Author: Jerad
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A local’s guide to fishing Buoy 10
Buoy 10 Salmon fishing is one of the most exciting experiences on the Columbia River. The fall Chinook and Coho fuel up on bait before entering the river. Warmer river water clashing with cool ocean water pushes the hammer down on their throttle. Hundreds of thousands of salmon rush into the mouth of the Columbia…
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Spring Chinook Fishing: A Classic Columbia River Experience
My first fishing memory was on my grandpa’s boat on the Rogue River. He was the best fishing guide for Spring Chinook that a kid could ask for. On that hand-built plywood boat I learned the basics of what I still use today. That river was my classroom. He was the teacher. The subjects were…
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New Partnership with X2 Fishing, better salmon flashers, more fish!
The first “care package” from my new partnership with X2 Fishing has arrived! These guys make some awesome Salmon fishing gear and it’s already killed a bunch of fish. I can’t wait to use this stuff to catch more fish for my clients. Watch a preview of some of the new flashers and gear that…
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What’s up with Sturgeon in the Lower Columbia
I’ll admit it, I was a late bloomer when it came to sturgeon fishing. I had unsuccessfully tried fishing for them on the Rogue when I was a teenager. I eventually became too distracted by other things and moved on. Sturgeon fishing in Oregon eventually shut down almost everywhere. The few limited retention days that…
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What I plan to fish for in Astoria in 2026
2026 is looking like it will be another good year for fishing near Astoria. Salmon, Sturgeon and Ling Cod all have good prospects. Here’s what I’m planning to fish for and when. I also announce an exciting new way for you to bring your memories home!
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Fall Coho: An Early Thanksgiving on the Columbia
Yesterday’s trip was a great reminder of how amazing fall fishing can be. We left the dock from Hammond at 7 and the clouds were getting light. The water was relatively calm, but a cool wind coming from the southeast kept things chilly. It was definitely October. I double checked the bar report. After getting…
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Buoy 10 Surprises and More to Come!
The fish are still in Astoria and the Buoy 10 surprises keep on coming! Chinook Retention ends on the 6th but the Coho encore is about to start. The soft tides have shifted the bite away from the mouth of the river and up towards Tongue Point. That’s where we picked up this beautiful 20lb…
