Make Memories on the Water with Reel Em Up Fishing Adventures!
Looking for a fun-filled day of fishing with your family, friends, or kids? Join Captain Rod on the Columbia and Willamette rivers for an unforgettable fishing adventure! Whether you're chasing the delicious Springer Chinook salmon or battling a powerful sturgeon, this trip is designed for all ages and experience levels.
A Guide You Can Trust – Captain Rod
With over 30 years of fishing experience in Oregon waters, Captain Rod knows the best fishing spots and is dedicated to making your trip exciting, stress-free, and full of great memories. Whether you're an experienced angler or brand new to fishing, he’ll ensure everyone has a fantastic time!
A Hassle-Free, All-Inclusive Fishing Trip!
Leave the gear to us! Your trip includes:
✅ Rods, reels, tackle, and bait – everything you need to fish!
✅ Fish filleting service – take home your fresh catch, hassle-free!
✅ A comfortable 28’ Alumaweld boat with a covered top and heater
✅ Room for up to 6 anglers – perfect for family outings and group trips!
What Can You Catch?
🎣 March–June: Reel in the famous Springer Chinook salmon—Oregon’s best-tasting fish!
🎣 Catch & Release Sturgeon Fishing: Experience the thrill of battling these prehistoric giants!
🎣 Combo Trips: Get the best of both worlds with a salmon and sturgeon fishing adventure!
We fish in the Portland and Scappoose areas, making it easy for families, friends, and groups to enjoy an exciting day on the water together.
What to Bring?
🧃 Snacks & drinks to enjoy on the boat
🎣 A cooler to take your fish home
🧥 Weather-appropriate clothing (rain gear, gloves, etc.)
📸 A camera to capture all the fun moments!
🎟 A fishing license – Captain Rod can help with all your licensing needs!
Want Even More Adventure?
Check out Captain Rod's other listings for Buoy 10 salmon trips and crabbing in Astoria, Oregon and rockfish/crabbing in Tillamook, Oregon.
Captain
Rod Shulley
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Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Caught fish
79%
Mesa, AZ
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6 Hour – Catch and Release Sturgeon on April 23, 2023
Me and 3 friends scheduled a sturgeon trip with Captain Rod, and had an amazing time! Sturgeon was a bucket list fish of mine and Rod helped us check that box, and then some! It wasn't more than 10 minutes after we anchored that we started getting bites! Rod explained what to look for, and how to set the hook, and we started reeling them in! Between the 4 of us, we pulled in over 30 sturgeon ranging in size from little 18 inch disks, all the way up to a 6 foot long sturgeon that needed multiple guys to help reel in, and we couldn't get in the boat! Everyone had a great time, and we would highly recommend Rod to anyone looking for an adventure!
Me and 3 friends scheduled a sturgeon trip with Captain Rod, and had an amazing time! Sturgeon was a bucket list fish of mine and Rod helped us check that box, and then some! It wasn't more than 10 minutes after we anchored that we started getting bites! Rod explained what to look for, and how to set the hook, and we started reeling them in! Between the 4 of us, we pulled in over 30 sturgeon ranging in size from little 18 inch disks, all the way up to a 6 foot long sturgeon that needed multiple...
Milwaukie, Oregon
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8 Hour Trip – Salmon Fishing on May 1, 2023
From the date/time of booking Rod was in communication with us. We were able to secure the perfect day for fishing. Rod is friendly and super knowledge about all things fishing. It was an absolute pleasure to fish with him all day. He was patient and kind with my ASD kiddo. His boat is clean and has everything! He answered all of my dumb questions and didn't seem too embarrassed by how excited I was to see a sturgeon for the first time ;) My son and I look forward to going out with Rod again for more fishing adventures!
From the date/time of booking Rod was in communication with us. We were able to secure the perfect day for fishing. Rod is friendly and super knowledge about all things fishing. It was an absolute pleasure to fish with him all day. He was patient and kind with my ASD kiddo. His boat is clean and has everything! He answered all of my dumb questions and didn't seem too embarrassed by how excited I was to see a sturgeon for the first time ;) My son and I look forward to going out with Rod again...
Seattle, Washington
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8 Hour Trip – Salmon Fishing on April 25, 2023
Highly recommend this package. Had a great time catching springers with Captain Rod. The boat had a covered area and plenty of room for my group of 5. The equipment supplied was nice and clean. We all had a great time. Can't wait until our next trip. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Highly recommend this package. Had a great time catching springers with Captain Rod. The boat had a covered area and plenty of room for my group of 5. The equipment supplied was nice and clean. We all had a great time. Can't wait until our next trip. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Vancouver, Washington
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8 Hour Trip – Salmon Fishing on April 25, 2023
We had an awesome time getting fishing for salmon! This experience is one that you won’t forget with everything you need!
We had an awesome time getting fishing for salmon! This experience is one that you won’t forget with everything you need!
Arizona City, Arizona
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8 Hour Trip – Salmon Fishing on April 25, 2023
Rod is a great fishing guide. Highly recommend this package!
Rod is a great fishing guide. Highly recommend this package!
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Portland, Oregon, United States
Captain Rod likes seeing other people catch fish as much as he likes reeling in one himself. The excitement and thrill of the chase is what drives him to provide professional service. After taking a fishing trip at the age of 15, he got hooked on angling, and ever since has been fishing in the area, taking others outdoors and having fun while doing it. He'll provide help and information, so you can focus on pure fishing.
River Fishing
Columbia River, Willamette River
Lake Fishing
Inshore Fishing
Nehalem bay, Astoria, Tillamook bay
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Drift Fishing
GPS
Fishfinder
Wireless Trolling Motor
Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
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.
Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed
Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% 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
American Express
PayPal
Bank Transfer
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.