Not sure if we cruised today?

The whales are out there as you can see spouts from the shore

Yesterday (Saturday) we had trips going out whale watching but around the NOON hour the ocean especially around the channel entrance roughed up so we had to cancel. Today not sure what happened but you could see some spouts off in the distance as you peered out towards the horizon from the shore. They are going by in good numbers heading south.

The weekend forecast and beyond

The Portland Sportsman Show opens next Wednesday, February 8th

The weekend forecast looks marginal at best with a-not-so-good Saturday looming but somewhat better for Sunday. The first of next week looks promising with more swells hitting the coast towards the middle of the week. The ocean weather still does not see spring in its future YET.

Tradewinds Depoe Bay will be in Portland for the start of the Pacific Northwest Sportsman Show which will be held at the Portland Expo Center next Wednesday, February 8th thru Sunday, February 12th. Come by and say Hi and pick-up not only some good information but some terrific discounts for the whale watch season. Hope to see you there.

The broken record continues along the same course with our forecast

It has been some winter. The forecast for this week up to Friday looks like wind, rain and a decent swell in the area. None of the days between now and Friday looks like anything is probably going to be happening as far as fishing or whale watching. We will get back with you later in the week when we can see what the weekend is shaping up to look like. Between now and then it looks like winter is holding itself together pretty well.

Sounds like Saturday is a go with Sunday looking nasty again

Well there appears to be a one day window for some fishing and whale watching for tomorrow (Saturday) but then another system approaches the coast on Sunday which will rough things up again thru about mid next week. So if you are interested get on the phone and give us a call or make your reservation over the Tradewinds website reservation system.

Well it didn't take long

After reading of a weekend where the ocean was going to be moderating it disappeared just as fast overnight with oceans swells in the 10-foot height for the weekend. That is in some cases a do-able thing but don't bet the ranch on it. We will keep you informed if that goes back down but right now consider it marginal at best.

Moderation in ocean weather as of right now scheduled for this weekend

If your looking for that fishing trip or whale watching adventure you might look at this weekend as the forecast so far shows quite a bit of ocean weather moderation coming our way this weekend. If it holds it should be nice weather for ocean activities. Come down and take in your favorite ocean activity with the very best, Tradewinds Depoe Bay.

Spring is coming...Hopefully soon

Not much going to happen this upcoming work week with more of the same nasty weather we have been experiencing now for the better part of two plus months. Keep in touch as we wil let you know when things improve. Possibility of some ocean weather moderation maybe by next weekend. Spring is coming......

The weather is bad at the coast right now...

...and the weekend looks not any better at all

Any of you folks who seem to have been waiting to go fishing or whale watching for it seems like a lightyear now will be waiting a bit longer. The weekend weather looks like swell heights over 20 foot straight thru the extended forecast period. You have heard this before but it will get better. Tradewinds will let you know better then anyone when that happens. Stay tuned....

No whale watching today as a nice ocean turned nasty

The weather forecast we have been relying on for the past three days thru Saturday blew up on us a little earlier the expected. We had a nice crop of Tradewinds faithful wanting to go see whales which are indeed out there waiting for the Tradewinds boats to show up. By the time the cruise was scheduled to depart the swell came up and the winds were blowing 25-30 knots. No fun in those conditions. So we will try again when things get better and we will try to get you the best forecast we can. Ocean weather in the winter months does not always cooperate with us.

Your twice a week ocean report is here

(weekend version)

Well today looks OK but it seems to suggest it might deteriorate sometime this afternoon but hopeful as we are things will hold together to get out whale watching in the afternoon. We do have a boat or two out this morning fishing on fairly nice conditions so far this morning. The fish are biting from the last report that was given to me so things are looking good.

Things are not looking so nice from later this afternoon clear thru the end of the latest forecast period at least thru next Wednesday. Looks like cold temperatures and nasty ocean conditions with even some snow overnight this evening. Brrrrr....

So hang loose out there for the next update coming your way next Wednesday which will include what next weekend might look like. Daily reports will start back up again March 1st.

