Another newbie question- Winter fishing?

So haven't got the kayak yet (been looking for sales/debating which model etc) but was wondering if I get it now- whats to fish for in the winter?  Salmon in abundance now but come Nov, Dec, Jan- any options or does the 'yak get put away?

I can't speak for Tacoma, but here in Portland steelhead and sturgeon are my two main winter targets.  Both fisheries however require a bit of advanced anchoring skills.  Other than that, local lakes are often stocked with trout either in late fall and they provide something to chase.

Brian

   There is a year round catch and release fishery for sea-run cutthroat trout in the south sound. They are beautiful fish and great fun on a fly rod or light spin gear. There are also resident coho that never leave the sound that should help keep you entertained.  Although neither of these are large fish, I love fishing for them in winter. Empty beaches, quiet coves and back bays and fish feeding near the surface are a beautiful sight. Exactly the opposite of the mayhem that's happening now............Chris

Also plenty of resident chinook "blackmouth" to be caught during the winter.

Z

The ocean (at least in Oregon) can be awesome in the winter.  You just have to be flexible with your schedule and be ready to hit it when there is a good weather window. 

Thanks for the replies. Coho, sturgeon, steelhead, blackmouth, cut-throat trout- excellent! I see there lots to do. I've been meaning to get 'yakking but with all the pinks around, well.....I'll get around to it after a few more