Hookin It Up Guide Service III

If you’re visiting the famous port city of Astoria, OR, make sure that a trip with Hookin It Up Guide Service III is at the top of your “to-do” list! Surrounded by some world-famous waterways, with everything from Salmon species to prehistoric Sturgeon on offer, you’ll need an experienced, local captain to guide you to the hottest spots around – Captain Desmond Enquist, the man at the helm of Hookin It Up, is more than up to the job!

A lifelong fishing fanatic, Capt. Desmond has over 35 years of experience when it comes to exploring the waters of the Pacific NW. No matter your age or level of angling experience, Capt. Desmond and his crew will give it everything they’ve got to put you on fish, by offering a variety of shared and private trips. Whether you’re looking to cast off and meet new friends, or want to take your kids out on a family adventure, they’ve got you covered!

You’ll be traveling on a 23’ Alumaweld aluminum fishing vessel, newly-restored in 2018. She’s perfectly built to cruise these waters, and has room for up to 6 anglers on board – which means there’s plenty of space to bring along the whole family, or to socialize with your new angling buddies! She’s decked out with GPS, fishfinder, and life jackets in a variety of sizes, although Capt. Desmond recommends bringing along your own vests for little ones.

Astoria is located along the famous Columbia River, as well as a variety of other impressive waterways and fishing grounds, so you’ll be spoiled for choice when it comes to the locations (and species!) on offer here. You’ll have the chance to target anything from hard-fighting Coho Salmon, to gigantic Chinook Salmon, Kokanee, Sturgeon, Steelhead, and whatever else is biting. Capt. Desmond will show you the best techniques to use to hook your dream catch, too.

Each trip includes rods, reels, bait, and tackle, so all you need to bring is a license. Come aboard Hookin It Up Guide Service III and experience the best of the Pacific NW!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Shared trip
    Half Day Trip – Shared (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip May 1 - Sep 30
    Price for 2 persons
    US $300
    If you want to hook some incredible fish and make some friends at the same time, join your captain on this shared morning adventure! Suitable for anglers of all ages, especially newbies or little ones, this trip will see you targeting a variety of Salmon species, including Chinook and Cohoo, prehistoric Sturgeon, Steelhead, and whatever else is biting. Capt. Desmond will make sure you're decked out with rods and reels, as well as bait, lures, and tackle. Just bring a valid fishing license!
  • Shared trip
    Half Day Trip – Shared (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    Seasonal trip May 1 - Sep 30
    Price for 2 persons
    US $300
    Explore the stunning views around Astoria during the morning, and join Capt. Desmond for an afternoon of incredible angling action! This trip is the perfect option for newer anglers who want to spend less time on the water, or experienced fishermen with busy schedules. As this is a shared trip, you'll have the chance to cast off and meet some new angling buddies at the same time. Species you'll be targeting including Coho and Chinook Salmon, Kokanee, Sturgeon, and Steelhead. Rods and reels are included.
  • Shared trip
    Full Day Trip – Shared
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip May 1 - Sep 30
    Price for 2 persons
    US $400
    If you want to experience the best that the waters of Astoria have to offer, and meet some new buddies at the same time, then this shared adventure offers the best of both worlds! You'll spend plenty of time out on the water, hooking into a variety of Salmon species, Kokanee, Steelhead, Sturgeon, and whatever else is biting, and will also have the chance to socialize with your fellow anglers as you cast off. Your captain will provide rods, reels, bait, and tackle, so all you need to bring is a license.
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip – Private (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip May 1 - Sep 30
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $800
    This private morning trip is the perfect option for families looking for an exciting adventure, or bigger groups who want to fish together! Your group will have the boat and your captain's expert advice all to yourself, and you'll spend less time on the water and still have the chance to hook anything from Sturgeon, to Steelhead, to Coho and Chinook Salmon, and whatever else is biting. Your captain will provide you with rods, reels, bait, and tackle, so all you need to bring is a license.
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip – Private (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    Seasonal trip May 1 - Sep 30
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $800
    If you're traveling with a larger group, or simply want your captain's expert advice and guidance all to yourself, then join him on this private 4-hour adventure! Suitable for anglers of all ages and abilities, especially newbies and families with little ones, this trip will see you exploring Astoria's waters to hook Coho and Chinook Salmon, Steelhead, Kokanee, and Sturgeon. Your captain will provide you with top-notch rods and reels, bait, lures, and tackle, and will show you the ropes. Bring a license!
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip – Private
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip May 1 - Sep 30
    Price for up to 5 persons
    US $1,000
    If you're traveling with a larger group and want Capt. Desmond's knowledge and guidance all to yourself, then this 8-hour private trip is the perfect option for you! You'll get to spend plenty of time out on the water, which means you'll increase your chances of hooking anything from huge Chinook Salmon, hard-fighting Coho, Kokanee, Sturgeon, Steelhead, and whatever else is biting. Your captain will provide you with top-quality rods and reels, bait, and tackle, so all you need to bring is a license.