Sounds decent thru Saturday with swell increase by Sunday

Sounds pretty good for ocean conditions beginning Thursday thru Saturday and then some more weather coming into the area roughing up the ocean for Sunday. That gives you three days to see those whales and catch those fish. Give the best whale watch fleet and fishing fleet on the coast a call today. You can also reserve over the Tradewinds reservation system off the homepage of our website.

Sounds like the ocean weather is getting better come Wednesday

After close to a month of bad ocean weather it looks like we will finally be getting a break from it beginning tomorrow at least thru the end of the week. Might be a good time to schedule a fishing trip or some whale watching.

Tradewinds loses a giant in it's family

Max Haight passed away Saturday

The Tradewinds family has lost one of its giants in the charter boat industry with the passing of Max Haight yesterday. Max was the owner of the charter vessel Mr. Max and has been a legend in the fishing industry out of Depoe Bay and Tradewinds Charters for over 40 years. Max and his wife June came to Depoe Bay over 40 years back and owned the famous Chowder Bowl restaurant in downtown Depoe Bay before getting into the charter fishing industry in the early 1970's. It was always a family business with his son Brad who has in the past 10+ years or so taken over the actual running of the boat. Max one of he nicest and most respected members in the Oregon Coast charter fishing industry always had a nice word to say to everyone and was mostly characterized for the respect he had for everyone. The Tradewinds family sends it's condolences to his wife June and the rest of the Haight family.

Your mid-week weather report for the upcoming weekend

...and it does not look promising

The ocean weather does not sound good thru the weekend with what was looking like some moderation possibly for Sunday a few days ago but that has deteriorated with another stormy period hitting the area on Monday of next week. When will it all end? A good question for which I certainly do not have a good answer for you.

Some client made a honest comment that things looked good for the beginning of next week because it was suppose to be sunny. Remember we have wonderful sunny days down here but the ocean remains a mess. Sunny weather does not mean good ocean conditions. I will get back with you during the weekend in case we see some moderation for next week.

I know this sounds like a recording....

...but this week also does not sound very good at all

The weather thru at least Friday sounds like the weather the past three weeks....really bad. We will keep you informed when things begin to clear up (Spring maybe?) but until then just keep watching the Oregon Coasts #1 Charter Website. We do appreciate the huge number of folks that have been calling, sending inquiries and making reservations over the phone as well as website REZ's over the holidays. It is disappointing but we can't control the weather. Keep in touch with Tradewinds Depoe Bay for the best Oregon coast weather reports, fishing charters and whale watch excursions.

Happy New Year again

Ocean forecast bad thru the weekend and thru the better part of next week

Hope that your New Year celebration tonight goes a whole lot better then the "complete bust" we had for the holiday ocean activities due to persistent bad ocean conditions. Things don't look any better into the 1st week post holiday period with heavy swells forecasted thru the period. When it gets better we and only Tradewinds Depoe Bay will let you know.

Happy New Year to all of you Tradewinds faithful

Sorry about the weekend and New Years ocean weather forecast

All of the skippers and employees at Tradewinds Depoe Bay would like to wish all of you a very happy and prosperous New Year. We hope that means we will be seeing you, all of your relatives and friends and all of the new customers we expect to come our way this upcoming 2012 fishing and whale watch season.

We wish we had a better ocean forecast for you for the holiday weekend but it sounds terrible at best. The best day is Sunday and even that has a moderate swell and the winds predicted are forecasted to be moderate to heavy. It just sounds like a weekend to stay home and watch football games. We will let you know when things begin to moderate.

Merry Christmas from Tradewinds Depoe Bay

Sorry about the ocean weather forecast

Tradewinds would like to take this opportunity to wish you all a very Merry Christmas and the hope for a safe and prosperous New Year. We are also sorry for this ocean forecast thru at least next Wednesday with heavy ocean swells in the forecast. If that holds we will not be doing any fishing or cruising until it subsides. Keep in touch here and we will let you know when the future forecast shows some improvement.

1st look a the weekend forecast

The ocean weather outlook looks to be on the nasty side with rain at times with a growing swell up around the fifteen foot mark for the weekend. There is always the possibility of moderation but this time of year this type of ocean forecasts are commonplace. Hopefully after Christmas as we get towards New Years things will moderate for some good fishing days and whale watching.

