Seeking Limits Guide Service

If you’re going to cast a line in Everett, look no further than Seeking Limits Summer Salmon. Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain John can tell you all about the local fishery. You’ll be casting lines from a 27’ Aluminum fishing with a capacity for 6 passengers. It comes with downriggers and all the essentials.

These waters are known for Salmon, Chinook Salmon, Coho Salmon, Pink Salmon, Lingcod and more – with any luck, you’ll hook into a few! Depending on the species you’re after, you may find yourself trolling, jigging, or maybe something more specialized in this area. Rods, reels, and tackle are provided, as well as lures.

Planning a family adventure? Kids are absolutely welcome! If you don’t have a child-sized life vest of your own, be sure to ask if there’s one on board. Snacks are never a bad idea so that nobody gets cranky on an empty stomach!

Before coming aboard, you will need to have a valid Washington State Saltwater fishing license with a Salmon catch record card for this trip.  These can be purchased at many licensing locations all over the state.  There are options for 1-day, 3-day, and annual fishing licenses. 
PLEASE NOTE: You must have the physical copy of your Salmon catch record card, this is not available for printing from online sales. If you plan to buy your license online, you must do so early enough to allow 2 weeks to receive your physical license in the mail. If your trip is planned shorter than this 2-week window, please make sure you go to a licensing location, and buy your fishing license in person. 

Don’t leave home without sunglasses, a hat, sunblock (non-spray), and bottled water. If you’d like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but try to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Give yourself something to look forward to and book a trip with Seeking Limits Summer Salmon!



Trip availability and prices

  • Shared trip
    Full Day Salmon Trip
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Sep 30
    Price for 2 persons
    US $580
    We will be fishing for Salmon on the Puget Sound. The species and seasons change throughout the Summer, but there are always some species of Salmon to fish for in Puget Sound from June through to September. We mainly target Coho (Silver) and King (Chinook) Salmon by trolling, but we sometimes mooch for them as well. The departure time may vary slightly based on date, tide, and conditions
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Trolling
    Targeted fish
    Salmon
    Salmon
    Salmon (Chinook)
    Chinook Salmon
    Salmon (Coho)
    Coho Salmon
  • Shared trip
    Puget Sound Lingcod (Shared)
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Seasonal trip May 1 - Jun 15
    Price for 2 persons
    US $580
    We will head out of the Everett 10th Street boat ramp on these trips. Our day will begin by catching our own live bait. This usually consists of flounder, and sometimes shiner perch and starts the day off at a fun fast pace. Once we have enough bait we will head to the lingcod grounds and deploy our fresh live bait looking for sea monsters! These are fun trips where the rod is in your hand and you’re actively fishing. Captain John will give you all the instruction you need to catch the fish of a lifetime!
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Reef Fishing
    Wreck Fishing
    Flats Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Jigging
    Targeted fish
    Lingcod
    Lingcod
    Flounder
    Flounder
  • Private trip
    Puget Sound Lingcod (Private)
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Seasonal trip May 1 - Jun 15
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $1,100
    We will head out of the Everett 10th Street boat ramp on these trips. Our day will begin by catching our own live bait. This usually consists of flounder, and sometimes shiner perch and starts the day off at a fun fast pace. Once we have enough bait we will head to the lingcod grounds and deploy our fresh live bait looking for sea monsters! These are fun trips where the rod is in your hand and you’re actively fishing. Captain John will give you all the instruction you need to catch the fish of a lifetime!
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Reef Fishing
    Wreck Fishing
    Flats Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Jigging
    Targeted fish
    Lingcod
    Lingcod
    Flounder
    Flounder
  • Private trip
    Full Day Salmon Trip
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Sep 30
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $1,200
    This is a private boat trip, where the entire boat is reserved for your group only. We will be fishing for Salmon on the Puget Sound. The species and seasons change throughout the Summer, but there are always some species of Salmon to fish for in Puget Sound from June through to September. We mainly target Coho (Silver) and King (Chinook) Salmon by trolling, but we sometimes mooch for them as well. The departure time may vary slightly based on date, tide, and conditions
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Trolling
    Targeted fish
    Salmon
    Salmon
    Salmon (Chinook)
    Chinook Salmon
    Salmon (Coho)
    Coho Salmon
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Perfect Trip - Outstanding Guide!

