The Fifa World Cup is bringing visitors from around the globe to Seattle. While fans will come for the excitement of international soccer, many will also look for unique Pacific Northwest experiences. Fortunately, some of the best salmon fishing in Washington is located just minutes from downtown Seattle. Puget Sound offers incredible opportunities to catch salmon while enjoying the…
Advocacy is one of the most important responsibilities of the Charterboat Association of Puget Sound (CAPS). While many people know CAPS as a membership organization for professional charter captains, our mission extends much further. In fact, CAPS works year-round to protect and promote recreational fishing opportunities throughout Puget Sound. Fishing opportunities do not happen by accident. Instead, they result…
Experience is one of the most valuable assets a charter boat captain can bring to a fishing trip. While anyone can buy fishing gear, successfully finding and catching salmon on Puget Sound requires knowledge that comes from years on the water. At the Charterboat Association of Puget Sound (CAPS), our captains combine professional qualifications with real-world experience to deliver…
Puget Sound is one of the most unique and productive marine environments in North America. While many people think of it as a single body of water, it is actually a complex estuarine system made up of interconnected basins, bays, inlets, and marine waterways. As a result, it supports an incredible variety of fish and wildlife throughout the year….
