Meet Captain's Travis Marsh and Thomas Walton

Meet The Finest Oregon Charter Captain's: Captain Travis Marsh and Captain Thomas Walton

About the Captain's:

Captain Travis holds a six-pack charter license, is CPR/First Aid certified, and is a TWIC cardholder. His fishing journey began in Washington State, where he grew up fishing local waters and the Pacific Ocean with his parents. He moved to Oregon in 1991 and began fishing the Rogue River before eventually settling in the scenic Umpqua Valley with his wife and three children. It wasn’t long before he started targeting salmon, steelhead, and bass in the Umpqua River. He also developed a passion for deep-sea fishing off the Oregon Coast, refining his skills through dedication, hands-on experience, and mentorship from seasoned experts. His lifelong love for fishing was inspired by his late mother, Granny Jean, an avid angler who instilled her passion in him at a young age.

Captain Tom A graduate from South Umpqua High School in Myrtle Creek, OR. Tom joined the United States Marine Corps in 2007 where he served six years as a Helicopter Mechanic. In 2013 he was medically retired after an 11 month battle with bone cancer. He has spent most of his life fishing from the beginning in the reservoirs of Colorado, to the Pacific Ocean.

His true passion is chasing Anadromous fish in the Pacific northwest. Steelhead lead the way particularly due to the fact that’s how he cut his teeth on big fish!

“Nothing makes you feel more alive then a cold winter morning, reel screaming with a giant Umpqua steelhead on the other end of the line.”

As a senior in high school Tom learned that people got paid to take people fishing for Salmon and Steelhead..... and he has been chasing that dream since!

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The Boat:

Captain Travis’s Hewescraft 28' 250 Alaskan is a top-tier vessel designed for Oregon fishing adventures. Built in 2020, this state-of-the-art boat is powered by twin 150-horsepower Yamaha engines and offers superior comfort and performance for charter fishing in Winchester Bay, Oregon. With space to accommodate up to six anglers fishing at once, it also features a live bait well to enhance your chances of a successful catch. Whether you’re seeking thrilling offshore action or a rewarding river trip, charter fishing in Winchester Bay with Captain Travis promises an unforgettable experience.

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WHAT'S INCLUDED

Expertise & Attributes

10 Years of Experience

fishing Attributes

Master Guide

Nature / Wildlife Views

Saltwater Fishing

Freshwater Fishing

Bass Fishing

Technical Fishing

Deep Sea Fishing

Drift Fishing

Good with Large Groups

Good with New Anglers

Good with Families

Good with Kids

Gear & Equipment

Available Fishing Gear

Camera

Lures

Medical Supplies

Reels

Rods

Sunscreen

Good to Knows

Trip Includes

Rods, reels & tackle

Lures

Live Bait

Catch cleaning & filleting

First Mate

License

Travis carries a six pac charter license, is CPR/First Aid certified and a TWIC card holder.

What to Bring

Snacks & Drinks

Wear Weather-Appropriate CLothing

Sun Protection (Sunscreen, Sunglasses & Hats)

DEPOSIT: A deposit is required for all bookings and will be applied at checkout

BALANCE: The remaining balance is due on the trip date as either Credit or Cash.

GUEST CANCELLATION: In the event that you must cancel your booking, you must do so 3 days prior to your trip date to receive a refund on your deposit. Rescheduling is encouraged and dependent on guide availability.

GUIDE CANCELLATION: In the rare event that your guide must cancel due to inclement weather, health, or equipment issues, you will have the option to reschedule your charter for a later date or receive a refund on your deposit.

TIPPING: Tips to your guide are greatly appreciated for your quality trip.