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WELCOME TO A & B PRO GUIDES AND CHARTERS
Since 1998, helping families, business groups and individuals hook up with the best fishing guides, charter boat services, outfitters and tour boat operators in Oregon and Washington. If you're looking for a quality fishing adventure, fishing vacation, drift boat trip, white water rafting trip or fishing trip referral on an Oregon or Washington river or in the Pacific Ocean. You've come to the right place. Email fish@abproguides.com   Fishing Trip Gift Certificates $25.00  [ What our clients say ]
 

Arrange your fishing adventure now!
Business trips and large groups our specialty.
E-mail us with questions or to book a trip.

Hours 8:00 am to 7:00 pm (PST). [ Trip request form ]
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Columbia River & Buoy 10 Salmon
World class action (Aug-Oct) Spring Salmon Seasons Summer and Fall Seasons

 

Ocean Chinook & Coho Salmon
Loads of Action (July-Sept) Book Now! Seats fill very fast.
Fishing Season Updates  Ocean Salmon Season  Reports

 

Willamette River Spring Salmon & Steelhead
Combo trips salmon and sturgeon (Jan-June).
Salmon Season

 

Pacific Halibut - OR, WA & Canadian Waters
12 & 18 hour trips (May-Oct) OR halibut Seasons  WA Halibut Seasons Two fish limit on Canadian halibut trips. 2009 Halibut season updates OR

 

Albacore Tuna Fishing Trips
Extreme Fishing (July-Sept). 12, 18, 33 & 42 hour trips.
No limit. Average 18-20 pounds. WA Tuna fishing info  OR Tuna fishing 

 

Bottom Fishing - Rockfish, Cabazon, Lingcod
Very Popular (April-Sept) 5, 6, 8 & 12 hr trips. Combo trips and light tackle trips also. OR Seasons  WA Seasons

 

Columbia River Walleye Fishing Trips
World Class. Next world record expected from Columbia River (Year-round). Washington record Columbia River walleye landed 19 lbs

 

Willamette & Columbia River Sturgeon Trips
Continuous Non Stop Action (Year-round) Columbia River and Willamette River. Columbia River Sturgeon Seasons

 

Fly Fishing Trips - Trout and Steelhead
Experienced and Beginners. Rods, waders, gear available (year-round). Drive, float, hike, pack. Multi day trips also. All Oregon and Washington Rivers.

 

Smallmouth Bass - Day & Overnight Trips
World Class fishing (June-Oct) John Day River central Oregon, Grand Ronde eastern Oregon, Umpqua River southern Oregon.

 

4-5 hr Crabbing Excursions OR
Oregon coast bays and ocean crabbing (seasonal).

 

Columbia River Shad Fishing Trips

Oregon and Washington trips on Willamette River in Portland and Columbia River below Boneville Dam (May-June).

 

Wild Turkey Hunting Trips

Oregon and Washington Wild turkey hunts are fun for all ages and very productive (Oct-Feb).

 

Hunting Horse Pack Trips Drop Camps

Mule deer, Elk, Bear, Coyote, Bob Cat and more...

 

White Salmon River Walk in Steelhead

Red Hot Now 1/24/10. Package trip; log cabin lodging in Klickitat WA and transportation to fishing location. Or fishing trip only.

 

Other types of trips we offer in Oregon and Washington

 

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Coordination of Business Groups and Corporate Fishing Vacations is our specialty. We are happy to handle all of the details involved in arranging a fishing trip for large groups including lodging, transportation, fish processing, etc. 

 
What's Hot Now! (1/24/10)
Columbia River Sturgeon. White Salmon and Tillamook  Winter Steelhead. Tillamook Bay sturgeon heating up. Willamette River sturgeon. Willamette River spring salmon moving in. BOOK NOW !  
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Fishing trip referrals to over 185 top rated professional sportfishing guides, hunting guides, outfitters and deep sea ocean charters throughout Oregon and Washington -- Sportfishing capitals of the world. Fishing adventures to fit everyone's needs young and old, beginner to experienced. We know where the "catching" is best whether it be Chinook salmon on the Columbia River, Trophy trout on the Williamson River or Albacore tuna in the Pacific ocean we'll put you in the action!

