The Wilderness Calling
The Wilderness Calling
Make some memories in Portland and go spey fishing with Matthew Thornton
Winter Steelhead & Trout & more could be biting depending on conditions. On these trips, it's common to fish with two-handed spey rods & Skagit or skandi lines. Capt. Matt exclusively offers fly fishing.
You're free to keep any fish you catch within the legal limit.
Looking to get the whole family outdoors? 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. Customers are encouraged to bring snacks so that everyone stays happy and energized!
You'll be welcome aboard a 13' NRS fishing raft with room for 2 passengers. It comes with all the essentials. You'll find rods, reels, and tackle waiting for you, along with flies.
You will need to buy a local fishing license before the trip. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain. Some species may be off-limits or require a special tag, so make sure you know what to expect.
A few items to bring include sunglasses, and sunscreen (non-spray). Drinks are included, free of charge. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just be sure to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles. There will be some light snacks available on board.
For more information about fishing with The Wilderness Calling, feel free to send Capt. Matt a message down below.
Make some memories in Portland and go spey fishing with Matthew Thornton
Winter Steelhead & Trout & more could be biting depending on conditions. On these trips, it's common to fish with two-handed spey rods & Skagit or skandi lines. Capt. Matt exclusively offers fly fishing.
You're free to keep any fish you catch within the legal limit.
Looking to get the whole family outdoors? 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. Customers are encouraged to bring snacks so that everyone stays happy and energized!
You'll be welcome aboard a 13' NRS fishing raft with room for 2 passengers. It comes with all the essentials. You'll find rods, reels, and tackle waiting for you, along with flies.
You will need to buy a local fishing license before the trip. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain. Some species may be off-limits or require a special tag, so make sure you know what to expect.
A few items to bring include sunglasses, and sunscreen (non-spray). Drinks are included, free of charge. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just be sure to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles. There will be some light snacks available on board.
For more information about fishing with The Wilderness Calling, feel free to send Capt. Matt a message down below.
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FAQs about The Wilderness Calling
What are the trip rates for The Wilderness Calling?
- US $595 per group - Winter Steelhead Spey Fishing (8 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with The Wilderness Calling?
- GPS
What's included in the trip price with The Wilderness Calling?
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Lures
- Snacks (I'll have a cooler full of snacks like beef jerky, soda water, caramel, protein bars ect ect)
- Drinks (Mostly soda water and water and beer, maybe some coffee if its cold or hot coco. That said, my emphasis on customer service means that i'm open to suggestion and willing to design the trip how you want it.)
- Fly fishing equipment
What types of fishing does The Wilderness Calling offer?
- River fishing (My trips can be anywhere within a 2 hour drive of Portland. For winter steelhead i remain flexible until the day before. Its all about the best opportunity to catch fish. The four most common rivers i fish are the Sandy, Clackamas, Nehalem & the Deschutes)
What fishing techniques does The Wilderness Calling offer?
- Light tackle (Fly fishing only)
- Heavy tackle (Fly fishing only )
- Fly fishing
Which fish species can I catch with The Wilderness Calling?
- Cutthroat Trout
- Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Your captain
Matthew Thornton Facilitating meaningful memories in the places we love EXPERIENCE Rainbow River Lodge, Alaska — Guide/program manager 2017 - PRESENT ● Managed The Ridge program for Rainbow River Lodge, enhancing guest experiences and coordinating multi-day excursions. Ensured returning clientele generating hundreds of thousands for the company. ● Coordinated with fly clubs to create travel trips. Conducted public speaking engagements with local clubs. ● Worked for five years as a guide program manager and sales rep for Ball & Buck which fed back into curating trips for RRL. ● Worked at trade shows and sold trips. Intricate Bay Lodge, Alaska — Guide/float captain 2015 - MONTH 2017 ● This was my introduction to high-profile clients like President Jimmy Carter and Trillionare Larry Fink ● Completed construction and infrastructure projects. ● Formed a partnership with Ball and Buck that lasted several years. Including trade shows & building business development Certifications USCG 6 Pack license MONTH 2017 Alaska Nautical School CPR & First Aid Certification Med outreach Oregon. Licensed and Bonded Cross Current Insurance Club Memberships 9122 Se Ash St Portland Or SKILLS Excellent communication and soft skills. I pride myself on being able to get the most out of each person I work with on the water. Showing them how good they already are AWARDS Spirit of Tu 2017 Lead sales @ Ball & Buck Trout Unlimited - Clackamas Chapter Save Bristol Bay - Guide Ambassador Federation of Fly Fishing - Guide and Outfitters
Matthew Thornton Facilitating meaningful memories in the places we love EXPERIENCE Rainbow River Lodge, Alaska — Guide/program manager 2017 - PRESENT ● Managed The Ridge program for Rainbow River Lodge, enhancing guest experiences and coordinating multi-day excursions. Ensured returning clientele generating hundreds of thousands for the company. ● Coordinated with fly clubs to create travel trips. Conducted public speaking engagements with local clubs. ● Worked for five years as a guide program manager and sales rep for Ball & Buck which fed back into curating trips for RRL. ● Worked at trade shows and sold trips. Intricate Bay Lodge, Alaska — Guide/float captain 2015 - MONTH 2017 ● This was my introduction to high-profile clients like President Jimmy Carter and Trillionare Larry Fink ● Completed construction and infrastructure projects. ● Formed a partnership with Ball and Buck that lasted several years. Including trade shows & building business development Certifications USCG 6 Pack license MONTH 2017 Alaska Nautical School CPR & First Aid Certification Med outreach Oregon. Licensed and Bonded Cross Current Insurance Club Memberships 9122 Se Ash St Portland Or SKILLS Excellent communication and soft skills. I pride myself on being able to get the most out of each person I work with on the water. Showing them how good they already are AWARDS Spirit of Tu 2017 Lead sales @ Ball & Buck Trout Unlimited - Clackamas Chapter Save Bristol Bay - Guide Ambassador Federation of Fly Fishing - Guide and Outfitters
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How cancellations work
Free cancellation up to 30 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 30 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.
What the listing policies are
Pickup agreed upon reservation
Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.
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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