Surf Fishin and fish tale thread

[momoese]

Hey Tony you didn't eat that Spotted Bay Bass did you? I've heard they are not very good eating.

Looks like at least your leader is original Stren right?

[sunfish]

Hey Tony you didn't eat that Spotted Bay Bass did you? I've heard they are not very good eating.

Looks like at least your leader is original Stren right?

No I let it go.The line is Bass Pro Shop's brand,I have enough to last a long time.It's pretty good stuff.

I love it when people make videos of themselves with an protected fish

san diego bay fishing (black sea bass)part 2 - YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kWmM3n7K7zI)

[sunfish]

Got 20 spools of BPS mono. it's as good if not better than any I've used.

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=47465&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=47465&ppuser=2868)

[momoese]

Hey kid, nice black sea you have there, here your 1 million dollar ticket. Enjoy the fish! :ha:

No I let it go.The line is Bass Pro Shop's brand,I have enough to last a long time.It's pretty good stuff.

I love it when people make videos of themselves with an protected fish

san diego bay fishing (black sea bass)part 2 - YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kWmM3n7K7zI)

[sunfish]

Fishing with Stones - YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZdD4xVKw5bI)

[momoese]

Fishing with Stones - YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZdD4xVKw5bI)

I've seen it, funny video, but I can't imagine the toxins in those fish.

[bananimal]

I'll be fishin the bay until I catch a corvina which may take awhile.Tried my topwater lures,walking the dog.No luck with fish but a Snowy Egret,seagulls and terns wouldn't leave it alone. I had to change lures because they keep dive boming the topwater and I didn't want to have to unhook a seagull.

I had to unhook a pelican once. Casted a terror eyes out from the Ft Pierce jetty and it never hit the water. So I start reeling in and felt resistance. Looked up and a big fat pelican had tried to snatch it while airborn. He was hooked and landed back in the water so I had to walk 100 ft back to the beach. Slowly reeled him in to the surf. Took 20 mins. Got another guy to grab his wings and beak while I got the hook out of his belly. He was lucky - hook was only skin deep. Released him to get in trouble with someone elses lure.

[sunfish]

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=47470&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=47470&ppuser=2868)

[momoese]

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=47470&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=47470&ppuser=2868)

Were you on the water? Any feeshy pics?

[sunfish]

Were you on the water? Any feeshy pics?

Fishing from shore.Didn't catch anything not even a bite.It's pretty hard to catch much from shore .

[momoese]

Those short fins are out there somewhere!

Maybe some surf fishing is in your future. FYI, I think your halibut spot at Scripps is closed now.

You'll get em soon enough.

[Dalmatiansoap]

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=47470&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=47470&ppuser=2868)

nice

[sunfish]

nice

It's pretty but it needs some fish swimming around .

[Dalmatiansoap]

Yup, its hard to find fish in Harbors. To poluted IMO.

[sunfish]

Yup, its hard to find fish in Harbors. To poluted IMO.

Without fish in it may as well be a swimming pool as far as I'm concerned.

[sunfish]

Those short fins are out there somewhere!

Maybe some surf fishing is in your future. FYI, I think your halibut spot at Scripps is closed now.

You'll get em soon enough.

Looking at the map doesn't help I guess I'll need GPS to go fishing.

[momoese]

Looking at the map doesn't help I guess I'll need GPS to go fishing.

I'm pretty sure the DFG has a smart phone app for the mlpa's.

[Dalmatiansoap]

I'm pretty sure the DFG has a smart phone app for the mlpa's.

https://market.android.com/search?q=fishing&c=apps
:nanadrink:

[momoese]

I'm pretty sure the DFG has a smart phone app for the mlpa's.

Edit: this mobile link is what I was thinking about.

In addition, a mobile phone-friendly MPA website can be viewed on any smart phone at California Marine Protected Areas (http://www.dfg.ca.gov/m/MPA).

[sunfish]

I'm pretty sure the DFG has a smart phone app for the mlpa's.

http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=dfg%20has%20a%20smart%20phone%20app%20&source=web&cd=1&ved=0CEkQFjAA&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.bdoutdoors.com%2Fforums%2Finshore-islands-fishing-reports-southern-california%2F382552-dfg-app-mlpas.html&ei=UTYDT-qpJuWTiQLX3OGNDQ&usg=AFQjCNHFV6WmOntPO7ILvzGPcauW3fHzww&cad=rja

http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=dfg%20has%20a%20smart%20phone%20app%20&source=web&cd=4&ved=0CGAQFjAD&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dfg.ca.gov%2Fm%2Fmpa%2FMap&ei=UTYDT-qpJuWTiQLX3OGNDQ&usg=AFQjCNGrWjvhubD78G4oONw-JTTPshfLqA&cad=rja

[momoese]

Just to be clear it's not an app, just a mobile friendly version of the site with an interactive map.