"Fast friendly service"     "Top rated"     "Highest success rates"

Just tell us the location you would like to fish or hunt, species you want to target, number of persons and the date or dates you prefer. We'll do all the work, researching the best guide or charter service that fits your needs, along with the most productive location and best species to target. Save yourself the frustration of searching for the perfect trip and best guide. "That's our job" and we love doing it. Our clients feedback says it all. Named best fishing service (Portland Tribune 2001). Oregon and Washington sport fishing referrals. We also provide Burials at sea service.

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Using sport catch information from current and past seasons for areas throughout Oregon and Washington, along with current river and ocean data. We can insure that you will be fishing at the best possible time and location for species like salmon, steelhead, river sturgeon, halibut, tuna and more. We will not send you on a fishing trip when the catch is poor, or when the chance of success is below 70 percent. We want you to catch fish so you will use our service again and recommend it to others. Over 70 percent of our business is from returning customers and customer referrals. For more information on the types of hunting trips we offer please visit our Northwest Guided Hunts page.

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All ABPG fishing guides are fully licensed by the U.S. Coast Guard, fully insured and have appropriate state outfitters licenses. All are trained in CPR and first aid and are enrolled in drug and alcohol testing programs, as required by the US Coast Guard. All Oregon and Washington fishing guides are ranked according to client satisfaction, years of experience and quality of service and equipment.

Catching fish is only part of the adventure!

Standard 30-45 foot ocean charter boats - 4 to 16 persons_Salmon_steelhead_sturgeon_walleye_bass_trout_halibut_tuna Standard 25 foot guide boat - seats up to 6 persons_Salmon_steelhead_sturgeon_walleye_bass_trout_halibut_tuna Drift Boat - non motorized 2-3 persons

Let us direct you to a wonderful and rewarding experience fishing beside some of the friendliest, most knowledgeable and successful sport fishing guides in the industry. Why take chances or waste time searching for the right fishing guide or charter boat when you can always go with the best, every time.

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GENERAL INFORMATION

A Fishing License as well as applicable tags should be obtained prior to your trip. Prices: Oregon- $12.00 purchase online. Washington- $9.00 purchase online. Many of our guides sell them onboard or can direct you to a location you can pick one up on day of trip. Salmon / steelhead / sturgeon / halibut tags are included with all daily licenses in Oregon. Punch cards (free) are required in Washington.

Layered clothing is recommend, especially on ocean trips. Bring light rain gear, a hat, waterproof shoes or boots with slip resistant soles, sunglasses, sunscreen and a camera. All fishing gear, bait and tackle are provided. Many ABPG fishing guides and ocean charter services will allow you to bring your "favorite rod" if you so desire. They will first confirm its adequacy for the fish you will be targeting. Boatsville Used Boats New and used boats for sale by individuals, fishermen, guides and brokers. Ads stay online until you sell.

Upon booking your trip you will receive a referral confirmation packet, by e-mail or fax that will contain; contact information for your guide, along with a map and driving directions to the meeting location. Information on lodging accommodations, fish processing facilities and transportation services will also be provided if requested. An initial deposit is required to reserve seats, typically 10 percent of the total cost of the trip. We accept all major credit cards, PayPal and checks. Cancellations made prior to 14 days of scheduled trip will receive a full refund.


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Our Mission

To insure the highest quality, custom tailored trips to fit the specific needs of those seeking the adventure of a lifetime. If you have never fished before and are not sure which species to target, or where to go, not to worry. We are here to insure that you experience a fun successful trip by helping you select the absolute best location, guide and species. Try our guide referral service now, you'll be glad you did.

 

Included Services

  •  Quality fishing tackle and equipment is provided by all ABPG guides.

  •  (River float trips only) - meals provided on multi day float trips and some day trips.

  •  Hot coffee is available on most ocean charter boats.

  •  Ocean charter boats have restroom (head) on board. Guide boats have porta-potties.

  •  Most ABPG guides and charters will clean and prepare your catch for transport.

  •  Driving directions, mileage, driving time and detailed map with turn by turn directions to the meeting location.

  • Most ABPG guides sell one-day fishing licenses onboard. You may also purchase online.

  • Information on near by attractions and accommodations, including hotels, RV parks, campgrounds and cabin and RV rentals are available by request.

  • Arrangements for preparation of your catch, including filleting, smoking, canning, flash freezing, shipping and packaging for travel are available by request.

Customer satisfaction is our number one goal. Our clients feedback says it all.


