Obsession Fishing – Kokanee 

5.0
(5 reviews)
 Speelyai Bay Recreation Road 1, Ariel, WA 98603, United States–

Obsession Fishing – Kokanee 

Ariel, WA, United States
–
28 ft
6
5.0
(5 reviews)

Obsession Fishing is here to take you on a memorable lake fishing trip in the state of Washington. Join Captain Bill Woods in Battle Ground and explore all the beauty that Lake Merwin and Lake Yale have to offer. Captain Bill is an experienced professional who'll not only help you catch fish but also make your trip as fun as possible. Book today and make memories with Obsession Fishing.

The boat you'll be fishing from is a 28' Willie fishing boat that can take up to 6 anglers. It runs on a 300 HP Yamaha engine that will help you reach your fishing grounds quickly, leaving you more time for fishing. Captain Bill uses modern GPS, fishfinder, as well as VHF radio technology so he can navigate the waters safely and efficiently. In order to make your fishing experience even better, the boat's equipped with a fighting chair, downriggers, and a livewell.

You and the captain will have a fun time fishing the lakes for Kokanee Salmon using light tackle. You'll be keeping all the fish you catch so you can treat yourself and your dear ones to some delightful meals. Also, kids are welcome to join aboard. Feel free to bring them along and spend a beautiful day in nature with your family.

All the fishing rods, reels, tackle, and lures are included in the trip price. Yours is only to bring your licenses as well as any food and drinks you like. After the trip, the captain can clean your catch at no extra charge.

Bring your dear ones and let Captain Bill take you on a fishing adventure full of fun!

Obsession Fishing is here to take you on a memorable lake fishing trip in the state of Washington. Join Captain Bill Woods in Battle Ground and explore all the beauty that Lake Merwin and Lake Yale have to offer. Captain Bill is an experienced professional who'll not only help you catch fish but also make your trip as fun as possible. Book today and make memories with Obsession Fishing.

The boat you'll be fishing from is a 28' Willie fishing boat that can take up to 6 anglers. It runs on a 300 HP Yamaha engine that will help you reach your fishing grounds quickly, leaving you more time for fishing. Captain Bill uses modern GPS, fishfinder, as well as VHF radio technology so he can navigate the waters safely and efficiently. In order to make your fishing experience even better, the boat's equipped with a fighting chair, downriggers, and a livewell.

You and the captain will have a fun time fishing the lakes for Kokanee Salmon using light tackle. You'll be keeping all the fish you catch so you can treat yourself and your dear ones to some delightful meals. Also, kids are welcome to join aboard. Feel free to bring them along and spend a beautiful day in nature with your family.

All the fishing rods, reels, tackle, and lures are included in the trip price. Yours is only to bring your licenses as well as any food and drinks you like. After the trip, the captain can clean your catch at no extra charge.

Bring your dear ones and let Captain Bill take you on a fishing adventure full of fun!

Bill Woods
Captain
Bill Woods
21 years of experience
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8 Hour Trip – Kokanee
Non-refundable
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Jan 1 - May 25
US $300
Entire boat: 2 people

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5.0
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Boat & equipment
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Reviews (5)

  • Mathew Dansky
    Mathew Dansky
    us
    Washington State, US
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified

    Great day of fishing!!!

    8 Hour Trip – Kokanee on May 10, 2024 • 2 adults

    Fished for Kokanee on Yale lake. Started our day out early with a lot more wind than the forecast showed, but Captain Bill pushed through and we found the fish. We ended up with 4 limits in the boat pretty quickly. Captain Bill creates a very positive environment on the boat. He knows what he’s doing for sure. We had a great time out there.

  • Fall Newsom
    Fall Newsom
    us
    Oregon, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Day on the Lake

    8 Hour Trip – Kokanee on February 23, 2026 • 1 adult

    This was exactly what I was looking for. Bill has an amazing boat and taught me a ton about catching Kokanee. We were catching fish all day. I would highly recommend Bill as a guide.

  • Bruce Chassy
    Bruce Chassy
    us
    Idaho, US
    Member since 2022
    5.0
    Verified

    Obsession Fishing is Obsessed with Perfection

    8 Hour Trip – Kokanee on April 27, 2022 • 2 adults

    I thoroughly enjoyed meeting Bill and fishing with him. In spite of cold rainy weather, it was a great day. Captain Bill has a well-equipped boat and knows how to fish. I limited out on the first try at fishing for Kokanee and had a blast doing it. I really enjoyed getting to know Bill as a person. He's always upbeat and positive. Never-the-less, after a day I considered near perfect, Bill was thinking about the one that got away and what he could have done to catch more fish and make the experience better. Suffice to say, I will be going out with Bill again!

  • Jeff Mehlman
    Jeff Mehlman
    us
    Massachusetts, US
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified

    Fishing with Bill

    8 Hour Trip – Kokanee on April 13, 2024 • 4 adults
  • Ronald Hines
    Ronald Hines
    us
    California, US
    Member since 2022
    5.0
    Verified

    Fishing with Bill

    8 Hour Trip – Kokanee on April 7, 2022 • 1 adult

    Captain Bill knows his Kokanee fishing! I had a great time as well as catching my limit. I highly recommend this guide as he is very knowledgeable and has a great sense of humor. I had a great day on the water.

FAQs about Obsession Fishing – Kokanee

Obsession Fishing – Kokanee offers the following trip to customers:
  • US $150 per person - 8 Hour Trip – Kokanee (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Obsession Fishing – Kokanee, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Fighting chair
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
Trips booked with Obsession Fishing – Kokanee include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
Obsession Fishing – Kokanee offers the following type of fishing:
  • Lake fishing (Merwin and Yale)
Obsession Fishing – Kokanee offers the following fishing technique:
  • Light tackle
Top targeted fish species with Obsession Fishing – Kokanee include:
  • Salmon

Your captain

Bill Woods
Bill Woods
Ariel, Washington, United States
24 Customer reviews
Typical response within 8 hours
Member since June 2017
Captain Bill has fished this area professionally for over 14 years and knows exactly where to go and when to go. He is a professional guide who provides first-class customer service and has a super fun personality, too. He will definitely make your trip even more entertaining than just catching fish! Captain Bill's favorite fish to catch is Salmon in the summertime.
Bill Woods
Bill Woods
24
reviews
2017
member since
~9h
response
Captain Bill has fished this area professionally for over 14 years and knows exactly where to go and when to go. He is a professional guide who provides first-class customer service and has a super fun personality, too. He will definitely make your trip even more entertaining than just catching fish! Captain Bill's favorite fish to catch is Salmon in the summertime.

The fish you can target

Salmon
Salmon
Salmon
Salmon

Real catches by this captain

  • Three anglers proudly displaying their catch of multiple fish in a net aboard a fishing boat, surrounded by a scenic mountainous backdrop.
    Fish 1
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Mathew D.
    Mathew D.
    Fished for Kokanee on Yale lake. Started our day out early with a lot more wind than the forecast showed, but Captain Bill pushed through and we found the fish. We ended up with 4 limits in the boat pretty quickly. Captain Bill creates a very positive environment on the boat. He knows what he’s doing for sure. We had a great time out there.

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
28 ft
Year built
2014
Boat manufacturer
Willie Boats
Boat type
Aluminum fishing
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 300HP

What kind of fishing will you do?

Lake Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle

Which amenities are available onboard

Fighting chair
GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting

How cancellations work

Deposit non-refundable
If it is unsafe to travel, you may still cancel free of charge or change the date(s) of your booking.
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What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child friendly
You keep catch

How you can pay

Book with 15% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% 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:
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