WORLD FAMOUS SALT WATER FISHING
Nothing compares to the exhilaration of boating over waters where the Columbia River, having reached journey's end, rushes into the Pacific Ocean. Add the thrill of catching large game fish and the experience will be imprinted in memory forever.
Fortunately, these excursions are available to any- one, thanks to charter boats berthed at the Port of Ilwaco. Charters provide outings ranging from sightseeing to bottom- and deep-sea fishing. Every- thing is provided except personal clothing and fa- vorite refreshments.
Many anglers also fish from private boats, a great option if you're prepared for the conditions.
Sea lions bask on jetty rocks. Seals' heads pop out of the water here and there, and seagulls fly over- head hoping for a handout.
How can you catch a trophy-sized salmon or stur- geon if you don't have a boat? Simple, head for the South Jetty at Cape Disappointment or east of the Chinook tunnel and get ready for a fun day of sport fishing on a budget.
In addition to our famous sturgeon, salmon and halibut fishing, the current rage is the albacore tuna experience. This is truly fishing at its best.
Bigger charter boats, better fishing techniques, better-trained crews and live bait have made Ilwaco a major base for tuna fishing.
The albacore experience involves a one- or two- day trip, depending on the boat of your choice. They travel 25 to 60 miles offshore to find albacore schools,
which are very sensitive to water temper- ature.
The Sturgeon Derby brings out hundreds in a quest for these delicious giants.
The best and most popular months for catching al- bacore are the end of July, August and September - all before the warmer water moves further off and ocean swells begin to rise.
The albacore is one of the fastest fish in the ocean and puts up a tremendous struggle. The meat is delicious. After eating fresh albacore, you will never buy a can of tuna in the store again.
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