Columbia River Fishing Guides

The Sandy River and Columbia River provide some of the best fishing in Oregon for salmon and steelhead. The Sandy River now has a wild brood-stock program in place where wild winter steelhead are used for hatchery brood-stock. These steelhead are big, averaging 12 to 15 pounds each, and provide a battle that rivals no other. The Columbia River, in the Columbia River Gorge, provides excellent guided fishing for white sturgeon averaging 30 to 80 pounds each, with oversize fish weighing as much as 400 pounds or more. Trophy Walleye fishing is also available on the Columbia River, these fine eating fish average 3 to 8 pounds with some in the 10 to 25 pound range. Columbia River walleye are becoming a popular target fish for Oregon and Washington anglers.

Columbia River Gorge Fishing Charter Boat

Don't forget, the scenic beauty and ruggedness of the Columbia River Gorge and Sandy River Gorge is also a special part of our trips. So be sure to bring along your camera for some fantastic shots.

The Columbia River Gorge is a spectacular river canyon cutting the only sea-level route through the Cascade Mountain Range. It's 80 miles long and up to 4,000 feet deep with the north canyon walls in Washington State and the south canyon walls in Oregon State. The Columbia River Gorge is more than a gorgeous, natural wonder. It is also a critical transportation corridor and is home to 70,000 people. Columbia River Gorge Images  Columbia River visitors info  Columbia River Gorge forcast


Oregon Chinook Salmon Fishing

Of the five species of Pacific salmon, the Chinook and Coho are the most important to anglers. The two are often found in the same waters and pursued in much the same way, but the Chinook is the larger of the two and highly prized among anglers. The Columbia River Gorge is a prime area to target Chinook salmon. When hooked, Chinook like to slug it out, while Coho's are acrobatic and quick. The Columbia supports several species of anadromous fish that migrate between the Pacific Ocean and fresh water tributaries of the river. Coho and Chinook (also known as "king") salmon, and steelhead, all of the genus Oncorhynchus are ocean fish that migrate up the rivers at the end of their life cycles to spawn.

Chinook are also known as the king salmon or spring salmon. Chinook salmon are powerful swimmers that migrate hundreds of miles up northwest rivers to their spawning grounds, and they can grow huge. The rod-and-reel world record was taken in Alaska's Kenai River in 1985 and weighed 97 pounds, 4 ounces. Most fish caught by northwest anglers, however, range from 15 to 40 pounds. At the end of a fishing line, Chinooks are absolute brutes - hard-running, stubborn fighters that will give you all the challenge you can handle, and sometimes more. Key West Fishing - Key West Fishing Charter, Best Captains, Save $100 on Tackle, Top Gear, Flats- Reef... Deep Sea Florida Key, Tarpon Sport Trips, Great Vacation

Starting in March, the Spring Chinook are the most desired of all the fish for their excellent taste. The average Chinook salmon weighs 15-20 pounds. Then in August the Upriver Brights make their way upriver, they are hard fighting and a joy to catch. By mid to late September, Fall Chinook are present. The largest of the salmon species, the Fall Chinook, will certainly get your heart pounding. Coho Salmon enter our rivers in September, a great fish to eat and catch.

Columbia River salmon fishing is a major tourist draw for Washington and Oregon fishing guides and once you experience Columbia River salmon fishing just once you will not want to ever leave these fertile fishing grounds of the Columbia River. Salmon fishing Oregon Washington  Columbia River Fishing Regulations

"Oregon Fishing Opportunities are Year-round"


Columbia River Sturgeon Fishing

Sturgeon Fishing - The northwest and the Columbia River is home to the largest population of great white sturgeon in the world. Columbia River fishing offers anglers and Oregon fishing guides top quality sturgeon fishing opportunities throughout the year. Sturgeon average from 7 - 14 feet in length and can weigh up to 400 pounds. It's hard to imagine just how big and strong these fish are until you've experienced the fight for yourself first-hand.

When you are charter fishing on Columbia River you'll want to bring along your camera to capture this incredible fish on film along with the vast scenery of the Columbia River Gorge, which offers some of the most spectacular outdoor scenery in North America. Columbia River fishing trips provide plenty of action and fun for veteran as well as beginner anglers.

Keeper Sturgeon range from 42" to 60" though many are hooked under and over that size. These fish are known to provide some of the best eating meat ever. Sturgeon is great smoked, deep fried, or baked. Your Oregon, Washington, or Columbia River fishing guide can tell you more about this fish, their feeding habits, popular techniques for catching them, and delicious recipes on how to prepare Sturgeon meat. Sturgeon Columbia River Gorge

 

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