Boats – Crew – Guides
Welcome Aboard! Garibaldi Charters proudly operates three charter fishing boats and one guide boat –
take a moment to check out each boat, and read about the crew.
Norwester
Our original 43’ Delta. Twin 3208 Caterpillar engines provide plenty of power, while a roomy walk-around deck and a large indoor cabin provide a comfortable ride. There is a head (restroom) on board, as well as life jackets for all. Complimentary hot coffee is available on all trips! The Norwester is licensed for up to 21 passengers, however, we limit the number of fishermen depending on the type of trip to ensure a comfortable experience. A typical “full” load for Light Tackle Bottom Fishing is around 18 passengers. For deeper trips, we usually take around 14 passengers. For tuna, we normally only take 10.
D&D
Newly re-powered! Our 36’ Modutech now runs faster and quieter with a 425hp Diesel Cummins QSB 5.9 engine. Every inch a fishing boat, the D&D sports a walk-around deck as well as a small downstairs cabin with storage and some seating. There is also seating on deck with a cover overhead to minimize exposure. There is a small head (restroom) on board and plenty of life-jackets for everyone. Free hot coffee is available on every trip. The D&D is licensed for up to 17 passengers, however, we limit the number of fishermen depending on the type of trip to ensure a comfortable experience. A typical “full” load for Light Tackle Bottom Fishing is around 14 passengers. For deeper trips, we usually take around 12 passengers. For tuna, we normally only take 8.
The Alaska Sunrise
The newest addition to our fleet is the 43’ Delta, Alaska Sunrise. This vessel is spacious and comfortable, with plenty of indoor seating and room to stretch. Twin 3208 Caterpillar engines make the Alaska Sunrise fast and smooth riding. There is a head (restroom) on board, as well as life jackets for all. Warm up with our complimentary hot coffee! The Alaska Sunrise is licensed for up to 22 passengers, however, we limit the number of fishermen depending on the type of trip to ensure a comfortable experience. A typical “full” load for Light Tackle Bottom Fishing is around 18 passengers. For deeper trips, we usually take around 14-15 passengers. For tuna, we normally only take 10.
Waterskipper
A 25’ Alumaweld sled. This boat serves not only as our Salmon boat, but also as our Bay Tour and Bay Crabbing vessel. It is outfitted with a 150hp Mercury outboard to get you to the fishing grounds fast, and a 9.9hp Mercury kicker to cruise while trolling. With a max capacity of only 6 passengers, you are sure to have a fun and memorable experience. Top-of-the-line low profile hydrostatic inflatable lifejackets are provided, and the Waterskipper is fully outfitted with safety equipment that surpasses Coast Guard regulations.
The Crew
Norwester Captain Lance
Captain Lance has been working on boats since he was in 7th grade. A commercial crabber in the winter, and a charter captain in the summer, Lance spends most of his time on the water, but he’s an artist at heart. After years and years of experience on fishing boats, you could say that Lance has truly mastered the “art” of getting on the fish, as his boat comes in day after day with limits of fish. On his rare days off, Lance enjoys working on and selling his paintings of fish and sea-life, and spending time with his family.
D&D Captain Marty
Prior to working as skipper of the D&D, Captain Marty ran his own charter business fishing for salmon, sturgeon, rockfish, lingcod, halibut, and tuna. He’s been fishing for as long as he can remember, and started running with Garibaldi Charters in 2019. When he’s not behind the wheel of the D&D, you can find Marty fishing the rivers, the surf, the jetties….you name it. When he finally calls it a day and heads home, he enjoys cooking, smoking his catch and perfecting his own unique (and quite tasty) BBQ sauce. He has also cut hair for the last 30 years, so if you’re in town off-season and need a haircut, look him up!