Customer reviews

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Experience
Excellent
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Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
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Alejandro E.
Woodfin, NC
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VERIFIED   Full Day Trip – Shared on May 22, 2021
The captain was great, sadly the weather was terrible and miserable but I would most definitely book again!
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Bret B.
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VERIFIED   Half Day Trip – Shared (PM) on August 18, 2021
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Jerald R.
Portland, OR
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VERIFIED   Full Day Trip – Shared on September 4, 2019
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Robert G.
Miami, FL
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VERIFIED   Full Day Trip – Shared on July 29, 2019
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Kevin H.

The captain canceled

VERIFIED   August 13, 2021
The charter operator canceled 4 days prior to the trip date. This is an automated posting.
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FAQs about Hookin It Up Guide Service III

Hookin It Up Guide Service III offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $150 per person - Half Day Trip – Shared (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $150 per person - Half Day Trip – Shared (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $200 per person - Full Day Trip – Shared (8 hours)
  • US $800 per group, additional US $200 per person after 4 guests - Half Day Trip – Private (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $800 per group, additional US $200 per person after 4 guests - Half Day Trip – Private (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group, additional US $200 per person after 5 guests - Full Day Trip – Private (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Hookin It Up Guide Service III, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder

Trips booked with Hookin It Up Guide Service III include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting

Hookin It Up Guide Service III offers the following types of fishing:
  • River Fishing
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing

Hookin It Up Guide Service III offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging

Top targeted fish species with Hookin It Up Guide Service III include:
  • Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
  • Salmon (Chinook)
  • Salmon (Coho)
  • Salmon (Sockeye)
  • Sturgeon

Meet the Captain

Desmond Enquist
Astoria, Oregon, United States
32 Customer reviews
Response time 10 hours
Member since March 2019
Captain Desmond was born and raised in a fishing family, and angling has been his passion ever since he was a little kid! He has over 35 years of experience fishing here in the Pacific NW, and loves introducing guests from all over to these incredible fishing grounds. Nothing beats seeing the smiles on his clients' faces when they've hooked into their trophy catch, and he's also very patient and enjoys helping young and new anglers master various techniques, as well as teaching them all about fishing at the same time. Come aboard and let him get you hooked!

About this listing

Targeted species

Rainbow Trout (Steelhead) Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Salmon (Chinook) Chinook Salmon
Salmon (Coho) Coho Salmon
Salmon (Sockeye) Sockeye Salmon

Boat specs

Boat Image
Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
23 ft
Year built
2003
Restored in
2018
Boat manufacturer
Alumaweld
Boat type
Aluminum fishing

Engine model
Yamaha SHO V-Max
Powered by
2 x 250HP
Max cruising speed
40 knots

Types of fishing

River Fishing
Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging

Amenities

GPS
Fishfinder

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 14 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 14 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.

Listing policies

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
Love teaching kids how to fish
You Keep Catch
Unless you do not want it!
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% deposit to guarantee your reservation.

The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:

Cash
Visa
Mastercard
American Express
PayPal
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3.5% charge will apply.

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