Josh Quinton (Command Paralegal NCO)

"I have been fishing with Charlie Johnston and Sound Sport Fishing on numerous occasions. The first thing that comes to mind when I think of going on a trip with Charlie is that it is going to be fun.

"On my most recent trip with Charlie we were fishing for winter steelhead and spring run Chinook salmon. I was not sure as to how we would be fishing for them but knew I didn't have to worry about it, I knew Charlie would have all of the tackle, bait and knowledge ready to go and to put us on the fish. Sure enough I walked away with a beautiful winter steelhead weighing in at about 8 pounds.

"I am a Soldier and multiple OIF veteran. I can honestly say that Charlie honors and respects the service I have provided along with every other service member of all branches of service. Charlie is dedicated to making every trip out on the boat the best it possibly can be. He has proven that time and time again. I recommend Sound Sport Fishing to anybody that wants to get out on the river and catch fish, and have a good time doing it."

Mike Tennant (Construction Superintendent , ACI Construction)

"After living my whole life in the Pacific Northwest I had never experienced the joy of catching a salmon. I tried Sound Sport Fishing with “wish-full” expectations. The experience was unbelievable and “fish-full." I now have four trips under my belt, and each one was beyond my expectations. My clients, friends, and family have enjoyed the trip with me and I must admit, I’m hooked!"

John Trauba

"I learned to fish steelhead from guide Rich Bogle on the Cowlitz and Snake rivers. I had great success with Rich primarily by side drifting eggs. After Rich passed I needed another guide on the Cowlitz and along came Charlie Johnston.

"Though fishing only once so far with Charlie, I'm impressed with his talent as a guide on the Cowlitz. The day we fished, our boat hooked and landed four nice steelhead using coon striped shrimp behind diving plugs. I'm looking forward to fishing again with Charlie using this technique as well as side drifting eggs. Look out steelhead and springers, here we come!"

Wade Cotes (Business Owner, W.E. Coates Surveying)

"Thank Charlie for the great advice! After a trip with you and showing me the techniques and area to fish I was able to take my own boat and get my guys into some nice springers.

"Charlie is a very knowledgeable guide when it comes to fishing the Cowlitz. He showed us some techniques that we were not familiar with and he knew exactly where to fish and what he wanted to do to put us into the fish.

"It is always a pleasure fishing with Charlie; not just for the good fishing, but for the company and knowledge that he shares with you."

Erick Pederson (Sales Manager, Stevens Marine)

I have fished with Charlie a number of times over the years and have always been impressed with his relentless pursuit of the bite.  Charlie has spent a lot of time on the water honing his skills and knows the right place to be.

Steve Carpenter (Pastor, South Sound Church)

". . . I have had the privilege to go fishing with Charlie a number of times . . . Every trip has been a pleasure and we’ve been fortunate that on every trip we have been able to bring fish back home.

"Charlie is one of the finest guides that I have had the opportunity to fish with. His boat and equipment are top-notch and he works very hard to make sure that everyone in the boat has a great experience. If you are looking for a great experience with great guide and the possibility of catching some great fish, Sound Sport Fishing is the one you want to choose. It will be a trip that you will enjoy thoroughly!"