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Salish Guide Score
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About
| Species | Coho, Steelhead, Rainbow trout |
|---|---|
| Waters | Olympic Peninsula |
| Trip Types | Drift boat |
| Price | $700–$750 per boat Trips & Rates › |
Captains & Boat
Lael Johnson
Captain Lael Johnson leads Fly Gyde's guide team on Olympic Peninsula rivers and has guided there for more than 10 years.
10 years guiding.
Wooldridge
Length: 20 ft
Trips & Rates
Starting rates. Per boat is one price for the whole private boat, not per angler.
Fishing trips
Humptulips River Fly Fishing Salmon, Steelhead
$750per boat3 hrPrivate boatConventional Fishing - Spinning & Levelwind
$700per boat3 hrPrivate boat
Angler Reviews
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What's Included & What to Bring
Bring. Layers, as for skiing.
Policies
Per guide, confirm before booking. The Salish Guide doesn't take bookings or deposits.
- Cancellation
- Trip insurance is offered within 20 days of paying the deposit.
- Deposit
- Deposits are non-refundable.
- Licenses
- A Washington fishing license (National Park rivers need only the free catch card).
- Payment
- Cash, check, PayPal, debit or credit card.
- Weather
- Trips cancelled by the guide for weather, dangerous conditions or regulation changes are rescheduled.
FAQ
Will I need a rental car?
Yes; some trips involve up to a 4-hour drive and unimproved roads.
