Captain Stephen "Spicy" Gettel is a Native Oregonian and has been fishing the PNW for 50+ years. As a local kid, he fished mountain lakes and coastal streams mostly for trout and soon migrated to the biggest fish he could find. Experienced in the Columbia System, Tillamook System and North Central Off-Shore waters, as well as several of our inland lakes and streams. Captain Stephen is a US Coast Guard Licensed Captain and is First Aid / CPR / AED certified and a member of a consortium.

With 10+ years of direct wilderness survival experience and a lifetime of safety conscientiousness, you are sure to be in secure hands aboard The Fintruder. We are well equipped and that means being prepared if equipment fails.Years of lessons, injuries, ingenuity and testing have made Captain Spicy a valuable resource in any outdoor or safety related situation.

“Life has a long strange trip leading me to my dreams. I have always gravitated to the water, to fishing, for as long as I can remember. I am a Master Craftsman of 20+ years, with Marble and Granite, and went back to school to get 2 Bachelors in Business Management/Operations. This has allowed me to pursue my dreams of having a vehicle to help others while also paying the bills.

This is why I chose to make Spicy’s a Reality. Fishing is a way to bring any 2 people together, or 3, or 4. It is an opportunity to board and leave the grind behind. Politics, work, other things that weigh on our hearts and minds heavily, all seem to melt away when on the water chasing beasts. I want to share this with everyone who has yet to experience it. To educate others about our water and the very least I can do to give back to this industry and my community would be to take veterans fishing for free. When you support Spicy’s, you are supporting opportunities for our soldiers and others to share in the Love of Fishing and Mother Nature.” –Capt. Spicy

Why Choose Spicy's Fishing?

First off all, US Vets fish for FREE. (So every 2 seats bought pays for 1-2 veterans to fish for free)

Winner of the 2023 Scappoose Boosters Derby Big Fish Award! Member of Coastal Conservation Association, Northwest Sportfishing Industry Association, Tillamook Estuary Partnership, Captains for Clean Waters and The Northwest Anglers and Guides Association. We do hundreds of hours of volunteer work each year to benefit both our community and fisheries.

We are not your typical guide service. We cater to couples, families and smaller groups. Our focus is to step away from the everyday bs and enjoy some time on the water comfortably. We go against the flow often and have found a niche in the nooks, crannies and away from the crowd areas that are often under fished. This enables us to do things a bit differently.

How many times have you seen a boat filled with frowning people? If you have fished the PNW at all, then you know "river ego" is a real thing and our goal is to never let that happen on the Fintruder. Fishing and life itself ought to be celebrated with gratitude. We fish to have fun, to learn, to teach, to increase awareness, give great lifelong memories and of course to do some catching.

The Fintruder is fully outfitted with a waterproof top, electricity, lighting, a hot water sink, propane stove, heat and an easy flush bucket :)- seats 6 people total. Although we primarily troll for salmon, we are very adept at just hunkering down in the weather and letting the fish come to us. We have extensive anchor fishing experience and completely utilize these skills in foul weather (wind permitting).

Ask about the "Anchor Breakfast Special"

Guided Fishing Trips

2024 Spring Salmon Fishing Trips Available! Out of Portland, Oregon.

We do guided fishing Trips for Chinook and Coho salmon, Sturgeon, Bottom fishing, near shore Halibut, and of course Crabbing for Dungeness in the bays and ocean when allowed. Trips are usually either 4,6 or 8 hours depending on the species, water conditions and time of year. All trips require a non-refundable deposit of $100 per rod. More trip details under the "Guided Fishing Charters" tab athe the top left of home page.

Excursions

Spicy has wilderness survival skills of 20+ years with 10 years of active practice, has been camping and hiking the PNW his whole life and is Red Cross First Aid/ CPR/AED certified.

We do boat in trips for families of up to 5 people. We can cater to most needs including all fishing, camping and cooking gear and even do rates for meal preparations while on your excursion. We currently do trips to the Columbia river on various islands, Timothy Lake on Mt. Hood and are open to finding new places to set up camp and fish, or just camp and explore. These are personally customized trips, designed to fit individual family needs,.

Be the designer of your own adventure with all the logistical support provided.

Whale watching, treasure hunting, wild game hunting, plunking camps, photography adventures (as you see I know many good shoots only accessible by boat) are all trips we can do.

We are excited to learn what dreams we can make a reality for you. These trips make memories that will last forever and being part of creating the experience, the design, can be so exciting when you realize all of the options you have.

Rates vary according to design. Give us a Call!

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