Edwin Snyder
Captain

Edwin Snyder

Portland, United States
7 reviews
Fishing the Pacific Northwest since 2008, I have a deep passion for being on the water and helping clients experience the thrill of landing a fish of a lifetime. I adapt to changing conditions and use my local knowledge to put every client in the best possible position for success. Whether you're an experienced angler or fishing for the first time, my goal is to provide a fun, memorable, and rewarding day on the water.

Charters

Rating

5.0
7 reviews
5.0
Boat & Equipment
5.0
Captain & Crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

All reviews (7)

Showing 1 – 5 of 7 reviews
  • SARA THOMPSON
    SARA THOMPSON
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    NEW

    Best guide ever!

    8 Hour Trip – Coho Salmon

    After spending the last couple years struggling to catch fish on my own, I had the opportunity to go out with EJ. The entire experience was an absolute blast! I've now been out with him 3 different trips, and can attest to the fact that this guy knows his stuff. He makes each trip its own adventure, and whether you're new to salmon fishing or an experienced angler just looking for the ease of getting on someone else's boat, this is the captain for you. I've been on the boat with kids, elderly folks, and families, and between the smooth ride, spacious boat, and EJ's easy-going, fun nature, I now won't fish with any other guide. I learned so much and I've never met anyone who is so accomodating and hustles so hard to put his clients on the best fish. Great dude, great ride. Get out there with EJ!

    Reported catch:
    Chinook Salmon
    Coho Salmon
  • Katherine Forsyth
    Katherine Forsyth
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    NEW

    Big Fish Energy!

    8 Hour Trip – Coho Salmon

    Captain EJ knows how to catch fish! I am a returning client because he puts on amazing trips. The meet up instructions are easy to follow and the boat is always ready and waiting for us. EJ gets us into lots of fish and goes above and beyond to make sure we all have the best chance at catching our limits. He coaches us through using the equipment and reeling in the fish. The atmosphere is relaxed and fun. I definitely recommend EJ to any experience level.

    Reported catch:
    Chinook Salmon
    Response from Captain

    always a great time!

  • Katherine Forsyth
    Katherine Forsyth
    Member since 2026
    5.0

    Big Fish Energy

    8 Hour Trip

    Thanks to Captain EJ, I landed my first big ole June hog spring Chinook salmon!!! 🎣 I only started fishing for something larger than bass this year and EJ explained the equipment and how to fish in a very clear manner making fishing easy for any level, including beginners and kids. EJ is very patient. He makes the atmosphere on the boat, relaxing and fun. I definitely recommend him for any skill level trip.

    Response from Captain

    thank you it was a fun day and a great fight .

  • Mike Slater
    Mike Slater
    Member since 2026
    5.0

    June fishing trip

    8 Hour Trip

    Had an awesome full-day trip with Captain EJ and highly recommend booking him for a trip! EJ was great about explaining everything he was doing, the strategies for finding/catching fish, and giving tips to make sure we landed everything in the boat. He has a great positive attitude and is easy to talk to. EJ put us on the fish and made the whole day a great experience!

    Response from Captain

    Thank you Mike , really enjoyed your group looking forward to your next trip!

  • Julius Jacobs
    Julius Jacobs
    us
    Oregon, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    NEW

    Amazing guide and awesome time!

    8 Hour Trip – Coho Salmon

    We slammed fish all day, had great laughs and an amazing time. It was non stop action with big energy. 100% would do again and recommend to anyone

    Reported catch:
    Coho Salmon
    Chinook Salmon

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