EXPLORE WHAT WASHINGINGTON STATE HAS TO OFFER
Premier guided fishing and hunting trips in Washington State
TOURS
Chinook (King) Salmon Trips
Fully guided, hard-fighting river trips focused on landing the highly sought-after, massive Chinook Salmon.
Targeted peak-season trips for aggressive, acrobatic Silvers. Fast-action angling designed for every skill level.
The Coho (Silver) Expedition
The Sockeye (Red) Run
High-volume fishing in the heart of the migration. Experience Washington’s most abundant run with limit-out opportunities.

ABOUT
Gage Bates: Local Guide, Trophy Results
For Gage, guiding is more than a profession—it's a lifelong dedication to the unique terrain and dynamic waters of the Pacific Northwest. Raised chasing Chinook and calling waterfowl across the Whatcom County flats, his expertise is born from two decades of hands-on experience and a deep respect for ethical hunting and angling. Gage holds all necessary licensing and is committed to providing every client with a safe, fully-outfitted, and memorable day, ensuring they not only find success but also gain a deeper appreciation for Washington's wild traditions.
Spring Chinook Run: Columbia River Gorge
Target the prized Spring Chinook, often called the toughest fighting salmon of the year, on the breathtaking Columbia River Gorge. Join Guide Gage Bates during this exclusive run, available from April 25th to May 22nd. We provide specialized gear and tactical expertise for your best opportunity to land this limited-time, bucket-list King salmon.
Full 8-hour charters or until bag limits are achieved
$250 per person
(Based on 4-person minimum)
Summer Chinook & Sockeye Run: Columbia River Gorge
Target powerful Summer Chinook or abundant Sockeye salmon on the legendary Columbia River Gorge. Join Guide Gage Bates during these productive summer runs, available from July 1st to August 10th. We provide specialized gear and tactical expertise for your best opportunity to land hard-fighting Kings or fill your cooler with limits of Sockeye.
Full 8-hour charters or until bag limits are achieved
$250 per person
(Based on 4-person minimum)
Fall Salmon: Nooksack & Skagit Rivers
Experience the spectacular Fall Salmon run on the famed Nooksack and Skagit Rivers. From September 1st to November 1st, we target massive Chinook and aggressive Coho Salmon returning to spawn. These river systems offer non-stop action and provide the perfect environment for a challenging and rewarding day of fishing near Whatcom County.
Full 8-hour charters or until bag limits are achieved
$250 per person
(Based on 4-person minimum)
Prime Waterfowl Season Hunts
Secure your guided Duck and Goose hunts from November 7th through the last weekend of January. We run expert field and blind setups in the region's prime flyways, focusing on limit bags of Mallards, Wigeon, and migrating Geese. Experience the best of Washington's late-season waterfowl hunting with professional calling and gear.
Legal Shooting Light to 1:00pm
$325 per person
(based on 5-person minimum)
TESTIMONIALS
"Very professional guide! Goes above and beyond to make sure you have a great experience fishing with him. Very highly recommended for your guided trips. Looking forward to doing some Coho fishing with him around Oct./ Nov."
Darcy Bauer
"Been out with Gage 3 times now and we always get our limit! I swear he is the fish whisperer, this last trip he even gave a count down when the exact pole was about to go off and I’m not joking. When he said “now” the pole torched off!"
Zack Gray
"Been out with Gage 3 times now and we always get our limit! I swear he is the fish whisperer, this last trip he even gave a count down when the exact pole was about to go off and I’m not joking. When he said “now” the pole torched off!"
Ron Simmons
“Had a great trip with Gage on the Skagit for springers. Very professional guide and put us on the fish. Will definitely be going on trips with him in the future.”
Brad Ringer
"Very professional guide! Goes above and beyond to make sure you have a great experience fishing with him. Very highly recommended for your guided trips. Looking forward to doing some Coho fishing with him around Oct./ Nov."
Darcy Bauer
"Been out with Gage 3 times now and we always get our limit! I swear he is the fish whisperer, this last trip he even gave a count down when the exact pole was about to go off and I’m not joking. When he said “now” the pole torched off!"
Zack Gray
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