2 Net Fishing Guide LLC – Portland

There are 3 ways to get your trip booked. 1. Private trips include only your group. 2. Shared trips may include other anglers up to a total of 6. 3. individual one-person trips are also available.

Go fishing with 2 Net Fishing Guide and discover the superb river and lake fisheries that Oregon has to offer! Captain Ken Burns had decades to explore different bodies of water in the area and he knows exactly where to go to find the best fishing action.

Whether it’s Sturgeon, Salmon, trout or Shad you’re after, your guide will do everything in his power for you to have a productive trip. Depending on your fishing preferences, you can choose from a range of specialized trips he runs year-round. You can test your hand in light and heavy tackle, as well as spinning, while Salmon responds best to trolling.

Your ride and fishing platform for the day is a 29’ custom Alumaweld Intruder. Powered with 225 HP Mercury. Depending on the weather, the boat is covered and heated! The boat can accommodate up to 6 anglers with a large fish-fighting floor.

If you love river fishing, you’ll explore Columbia and Willamette rivers. For fans of lake fishing, there’s also a variety to choose from, including Clear, Timothy, and Estacada lakes.

Capt. Ken will provide Stryker, Penn and Okuma rods and reels, and you’ll have an assortment of lures to tempt your prey. When you come back to land, your guide will make sure that your catch is cleaned and filleted for your convenience.

Children are welcome to join you on your trip, as long as they’re 8 and older, there are life jackets on board for everyone. All you need to bring is a valid fishing license, some snacks, and your favorite drinks (no alcohol), and your fishing adventure with 2 Net Fishing Guide can begin!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Shared trip
    5 Hour Trip – Sturgeon Shared
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $525
    Up to 6 anglers. Additional anglers may be added to this trip. If you're a passionate chaser of Sturgeon, then fishing for these prehistoric behemoths in some of the most bountiful waters in the area is going to be a blast! Meet up with Capt. Ken and spend several hours going after this hard-fighting fish. You'll need your fishing license, drinks, and snacks.
  • Shared trip
    6 Hour Trip – Salmon Shared
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    US $600
    Up to 6 anglers. Additional anglers may be added to this trip. Get a taster of Salmon fishing on different waterways of Oregon and come home with a cooler full of tasty fillets. Chinook Salmon, aka the King, is your prey and it's voracious, especially from March to October. You'll have all the gear you need, so just buy a fishing license, and don't forget your favorite drinks and snacks.
  • Private trip
    5 Hour Trip - Sturgeon Private trip
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $750
    Only your group will be aboard during this trip. Groups with 4 or more receive a 10% discount.
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip - Salmon Private
    In demand! Last booked: 1 day ago
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    US $825
    Only your group will be aboard the boat on this trip. Groups with 4 or more anglers recieve a 10% discount!
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip – Lake Fishing 6 Angler
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $400
    Capt. Ken fishes multiple lakes in the area, including lakes Timothy, Clear, Billy Chinook, and more. You can choose a lake, or your guide can recommend where the bite is best. Bear in mind that these trips are charge by the hour, so you can choose how long the expedition will last. Don't forget your fishing license, food, and refreshments.
  • Private trip
    5 Hour Trip – Salmon 1 Angler
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    US $450
    This is a private trip for 1 guest. Get a taster of Salmon fishing on different waterways of Oregon and come home with a cooler full of tasty fillets. Chinook Salmon, aka the King, is your prey and they're voracious, especially from March to October. You'll have all the gear you need, so just buy a fishing license, and don't forget your favorite drinks and snacks.
  • Private trip
    5 Hour Trip – Sturgeon 1 Angler
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $450
    This is a private trip for 1 guest. If you're a passionate chaser of Sturgeon, then fishing for these prehistoric behemoths in some of the most bountiful waters in the area is going to be a blast! Meet up with Capt. Ken and spend several hours going after these hard-fighting fish. You'll need your fishing license, drinks, and snacks.
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FAQs about 2 Net Fishing Guide LLC – Portland

2 Net Fishing Guide LLC – Portland offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $175 per person - 5 Hour Trip – Sturgeon Shared (5 hours)
  • US $200 per person - 6 Hour Trip – Salmon Shared (6 hours)
  • US $250 per person - 5 Hour Trip - Sturgeon Private trip (5 hours)
  • US $275 per person - 6 Hour Trip - Salmon Private (6 hours)
  • US $400 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Lake Fishing 6 Angler (4 hours)
  • US $450 per group - 5 Hour Trip – Salmon 1 Angler (5 hours)
  • US $450 per group - 5 Hour Trip – Sturgeon 1 Angler (5 hours)

When you book a trip with 2 Net Fishing Guide LLC – Portland, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder

Trips booked with 2 Net Fishing Guide LLC – Portland include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle ( Penn, Okuma, Striker, )
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting

2 Net Fishing Guide LLC – Portland offers the following types of fishing:
  • River Fishing (Columbia, Willamette rivers)
  • Lake Fishing

2 Net Fishing Guide LLC – Portland offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Trolling
  • Spinning

Top targeted fish species with 2 Net Fishing Guide LLC – Portland include:
  • Salmon (Chinook)
  • Shad
  • Sturgeon

Meet the Captain

Ken Burns
Portland, Oregon, United States
ID & license verified
154 Customer reviews
Response time 1 hour
Member since June 2019
There's nothing like fishing with an experienced angler that knows all the best fishing holes in the area, and that's exactly who Captain Ken Burns is. With 40 years of fishing experience, he has the understanding and knowledge necessary to put you on the bite. Capt. Ken believes that fishing is for everyone and he loves sharing the beauty of being on the water with his customers.

About this listing

Targeted species

Salmon (Chinook) Chinook Salmon
Shad Shad
Sturgeon Sturgeon

Boat specs

Alumaweld Intruder (Aluminum fishing) originally built in 2008, and restored in 2023. Powered by a 225HP Mercury engine.

Length
29 ft
Capacity
6 persons

Types of fishing

River Fishing
Columbia, Willamette rivers
Lake Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Trolling
Spinning

Amenities

GPS
Fishfinder

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Penn, Okuma, Striker,
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
Min. age 8, life jackets provided
No Smoking
No Alcohol
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% 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
Bank Transfer

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Crew
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Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Friendly captain
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Appropriate for children
98%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Caught fish
82%
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Meg P.
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VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip - Salmon Private on August 5, 2023
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Sturgeon ON!!!

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip – Sturgeon Shared on August 2, 2023
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North Fork Reservoir Trout

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip – Lake Fishing 6 Angler on July 28, 2023
We had a great morning of fishing!  Ken was awesome with my 15 year old non-fishing grandson. The morning was a wonderful...
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VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip – Lake Fishing 6 Angler on July 3, 2023
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Megan S.
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Absolutely Amazing!!

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip – Lake Fishing 6 Angler on June 15, 2023
Let’s start off with Captain Ken was wonderful!! First off simply very helpful leading up to the trip.  As we were from...
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