Unsettled weather week coming up

Some real tough weather days coming towards us this upcoming week with some marginal days mixed in with them. Sounds like the next week is going to be day-to-day so keep in touch with the office if you have fishing or cruise plans with us thru at least Friday.

Weekend Whale Watching weather outlook

It looks a little om the "iffy side" for the weekend upcoming. Saturday is the best day looking forward with only a moderate swell but after that the swell grows and might be a period where we stay away from ocean activities. All of this can change so stay in touch with the office if you have plans to be with us this weekend and hope for a better forecast as we get a bit closer.

Sure had a ton of folks out whale watching Saturday

Nice day to cruise and with the whales beginning to show up there were lots of Tradewinds faithfuls jamming the cruise boats to get out there and see them. Watch the weather as this is the time of year that the southerly migration begins to happen. It is great to see these pods of whales in the migration pass by.

Work week weather for next week looking good

The ocean weather forecast for this next week is looking good thru at least Friday. We will get back with you as the weekend gets closer to give yo the weekend update. Make sure you bring that warm jacket as winter time cruising at times can be a bit on the chilly side.

Migratory whales announcing there arrival to Depoe Bay

It is a little bit early traditionally but the migratory flow of whales heading south past Depoe Bay appears to be beginning. Normally it is around the 15th to 20th of December but today there were a number of sightings. Lets just say it early, "the migration past Depoe Bay has begun". When the ocean is nice we will be making trips on weekdays when we have enough folks to go, weekends and all during the holidays. First trips of the day normally begin around the NOON hour. One and two hour trips are available.

Don't forget about those holiday Tradewinds Charters gift cards

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Weekend weather outlook and beyond

Things look good beginning tomorrow all the way thru next Tuesday. No matter if its fishing or whale watching you would like to do we can help ya all out. Give the office a call or reserve over the Tradewinds website reservation system. Remember the office during the winter is only open limited hours so if no one is there leave a message on the phone and we will get back to you ASAP.

Whale watch trips scheduled for this weekend both Saturday & Sunday

Interested in a whale watch trip on a decent ocean? Try this weekend as the ocean weather report for several days now has held up and we are planning trips on both days starting around the NOON hour. War a warm coat and come down and cruise with the very best on the entire Oregon Coast.

Saturday looks like a nice weekend whale watch day as of right now

There is some interest off of the the phones and the weather looks pretty good right now for Saturday so if interested give us a call. If I hear of any whale reports in the area I will pass them on to you during the week. Nice days in the winter can be few and far between so take advantage.

Ocean weather looking better (but just a little)

Not sure exactly what days do look better in the next 5-6 days but there is some moderation showing on the forecasts. Call the office and leave a message for more details. Hopefully things will begin to get better for the upcoming holidays.

Just a weather update for you die-hards

Nothing really to report. Worst weather of the season so far as we are experiencing storm warnings three out of the last five days. Winds steady around 35 knots and gusting a whole lot higher then that along with that steady rain. Looks like this type of stuff with us at least thru the middle of next week.

Another long bad weather week in front of us

Winer must be here not by date of year but by appearance. After a one day break from the elements on Sunday with a decent ocean day things have returned to winter normal. Looks like a real nasty ocean weather week in front of us. Hopefully by the Christmas Holidays where the whale migration begins in ernest things will improve some. We shall see and we will let you know on the best fishing and whale watch site with up to the minute news.

Sunday just might be the day

You folks out there looking for a whale watch cruise things are looking up for a one day window that being Sunday. Tomorrow (Saturday) looks not-so-good but Sunday does look much better with a new series of stormy weather hitting the coast beginning early next week.

Whale watching not a good bet because of weather thru the weekend

Gale warnings, lots of wind, rain & heavy seas are the weather reports thru this weekend. Sounds like a nasty forecast and we will let you know when the ocean begins to moderate.

