Fish Whistle Charter
Fish Whistle Charter
Make some memories all over New York State with Fish Whistle Charters.
Time of the year will determine where you'll find Fish Whistle Charters and Capt. Wally.
Fish Whistle Charters starts their year out on the Hudson River in Rensselaer County catching Striped Bass migrating up the river from the Atlantic to spawn. Capt. Wally has been fishing this area for over 20 years and catching a Striped Bass should be on every angler's bucket list. They are quite the fish to fight aboard and make for a memorable experience.
During the Summer, Fish Whistle Charters will make their way out to Western NY to catch Coho Salmon, Chinook Salmon, Atlantic Salmon, Rainbow Trout (Steelhead), Lake Trout, and Brown Trout on the Great Lake Ontario. On these trips, it's common to troll using light or heavy tackle.
Come the Fall, Fish Whistle Charters will be entering Salmon River and its Estuary to fish for King and Coho Salmon on their yearly run. Fly fishing is the technique of choice, and Capt. Wally will have your gear for you.
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 so Capt. Wally can have one on board.
During the Spring and Summer, Capt. Wallace welcomes you aboard a 24' Wellcraft walkaround with room for 6 passengers. There's a toilet on board for your convenience. Once he enters the Salmon River, you and your companion will be aboard his drift boat. Waders and cleats recommended.
It's recommended to bring sunblock (non-spray), and sunglasses. Please be mindful of the weather, rain gear may be recommended. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just be sure to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.
The click of a button is the only thing keeping you from a great day on the water with Fish Whistle Charter!
Make some memories all over New York State with Fish Whistle Charters.
Time of the year will determine where you'll find Fish Whistle Charters and Capt. Wally.
Fish Whistle Charters starts their year out on the Hudson River in Rensselaer County catching Striped Bass migrating up the river from the Atlantic to spawn. Capt. Wally has been fishing this area for over 20 years and catching a Striped Bass should be on every angler's bucket list. They are quite the fish to fight aboard and make for a memorable experience.
During the Summer, Fish Whistle Charters will make their way out to Western NY to catch Coho Salmon, Chinook Salmon, Atlantic Salmon, Rainbow Trout (Steelhead), Lake Trout, and Brown Trout on the Great Lake Ontario. On these trips, it's common to troll using light or heavy tackle.
Come the Fall, Fish Whistle Charters will be entering Salmon River and its Estuary to fish for King and Coho Salmon on their yearly run. Fly fishing is the technique of choice, and Capt. Wally will have your gear for you.
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 so Capt. Wally can have one on board.
During the Spring and Summer, Capt. Wallace welcomes you aboard a 24' Wellcraft walkaround with room for 6 passengers. There's a toilet on board for your convenience. Once he enters the Salmon River, you and your companion will be aboard his drift boat. Waders and cleats recommended.
It's recommended to bring sunblock (non-spray), and sunglasses. Please be mindful of the weather, rain gear may be recommended. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just be sure to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.
The click of a button is the only thing keeping you from a great day on the water with Fish Whistle Charter!
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Reviews (9)
Bryan Tomko4.7VerifiedCapt. Wally got us on fish!
8 Hour Trip - Drift Boat Trip on October 5, 2025 • 3 adultsGreat trip. Capt Wally got us on the fish when most were struggling. River water was low, temp was high, fish were sporadic and hard to predict. Despite all of this, Capt Wally had us on fish early. Father, son and grandson trip, we had 4 King Salmon and 1 Coho on board by 9am. Excellent and attentive.
Peter Janis5.0VerifiedLocal Knowledge & Fish on the Deck
6 Hour Trip – King Salmon on August 20, 2025 • 2 adultsIf you want the best local knowledge of the lake and fish on the Deck look no further, we had and amazing time in tough conditions and caught lots of fish.
Kenji Takagi4.3VerifiedNewFishing with Wallace
6 Hour Salmon River Drift Trip - 12:30 PM on September 25, 2026 • 2 adults
Carlos HerringRepeat angler5.0VerifiedFishing with Wallace
6 Hour Trip – King Salmon on August 2, 2025 • 6 adults
Zach Deloge1.0VerifiedOctober fishing trip
8 Hour Trip – King Salmon on October 26, 2025 • 5 adults • 1 child
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The charter operation canceled -1 days after the trip date.
Great trip. Capt Wally got us on the fish when most were struggling. River water was low, temp was high, fish were sporadic and hard to predict. Despite all of this, Capt Wally had us on fish early. Father, son and grandson trip, we had 4 King Salmon and 1 Coho on board by 9am. Excellent and attentive.
Thank you! You guys were awesome.
If you want the best local knowledge of the lake and fish on the Deck look no further, we had and amazing time in tough conditions and caught lots of fish.
Thank You!!! Had a blast on the water with you and your son! How to see yoh back soon!
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FAQs about Fish Whistle Charter
- US $583 per group - 6 Hour Salmon River Drift Trip (6 hours)
- US $583 per group - 6 Hour Salmon River Drift Trip - 12:30 PM (6 hours)
- US $800 per group - 6 Hour Estuary Trip (6 hours)
- US $800 per group - 6 Hour Estuary Trip - 12:30 PM (6 hours)
- US $900 per group - 6 Hour Salmon Trip (6 hours)
- US $900 per group - 6 Hour Salmon Trip - 12:00 PM (6 hours)
- US $1,209 per group - 8 Hour Salmon Trip (8 hours)
- US $1,820 per group - 12 Hour Salmon Trip (12 hours)
- Toilet We do have a toilet on board with privacy.
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Bed
- Live bait well
- Kitchen
- Ice box
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting (Capt. Wally will filet your fish for you at the end of the trip.)
- Snacks (Customers are allowed to bring their own food and beverage. Please no glass.)
- Drinks (Please bring your own drinks.)
- Lunch (If you happen to be on the boat for lunch, feel free to pack your own food. If you have questions beyond that, please talk with Capt. Wally.)
- Fly fishing equipment
- River fishing (Most trips at this time are Freshwater trips.)
- Lake fishing (Ontario, primarily, have another Lake in mind, ask)
- Light tackle
- Heavy tackle
- Trolling
- Jigging
- Popping
- Fly fishing
- Drift fishing
- Bass (Striped)
- Brown Trout
- Lake Trout
- Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
- Salmon (Atlantic)
- Salmon (Chinook)
- Salmon (Coho)
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