Kesterson Guide Service
Josh grew up on the Umpqua river and has been fishing his home waters for over 30 years.
He has been guiding for over 12 years and its no secret that he loves being on the water.
Captain Josh offers fishing trips for Smallmouth Bass, Winter Steelhead, Striped Bass, American Shad, Chinook and Coho Salmon.
This is a family friendly fishing experience for all ages from either a 17' Pavati drift boat or 24' North River Scout. Both are very comfortable.
From casting for Striped Bass or Salmon to Anchor fishing for Spring Chinook. It’s hard to have a bad day on the Umpqua River.
Josh is a very easy going guide that is always happy to meet new clients and returning ones regularly become friends.
Things to remember for your trip
Snacks
Fishing license
Salmon/steelhead tag
Rain gear or sunscreen
Alcohol is allowed in moderation
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Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
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Caught fish
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Aug 13, 2025
Full Day Trip – Smallmouth Bass
Great Day
Josh is a fine guide who grew up on the Umpqua and knows it like the back of his hand. This smallmouth trip was a birthday present for with my 13 year old grandson (our second with Josh) and was a delight. Josh is personable, professional, and patient. As the father of a young child, he does a marvelous job with kids encouraging them and teaching the joys of fishing.
Josh is a fine guide who grew up on the Umpqua and knows it like the back of his hand. This smallmouth trip was a birthday present...
May 26, 2025
Full Day Trip – Striped Bass
Fishing with Joshua
Thank you!
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Trip availability and prices
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Customer reviews
Rating summary
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for this charter yet!
Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Caught fish
100%
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Great Day
Full Day Trip – Smallmouth Bass on August 13, 2025
Josh is a fine guide who grew up on the Umpqua and knows it like the back of his hand. This smallmouth trip was a birthday present for with my 13 year old grandson (our second with Josh) and was a delight. Josh is personable, professional, and patient. As the father of a young child, he does a marvelous job with kids encouraging them and teaching the joys of fishing.
Josh is a fine guide who grew up on the Umpqua and knows it like the back of his hand. This smallmouth trip was a birthday present for with my 13 year old grandson (our second with Josh) and was a delight. Josh is personable, professional, and patient. As the father of a young child, he does a marvelous job with kids encouraging them and teaching the joys of fishing.
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Fishing with Joshua
Full Day Trip – Striped Bass on May 26, 2025
Thank you!
Thank you!
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