Messin' Around Fishing Charter
Join Messin’ Around Fishing Charter and get ready to discover the Puget Sound with Captain Mathew Messing. As a local guide and experienced angler who grew up fishing the surrounding waters of Seattle, Capt. Mathew has caught just about every possible species there is here.
You’ll be fishing from a 25’ Defiance San Juan sport fisher, built locally, designed for fishing the Puget Sound. The boat is versatile and equipped with state-of-the-art features and technology. She comes with the latest Raymarine electronics and safety equipment, downriggers, and a live bait tank for Lingcod. You’ll also have a private toilet, fridge, and ample space for 4 people to fish at the same time. Capt. Mathew welcomes children ages 5 and up, and he’s got kids’ sized life vests for them as well.
You’ll be targeting salmon by trolling, using the latest and best fishing equipment available. If you’re fishing for Lingcod, you’ll be using live bait. All of the captain’s tackle is in excellent condition, so you can expect a top-quality experience at all times.
Bring any snacks and drinks you’d like, and your catch will be cleaned and filleted free of charge.
You’ll buy your fishing license on the boat for $10 or free if you book a private charter. Check the weather dress appropriately. Get ready for an incredible day on the Puget Sound and book your next adventure with Messin’ Around Fishing Charters!
Based out of the Brownsville Marina (Bremerton side).
Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (244)
+241Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
93%
Appropriate for children
91%
Friendly captain
99%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Recommend this charter
96%
Caught fish
89%
Aug 8, 2025
4hr- Private Salmon (PM) Bremerton
Fishing the Puget Sound
We booked this charter hoping to give our boys a fun, memorable fishing trip—and it absolutely delivered. The weather was perfect, with calm waters, a gorgeous view of the Seattle coastline, and even sightings of porpoises, jumping salmon, and sea hawks. Our guide worked hard to get us on fish, and he did—1 coho and 10 pink salmon (plus a king salmon we released because it was out of season). The boys loved every minute, from reeling in their fish to bringing home a cooler full of fresh salmon. We left with great memories, beautiful photos, and enough fish for several meals. Highly recommend for anyone wanting a successful day on the water in the Puget Sound. Thanks Matt!
We booked this charter hoping to give our boys a fun, memorable fishing trip—and it absolutely delivered. The weather was perfect,...
Jun 29, 2025
4hr- Shared Salmon (PM) Bremerton
Great Afternoon Fishing!
An unforgettable day on the water! Took my 12-year-old nephew out for his first salmon fishing trip and couldn’t have asked for a better experience. We spent the day on the Sound with perfect weather, great company, and even better fishing. We caught our limit of salmon and had a blast doing it. The captain was fantastic—supportive, patient, and really helped make it fun and educational for my nephew. It was a great way to introduce him to fishing, and he’s already asking when we can go again. Highly recommend, and we’ll definitely be booking another trip soon!
An unforgettable day on the water! Took my 12-year-old nephew out for his first salmon fishing trip and couldn’t have asked for...
Aug 13, 2025
4hr- Shared Salmon (AM) Bremerton
What a day!!!
4 people, 16 salmon in 2 hours!!! Capt. Matt is the best!! Knowledgeable, helpful, as excited as we were with each catch. And…he is a master at cleaning and fileting fish. The 3 seals that hung around for scraps were adorable. I recommend you take this 4 hour fishing trip. We’re already planning on coming back to go out again.
4 people, 16 salmon in 2 hours!!! Capt. Matt is the best!! Knowledgeable, helpful, as excited as we were with each catch. And…he...
Jul 28, 2025
4hr- Private Salmon (AM) Bremerton
Thank you!
We had such a terrific day on the water with Captain Matt. My teenage nephews loved it and caught several pink salmon back to back. The boat was perfect for the 4 of us and it was a surprise and a delight that crab pots were also a part of the experience and bounty. We had a delicious dinner with both the salmon and crab that we caught and Captain Matt filet and prepared for us to take home. Wonderful day of fishing and experience we will never forget. Thanks again!
We had such a terrific day on the water with Captain Matt. My teenage nephews loved it and caught several pink salmon back to...
Jul 25, 2025
4hr- Shared Salmon (PM) Bremerton
Easy/Fun experience resulted in rare catch
Captain Messing made the experience easy and fun, setting everything up for us novice fishermen (one of us had some knowledge and experience). We ended up catching a nice 24” King Salmon. When we got back to the slip, Captain Messing prepared the fish for us. When he cut into the fish, he noted that it was a White King Salmon, very rare and prized catch. Based on his comments, we went back and researched that these were truly rare and prized, and was delicious!
Captain Messing made the experience easy and fun, setting everything up for us novice fishermen (one of us had some knowledge...
