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Play N Hooky Guide Service
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Play N Hooky Guide Service

Garibaldi, United States
25+ reviews
Captain Eric Baird has spent the last quarter of the century casting his line in the waters around Washington and Oregon and he's got ample experience to share with his customers. His parents' love of fishing and the great outdoors was what got him into fishing in the first place. Today, Capt. Eric enjoys the most taking out families with kids and helping them reel in their first catch.

Charters

Rating

4.9
46 reviews
4.9
Boat & Equipment
4.9
Captain & Crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

98%
Recommend this charter
87%
Caught fish

All reviews (46)

Showing 1 – 5 of 46 reviews
  • Melody Franklin
    Melody Franklin
    us
    Oregon, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Finally, a guide that produces results!

    Full Day Trip • 5 adults

    Years of unsuccessful guided trips, I had given u onpating thousands for a day long boat trip. my wife gave w this trip as a birthday gift wih my four boys. Eric gt us intothe fish within an hour of getting o the water. The entire trip was was great. Eric thought of everything.

    Reported catch:
    Chinook Salmon
    Coho Salmon
    Response from Charter operator

    it was agreat day !!

  • Roger Paris
    Roger Paris
    us
    Colorado, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    it was a good day

    Full Day Trip • 2 adults

    The fish were sluggish today, but Eric was determined to make sure we caught our limit. he was well prepared knew what he was doinf. we got three coho salmon, one chinook salmon and eight crabs that were large enough to keep. it was a good day.

    Response from Charter operator

    thanks again !! enjoy the bounty of the pacific.

  • Robert Rohner
    Robert Rohner
    us
    Washington State, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    competent, experienced and patient with newbie

    Full Day Trip • 2 adults

    a very pleasant day with Eric. met us on time and made us feel welcomed on the boat. took the time to explain everything to my son and basically schooled him in the art of king fishing. overall a great day and would highly recommend him.

    Response from Charter operator

    it was a pleasure , thank you very much!

  • Andrew Salomon
    Andrew Salomon
    us
    Montana, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified
    NEW

    September fishing trip

    Full Day Trip • 4 adults
    Reported catch:
    Chinook Salmon
    Coho Salmon
    Response from Charter operator

    thxs again guys , lets fish oregon city in the soring !!

  • Ian Crawn
    Ian Crawn
    Repeat angler
    us
    New Hampshire, US
    Member since 2024
    4 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Day!

    Full Day Trip • 2 adults

    Captain Eric was great, put us on fish quick super knowledgeable and helpful when we needed it. Would book another trip with him again without hesitation

    Reported catch:
    Chinook Salmon
    Coho Salmon
    Response from Charter operator

    fun day for sure !!, thanxs again 🙏👊👊

Real catches shared by our community

  • Play N Hooky Guide Service-Tillamook's Bay
    Play N Hooky Guide Service-Tillamook's BayGaribaldi, OR
    September fishing trip
    Andrew S.
    Andrew S.
  • Play N Hooky Guide Service-Tillamook's Bay
    Play N Hooky Guide Service-Tillamook's BayGaribaldi, OR
    Best fishing since Alaska
    Bob F.
    Bob F.
  • Play N Hooky Guide Service-Tillamook's Bay
    Play N Hooky Guide Service-Tillamook's BayGaribaldi, OR
    it was a good day
    Roger P.
    Roger P.
  • Play N Hooky Guide Service - Astoria
    Play N Hooky Guide Service - AstoriaWarrenton, OR
    Finally, a guide that produces results!
    Melody F.
    Melody F.
  • Play N Hooky Guide Service - Astoria
    Play N Hooky Guide Service - AstoriaWarrenton, OR
    competent, experienced and patient with newbie
    Robert R.
    Robert R.
  • Play N Hooky Guide Service - Astoria
    Play N Hooky Guide Service - AstoriaWarrenton, OR
    Great Day!
    Ian C.
    Ian C.
  • Play N Hooky Guide Service-Tillamook's Bay
    Play N Hooky Guide Service-Tillamook's BayGaribaldi, OR
    Coho
    Enrique M.
    Enrique M.
  • Play N Hooky Guide Service - Astoria
    Play N Hooky Guide Service - AstoriaWarrenton, OR
    Absolutely awsome!!
    Nicholas E.
    Nicholas E.
  • Play N Hooky Guide Service - Milwaukie
    Play N Hooky Guide Service - MilwaukieMilwaukie, OR
    Great Early Season Trip
    James D.
    James D.
  • Play N Hooky Guide Service-Tillamook's Bay
    Play N Hooky Guide Service-Tillamook's BayGaribaldi, OR
    Exceeded expectations
    Klaas K.
    Klaas K.

What's biting with Play N Hooky Guide Service-Tillamook's Bay in Garibaldi

Halibut season often closes in October. Fall Salmon fishing continues to draw anglers from far and wide to Tillamook Bay. Clamming and crabbing are picking up momentum.

Top catches for October

Fishing reports

Four anglers proudly displaying their catch of Salmon at the dock after a successful fishing trip.

Slow Morning, Strong Afternoon Bite

Sep 27, 2026 • Garibaldi
Somewhat slow. Bite for us in the am but thee guys finished strong on the afternoon tide !!!
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A selection of freshly caught salmon laid out on a table, showcasing the successful fishing trip.

Ocean and Bay Fishing with Decent Crabbi

Sep 8, 2026 • Garibaldi
Ocean/bay fishing is going great, crabbing is decent too!!!
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A group of four anglers proudly displaying their catch of Salmon at the dock after a successful fishing trip.

Plentiful Coho and Chinook Salmon

Sep 4, 2026 • Garibaldi
Coho and chinook salmon are plentiful in September!!
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Two anglers proudly displaying their catch of large salmon on a sunny day at the dock.

Great Morning Tide Bite

Aug 25, 2026 • Warrenton
Great tide bite this morning
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Three anglers proudly displaying their catch of large salmon while on a fishing charter.

Prime Time Salmon in Astoria & Tillamook

Aug 17, 2026 • Warrenton
Salmon fishing is in prime time here in astoria and Tillamook bay next month too
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A family proudly displaying their catch of large salmon while on a fishing charter.

Astoria bouy 10 is going good !!

Aug 5, 2026 • Warrenton
We still have a few days in august and September to get you on some of the nw best salmon fishing !!!
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