Carson Seidel
Carson Seidel
ca
Kelowna, BC, Canada
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
NEW

Fabulous couple days on the water!

Full Day Trip4 adults

Spent two days on the water with Al and we had an awesome time. Caught plenty of springs and coho while trolling through beautiful areas. Al was everything you could want from a guide. This was a unique charter experience full of laughs and good times. Highly recommend, can't wait to be back! On the behalf of all of us, thanks a bunch captain!

Reported Catch
Coho Salmon
Coho Salmon
Chinook Salmon
Chinook Salmon
Crab
Crab
Response from Captain

thanks for the review Carson. I’m glad you guys had a good time. I really had a good time with you guys. It was lots of fun the last two days. Hopefully we can do it again. Enjoy all your seafood catch and have a great summer and tight lines and happy faces thanks again Al.

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  • Nathalie Noel
    Nathalie Noel
    ca
    British Columbia, Canada
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified
    NEW

    Amazing trip

    Half Day Trip (PM)5 adults

    Al was amazing from start to finish! We had an incredible day on the water. His knowledge, professionalism, and years of experience with both salmon fishing and crabbing really showed. The boat was spotless, and all of the equipment was top-notch and well maintained. He made sure we were well taken care of the entire trip, and we were spoiled from beginning to end. We caught beautiful salmon and so much crab that we had enough to feed a family of 20! We couldn't have asked for a better experience and will absolutely be booking with Al again. If you're looking for an unforgettable fishing charter with someone who truly knows what they're doing, we highly recommend Al!

    Reported Catch
    Crab
    Coho Salmon
    Response from Captain

    thanks for your review Nathalie i’m glad you had a good time. It was nice to get you some fish and some crab for a nice dinner. Had lots of fun with you guys. That was a good birthday gift. Thanks again. You guys have a good summer and hopefully we see you again tight lines and happy faces Al

  • Justin Betts
    Justin Betts
    ca
    Kelowna, BC, Canada
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Best Canada Day ever!

    Half Day Trip (PM)2 adults

    Top Rods is Top Notch!! Great half day on the water. Captain Al was nothing but the best, even got a hold of me the day before for a weather update and we changed gears and went out the next morning instead of afternoon. What a choice that was! Nothing but sunny skies, dropped of the coined deadliest catch crab pot, then headed to catch some Coho, after meeting quota haha went for some of the big spring kings. Wife landed catch of her life! 14lb spring! after the best 4+ hours, the wind came in as we were leaving the fishing grounds. When arrving back, picked up the cab pot and hit the marina. little did we know the day wasn't over. Captain Al put on a fillet n seal show! Tubby 2 was the best. Patient hungry boy that got his fill. Highly recommend! Best Canada Day yet! Fresh caught crab over the fire to top it all off!

    Reported Catch
    Crab
    Coho Salmon
    Chinook Salmon
    Response from Captain

    thanks for the review, Justin that’s awesome. I’m glad you guys had a great time. I had a super good time with you guys. I’m glad it all worked out and you got some Nice seafood for dinner. That’s awesome. Thanks again. You guys have a great summer and hopefully we see you again Al

  • Salvatore Puccio
    Salvatore Puccio
    us
    New York, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    The perfect day on the water!

    Half Day Trip (AM)2 adults

    Capt Al came down ill, but set us up with his pal Capt Jesse on the Sea Leggs. This was one of my best fishing trips of all time, and I fish quite a bit at home. I had my 3 boys with me, ages 10, 9, and 6, for a winter salmon trip. started at 33 degrees, but we dressed warm and the 23 Grady kept the wind at bay. the weather was perfect and Capt Jesse had us on fish within 10 minutes. his positivity was great and we ended up catching our limit in no time. We saw a bald eagle, humpback whales, and school of porpoises. all in all, a perfect day on the water. thank you again Captain Al for setting us up and thanks to Capt Jesse for taking us out. a trip my boys and I will always remember. I've been waiting to do the trip for over 10 years, we had the best day for it. looking forward to next time with Capts. Al and Jesse. great trip for kids, good learning experience. oh, and the dungeonous crab was so good. glad we snagged a few of those too.

    Reported Catch
    Chinook Salmon
    Response from Captain

    Hi Salvatore I was glad you guys had a good time with Jesse he’s a great captain. It was nice to see you caught lots of fish and crab. Definitely would’ve been a nice seafood dinner all the best for the new year and thanks again.Al tight lines and happy faces

  • Sheri Heslehurst
    Sheri Heslehurst
    ca
    Alberta, Canada
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified
    NEW

    never knew i could like salmon

    Half Day Trip (AM)2 adults

    8 fish, 2 keepers, 4 crab keepers, Roy filled in and was great! Took salmon and crab home for dinner and i actually thoroughly enjoyed the fresh catch. I don't typically like fish but these were great! will definitely do it again!

    Reported Catch
    Chinook Salmon
    Crab
    Response from Captain

    hi Sheri thanks for your review. I’m glad you guys had a good time with Roy on your anniversary. That’s awesome. Enjoy your catch and thanks again and have a good summer tight lines and happy faces. Alp

  • David Sommer
    David Sommer
    Repeat angler
    us
    Georgia, US
    Member since 2022
    5 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    One of our very best fishing trips ever!

    3/4 Day Trip3 adults

    Al put on quite a fishing show for us today. Boat was very comfortable, and we started catching Coho salmon by 07:30 am. There were a lot of throwbacks due to small fish & various BC rules - but we still wound up with 9 total fish and easily 20+ pounds of gorgeous reddish salmon fillets. Including a chunky 14 pounder. Al had a lot of enthusiasm which my 16 and 13 year olds enjoyed - they are avid fishermen and were very satisfied with the equipment used. He even talks American football an expert level. So an easy 5 stars!!!

    Reported Catch
    Coho Salmon
    Response from Captain

    Hi David, thanks for your review. I had a great time with you guys. I’m glad we caught lots of fish for the boys to play. I hope you enjoy the fresh fish and crab. Good luck with the Atlanta Falcons. That was a big win against Buffalo. That was nice. OK have a safe trip back home. Maybe we’ll see you another day. Take care.