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Fall Fishing in Seattle
The days are getting a little shorter, the mornings a little crisper and the fishing seasons are transitioning as we enter fall here in the Seattle area. October is a great month for fishers here in Washington State. We are still reaping the rewards of our saltwater salmon fisheries in Puget Sound, the Straits and the San Juan Islands. Coho are to be caught in our favorite saltwater areas. Rivers around the state are alive with great Chinook, Coho and Chum salmon fishing!
Personally, I’m transitioning from saltwater to river fishing mode, and have a few really awesome trips planned! I’ve been preparing my drift boat for a few trips to the Olympic Peninsula. But because I’m not a quitter, I’ll still be making a few trips to the Puget Sound to chase Coho. The woods have been alive, and I’ve been out picking Chanterelle Mushrooms. Mother nature is giving us more rain and cooler weather, but we Northwesterner’s know that the changing of the seasons doesn’t mean the fishing season is over… it’s only the beginning of new opportunities! Have fun out there everyone and as always, I love hearing from you so don’t be a stranger!
Andrew Moravec, Riptidefish.com
Top Fishing Picks for October 2019
Washington Coast Beach Razor Clam Digs – October 2019
Razor Clam and Chanterelle Mushroom Chowder
Amazing Lures for River Coho Salmon Fishing
Humptulips River Salmon Fising
My All Time Favorite Lures for Chum Salmon Fishing in Rivers
Recent Fishing Posts
Razor Clam Seasons – November & December 2019
Early digs in September and October were fantastic, and expect more to come as we get deeper into the season! I love hitting the beaches this time of year, it’s the perfect way to harvest some fresh local seafood and enjoy some time outdoors. All the digs this time of year are after dark, so …
Puget Sound Crabbing Report – Everett
Just like the rest of you, I owe my parents big-time, for many reasons. But when I bought them fishing licenses last Christmas, I gave them a pledge to take them out on my boat, and on that count I haven’t been a very good son. But this weekend I lived up to my promise, …
Queets River Salmon Fishing Float
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Razor Clam and Chanterelle Mushroom Chowder
Clam Chowder is one of those quintessential Northwest delicacies, and making you own is an easy feat if you don’t mind doing a little digging and picking beforehand. Washington’s fall season offers us a great opportunity to head west to the Pacific Beaches to harvest our tastiest of shellfish… the Razor Clam. If you can …
Razor Clam Season – September & October 2019
Washington’s Razor Clam Digs for October and November! Razor Clam season is kicking off in October, and these succulent little bivalves draw tens of thousands to Washington’s Pacific beaches every weekend there is an opener. We get a long weekend in September 2019 and six consecutive days of digging in October. As always, the state …
Possession Bar Salmon Fishing
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My All Time Favorite Chum Salmon Lures for River Fishing
One of my favorite things to do in the fall is to fish for Chum Salmon on the rivers near my home. These brutish salmon have the aggression and strength to make a day of fishing both easy and exciting. I don’t consider them great table fare, but there is nothing wrong with a day …
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Lights Out Coho Salmon Fishing at Jeff Head
The super early morning alarm has been my default since July. It must be fishing season in Puget Sound! I snuck out for a couple hours before work today and experienced some of the best Coho Salmon fishing action of my life! Josh, Sean and I met at my boat dock for exactly 2 hours …
Edmonds Coho Derby Scouting Mission September 6
The Edmonds Coho Derby is this weekend! Saturday and Sunday are going to be awesome if you salmon fish in Puget Sound… and like a little friendly competition. We went fishing this morning to get warmed up and formulate our game plan. Coho salmon are just starting to push into Puget Sound in decent numbers. …
Humptulips River Salmon Fishing Primer
The Humptulips River is one of Western Washington’s most popular fall salmon rivers, and for good reason. Even before the first fall rains cause salmon to flood upstream in the rising coastal rivers, Chinook (King), Coho (Silver) and Chum (Dog) salmon begin to stage in the tidewater stretch near the mouth of the Humptulips River. …
