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 100 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Good experience
96%
Friendly captain
99%
Recommend this charter
96%
Appropriate for children
85%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Caught fish
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Randall F.
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5.0 / 5
Overall

Great day

VERIFIED   NEW  Half day trip Salmon or bottom fish on June 26, 2025
What a great experience! Even with some less than ideal conditions Capt Michael got us on the fish and made it a memorable...
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Laura S.
Excellent
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Excellent
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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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Lindsay C.
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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Captain Mike was excellent

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip โ€“ King Salmon on July 9, 2025
Mike is clearly a very experienced fisherman and fun guy to go out with. He has a great attitude and was awesome with the 7year...
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Eldon P.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Super good captain

VERIFIED   NEW  Full Day Trip โ€“ Chinook Salmon on June 27, 2025
Michael was a great captain very knowledgeable and good at what he dose. Put on salmon and limited us out in a quick2 hours,I...
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James S.
Excellent
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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...
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