OREGON COAST

PRE-TRIP &
TRAVEL PLANNER

Welcome

Aboard!

Here we will lay out any information you may need to ensure a great experience with Travel Creel on the Oregon Coast.

Click below for the printable version
of this planner, along with a
detailed gear and packing list

CLICK HERE FOR THE PRINTABLE PLANNER

OREGON

COAST

LOCATION &TRAVEL INFO

FLYING?
Fly into Portland International Airport (PDX) - Be sure to purchase refundable or changeable tickets, or use a credit card that provides travel insurance (if you do not have a policy of your own.)
For arrival - Book flights that arrive at PDX between noon and 2pm.
For departure - Book flights that depart PDX around noon (or shortly after.)
If you have any questions about flights, issues with booking during the target windows or getting to Oregon please reach out to us.
On Arrival day - We will provide you with the details for your shuttle pick-up (typically just outside of the baggage claim)
DRIVING?
We will provide the address of the lodge prior to your arrival via email and text. We welcome you to arrive at the lodge anytime after 3 pm on the day of the start of your trip.
Please complete the Travel Info form we sent you as soon as your travel plans are booked.
Once at the lodge, you will take a tour and settle into your room.
Appetizers will start around 6 pm with dinner to follow.
After dinner, we go over what you can expect for the week: Fishing partners, guide assignments, weather, fish stories and of course answer any questions the group may have.
Morning comes early so be sure to get some rest
A grab and go breakfast will be prepared on the morning of departure.
We will run shuttles based on when you need to leave - Please book flights from PDX as close to noon as possible.
If you have made other arrangements, please let us know prior to the trip.

We are proud to be partnering with

NorthweSt

Fly FishinG

Outfitters

on our Oregon Coast Steelhead program!

They're ready and waiting to assist you with your gear needs for this trip. Whether you're able to stop by in person or prefer to shop online, reach out to their friendly staff and they'll get you set up!

Northwest fly fishing outfitters

Please practice your casting

before you get to Oregon!

Being able to cast, mend, stack and feed line when indicator fishing all increase your chances at finding a fish. Being able to push your indicator tight to the bank or into a good seam where the guide wants it is a crucial part to this style of fishing… You are on a team with your guide, if you listen and play your cards right you have a better chance of being rewarded! You will be fishing out of rafts, which means, NO STUDS IN YOUR WADING BOOTS.

You will be fishing with us for 4 days.
There are several “daily” options: 1 day, 3 day, 7 day
The most cost-effective way for a “Non-Oregon-Resident” is to purchase a 1 day and a 3 day license for 4 days of fishing.
These daily licenses include the combined angling tag for Oregon, no further license is necessary.
If you choose instead to purchase an annual license you will need to purchase a “combined angling tag”.
All of the licensing is done online or with the Oregon Fish and Wildlife app.
Here is a link to the website: https://odfw.huntfishoregon.com/login
You will need to create an account in order to purchase a license.
TCH Highly recommends travel insurance for all your adventures.
Please reach out to us if you need assistance choosing the right insurance for you.

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Typical Day

on the

Oregon Coast

Travel Creel private on-site chefs care for all of your meals!

6:30am - Coffee is served

7:00am - The Travel Creel crew will serve a delicious breakfast to get you going.

7:30am - Pack your lunch bags, meet up with your guides for the day, head out and hit the water! Expect to be on the water for a full day.

4:00pm - Pull the boat out, load up and head back to the lodge.

5:00pm - Kick your feet up for some R&R. Throw a line in the trout pond, mix a cocktail and then freshen up for dinner.

5:30pm - Appetizers are served, followed by dinner.

7:00pm - Have a night cap, swap fish stories and get ready for the following day!

The mornings come early…

- What is included -

- 5 nights accommodations

- 4 days guided fishing

- All meals provided by Travel Creel

- Airport Shuttles

- Terminal Tackle

- What is not included -

- Airfare / Travel Expenses

- Booze

- Oregon Fishing Licenses

- Gratuity*

*Gratuity is a personal decision based on the service that you received. It is customary to tip your guide after each day, and the lodge staff at the end of your stay*

Typical gratuity

- Guide tips - $150 per day - per boat (split with boat mate)

- Lodge Staff tips - please budget $200 -$250 per angler