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ABOUT FISH THE WEST
"Mike is a professional fishing guide that specializes in fishing for Salmon and Steelhead on the Kalama, Washougal and the East Fork of the Lewis Rivers. Mike will help you catch more fish!"
Mike West Has over 28 years of professional guiding experience. He was born in Vancouver Washington and spent a great deal of time fishing for both Steelhead and Salmon prior to becoming a guide.
Mike started his guiding carrier on the Kenai river in Alaska in 1987. Back then he traveled back and forth from Kenai Alaska to the mighty Rouge River in Southern Oregon. At that time Mike, guided the Rouge, Chetco, Sixes, and Illinois river's.
1987-1996 Mike moved to the Kenai peninsula and guided the Kenai, Kaselof and Cook Inlet from sleds and drift boats. Mike also holds a 100 Ton inland masters License. But prefers the drift boat.
In 2003 Mike moved back to Washington. He then started a guide business fishing the Kalama, East fork of the Lewis and Washougal river's from a drift boat, were he had grown up fishing prior to becoming a guide. Mike now lives on the Kalama river. He considers the Kalama to be his home river.
"The kalama is a very consistent river and has a good tolerance for the water height, giving a longer time of opportunity for good fishing between freshets. I learned early on that I had a knack for helping others catch fish and enjoyed it as much as me catching one my self, as time went on I figured I should guide and share this with more people. Guiding is a great job. I love my job." - Mike West
Mike still guides in Alaska for about 45 days a year during the coho run, in Bristol Bay on the Egegik river at a remote camp. If you are would like more information on his Alaska Trips, Please contact him.
MISSION STATEMENT
Our mission at Fish the West is to facilitate educational and truly memorable fishing experiences.
As a highly experienced fishing guide with a passion to teach. I promote the flow of knowledge between guide and client, with adaptability and consideration for individual needs and abilities.
Our goal is to not only put you into more fish, but to enhance that experience by teaching you how to become a better angler.
CORE VALUES
At Fish the West our value lies in the value of our service to our customers. We believe in delivering the best fishing experience, at the best price.
We believe that if we give you an enjoyable day on the river, while doing our best to teach you and deliver the best fishing experience that we can.
Our best compliments are our repeat customers and we believe that it is in our commitment to a valued fishing experience that keeps our clients coming back.
WHY CHOOSE US
As owner and head guide I adopt a very adaptable nature due to the diverse range of clientele and the extremely changeable conditions we face everyday on our beautiful Washington rivers.
With strong communication lines between guide and client I ensure a refined yet flexible experience for clients. If the situation needs to be changed I offer honest alternatives for my clients.
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If you would like any additional information about Fish the West, Mike West or any of our amazing guided fishing trips. Please take a moment to contact us now..... Thanks! - Mike West
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Fish the West:
The Pacific Northwest is the home of the most popular Salmon and Steelhead fishing rivers on the entire west coast. Call Fish the West today to plan a fun and memorable Salmon, Steelhead or Tiger Muskie fishing trip right here in Washington.
Steelhead are extremely hard fighting fish, however they are one of the most challenging and fun fish to catch.
Allow Mike and Fish the West to help you catch more fish now......
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