HOOK-UP!! Captain Kevin Vasereno has 41 years of experience working on charter fishing boats out of Westport, WA. He began his career in 1967, deckhanding on the WHITE CAP with Captain Don Fidler. Kevin received his Master's License from the United States Coast Guard in 1975 at the age of 19, and began his career as Skipper. His philosophy of charter fishing is evident in his two goals for each fishing trip. The first goal is the most important-to have a great time going fishing! The second goal is to have a fruitful outing, returning with the best catch possible. Kevin has worked diligently throughout the years to ensure that both goals come together on each and every trip. The Gold Rush
Deck full of SalmonThe GOLD RUSH, one of Kevin's passions, is a 43' Delta Marine hull finished by Knapp Boat in Tacoma. Kevin and Karyl Vasereno have owned the GOLD RUSH since 1989. She is an absolutely awesome vessel, extremely well suited for her job of safely, quickly, and productively carrying passengers on the ocean. She is powered by twin non-smoking and earth-friendly John Deere diesels. These quiet and efficient engines give the GOLD RUSH a speedy cruise, allowing for more time fishing and less time traveling. (GOLD RUSH' re-power even made a national magazine!) The GOLD RUSH has state-of-the-art navigation, fish-finding, and communication electronics, as well as an inverter for a large halogen light for safe night travel, and a microwave for your convenience. The cabin is heated, and a new slightly higher stainless railing gives comfort and support while fishing. She is a fabulous fishing machine!
Kevin and the GOLD RUSH do all of the available fisheries of the Washington Coast. Bottomfishing for rockfish and lingcod starts in March, salmon fishing starts when it starts, July 1st this year, and she gets to the albacore and halibut grounds quickly when in season. For details, availability, and to make reservations, call Westport Charters at 1-800-562-0157. Kevin's favorite fishery? All of them!!
Jacob(J.P.)Pratt, a seasoned ocean veteran at 17, is one of the most ambitious deckhands around, always toiling to keep you fishing and smiling, and ensuring perfection for your outing. Kevin and J.P. look forward to welcoming you aboard, and serving you some ocean fun!

Kevin, Karyl, daughters Amy and Betsy, son Colin, deckhand J.P., and black lab Daisy all invite you to come and try some ocean fishing GOLD RUSH style. We hope to see you soon! Give us a try! You'll be happy you did. FISH-ON!! 		The Gold Rush Family
Contact Westport Charters for reservartions.