Captain
Michael Woodward

Member since July 2019 Depoe Bay, United States
Background
I have loved fishing since I was old enough to walk. It's always humbling and amazing to learn new ways of catching fish, and this is one of the reasons I fell in love with it in the first place. I deeply love the Tillamook area and especially the Trask River, which is probably my favorite place to fish. When I take my customers out, I don't look at my watch – I treat every outing as a fun day with friends!
Techniques
Trolling with G Loomis GCX rods, Shimano reels, usually trolling Pro Troll 360 flasher with bait or spinner. Bottom fishing usually Jigging. I also provide late fall bobber fishing trips for the advanced angler. Let's go have fun and catch some fish!!!

Hey, I'm Captain Michael Woodward

Depoe Bay, United States
Background
I have loved fishing since I was old enough to walk. It's always humbling and amazing to learn new ways of catching fish, and this is one of the reasons I fell in love with it in the first place. I deeply love the Tillamook area and especially the Trask River, which is probably my favorite place to fish. When I take my customers out, I don't look at my watch – I treat every outing as a fun day with friends!
Techniques
Trolling with G Loomis GCX rods, Shimano reels, usually trolling Pro Troll 360 flasher with bait or spinner. Bottom fishing usually Jigging. I also provide late fall bobber fishing trips for the advanced angler. Let's go have fun and catch some fish!!!
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Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 95 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
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Two successful fishing trips.
Fantastic time
Cheeto and Frito catch a Unicorn Spring Chinook
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Good experience
96%
Friendly captain
99%
Recommend this charter
96%
Appropriate for children
84%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Caught fish
84%
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Laura S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing with Michael

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on July 27, 2024
We had a fantastic day with Mike. The boat was perfect. He knew all the right spots to try and when. He gave clear and helpful...
Laura S. recommends Woodys Northwest Fishing&Fun โ€“ Tillamook Bay
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James S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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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 fishing trip

VERIFIED   World Class Chinook and Coho on September 25, 2024
Our group caught some large chinook in short order on our trip. The caption apparently knows where and when to fish the hot...
James S. recommends Woodys Northwest Fishing&Fun โ€“ Tillamook Bay
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Andrew Z.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Very accommodating Captain

VERIFIED   8 Hour โ€“ Trip Spring Chinook Salmon on March 26, 2025
We didnโ€™t get any Salmon, so captain Mike helped us catch Sturgeon instead.ย  My daughter and I had a great experience.
Andrew Z. recommends Woodys Northwest Fishing & Fun โ€“ Portland
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Joel M.
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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Two successful fishing trips.

VERIFIED   Shared King Salmon Trip on July 30, 2024
Last year we went fishing for Coho salmon and we caught our limit. This trip we were out for Chinook and we all caught fish....
Joel M. recommends Woodys Northwest Fishing&Fun โ€“ Tillamook Bay
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Rawad M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Great Trip!!

VERIFIED   4 Hour Tripโ€“Bottom Fishing/Crabbing on July 31, 2024
Jameson was fantastic!! He got us right onto a school of sea bass and we caught over 20 fish in about an hour!! My 8 year old...
Rawad M. recommends Woodys Northwest Fishing & Fun
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