Chuck's Outdoor Adventures

Washington state is known for its incredible freshwater fishing opportunities, and the small city of Chehalis has direct access to the plentiful Chehalis River and its winding waterways. Who better to introduce you to these fishing hotspots than a man who’s locally known as “Washington’s Premier Fishing Guide?” For an angling adventure you’ll remember for years to come, join Captain Chuck Wicken with Chuck’s Outdoor Adventures!

Capt. Chuck is a local freshwater fishing fanatic with over 25 years of experience under his belt, so it’s fair to say he knows these waters like the back of his hand. He prides himself on knowing where the fish are, and how to catch them. Chehalis River is brimming with world-famous species such as Coho, Chinook, and Pink Salmon, Steelhead, and prehistoric Sturgeon. Capt. Chuck will help you finesse your skills to hook a prize catch.

You’ll be fishing from his 22’ Alumaweld jet boat, custom-made and specifically designed for Steelhead fishing. She can accommodate up to 5 guests and Capt. Chuck welcomes anglers age 10 and above on board. Feel free to bring along any budding anglers and make this a family bonding trip you won’t forget! Your vessel is decked out with top-quality rods and reels, and Capt. Chuck will provide artificial bait for you, too.

When it comes to hooking your Sturgeon, Steelhead, or Salmon, you’ll mainly be drift fishing the river using light tackle. All of these species grow to seriously impressive sizes here, so you’ll be in for an exciting fight at the end of your line no matter what you hook. You’ll have something to look forward to when you’ve reeled in your catch, too – Capt. Chuck will happily clean and fillet your fish for you, so you can take home some tasty table fare.

Rods and reels are provided and Capt. Chuck recommends bringing rain gear along – it is Washington, after all! All that’s left is to grab a fishing license and join Chucks Outdoor Adventures for an unforgettable day on the water.



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  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Apr 15 - Oct 15
    Price for 2 persons
    US $500
    This 8-hour adventure will give you plenty of time to explore the excellent fishing opportunities on offer in this part of Washington. With Capt. Chuck's expert advice and guidance, you'll drift fish for a variety of incredible freshwater species, including the prehistoric Sturgeon, Steelhead, and Salmon species. After your trip, Capt. Chuck will fillet your catch for you. All fishing gear is provided for you, so just grab a fishing license and bring along snacks, drinks, and rain gear!
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VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on July 30, 2024
We had a great time with Captain Chuck on the Cowlitz River today! He was a great guide and teacher, and very funny. He effortlessly...
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Chuck is a great guide!

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on August 4, 2024
He did a great job of explaining what we needed to do!
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A great time with Captain Chuck!

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on June 26, 2023
We travelled up and down the river, seeking spots for fishing - had a great time, with Captain Chuck - caught some ‘big ones’...
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VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on September 30, 2023
My dad n brother we’re boating from Iowa n Colorado n we decided to book a fishin trip to catch some Salmon in Washington!
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VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on August 7, 2021
Chuck was absolutely great! He made it very fun, told us how to troll and what to do with our lines the whole time and really...
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FAQs about Chuck's Outdoor Adventures

Chuck's Outdoor Adventures offers the following trip to customers:
  • US $250 per person - Full Day Trip (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Chuck's Outdoor Adventures, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Ice Box Ice-Box for the catch, cooler for snacks/drinks

Trips booked with Chuck's Outdoor Adventures include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting

Chuck's Outdoor Adventures offers the following type of fishing:
  • River Fishing

Chuck's Outdoor Adventures offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Drift Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Chuck's Outdoor Adventures include:
  • Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
  • Salmon (Chinook)
  • Salmon (Coho)
  • Salmon (Pink)
  • Sturgeon

Meet the Captain

Chuck Wicken
Chehalis, Washington, United States
8 Customer reviews
Response time 5 hours
Member since March 2019
With over 25 years of experience guiding fishing trips, it only makes sense that Captain Chuck Wicken is thought of as “Washington’s Premier Fishing Guide” by many! He's local to this area, so it's fair to say that he really does know these waters like the back of his hand. No matter where you want to go, what you want to target, and how you want to fish, Capt. Chuck prides himself on knowing where the fish are, and how to catch them.

About this listing

Targeted species

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

Boat specs

Boat Image
Boat category
Speed boats
Capacity
5 persons
Boat length
22 ft
Year built
1995
Restored in
2019
Boat manufacturer
Alumweld
Boat type
Jet boat

Engine model
Mercury
Powered by
1 x 200HP
Max cruising speed
20 knots

Types of fishing

River Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Drift Fishing

Amenities

GPS
Fishfinder
Ice Box
Ice-Box for the catch, cooler for snacks/drinks

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
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
Ages 10 and up
You Keep Catch
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
Checks
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.