About Ferg's Guided Fishing
Meet The Captain
Hello, I'm Jon Ferguson, proud owner and operator of Ferg's Guided Fishing.
I've been fanatical about fishing for as long as I can remember. Over the years, I've found that there is just one thing I like more than catching fish, it's helping other people catch fish! It truly brings me joy.
When it comes to fishing, I'm a teacher at heart as well as a forever student. I enjoy helping people become more effective anglers and I'm always looking for a better way, with the end goal of creating the best experience possible for our guests . Fish will come and go, but great experiences last a lifetime!
I hold a US Coast Guards OUPV Captains License and am CPR/ First Aid Certified. We guide out of a new, custom built sled that was designed for performance, safety and comfort. We spare no expense in our pursuit of creating a memorable, personalized fishing experience for our guests.
We're looking forward to meeting you and hosting your next adventure!
-Ferg
Fishing Opportunities
Chinook & Coho Salmon
Catch & Release Sturgeon
Chinook & Coho Salmon
The Chinook Salmon, also known as the King Salmon, is the biggest of the salmon species. Known for it's size, power and beauty. Chinook are the prize of the Columbia River.
Coho salmon start arriving in the lower Columbia River in August and gradually increase in numbers through September. While not as large as Chinook, Coho are an aggressive and hard-fighting fish that add another layer of excitement to the fall fishery. You never know if it will be a powerful Chinook or an acrobatic Coho on the end of your line.
Spring Chinook: April-June
Columbia River/Willamette River/ Wind River
Summer Chinook: June & July Willamette River/ Columbia River
Fall Chinook/Coho: August-October
Columbia River
Price: $250/seat
Kokanee
Catch & Release Sturgeon
Chinook & Coho Salmon
If you have never been kokanee fishing, in our opinion, it is a MUST! Surrounded by breathtaking scenery, this fishery is great for all ages. While attractive to all anglers, it is also excellent for those with little or no fishing experience. There is typically a lot of action and it is easy to learn!
Kokanee are landlocked sockeye salmon and make incredible table fare. What they lack in size, they make up for in flavor and quality.
We offer kokanee trips year-round.
Price: $175/seat
Catch & Release Sturgeon
Catch & Release Sturgeon
Catch & Release Sturgeon
Sturgeon are often referred to as dinosaurs. They are massive, prehistoric creatures that are incredibly powerful and durable. If you haven't had the opportunity to get up close to one of these river monsters, you are missing out. These fish are amazing!
We offer catch & release sturgeon fishing year-round.
Willamette River/Columbia River
Price: $250/seat