Fish Nets Guide Service is a family-friendly operation based in Springfield, Oregon that that is committed to helping you and your family discover the joys of the outdoors. The crew will take care of everything for you – from the gear to the grub, it has you covered! The owner and operator, Captain Zach Adler, will meet you on the McKenzie River and greet you with a smile. Once you step aboard his drift boat and take your seat, you’ll be hooked – immersed in the beauty of old-growth forests that surround you, the excitement of the next tug on your line, and the relaxing rock of the river’s babbling flow beneath the boat. Explore all that the McKenzie River has to offer and say yes to an adventure you won’t soon forget with Fish Nets Guide Service.

You’ll fish from a 17’ Pavati drift boat that can safely take up to 3 anglers. The boat was made in 2016 and will provide a steady ride to the fishing spots.

You and Captain Zach will be searching for Cutthroat and Rainbow Trout. Using light tackle, you can spin, fly fish, and drift to attract your prey. You can keep the hatchery wish, while all the wild fish has to be released.

Before you come aboard, bring your fishing licenses, snacks, and drinks. The captain takes care of all the equipment and also offers catch cleaning and filleting at the end of the trip.

Book today and join aboard, Fish Nets Guide Service is eager to fish with you.



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Half Day – Fly Fishing (AM) MAX 3
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Oct 1
    US $350
    Your trip departs at 8:00 a.m. and accommodates up to 3 guests (only 2 people will be able to fish at the same time on these fly fishing trips). You will be targeting Rainbow and Cutthroat Trout on the McKenzie river. All of your fish will be cleaned for you at the end of your trip.
  • Private trip
    Half Day – Fly Fishing (PM) MAX 3
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    Seasonal trip May 1 - Oct 1
    US $350
    Your trip will start at 1:00 p.m. Up to 3 guests can join this trip, with only 2 being able to fish at the same time. You will be chasing Cutthroat Trout and Rainbow Trout on the McKenzie River. The catch will be cleaned for you.
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip – Bait and Lures (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Oct 1
    US $350
    Your trip will depart at 8:00 a.m. and it can accommodate up to 4 guests. You and the captain will be fishing for Rainbow Trout and Cutthroat Trout on the McKenzie River. The catch will be cleaned for you at the end of your trip.
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip – Bait and Lures (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    Seasonal trip May 1 - Oct 1
    US $350
    Your trip will depart at 1:00 p.m. and it can take up to 4 guests. You'll be chasing Rainbow and Cutthroat Trout on the McKenzie River. The captain will clean the catch for you at the end of your trip.
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip – Bait and Lures
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Aug 1
    US $500
    Full day trips include an expert guide, all the equipment required for a day on the water, and a riverside fish fry (the local specialty!). You and the captain will go after Rainbow Trout and Cutthroat Trout and all of the fish will be cleaned for you.
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip – Fly Fishing (MAX 3)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Jun 15 - Oct 1
    US $500
    The trip includes all the equipment, an expert guide, and a riverside fish fry! You'll chase Rainbow and Cutthroat Trout. All of your fish will be cleaned for you. Although the captain can accommodate 3 people on this trip, only 2 will be able to fish at a time.
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FAQs about Fish Nets Guide Service

Fish Nets Guide Service offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $350 per group, additional US $125 per person after 2 guests - Half Day – Fly Fishing (AM) MAX 3 (4 hours)
  • US $350 per group, additional US $125 per person after 2 guests - Half Day – Fly Fishing (PM) MAX 3 (4 hours)
  • US $350 per group, additional US $125 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip – Bait and Lures (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $350 per group, additional US $125 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip – Bait and Lures (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $500 per group - Full Day Trip – Bait and Lures (8 hours)
  • US $500 per group - Full Day Trip – Fly Fishing (MAX 3) (8 hours)

Trips booked with Fish Nets Guide Service include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Lunch
  • Fly Fishing Equipment

Fish Nets Guide Service offers the following type of fishing:
  • River Fishing (The crew fishes the McKenzie and Willamette rivers)

Fish Nets Guide Service offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Spinning
  • Fly Fishing
  • Drift Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Fish Nets Guide Service include:
  • Cutthroat Trout
  • Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)

Meet the Charter Operator

Fish Nets Guide Service
Springfield, Oregon, United States
4 Customer reviews
Response time 8 hours
Member since July 2022
Fish Nets Guide Service and Captain Zach invite you on a day of fishing on the beautiful McKenzie and Willamette rivers. The captain is a Eugene native who does his best to help you relax in these beautiful environments and experience all the beauty the rivers have to offer. Join him aboard and have an unforgettable fishing adventure in Oregon.

About this listing

Targeted species

Cutthroat Trout Cutthroat Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead) Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)

Boat specs

Pavati (Drift boat) originally built in 2016. Powered by a 10HP Mercury engine.

Length
17 ft
Capacity
3 persons

Types of fishing

River Fishing
The crew fishes the McKenzie and Willamette rivers

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Spinning
Fly Fishing
Drift Fishing

Amenities

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Lunch
Fly Fishing Equipment

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 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
You Keep Catch
Only hatchery fish may be kept.
Catch and Release Allowed
All wild fish must be released unharmed.

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
Checks

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 4 reviews
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Amazing experience and kind guide
Amazing experience and kind guide
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Anglers claimed
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100%
Friendly captain
100%
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Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
33%
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Nathaniel M.
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Fishing with Fish

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip – Bait and Lures (PM) on September 8, 2023
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James L.
Lexington, KY
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Half Day trip with Captain Zack Alder

VERIFIED   Half Day – Fly Fishing (PM) MAX 3 on June 23, 2023
My wife, grandson and I were VERY pleased with our experience.  Captain Zack showed great capability in getting us to the...
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Paige L.
Blue Island, IL
Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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Amazing experience and kind guide

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip – Bait and Lures (AM) on July 29, 2023
We had the best time with Zach! He was very patient with beginner fly fishers and did everything he could to make this experience...
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Joe L.
Portland, Oregon
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July fishing trip

VERIFIED   Half Day – Fly Fishing (PM) MAX 3 on July 30, 2023
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