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4 Occasions You Should Celebrate on A Fishing Boat
A fishing trip is a great gift for summer holidays. For dads, grads, wedding parties, and any other special occasion, consider a Spot Tail Salmon Guide as your celebration destination!
Meet the 5 Salmon Species You’ll Find In the Puget Sound
While some people are fish experts, others aren’t as well versed in fishing and the differences between each subspecies. Many people know there are salmon in the Puget Sound, but less people known how to tell whether the salmon you caught is a Chum, Chinook, or Sockeye. Whether you’re an expert fisherman or casting a rod for the first time,
Out of Ideas for Valentine’s Day? This Year, Spend It On The Puget Sound
Its February, and Valentine’s Day is right around the corner. Some couples go for the typical romantic candle light dinner. Some they send their lady flowers or give their man a heartfelt card. Instead of sticking to the usual routine, this might be the year to think outside the box for Valentine’s Day: consider a fun interactive date of being
Beginner’s Guide to Saltwater Fly Fishing
When most people imagine fly fishing, they probably picture a person in waders in a river or stream, placidly flicking their line back and forth. However, fly fishing isn’t limited to moving bodies of fresh water; many have already discovered the joys of saltwater fly fishing. It is similar to freshwater fly fishing, but the prey can be bigger and
Mooching on Saltwater: What You’ll Need
Fishing is more than just a sport. It’s an exercise for the mind, body, and spirit. It’s an opportunity to spend time in nature, reunite with old friends, and even challenge yourself. While the activity itself is always enjoyable, fishing comes alive even more with the mooching method. Less passive than trolling, it can make your trip both fun and
Salmon Guide’s New Boat: Edlana
The newest addition to the Salmon Guide “fleet” is a 257 Grady White Center console with a twin 150 Yamaha. Quiet and clean, equipped with four stroke engines and Raymarine GPS, sonar and radar. This is Captain Keith’s third Grady White and he has been part of the Grady White family since 1993. The new boats name is Edlana and she will handle everything
The 5 Best Outdoor Escapes in the Pacific Northwest
The Pacific Northwest is home to some amazing natural features that attract millions of tourists each year, but after the trip to Pike Place Market and the Space Needle, you may be looking for something new to do during your next visit to Seattle. If you’re ready to get out of your comfort zone and experience some of the signature
What to Do in Seattle After a Day on the Water
There’s nothing like a day spent on the water with friends, mother nature, and a bunch of fish. That being said, that much time spent in the boat can wear anybody out, so once you’ve packed up the gear for the day, be sure to check out a few local favorites and skip the tourist traps to make the most
Make Your Guys’ Weekend Memorable with a Fishing Tour
If you’ve been looking for an excuse to get together with your buddies and reunite for a memorable guy’s weekend, there’s no better experience than a guided salmon mooching trip on the Puget Sound. No matter how experienced and seasoned you are as a fisherman, mooching or saltwater fly fishing can be fun and challenging alternatives to passive trolling methods. Depending on the
Mooching for Salmon in Puget Sound – Video
We recently went out with a videographer and shot a couple of great videos on the Seattle waterfront. In this video, Captain Keith Robbins explains why mooching is his preferred method for salmon fishing in the Puget Sound and shows how mooch fishing actually works. What is Mooch Fishing? Unlike trolling, which is fishing out of a moving boat, mooching
What to Pack on Your Salmon Fishing Trip
The Puget Sound is a spectacular place for fishing and promises truly a one-of-a-kind experience every time you’re out on the boat. There’s an abundance of fish within quick distance of downtown Seattle, making a guided tour of Puget Sounds best fishing spots a great way to spend a vacation weekend in the Pacific Northwest. However, if you’re planning a fishing