Frequently Asked Questions
Got questions about our fishing adventures? You’ve come to the right place! Here, you’ll find all the answers about our charter services, bookings, and what to expect on your deep-sea journey with us. Let’s make your fishing dream a reality!
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Booking with us is straightforward! We’re all about making your deep-sea adventure seamless. Everything you need to know about reservations, payment, and cancellations is right here, so you can focus on having fun! If you still have questions, we’ve got your back.
Yes. Every angler needs a valid Washington one‑day fishing license for the day of your trip. You’ll need to purchase it locally before you board, because we do not sell licenses on the boat.
No. We’re not set up to sell licenses on board, so you must pick up your one‑day license in town the day before or the morning of your trip and bring it with you when you check in.
No. We don’t run half‑day or night trips. Our schedule is built around full‑day, seasonal trips that match the best windows for bottom fish, lingcod, salmon, and crab.
Booking your trip in advance is highly recommended, as seats fill up quickly, especially on weekends. Buying your tickets early gives you the best chance of getting the trip date and time you want before it sells out.
If you’re prone to motion sickness, over-the-counter tablets or patches usually help and are available at most drugstores or grocery stores. For best results, take one dose the night before your trip and another about 1–2 hours before departure. Showing up rested and avoiding alcohol before you board can also help prevent seasickness.
Rubber boots, no tennis shoes or flip-flops—so your deckhand can spray down the deck without soaking your feet.
Warm clothing (layers are best) and rain gear.
Lunch, snacks, and drinks to last for a 6–12-hour fishing trip.
Large coolers, as space is limited. Soft coolers are fine.
Drugs of any kind (including marijuana).
Large amounts of alcohol.
Tips about TIPS for your deckhand!
Please expect to pay a 20% gratuity to your deckhand. They work long and hard hours to ensure you have the best trip possible. If you feel that 20% is too much, please bring this to the Captain’s attention so we can make sure your deckhand meets your expectations next time.
Our deckhands will fillet your fish, and the fillet fee is $10 per limit. These fees are mandatory and not included in the cost of your trip. If you’d prefer to take your fish home whole, let your deckhand know promptly.
Yes. There’s a restroom available on board, and public restrooms are located in the free parking lot behind Bennett’s Fish Shack for use before and after your trip.
Since we don’t have a charter office, check in directly at our boat on Float 6, 30 minutes before departure. Boarding times are listed in your confirmation email.
Yes. There’s a free parking lot for anglers located one block back from the marina’s main road.
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Float 6 across Blue Buoy Restaurant, Westport, WA 98595