I have been fishing for a couple of years but to no avial of any fish. I know there is fish running from all your posts and they all seem to keep hiding from me.
Where Do I find the little rascals?
Is hiring a guide someplace for me to get started? Can any one recommend a guide in the Portland area that they have experienced?
I live really close to the Sandy river, Is there any fish in there?? Is a guide with a sled better than a drift boat?? I like the Idea of drifting down the river. Thank's for all the help. Smily

Welcome aboard Smiley,Don't know of any Portland area guides but check with the Boys at http://www.IFISH.net good people lots of info there too...tight lines...Os

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Jack Smith is supposed to be the man on the Sandy. He owns Jack's Snack and Tackle right there at the mouth. Numbers in the phone book-his wife is usually there(looker) so she will answer any questions for you. Try Fishermans Marine at Portland Meadows too. I have never used a guide on the Sandy but it would be a good idea if you're really new to the game.

Crayfin

Is Jack Smith The same as Jack Glass?
My Cousin caught a Steelhead with him last year on a half day sled boat guide and the other person caught a salmon. Don't remember which kind.

If you do not mind coming down to the coast (Newport area), I would be glad to take you fishing. I do not catch fish every trip (who does?) but I suppose I catch my share. This time of year I do a lot of Sturgeon fishing also. Let me know if you are interested.

Mike

Use the secret formula: TIME ON WATER = FISH
.....then.....
-Hookup with somebody that catches fish
-Observe and Duplicate (what consistantly works)
-Then the hardest thing of all "when you finally get it all together and it's working, "DON'T CHANGE THE RECIPIE"!!
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also keep in mind that there is always an exception to the rule...GOOD FISHIN!