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Join Fishing With Kevin for a thrilling 8-hour salmon fishing adventure at Buoy 10 near Astoria, Oregon. Experience expert guidance, scenic views, and your catch cleaned and bagged.
Join Fishing With Kevin for a thrilling 8-hour salmon fishing adventure at Buoy 10 near Astoria, Oregon. Experience expert guidance, scenic views, and your catch cleaned and bagged.
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Discover the excitement of salmon fishing at the famous Buoy 10 fishery, located near Astoria, Oregon. From August through October, Fishing With Kevin offers an 8-hour private trip aboard a sturdy 28’ Alumaweld Pacific, giving you the perfect platform for targeting fall salmon runs. This exclusive experience promises not only adrenaline-pumping fishing but also expert handling of your catch, which is cleaned and bagged for you, so you can relax and enjoy the adventure. The coastal waters here are unique — expect changing weather patterns and a refreshing ocean breeze that add to the thrill. Aside from fishing, take in stunning river and Pacific Ocean views and keep your camera ready for wildlife sightings and scenic moments. Whether you’re an experienced angler or a curious beginner, this trip provides a memorable outdoor escape with friendly guidance. Fishing With Kevin’s local knowledge will also help you understand the best spots and techniques, ensuring a rewarding day on the water. Prepare for the coastal climate, pack your gear, and get ready to reel in some of Oregon’s prized salmon alongside beautiful natural surroundings.
moderate.
8 hours.
Participants should be in good enough shape to handle some standing and movement on a boat for several hours.
No prior experience is necessary; Fishing With Kevin provides all the guidance you need.
The package includes the boat ride, fishing gear, bait, and cleaning and bagging of your catch.
Yes, all anglers must have a valid Oregon fishing license, which you should obtain before the trip.
During the season you can target Chinook (King) and Coho salmon mainly.
Dress in layers, bring a waterproof jacket, polarized sunglasses, non-slip shoes, and a camera for photos.
The 28’ Alumaweld Pacific boat comfortably accommodates small private groups for a personalized experience.
Buoy 10 fishery has been a renowned salmon fishing hotspot since the early 1900s, integral to Oregon’s fishing heritage.
Strict fishing regulations and seasonal limits help maintain healthy salmon populations and protect the coastal ecosystem.
Fishing With Kevin is a Garibaldi, Oregon-based charter operation providing guided fishing and crabbing trips along the Northwest coast and rivers. Captain Kevin brings more than 40 years of fishing experience to each trip, offering salmon, halibut, sturgeon, steelhead, and Dungeness crab outings across locations that include the Columbia River, Tillamook Bay, Buoy 10 in Astoria, Newport offshore grounds, and Hammond Marina. Trips range from local crabbing mornings in Hammond to full-day eight-hour offshore and riverside excursions. Boats include a spacious, well-equipped 28’ Alumaweld Pacific used for Tillamook Bay and Buoy 10 trips and vessels fitted with electric reels for offshore halibut and salmon trips out of Newport. Fishing With Kevin provides all necessary gear, emphasizes teamwork so every angler gets a fair chance, and includes catch cleaning, filleting, vacuum packing, and shipping options when available. Seasonal offerings follow reliable regional fisheries: spring chinook runs in March–June, all-depth halibut and salmon in May–August, summer crab and salmon combos in August–September, fall Columbia River and Buoy 10 salmon trips in August–October, Tillamook Bay chinook in October–November, winter steelhead in January–March, and year-round sturgeon trips. Crabbing departures operate Friday through Sunday from Hammond at 7:30 a.m., with a published per-person rate for limited-spot outings. Reservations are recommended early in peak months to secure preferred dates and launch locations. Weather and sea conditions vary.
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