"hello I'm new here."

that's what I say to everybody at work also, even though I've been there 10 years!
Anyway, I just wanted to give everybody in the Portland area a shout, since I bought a boat and have been fishing in it quite a bit. I've been fishing for sturgeon, as you can see from my avatar, but am looking forward to slaying some salmon this spring. I have a Native Ultimate, which is something it seems like no one else has around here. I would love to get in on some of the group fishing events I have read about here. New to kayaking, I have gotten some good info already about anchor systems and salmon trolling, so thanks a bunch.

Welcome to the site! Post up the next time you're heading out and I'm sure there will be a couple of guys that are happy to meet up. See you on the water soon!

Welcome! I also have (had) a Native Ultimate 14.5. I liked it a lot but wanted a SOT for rougher water conditions and hands free paddling so bought a Hobie Outback. I will say the seat in the Ultimate was much more comfortable!

I am always looking for someone to go out with - let me know if your planning a trip and we could meet up. I am game for just about anything.

Kevin

you may be new, but it won't be long before somebody else is newer. Welcome to NWKA!

Welcome to the site, and nice first post.