Tacoma Salmon Charters

In 1982, I became disenchanted with the direction of the International company that I was employed by, and had experienced 14 years of good times and several management promotions. While I needed a change I left without a solid plan as to my career choices, which included about 10 different paths. Fishing seemed to offer the most interesting of opportunities.

I decided to devote one year to the new business, win loose or draw. Luckily I found a Salmon charter License that was in short supply, as none had been issued by the State since 1970. I studied for and passed the Coast Guard Exam for my Masters License in order operate a vessel  for hire. Obtaining the documents were required prior to obtaining Liability Insurance, business License, and Commercial Moorage.

Long story short, 28 years later I am still having the best time of my life, and feel privileged to be doing something that many others only dream of doing.

So, thanks to all of my supporter, family, friends, clients, and suppliers of critical services that keep me in business.

–Captain Jerry Skeen, 100 Ton Licence to master

Recently, I had  been curious about the Bundled package from Qwest and called to obtain some details of the Core Connect program. I have been a Qwest Business customer for the last 28 years and have been pleased with Qwest services, so as I reviewed my phone usage and costs, I was immediately interested in the increased capability which included  land line long distance, internet connection, web site with  sitebuilder tools to design my own site, email connection, and coaching to help me get started.

I had previously used directory advertising and web hosting from a company that has “dropped the ball” on service, so I went looking and Qwest appears to offer a complete package for me at an extremely low cost compared to the other service. Everyone that I have dealt with has been helpful and patient with my learning process, and has nudged me in the right choices for my business. I am glad I made the call to Qwest.

We are currently developing my social media connections to complement my new web site . I’m getting these services in return for blogging about my experience in the program. Please visit my site and feel free to comment. Amanda is my coach and mentor on this phase of my new marketing program, and has been very helpful and instructive to the beginner that I am. With her help I expect to become much more capable in social media marketing.

Hello!

I’m Captain Jerry, and I’ve been doing salmon charters since 1983! I’ve spent my entire career serving the Tacoma area.

Dave Peterson on a salmon fishing trip

Stay tuned for more updates about our future charters!

-Captain Jerry