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About
| Species | Chinook, Coho, Steelhead, Sturgeon, Lingcod, Trout, Smallmouth bass, Largemouth bass |
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| Waters | Puget Sound & San Juans |
| Trip Types | Saltwater charter |
| Gear | |
| Price | $225–$310 per person; $400–$700 per boat Trips & Rates › |
Captains & Boat
Doug Saint-Denis
Doug Saint-Denis owns and operates 365 Charters. He holds a USCG 50-ton Master license and has more than 40 years of fishing experience.
40 years guiding.
USCG 50-ton Master
Rich Olson
Grady White
Length: 30 ft
Capacity: 6
Trips & Rates
Starting rates. Per boat is one price for the whole private boat, not per angler.
Fishing trips
6-hour morning trip (Puget Sound)
$300per person4 anglers needed for a private boat
6 hrShared Fishing Charter Rates – 6-Hour Morning Trip
$300per person6 hrFlounder trip (3 hr, Apr–Sep)
$225per person3 hrApril–SeptemberBass trip – full day (7 hr)
$700per boat7 hrPrivate boatUp to 2Bass trip – half day (3.5 hr)
$400per boat3.5 hrPrivate boatUp to 2Peak Afternoon
$310per personUp to 6Off-Peak Afternoon Options
$300per personUp to 6
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What's Included & What to Bring
Included. All fishing gear, bait and tackle are provided.
Bring. Water, snacks and sunscreen; dress in layers.
Where You Meet
Shilshole Bay Marina
7001 Seaview Ave NW, Seattle, WA 98117
Policies
Per guide, confirm before booking. The Salish Guide doesn't take bookings or deposits.
- Deposit
- 30% deposit to confirm. Rates include tax; a 3% card processing fee applies and is non-refundable on cancellation.
- Keeping fish
- Bass are always released, as are out-of-season species.
- Kids
- All ages welcome; children as young as 2 have fished, depending on the child and fishery.
- Licenses
- Guests buy their fishing license online from WDFW.
- Payment
- Cash, Visa, Mastercard, Discover and American Express.
- Weather
- If the guide cancels for weather or unsafe conditions, the trip can be rescheduled or fully refunded, including the processing fee.
FAQ
Do We Fish In Bad Weather?
Yes, trips usually run in rain or wind.
