REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED

Join WICA members for a small group fishing outing on the Columbia River in Oregon. Limited to a maximum of 24 participants this year. Whether you catch the year’s largest coho salmon or Mother Nature’s sunsets, you’re guaranteed to come home with an amazing fish story. This was land (and water) traveled by the Lewis and Clark Expedition, not that it matters to the fish.

It’s no carp, you cod not do better than this trip. Don’t take too long to mullet over either, before you know it, salmon else will grab your spot! If you can think of something better to do with your weekend, let minnow. I’d better stop with the fish puns before I flounder. Here are the details:

WHERE: Columbia River, Buoy 10, West Mooring Basin (Astoria Riverwalk Inn), Astoria, Oregon

WHEN: Friday, August 12, 2016 & Saturday, August 13, 2016

START TIME: Meet at 6:00 am on the dock each day

LIMITED SPACE: Four boats available, holding up to six people each.

COST: $530/person for both days

ITEMS TO BRING: Rain gear, warm clothing, dry bag, cooler, rubber boots, sunglasses, camera, hat and OREGON or WASHINGTON FISHING LICENSE (not sold on boats) Single day licenses can be purchased in advance at dfw.state.or.us

DERBY PRIZES: Prizes for this year’s Fishing Derby are hush-hush, and will be announced at a later date. Bring your “A” game!

ACCOMMODATION RECOMMENDATIONS: 

• Curt Holdt’s Ilwaco Home – limited availability*
• Salt Hotel | 360-642-7258 | salt-hotel.com
• Seaview Motel | 360-642-8008 | seaviewmotelandcottages.com
• Heidi’s Inn Ilwaco | 360-642-2387 | heidisinnilwaco.com

* Retired WICA member Curt Holdt has again graciously opened his Ilwaco home on the coast to those participating in this event. There will be a barbecue and cocktail party each day at the home. Arrival is Aug. 11 in the afternoon or Aug. 12 after fishing. Please Note: Rooms at the home are limited, contact Curt early at captelmundo@gmail.com or 360-518-1159 to reserve your spot. Reservations will be taken on a first-come, first-served basis.