing
The recent warm weather makes it feel like summertime already and has me itching to get out on the Columbia River in Astoria to chase our local monster fish – Sturgeon. While the Pacific Northwest offers year-round Sturgeon fishing on both the Columbia and Willamette Rivers, nothing can compare to the experience of fishing for […]
Portland Springers Are Here!
The flowering cherry trees that line Portland’s Tom McCall Waterfront Park are in full bloom. To many, that is a sign that spring has come to Portland. The Spring Chinook Salmon, known as Springers, are arriving as well. These local favorites are stunning, in color, texture, and taste. If you’re looking to fire up the […]