The Crew

How long have you been fishing?

“My Entire Life!”

Coolest catch?

“There was one trip when I was 21 years old and we went around the south tip of the south jetty in heavy fog. To our surprise we started bailing several large kings.” 

Most memorable trip?

“My most memorable trip happened last season. We were fishing south off Seaside OR when we encountered a rip offshore in 66 fathoms. We slid into the rip and hooked up on nearly every rod. All beautiful Coho. It was awesome!

Favorite hobby other than fishing?

"In this business you have to love 4 things; Fishing, Operating Awesome Boats, Entertaining Customers, and above all else enjoy maintaining boats in tip top shape."

How long have you been fishing?

“College student with 2 years experience serving as a deckhand aboard Sea Breeze Charters boats. Absolutely loves the business and helping anglers bring in big fish!

A lifetime career at Boeing combined with a passion for boating and fishing has led to Dwight's involvement as our Ship's Engineer. Marine Electronics -NEMA Networks - Mechanical - Electronical Panels - Cabinetry - and Misc. USCG Requirements all fall within Dwight's level of expertise resulting in one of the best maintained charter boats in the fleet!

At age 30 Tyler is our youngest skipper in our office but has a substantial amount of sea time under his belt. During the offseason Tyle is the skipper of a high producing Dungeness Crab boat where he has earned a reputation as a very safe operator. Tyler is a highly skilled fisherman who specializes in Deep Water Bottom Trips, Halibut and Tuna. And during Salmon season never under estimate his skills at fishing the fish when others come up empty!

No doubt about it... Brian is without question one of the most experienced members of the Sea Breeze Charters Team. Brian is the former owner of the 43' & 50' Delta Marine Sport Charter Vessel "Sea Angel" out of Westport WA. Past President of the Westport Charter Association and 24+ years charter fishing for Salmon, Tuna, Bottom & Halibut.

Dillon joins our team by way of Alabama where he was born and raised with Southern Hospitality as the cornerstone of his personality! Dillon is starting his second season aboard the Sea Breeze as crew and has fully developed into a valued member of our team. You will enjoy fishign with Dillon as your deckhand!

How long have you been fishing?

I have followed my passion for fishing my entire life! For 15 years I owned and operated my own Floating Fishing Lodge out of Sitka AK and enjoyed catching trophy size Ling Cod, Halibut, and King Salmon.

I absolutely love operating charter boats and embrace the idea of showing my guests onboard the absolute best experience possible while fishing at sea..

My involvement with fisheries was centered mostly in Alaska where I joined my dad's floating lodge and worked as a deckhand fishing for Salmon, Halibut, and Bottom Fish. What a great adventure it was and one that I truly enjoyed being a part of for many years. Today I join my dad again, this time as deckhand aboard the Legacy where we fish out of the Mouth of the Mighty Columbia River fishing for Salmon, Tuna, Halibut, and Bottom Fish. Happy to be a member of the Sea Breeze Team!

Chris is a super great guy! Soft spoken, friendly, and one heck of a fisherman. And why not... He is a 3rd generation charter boat captain from one of the most successful families in Ilwaco! Chris maintains his boat in impeccable condition and can always be found “On The Fish”  Let’s keep Chris busy this summer with several new customers!

Aaron is a USCG 50 Ton Licensed Master with a lifetime of experience fishing the Columbia River and Offshore for Salmon, Bottom, Halibut, and Albacore Tuna. Aaron will specialize in Chinook Salmon and Bottom Fishing Trips. Aaron is not only accomplished at fishing but is a excellent shipwright, mechanic, and is enjoying life with his young family.

These two ladies have been the driving force at the helm of Sea Breeze Charters for the past 5 seasons. Both have graduated now from College and or Nursing School and have moved onto their new chosen professions. Sea Breeze customers were always greeted with big smile's, friendly manner, and fresh hot coffee upon a visit to our office. All of us at Sea Breeze truly miss the two of you!

Tim operated the Sea Quest and Dolphin (Both 6 Passengers Boats) out of Sea Breeze Charters for 17 years and was without question one of the the best if not the best Salmon Fisherman to ever fish out of Ilwaco. Boy do we miss having Tim in our office!

Without question one of the best deckhands to ever work on a charter boat at Sea Breeze Charters! Rachel invested 2 years working on the back deck of the Salty Dog while attending college. Rachel recently graduated and is now well on her way to a rewarding career in Statistical Analytics working in Seattle.

James invested 6 years working on the back deck of the Salty Dog while attending Ilwaco High School and the University of Washington. Absolutely one of the best ever to work as crew aboard one of our Sea Breeze Charter Boats!

John invested 6 years working as crew aboard the Four Sea'sons and Sea Breeze while attending Ilwaco High School and Washington State University. John has since moved on to a career working as an RN and we wish him all the best in the road ahead!

Without question... JP is one of the most respected charter boat skippers in Ilwaco. Always willing to help out anyone who needs a helping hand. Excellent customer, fishing, and mechanical skills making him a triple threat for any boat owner who has him at the helm of his/her boat. JP is retiring at the end of the 2024 fishing season but don't be surprised if he comes back to fill in when needed!