Oregon Fishing Blog

Best Places for Fishing Charters Near Portland, Oregon Oregon fishing charters are a fantastic way of getting some fishing done without the hassle of planning ahead. And if you’re fishing in Portland, Oregon, there are so many choices for fish and locations. Whether...

Great Whale Watching With Oregon Coast Fishing Charters   Great whale watching off the Oregon Coast is a year-long popular activity that draws thousands of visitors every year. It’s a great activity for families, groups, couples, or even solo travelers. These...

Types of Fish to Catch On Your Columbia River Fishing Trip The Columbia River is a great fishing destination for finding a great variety of exciting fish throughout the year. If you’re planning a trip to the Columbia River for some intense fishing, you’ll have a lot...

Fresh, Oregon-Coast Lingcod with Creamy Pesto Sauce I just finished a wonderful dinner with my wife and would like to share my recipe with you. I recently guided a lingcod fishing trip out of Depoe Bay, Oregon and have plenty of fresh fish to cook up. With easy access...

Trolling for Lingcod off the Coast of Depoe Bay, Oregon Recently on a salmon fishing trip I guided off the bay near Depoe Bay, Oregon we kept catching lingcod while trolling with herring. This is highly unusual because bottom fish are often caught using jigs bounced...

How to Fillet an Oregon King Salmon Filleting a King Salmon Like a Pro! Captain Don has been filleting salmon for most of his life. Learning this skill is essential for any fishing guide. Carefully watch the video to learn tips and tricks that make filleting a salmon...

How to Replace Cork Fishing Rod Handles with Eva Foam I have been guiding fishing charters in Oregon for the last 15 years. In my experience, a guide is only as good as the equipment he fishes with. Let’s face it. Fishing rods are very expensive. The best option by...