VERIFIED   Full Day Salmon Trip on September 10, 2024
Went on a random Tuesday morning and John turned it into an epic trip! He has a perfect knowledge of the salmon fishing areas...
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It doesn’t get better. I promise.

VERIFIED   Full Day Salmon Trip on September 18, 2024
I have been on many guided fishing trips, and most were very impressive. This was the final boss of that. John is a scientist...
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A fantastic day out on the water

VERIFIED   Puget Sound Lingcod (Private) on May 18, 2024
We had a fantastic day out on the water. The captain and his deckhand were so helpful and kind. It was my first fishing trip...
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Great first time fishing experience

VERIFIED   Full Day Salmon Trip on September 2, 2024
Amazing first experience catching coho salmon. Captain John and Brie knew the best spots and were also very knowledgeable and...
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FAQs about Seeking Limits Guide Service

Seeking Limits Guide Service offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $290 per person - Full Day Salmon Trip (6 hours)
  • US $290 per person - Puget Sound Lingcod (Shared) (6 hours)
  • US $1,100 per group - Puget Sound Lingcod (Private) (6 hours)
  • US $1,200 per group, additional US $275 per person after 4 guests - Full Day Salmon Trip (6 hours)

When you book a trip with Seeking Limits Guide Service, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Wireless Trolling Motor 8hp Mercury Kicker with Garmin Reactor Auto Pilot
  • Ice Box Multiple ice chests provided

Trips booked with Seeking Limits Guide Service include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Your catch will be cleaned and filleted on the boat at the end of the day free of charge)

Seeking Limits Guide Service offers the following type of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing (Puget Sound)

Seeking Limits Guide Service offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Trolling (We usually troll for Salmon in the Summer)
  • Jigging (Sometimes conditions are perfect to "Mooch" )

Top targeted fish species with Seeking Limits Guide Service include:
  • Salmon
  • Salmon (Chinook)
  • Salmon (Coho)
  • Salmon (Pink)

Your captain

John Kernaghan
Everett, Washington, United States
13 Fishing Reports
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22 Customer reviews
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Member since June 2023
John has been fishing in Washington for most of his life. Chasing Salmon has always been a passion of his, from the saltwater to the rivers and lakes, he does it all. He's had many different boats in his life, and guided for several years in his younger days. Fishing is his favorite thing to do, and after many years of fishing on his own time with friends and family, he decided to get back into guiding. John has a wealth of knowledge and is always trying to find the next hot thing when it comes to fishing. He is constantly trying new techniques to stay on top of the ever-changing seasons and fish.

The fish you can target

Salmon Salmon
Salmon (Chinook) Chinook Salmon
Salmon (Coho) Coho Salmon
Salmon (Pink) Pink Salmon

What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
27 ft
Year built
2020
Boat manufacturer
Alumaweld
Boat type
Aluminum fishing

Engine model
Mercury
Powered by
1 x 250HP
Max cruising speed
40 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Puget Sound

Which fishing techniques will you try?

Trolling
We usually troll for Salmon in the Summer
Jigging
Sometimes conditions are perfect to "Mooch"

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Wireless Trolling Motor
8hp Mercury Kicker with Garmin Reactor Auto Pilot
Ice Box
Multiple ice chests provided

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Your catch will be cleaned and filleted on the boat at the end of the day free of charge

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.

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
Kids are welcome on the boat. Certain fisheries are better for some kids than others, we are happy to answer any questions you have to make the best possible experience for your kids. We recommend you bring a well fitted life vest for your child, but we
You Keep Catch

How you can pay

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
Visa
Mastercard
PayPal
Bank Transfer
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 2.5% charge will apply.