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Depending upon the season, we offer half-day, full-day and multi-day trips.

We operate with versatility—out of drift boats, power boats and rafts—so we can guarantee an enjoyable, comfortable and productive trip regardless of the conditions. All of our vessels are maintained to rigorous standards, carry all required safety equipment and are very comfortable. We are licensed by both the State of Oregon and the United States Coast Guard, and we have an impeccable safety record. 

We provide you with state of the art fishing equipment that is perfectly suited to our specific fisheries. We provide everything you need to have a great fishing day, though if you prefer to, you are always welcome to bring your own gear.

As part of our daily guide fee, we provide delicious shore-side lunches that will please your eyes as well as your taste buds. If you have dietary preferences, please let us know prior to the trip. 

Water and hot coffee are provided on all trips.

As a guest on a day trip you should plan to bring the following items:

  • Current Oregon fishing license and harvest card.
  • Rain gear with boots or waders with boots.
  • Sunglasses.
  • Camera.
  • Warm clothing (hat, gloves, clothing for layering and a change of clothing for the end of the day).
  • Any special beverages or snacks.
  • Cooler with ice if you plan to take fish home.

Gratuity (typically 15 - 25%).

About the guides...

TYLER HENSCHEID

Hailing from the Willamette Valley, Tyler has been exploring the streams of the Oregon Coast Range most of his life. Few people can match the hours he logs plying these winding waters, not to mention the fish counts he puts up. No matter the season, he's always on the river—building know-how and enjoying beauty. For year-round Oregon adventure, Tyler's the go-to guy.

Tyler's fishing career started in Idaho, where he stalked trout in small streams as a young boy. His passion for fly fishing emerged at age 11 when he commandeered his brother's fly rod, and then one foggy morning five years later, he discovered the heart-pounding power of anadromous fish as he landed his first Chinook salmon.

Today, more than a decade later, fishing is his way of life—composed of equal parts discipline and leisure. Tyler has guided for many years, helping people build memorable experiences through his combined power to illustrate angling techniques with simplicity, induce heartfelt belly laughter, and draw seemingly any aquatic creature to the surface.


GEOFF LAIRD

Raised by a clan of anglers in the coastal rainforest of Southern Oregon, Geoff was exposed to classic angling techniques and mentored by pioneers of the salmon and steelhead fisheries that covered the coast. He grew up fishing Oregon's rivers, bays and ocean with passion and purpose. 

With a drive for adventure and an insatiable desire to be outdoors, Geoff has been a professional guide for over ten years. He's fished and boated some of the world's greatest waters but still calls Oregon home. His appreciation for Oregon's fisheries comes from the sense of tradition, history and culture shared in the Pacific Northwest. He's committed to caring for natural resources, the people who enjoy them and, of course, the fish of these waters!

Hammer Down Guide Service Adventures Adventures

Name
River Fishing - Full Day
$450.00
River Fishing - Half Day
$350.00
Ocean Fishing
$500.00
Fishing Consultation
$50.00

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Geoff will assure you a productive, fun and educational experience. With his experience, patience and fish savvy he is sure not to disappoint! Enjoy!

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