Alaska Sunrise Captain Curtis
Retired from the United States Coast Guard in 2019 after 32 years of service (5 years spent here in charge of Station Tillamook Bay), Captain Curtis took one day off and then jumped onboard as skipper of the Alaska Sunrise. Add 8 years of East Coast tournament fishing to his resume and you will have a hard time finding a better qualified captain anywhere! When he’s not behind the wheel of a boat Curtis enjoys hunting, training retrievers for waterfowl hunting, and most of all…spending time with his family.
Deckhand Cole
Cole has been fishing for his entire life! Whether it’s a charter boat, a commercial crabber, or a sled on the river, Cole loves being on the water. Happy to help folks who are just starting out, or make the professional assist landing with experienced fishermen, Cole has the know-how to help you succeed. Cole has been deckhanding on the Norwester with is dad, Captain Lance, since 2021. On his occasional days off, he enjoys hunting, and spending time with his wife and kids.
Deckhand Robby
Robby has been deckhanding with Garibaldi Charters since 2022. A native of Tillamook County, Robby has spent his whole life enjoying the beauty and bounty of this area. Coming from a long-time farming family, he knows the value of hard work and puts it into everything he does. He loves helping folks catch fish, and is always happy to lend a hand in teaching first-timers how to reel in the big one! He usually works the D&D with Captain Marty. He also enjoys hunting, riding dirt-bikes, fixing up engines, and spending time outdoors.
Deckhand Terry
Terry is eager to help, and enjoys meeting the wide variety of people that fish with Garibaldi Charters. He is always happy to share his experience and offer suggestions to make your fishing experience even better. You will often find Terry hard at work hours after the trip is over, making sure everything is in order for the next fishing adventure! Terry has been deckhanding with Garibaldi Charters since 2015, and usually works the Alaska Sunrise with Captain Mick or Captain Curtis. When not working, Terry enjoys bowling, golfing, and spending time with his family.
Deckhand Alanna
Alanna is not only a part-time deckhand, but a seaweed farmer and a biologist! With a degree in Marine Biology from OSU, she’s worked in marine science education for over 10 years. She’s farmer, sales, and community coordinator for Oregon Seaweed – grown right here in Garibaldi – so be sure to ask her where to purchase her tasty product! Besides joking around with Captain Marty and helping folks catch fish aboard the D&D, Alanna enjoys surfing, and spending time in front of a warm fire on the beach.
Buoy 10 Captain Chad
Captain Chad started fishing at age 7 with his dad in the Columbia at Buoy 10, then moved on to fishing for king crab in the Bearing Sea at age 18. Chad followed in his father’s footsteps, becoming an expert in the art of salmon fishing, and has been fishing the Northwest for the last 30 years. In his time off he enjoys taking his 5 grandsons fishing and passing on his knowledge and passion for the sport to them. Now that his family is raised, Captain Chad enjoys passing this same experience on to his clients.
Captain Tamara
Captain Tamara is a 3rd generation charter captain (Captain Mick’s daughter) and has worked in the charter fishing industry since 1999. She has worked as a guide boat captain in Alaska, a dive boat captain in Florida, and a fishing charter captain in Oregon. These days you will mostly find her in the Garibaldi Charters office taking reservations, but she enjoys taking out the occasional Bottom Fishing or Halibut run. Besides fishing, she loves raspberries, snowboarding, playing traditional music on the Irish Flute, and spending time with her husband (Ty) and kids.
Captain Mick
Captain Mick has been driving boats for over 30 years, and fishing the Oregon Coast waters for even longer. In 1999, he and his family sailed his 41’ ketch, the Kiya, from Garibaldi to Costa Rica and back! He ran boats for Garibaldi Charters boats for almost 20 years as the owner of the business. Finally he retired and sold the business to his daughter (Captain Tamara) and her husband Ty (Garibaldi Charters Mechanic and All-around-fix-it guy), but still enjoys taking out trips now and then. Besides fishing, he also loves sailing, hunting, cutting wood and spending time with his wife, kids, and many grandchildren.