It was a night of night ops for Pro Guide Steve this evening. While other crews were out chasing daytime eaters, Steve was gearing up to put his clients on some true night monsters. Although we didn’t connect with a Dirty 30 this trip, the crew still put a solid number of fish in the boat—including some very nice quality walleye. Plenty of action, good learning, and another productive night on the water. The big ones are close, and night season is just getting rolling.

It was one of those days when all the FCO boats hit the water in search of Columbia River walleye—and it definitely wasn’t a good day to be a walleye with this crew out there. The fishing was strong across the board, with every boat finding success. Some crews stayed on the jig bite while others worked the troll, and both approaches paid off. Solid action, great teamwork, and plenty of fish made it a great day on the water for everyone involved. Another all-around win for the FCO fleet.

Daytime Trolling Done Right FCO Pro Guide Blake hit the water during the daylight hours with longtime client Kurt and the crew, and what a day it turned into. The guys stayed busy reeling in plenty of walleye, with nonstop action on the troll rods and smiles all around the boat. Today was all about trolling worm harnesses, and the program was extremely productive. Fish kept coming, the bite stayed steady, and it was one of those days that reminds you just how good daytime walleye fishing can be. Another solid outing on the Columbia.

Well, we were back at it again for another night on the water with Jesse and Cory. We were hoping tonight might bring the fish of a lifetime, and while we came up just a little short of that goal, the night still delivered. We found some solid fish and put 13 walleye in the boat, with the biggest stretching out to 27 inches. Steady action, good laughs, and another productive night made it a win all around. It was another great night of walleye fishing here at Fisher’s Catch Outfitters—and trophy season is far from over.

Night Ops Kick Off With a Dirty 30 It’s time for night ops for Pro Guide Tony, kicking off a couple-month stretch of after-dark fishing that we look forward to every year. Tonight’s trip had longtime clients Jesse and Cory—the brothers from Lewiston, Idaho—back in the boat, along with Lex joining in on the action. And wouldn’t you know it… Lex ended up boating the exact fish Jesse was hoping for—a 31.5-inch giant walleye weighing 12.6 pounds. Even though Jesse didn’t land the fish himself, the excitement was high all around as another Dirty 30 hit the deck. That’s how night fishing goes sometimes, and everyone was all smiles. With more nights ahead, we’ll see what tomorrow brings for Jesse and Cory. Trophy season is just getting started.

Pro Guide Steve hit the Columbia out of Boardman, Oregon with another group of great clients, heading out in search of walleye. It turned into another successful day on the river, with the trolling program producing a boatload of delicious walleye. Steady action, good company, and plenty of fish made for a solid day on the water. Another win for the FCO crew on the Columbia.

After a long but successful week in Denver talking fishing and introducing Vertical Jigs and Lures’ new HAVOCs, we’re back home in the Tri-Cities and right back on the Columbia River chasing walleye. I won’t lie—I felt a little like a fish out of water after being away from the river—but it didn’t take long to get back in the groove. We’re back at it and catching fish just like we left off. It’s good to be home, good to be on the water, and even better to have rods bending again.

FCO Pro Guide Blake hit the Columbia out of Boardman today in search of some of the best-eating fish there is—the Columbia River walleye. The plan came together perfectly, with success both jigging and trolling throughout the day. The bite stayed steady, the fish cooperated, and it turned into another productive day on the water. Winter doesn’t mean staying indoors—this is prime time to get out and enjoy some incredible fishing. Get in on the action and don’t let winter slow you down.

It was show week for Pro Guide Tony and Angel. As we continue growing Fisher’s Catch Outfitters and working to create even more memorable trips for our amazing clients, the owners hit the road—and the air—to bring the FCO experience to new places. This week took us to Denver, Colorado, where we spent four great days connecting with both new and returning clients, sharing what makes fishing with FCO special, and building new friendships along the way. It’s always exciting to introduce people to what we have back home in the Tri-Cities, Washington, and to see the interest and excitement for the fisheries we get to enjoy every day. Big things are ahead, and we’re grateful for every conversation, handshake, and opportunity to grow the FCO family.