Premier Guide Service - Boardman

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Experience an exciting fishing adventure on the streams of the Columbia River. Premier Guide Service – Boardman is waiting for you in the serene community of Boardman in the north of Oregon. They will set you up with memorable fishing trips that you’ll talk about for years to come. Captain Jeff Frenette will do his best that you get your chance to feel the thrill of getting that perfect catch.

Hop aboard the Alumaweld aluminum fishing model from 2019. It can accommodate groups of up to 6 guests so it’s perfect for large families and gatherings of friends. The boat is 26’ and it is powered by a single Mercury engine with 200 hp. There is fishfinding equipment available so you would fully utilize the fishing potential of the river.

This charter specializes in fishing along the Columbia River. You can test your skill in trolling and jigging, and our crew will help you out regardless of whether you’re an experienced angler or an absolute beginner. Depending on the type of trip you can go after Sturgeon or delicious Welley, Salmon (Chinook), or Smallmouth Bass.

Don’t forget to acquire your Oregon fishing license before you come aboard, as the charter doesn’t cover it. As for the necessary fishing gear, lures, and baits, all of that is waiting for you on board. Be sure to check with the crew which fish you can keep, and which you have to release. If you’re allowed to bag your catch, the crew will gladly help you with cleaning. Families with children are welcome.

Don’t miss out on the unique experience of fishing on the Colombia River so book a trip with Premier Guide Service – Boardman.



Trip availability and prices

  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip – Walleye
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    Seasonal trip Oct 15 - Jul 10
    Price for 2 persons
    US $470
    Treat yourself to a fun day on the Columbia river. During this 8 hour trip, we'll be trolling and jigging for Walleye.
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip – Sturgeon
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Apr 1 - Jul 15
    Price for 2 persons
    US $470
    This 8-hour trip is for the anglers who are in it for the experience and not bagging the fish. We'll be going after the Sturgeon with a strict catch and release policy.
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip – Salmon
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    Seasonal trip Sep 1 - Nov 15
    Price for 2 persons
    US $500
    Spend a full day gliding the Columbia River. During this 8 hour trip, we'll be trolling for Coho and Chinook Salmon.
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 9 reviews
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.6 / 5
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Good experience
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Friendly captain
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Recommend this charter
89%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
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LAWRENCE B.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
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Very good
4.0 / 5
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VERIFIED   Full Day Trip – Walleye on May 16, 2024
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Doug S.
Spokane, WA
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great day on the Columbia River with Jeff Frenette

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip – Salmon on September 25, 2021
My family and I had a wonderful experience fishing with Jeff Frenette yesterday.  He is a very personable captain, knowledgable...
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Thomas S.
Lynnwood, WA
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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VERIFIED   Full Day Trip – Sturgeon on April 23, 2022
Jeff is a wonderful captain. Very knowledgeable and happy to help with any questions. Me and my brother never have been sturgeon...
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TRACE S.
Usk, Washington
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
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Walleye

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip – Walleye on June 11, 2022
Great experience. Didn’t catch much, but no body was. Jeff is a wonderful guide. We will definitely book again.
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Gary G.
Sisters, OR
Excellent
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VERIFIED   Full Day Trip – Sturgeon on May 21, 2022
We had a great time fishing for sturgeon!
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FAQs about Premier Guide Service - Boardman

Premier Guide Service - Boardman offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $235 per person - Full Day Trip – Walleye (8 hours)
  • US $235 per person - Full Day Trip – Sturgeon (8 hours)
  • US $250 per person - Full Day Trip – Salmon (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Premier Guide Service - Boardman, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Radar

Trips booked with Premier Guide Service - Boardman include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting

Premier Guide Service - Boardman offers the following type of fishing:
  • River Fishing

Premier Guide Service - Boardman offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Trolling
  • Jigging

Top targeted fish species with Premier Guide Service - Boardman include:
  • Bass (Smallmouth)
  • Salmon (Chinook)
  • Sturgeon
  • Walleye

Your captain

Jeff Frenette
Boardman, Oregon, United States
3 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
16 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since June 2019
Captain Jeff retired from the Army and started Premier Guide Service. He has been licensed since 2015 but he has been fishing his entire life. He loves to guide fishing trips because (besides fishing), they always give the opportunity to meet new people. He participated in several local tournaments for veterans, like Fallen outdoors and Black & Gold.

The fish you can target

Bass (Smallmouth) Smallmouth Bass
Salmon (Chinook) Chinook Salmon
Sturgeon Sturgeon
Walleye Walleye

What the boat is like

Boat Image
Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
26 ft
Year built
2019
Boat manufacturer
Alumaweld
Boat type
Aluminum fishing

Engine model
Mercury
Powered by
1 x 200HP

Which types of fishing are offered

River Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Trolling
Jigging

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Radar

What’s included in the trip price

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

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 1 day prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 1 day 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.

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

How you can pay

Book with 30% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 30% 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
Checks
Bank Transfer
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3.5% charge will apply.