Captain
Scott Sutherland

Member since May 2018 West Vancouver, Canada
Background
Capt. Scott Sutherland has been a charter guide on the B.C. coast for the past 40 years. Scott is also part of the 'Pro Staff' team for 'Humminbird', 'Cannon' downriggers and 'Minn Kota'. Scott has been a big part of the evolution of fishing equipment and technology over this time and a great ambassador to the sport. He owns and operates the 'Mongoose Striker Fishing Charters'. Over the years he has developed a very good reputation for having the best boat on the coast and the ability to catch fish when others can't. He has a passion for fishing, and his most enjoyable part of it is to see the enjoyment on an angler's face when they are playing one of the great Salmon of the Pacific Northwest while being surrounded by some of the most majestic and breathtaking scenery in the world.
Techniques
Capt Scott Sutherland has always enjoyed ' Light Tackle' fishing which gives the angler a great fight and an appreciation of the power of the Salmon of the BC coast. Light rods, single action reels, and 25 lb test line are keys to make this happen. Fishing on the BC coast is greatly aided by the use of downriggers which allows the fisherfolk to troll the deep water. Once the hook-ups happen the line breaks free of the heavy downrigger weight, leaving very little to hinder the full experience of the fight.

Hey, I'm Captain Scott Sutherland

West Vancouver, Canada
Background
Capt. Scott Sutherland has been a charter guide on the B.C. coast for the past 40 years. Scott is also part of the 'Pro Staff' team for 'Humminbird', 'Cannon' downriggers and 'Minn Kota'. Scott has been a big part of the evolution of fishing equipment and technology over this time and a great ambassador to the sport. He owns and operates the 'Mongoose Striker Fishing Charters'. Over the years he has developed a very good reputation for having the best boat on the coast and the ability to catch fish when others can't. He has a passion for fishing, and his most enjoyable part of it is to see the enjoyment on an angler's face when they are playing one of the great Salmon of the Pacific Northwest while being surrounded by some of the most majestic and breathtaking scenery in the world.
Techniques
Capt Scott Sutherland has always enjoyed ' Light Tackle' fishing which gives the angler a great fight and an appreciation of the power of the Salmon of the BC coast. Light rods, single action reels, and 25 lb test line are keys to make this happen. Fishing on the BC coast is greatly aided by the use of downriggers which allows the fisherfolk to troll the deep water. Once the hook-ups happen the line breaks free of the heavy downrigger weight, leaving very little to hinder the full experience of the fight.
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Excellent
4.9 / 5
(143 reviews)
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West Vancouver
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 143 reviews
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (143)
captain Scott was awesome.
was a great trip
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
95%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
98%
Appropriate for children
99%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
92%
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Bill L.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Mongoose Striker ROCKS!!!!!!!

VERIFIED   Half Day โ€“ Customized (4 People) on April 1, 2026
Weather was snotty. Fish werenโ€™t cooperating. Nevertheless, of the hundreds of dive and fishing charters Iโ€™ve booked over...
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Philip Z.
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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Unbelievable!!!

VERIFIED   Half Day โ€“ Customized (5 People) on June 12, 2026
This was an immaculate experience from beginning until end. Captain Scott has a perfect mix of knowledge, expertise, humor,...
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Anthony I.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

These fish sure FIGHT!

VERIFIED   Half Day โ€“ Customized (2 People) on May 25, 2026
We had an absolute blast on our trip with Scott. Heโ€™s not happy unless you are catching fish and heโ€™ll do everything in...
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Andreas S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Perfect Day on the Water โ€” Plenty of Salmon Caught!

VERIFIED   Half Day โ€“ Customized (5 People) on August 12, 2025
We had an outstanding day fishing on the Mongoose Striker. Captain Scott clearly knows the waters of the bay inside out and...
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Corrie C.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great day!

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day โ€“ Customized (4 People) on July 26, 2026
So happy with our trip! Boat was great but the captain was the star of the show. He was great with the kids, the adults, the...
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