Looks like not a good weekend or into next week for what watch cruises

It looked pretty good in the middle of the week for this weekend and then things changed abruptly as they do this time of year. Sounds like wet, windy with rough seas in the forecast. We will most certainly let you know when things start to improve.

We still continue from shore to see a few whales out there

The weather for Saturday looks pretty good

Even though we are typically out of whales this time of year until around mid-December we still see them from time to time from the shoreline. So as long as the weather for Saturday continues to look good you might think about coming down and taking a trip out with us. We will keep you informed on the ocean weather as the week slips by.

> Weather forecast not the best

We are open this winter on nice days

Holiday gift certificates on sale NOW

The ocean weather forecast all the way thru the middle of next week does not sound all that promising. Ocean weather sounds wet, windy at times with a rather large swell most days. Certainly sounds like our whale watch activities will not be taking place for the next 4-5 days at least.

Our office will be open this winter on nice days but we will be operating on limited office hours so if you stop by or call the office either try again or leave us a message. We will get back to you as we check phone messages daily. A good way if you need an answer quickly is leave us a message on this website inquiry link as it will be answered promptly.

Remember a great way to celebrate this coming holiday season is by giving one of our gift certificates for whale watch and or fishing trips. A great holiday gift for anyone on your gift list this season.

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Looking kinda messy for a while

THe first extended messy looking ocean weather is here and appears it might be here for a while. We will keep you up-to-date. Stay tuned as winter might be peaking its head around the corner and heading our way.

Whale watching gets a day off today

The ocean considering what a dreary day it is is pretty nice but it is a very wet day with some more not so nice ocean weather approaching the area this next week. We will keep you up to date.

No whale watch cruises today

Just after the fishing boats came in and just before the whale watch boats were scheduled to go out the swell grew as well as the waves on the bar entrance to Depoe Bay so we cancelled all of the cruises for the day.

No whales located today

Had one cruise out today but we were not able to locate any whales. Kind of a windy day out there and looking for spouts was not at all an easy venture which added to the difficulty. Somehow we know they are still there as they have been the past few days but today was not a good day to try to find them. The weekend is forecasted to be better.

There were whales out there...

...just not sure we saw them

The fishing boats saw whales about 30-35 fathoms offshore on there trips and it was reported to the cruise ships but not sure when they were out there what they saw? It was a beautiful ocean for cruising so lets just hope the folks onboard saw the whales as there was a nice bunch of them moving south.

Whales a little on the scarce side this afternoon

About half way thru the trip we did have today the information was that the whales were not cooperating today. It is getting closer to that time when they leave the area for the Southern grounds down off the Baja area and we will be picking up that migrations as it gets in full run around the start of the Christmas holidays. We are hoping that there are still some around as it was pretty good this weekend from the info provided to me.

Whales still in the area

The whales are still here and there are multiple ones still feeding in the area. Historically sometime in the first part of November they should begin to leave the Depoe Bay area for the southern waters and then more going south around the Christmas holidays. The weather is holding so it is still a great time for viewing the feeding Gray whales.

Good weather thru the weekend

Sounds like we will have good cruise weather thru the weekend and with multiple whales in the area the past week it should be good whale watching if you were planning to come down and see us.

Whales North & Whales South

Good weather thru this upcoming weekend

The whales are still here and they are in all directions that we go to view them. Great weather is forecasted all the way thru this next weekend so far so it is a great time to come down with beautiful coast weather to see the whales. Tradewinds Depoe Bay the very best in getting you to the whales and providing the best camera shots for you to take.

No whale watch activity today

The ocean close to the bar crossing was a just a little to messy so we decided to for-go any whale watch trips for the day. Tomorrow is suppose to be much better.

Whales just a little on the north side of the city today

We did have a couple of whales for the folks on board today to view and they were out about three-quarters of a mile and just a little bit north of the city and the harbor. They put on a nice show and the Tradewinds folks had a great time.

Three Gray whales South and Humpback whales North

Which direction to go? If you want to see Gray whales you just go South a quarter mile or so but if you have a faster cruise boat then you go North about four miles and you can see Humpback whales swimming. As we come to the end of this whale watch season it sure is good right now. The weather is real nice and so are the performing whales.