Captain
Dave Simpson

Member since March 2018 Oregon City, United States
Background
I have been fishing the waters of the Pacific Northwest for over 30 years. I landed in Oregon City, Oregon almost 25 years ago and started fishing the banks of the Willamette and Columbia Rivers and have been hooked ever since. After working in a precision and metal forming/stamping operation for 27 years and raising my two children, my wife of 31 years and I decided it was time for me to follow my passion and share my love for fishing and great outdoors with others. I truly enjoy teaching the art and science behind fising to anyone who is interested in learning.
Techniques
I use a combination of the latest fishing techniques as well as proven methods of the past. I am the best at reading the water and knowing which technique will hook you that dream fish.

Hey, I'm Captain Dave Simpson

Oregon City, United States
Background
I have been fishing the waters of the Pacific Northwest for over 30 years. I landed in Oregon City, Oregon almost 25 years ago and started fishing the banks of the Willamette and Columbia Rivers and have been hooked ever since. After working in a precision and metal forming/stamping operation for 27 years and raising my two children, my wife of 31 years and I decided it was time for me to follow my passion and share my love for fishing and great outdoors with others. I truly enjoy teaching the art and science behind fising to anyone who is interested in learning.
Techniques
I use a combination of the latest fishing techniques as well as proven methods of the past. I am the best at reading the water and knowing which technique will hook you that dream fish.
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My Charter Listings

Corkem Fishing Northwest

Excellent
4.8 / 5
(36 reviews)
Oregon City
Trips from US $175

Corkem Fishing Northwest - Columbia

Excellent
5.0 / 5
(43 reviews)
Warrenton
Trips from US $250

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 79 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (59)
Awesome fishing trip
Exceeded my expectations!
Truly AWESOME!
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
95%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
91%
Appropriate for children
91%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
82%
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Colin B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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A great day fishing

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on September 27, 2024
Had a great day fishing with Corkem north west. Dave was very informative and lots of knowledge about the area.
Colin B. recommends Corkem Fishing Northwest - Columbia
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Jen A.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Awesome fishing trip

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip - Salmon on September 22, 2024
Captain Dave was very knowledgable. Called out a catch with his special bait. So much fun and will definitely be back.
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Angie M.
The Dalles, OR
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Just do it

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on August 3, 2023
We had so much fun . Are guide Dave Simpson was friendly, enthusiastic guide whose extensive fishing knowledge and love for...
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Saad A.
Portland, OR
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Full day trip with my daughter, what a blast!

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on July 28, 2021
The captain had solid communication leading up to the event. On the day of, the captain was there early and we were given a...
Saad A. recommends Corkem Fishing Northwest - Columbia
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DAVID L.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Exceeded my expectations!

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on September 19, 2024
The crew was wonderful and it was a wonderful day.
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