Captain
Robert Cushway

Member since May 2023 Kenai, United States
Background
I was a contractor for years and always loved fishing. I grew up in the Pacific Northwest and always had a calling for fishing. Moved to Alaska in 2001 and started fishing on the Kenai River. Started guiding 2003 full time.
Techniques
Fly fishing Back trolling Spinners Jigging

Hey, I'm Captain Robert Cushway

Kenai, United States
Background
I was a contractor for years and always loved fishing. I grew up in the Pacific Northwest and always had a calling for fishing. Moved to Alaska in 2001 and started fishing on the Kenai River. Started guiding 2003 full time.
Techniques
Fly fishing Back trolling Spinners Jigging
Our Team
Adam B.
First mate

My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.8 / 5
(102 reviews)
Kenai
 2 bookings in the past week.
Trips from US $200

Fishing Reports

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 102 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (121)
Outstanding Guide
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
94%
Friendly captain
96%
Recommend this charter
93%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
85%
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Jared M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great time fishing!

VERIFIED   NEW  6 Hour Trip (PM) on July 13, 2025
Had a good time fishing with Robert, caught some reds and learned a lot about the Kenai river, he’s very passionate about...
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Tim G.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great guide

VERIFIED   NEW  6 Hour Trip (AM) on July 25, 2025
Robert was the best.  Fish knowledge great and his many guide stories also great.  He is writing a book about his guide experiences...
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Terri S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fishing in Alaska

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip (AM) on June 15, 2025
My grandson and I had a great experience with Scout Lake Adventures. Captain Robert was so accommodating and patient. The fish...
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Ryan H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Robert knows what he’s doing!

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip (PM) on August 29, 2024
We had a very relaxing time on the Kenai today. The quiet boat ride was great. Everyone on our crew limited out about 3-4 hours...
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Cole H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Top notch!

VERIFIED   NEW  6 Hour Trip (AM) on July 22, 2025
Robert is a very experienced Kenia River guide. Our trip exceeded my expectations. I will definitely fish with him again!
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