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Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (244)
+241Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
93%
Appropriate for children
91%
Friendly captain
99%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Recommend this charter
96%
Caught fish
89%
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Fishing the Puget Sound
4hr- Private Salmon (PM) Bremerton on August 8, 2025
We booked this charter hoping to give our boys a fun, memorable fishing trip—and it absolutely delivered. The weather was perfect, with calm waters, a gorgeous view of the Seattle coastline, and even sightings of porpoises, jumping salmon, and sea hawks. Our guide worked hard to get us on fish, and he did—1 coho and 10 pink salmon (plus a king salmon we released because it was out of season). The boys loved every minute, from reeling in their fish to bringing home a cooler full of fresh salmon. We left with great memories, beautiful photos, and enough fish for several meals. Highly recommend for anyone wanting a successful day on the water in the Puget Sound. Thanks Matt!
We booked this charter hoping to give our boys a fun, memorable fishing trip—and it absolutely delivered. The weather was perfect, with calm waters, a gorgeous view of the Seattle coastline, and even sightings of porpoises, jumping salmon, and sea hawks. Our guide worked hard to get us on fish, and he did—1 coho and 10 pink salmon (plus a king salmon we released because it was out of season). The boys loved every minute, from reeling in their fish to bringing home a cooler full of fresh salmon....
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Great Afternoon Fishing!
4hr- Shared Salmon (PM) Bremerton on June 29, 2025
An unforgettable day on the water! Took my 12-year-old nephew out for his first salmon fishing trip and couldn’t have asked for a better experience. We spent the day on the Sound with perfect weather, great company, and even better fishing. We caught our limit of salmon and had a blast doing it. The captain was fantastic—supportive, patient, and really helped make it fun and educational for my nephew. It was a great way to introduce him to fishing, and he’s already asking when we can go again. Highly recommend, and we’ll definitely be booking another trip soon!
An unforgettable day on the water! Took my 12-year-old nephew out for his first salmon fishing trip and couldn’t have asked for a better experience. We spent the day on the Sound with perfect weather, great company, and even better fishing. We caught our limit of salmon and had a blast doing it. The captain was fantastic—supportive, patient, and really helped make it fun and educational for my nephew. It was a great way to introduce him to fishing, and he’s already asking when we can go again....
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
What a day!!!
4hr- Shared Salmon (AM) Bremerton on August 13, 2025
4 people, 16 salmon in 2 hours!!! Capt. Matt is the best!! Knowledgeable, helpful, as excited as we were with each catch. And…he is a master at cleaning and fileting fish. The 3 seals that hung around for scraps were adorable. I recommend you take this 4 hour fishing trip. We’re already planning on coming back to go out again.
4 people, 16 salmon in 2 hours!!! Capt. Matt is the best!! Knowledgeable, helpful, as excited as we were with each catch. And…he is a master at cleaning and fileting fish. The 3 seals that hung around for scraps were adorable. I recommend you take this 4 hour fishing trip. We’re already planning on coming back to go out again.
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Thank you!
4hr- Private Salmon (AM) Bremerton on July 28, 2025
We had such a terrific day on the water with Captain Matt. My teenage nephews loved it and caught several pink salmon back to back. The boat was perfect for the 4 of us and it was a surprise and a delight that crab pots were also a part of the experience and bounty. We had a delicious dinner with both the salmon and crab that we caught and Captain Matt filet and prepared for us to take home. Wonderful day of fishing and experience we will never forget. Thanks again!
We had such a terrific day on the water with Captain Matt. My teenage nephews loved it and caught several pink salmon back to back. The boat was perfect for the 4 of us and it was a surprise and a delight that crab pots were also a part of the experience and bounty. We had a delicious dinner with both the salmon and crab that we caught and Captain Matt filet and prepared for us to take home. Wonderful day of fishing and experience we will never forget. Thanks again!
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Easy/Fun experience resulted in rare catch
4hr- Shared Salmon (PM) Bremerton on July 25, 2025
Captain Messing made the experience easy and fun, setting everything up for us novice fishermen (one of us had some knowledge and experience). We ended up catching a nice 24” King Salmon. When we got back to the slip, Captain Messing prepared the fish for us. When he cut into the fish, he noted that it was a White King Salmon, very rare and prized catch. Based on his comments, we went back and researched that these were truly rare and prized, and was delicious!
Captain Messing made the experience easy and fun, setting everything up for us novice fishermen (one of us had some knowledge and experience). We ended up catching a nice 24” King Salmon. When we got back to the slip, Captain Messing prepared the fish for us. When he cut into the fish, he noted that it was a White King Salmon, very rare and prized catch. Based on his comments, we went back and researched that these were truly rare and prized, and was delicious!
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