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FAQ

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Frequently Asked Questions

Proper License and catch card
Warm or cool clothing, depending on the weather
Rain gear and waterproof shoes
Camera
Lunch with snacks and drinks
Cooler with ice for the days catch to leave in vehicle
Sunglasses
Sunscreen
Waders are not needed

Fully licensed and Insured guide
Safe and comfortable heated boat
Top-quality rods/reels
The best bait and tackle
Days catch will be fillet and bagged
Years of knowledge and experience in quality fisheries

WA state Guide license
6-pack United States Coast Guard license
CRP certified
23 years as Owner/Operator
Life member of CCA

With Andy’s Angling Adventures, you can look forward to catching a variety of fish including Salmon, Steelhead, and Sturgeon, especially in the rivers of Southwest Washington like the Cowlitz, Chehalis, Lewis, and Columbia Rivers.

No prior fishing experience is required. Andy Coleman is skilled in instructing both novices and seasoned anglers, ensuring everyone can enjoy a successful and enjoyable fishing experience.

Andy’s Angling Adventures offers guided fishing trips primarily on the Chehalis and Cowlitz Rivers. Additionally, we navigate other key rivers in Southwest Washington including the Lewis River and the mighty Columbia River.

Yes, Andy’s Angling Adventures caters to all group sizes, from solo fishers to family trips and larger or corporate groups with multiple boats. Our services are tailored to ensure a personalized and memorable experience for everyone.

Expect a fully immersive fishing experience that includes expert guidance on river fishing techniques, use of top-quality fishing charters, and the chance to fish in some of the most fertile and scenic river environments in Washington. Each trip is designed to be enjoyable, educational, and rewarding, tailored to the preferences and skill levels of our clients.

Join the Adventure with Andy

Embark on an unforgettable fishing journey with Andy, where you’ll explore the most prolific rivers in SW Washington. Renowned for their abundant salmon and steelhead runs, the Columbia, Cowlitz, and Lewis rivers offer unrivaled angling opportunities. Andy’s expertise shines with his time-tested summer and winter steelhead techniques. Experience a unique approach to summer steelhead fishing on the Columbia River’s tidal waters, where anchoring early in the season adds an exciting twist. Side drifting and bobber dogging reign supreme in the tributaries, where the thrill of the catch is amplified by light rods and top-notch tackle.

The Columbia River’s tidal areas are hotspots for spring chinook, known as “springers,” especially early in the season as they journey to their natal rivers. Employing cut plug herring and anchovies with a flasher is a tried-and-true method for enticing these prized salmon, renowned for their taste. When conditions align, anchor fishing in the migration paths is the strategy of choice for spring chinook. As they move into the tributaries, Andy adapts, switching to back bouncing eggs and sand shrimp, and back trolling freshly cut plug herring—a hands-on and exhilarating fishery.

Our Columbia River boasts the largest return of fall chinook, or “kings,” and coho salmon, or “silvers,” in the lower 48 states. Targeting these formidable kings in the Columbia’s tidal waters during early fall is an immensely rewarding pursuit. The thrill of the chase is heightened with trolling flashers and cut plug herring or spinners, promising unforgettable strikes. As the chinook and coho migrate into the tributaries, a variety of techniques, including side drifting, hover fishing, back bouncing, twitching jigs, and casting spinners, are employed to maximize success.

Sturgeon fishing on the lower Columbia River during spring and summer is a world-renowned adventure. Follow Andy as he tracks these giants’ feeding migration to the river’s mouth. The challenge of fishing tidal flats with minimal navigability due to fluctuating tides and depths offers a unique experience. Imagine battling a sturgeon up to 12 feet long in just 5 feet of water—truly an awe-inspiring encounter. Sturgeon provides some of the most exquisite table fare for those within the legal slot size. This fishery is a must-experience, at least once in a lifetime.