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
104
Reviews
8
Fishing Reports
Our Team
Adam B.
First mate

My Charter Listing

Scout Lake Adventures

Excellent
4.8 / 5
(104 reviews)
Kenai
 Last booking: 6 days ago
Trips from US $200

Fishing Reports

kenai river
kenai river
Jul 10, 2025 Kenai
the sockeye salmon, are in the lower Kenai River
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kenai river
kenai river
Jul 10, 2025 Kenai
the sockeye salmon, are in the lower Kenai River
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we are seing more salmon on the lower ke
we are seing more salmon on the lower ke
Jul 9, 2025 Kenai
Everyone loves the idea of being a charter captain. โ€œMust be nice, just fishing for a living.โ€ Let me break that illusion for you. That 4-6 hour trip? Itโ€™s actually 8โ€“10 hours of real work. I haul the boat, fuel up, scout, prep the gear, buy bait and lures, purchase and load ice, guide the trip, clean the fish, scrub the boat, restock supplies, drive home, and answer messages from tomorrowโ€™s clients. That $450 you see? After gas, oil, bait, insurance, maintenance fees, tackle wear, licenses, cleaning supplies, and expenses for the tow vehicleโ€ฆIโ€™m lucky to walk away with $20/hour, before taxes. People question the price but never see whatโ€™s behind it. The 4 a.m. alarms. The sunburns. The engine repairs. The days where the fish donโ€™t cooperate and the clients still expect a miracle. I love this job. But donโ€™t confuse passion with profit. This ainโ€™t a hobby. Itโ€™s a grind. Youโ€™re not just paying for a boat ride. Youโ€™re paying for experience, hard earned knowledge, and someone willing to carry the weight of the trip on their shoulders, no matter what. Respect the hustle, and remember, it only looks easy from the dock.
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Fish for heath and wellness
Fish for heath and wellness
Jul 9, 2025 Kenai
We are starting to get some nice silver salmon right know and the trout fishing is picking up also
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first trip of the season
first trip of the season
May 22, 2025 Kenai
first trip-of the season trout fishing with elderly father and two sons making memories
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Back door fishing
Back door fishing
Jul 16, 2024 Kenai
Out the back door 1500 rainbow trout waitng for a fly
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 104 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (122)
Outstanding Guide
Outstanding Guide
Outstanding Guide
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Angler rating
88
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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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Patrick L.
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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Great company on the Kenai

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip (AM) on September 28, 2024
Captain Robert and Dave were great to hang with on the Kenai.ย  Really nice day, great stories and just an all around great...
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Marcia Z.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Captain Bob for the win!

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip (PM) on September 27, 2024
We were extremely lucky to come across Capt Robert.ย  Even though it is considered end of season, we still managed to catch...
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Dallas H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Knowledge Is Power

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip (AM) on August 21, 2024
It is always great to have a knowledgeable captain when chartering a fishing trip. Captain Robert is very knowledgeable of...
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Katie J.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great trip!

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip (AM) on August 15, 2024
We had a great time on the Kenai on Robertโ€™s boat. He was knowledgeable and super helpful. We caught several salmon and he...
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Odorico O.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Awesome trip

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip (AM) on August 24, 2024
Robert really knows what he is doing, he made it very easy to catch. He is very helpful. Great customer service. Worth every...
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