Have you tried it yet Tony?

[momoese]

Not a fan of the Bing map. F'ing thing won't slide properly. Edit: it doesn't slide, you have to enable the pan buttons.

[sunfish]

Just to be clear it's not an app, just a mobile friendly version of the site with an interactive map.

Have you tried it yet Tony?

I don't have a smart phone and don't want one

[momoese]

The Gardens of the Queen - 60 Minutes - CBS News (http://www.cbsnews.com/video/watch/?id=7392092n)

[momoese]

Yeah Scripps is toast.

[momoese]

First Hybrid Shark Found : Discovery News (http://news.discovery.com/animals/hybrid-shark-australia-climate-change-120103.html)

[sunfish]

Yeah Scripps is toast.

Some parts you can take fin fish. I wish they would show the pier on the map so I can tell whats what

[sunfish]

This is nice ?

This page does not include information about the new network of South Coast MPAs in effect as of January 1, 2012. Information about these MPAs will be available on this page on or shortly after January 3.

[momoese]

You can see the pier in this map.
MLPA UPDATES maps latest sport fishing Califiornia (http://www.wonews.com/Blog.aspx?id=910&AuthorID=0&t=MLPA-MAP-UPDATES-WONs-exclusive-maps)

San Diego-Scripps Coastal SMCA southern boundary (above) (you can take fin bait in the blue)

[sunfish]

SMRC Doesn't this mean fin fish may be taken ?

[momoese]

The rules vary by area, not type. On the DFG site it doesn't even say anything about Scripps.

Look, the box is empty.
California Department of Fish & Game, Marine Life Protection Act, Existing Marine Protected Areas in California: Regulations (http://www.dfg.ca.gov/mlpa/mpa_regs.asp)

[momoese]

SPECIES PROHIBITED For Recreational Take

Under that column it says nothing. Does this mean there are no prohibited species?

[sunfish]

The rules vary by area, not type. On the DFG site it doesn't even say anything about Scripps.

Look, the box is empty.
California Department of Fish & Game, Marine Life Protection Act, Existing Marine Protected Areas in California: Regulations (http://www.dfg.ca.gov/mlpa/mpa_regs.asp)

The boundary was about 200yards south of the pier . I'm not sure if it was moved or not. Both areas were already reserves put they may have moved the red zone north 200yards. The halibut hole is in the blue but the bsp and corvina areas are in the red.I think surfers had something to do with this sh$$

[momoese]

Permitted/Prohibited Uses: Take of all living marine resources is prohibited except the recreational take of coastal pelagic species, except market squid, by hook-and-line only, and take pursuant to operation and maintenance of artificial structures inside the conservation area per any required federal, state and local permits, or as otherwise authorized by the department.

Coastal pelagic species, as defined for purposes of MPA regulations, include the following: northern anchovy (Engraulis mordax), Pacific sardine (Sardinops sagax), Pacific mackerel (Scomber japonicus), jack mackerel (Trachurus symmetricus) and market squid (Loligo opalescens).

California Department of Fish & Game, Marine Life Protection Act, South Coast Marine Protected Areas (http://www.dfg.ca.gov/mlpa/scmpas_list.asp#finfish)

[sunfish]

So I can fish for anchovies for my pizza ?

[momoese]

I think so, just don't "by catch" any halibuts.

[sunfish]

I think so, just don't "by catch" any halibuts.

What lb. test is good for anchovy ?:goteam:

[momoese]

What lb. test is good for anchovy ?:goteam:

Very fine thread should do the trick. Actually I think they only allow dip netting. It's very confusing.

[sunfish]

http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=fishing%20la%20jolla&source=newssearch&cd=2&ved=0CDEQqQIwAQ&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.latimes.com%2Fnews%2Flocal%2Fla-me-fishing-ban-20111231%2C0%2C4136717.story&ctbm=nws&ei=imcDT4GeGaetiQL0loDKDg&usg=AFQjCNFoA97wLd4-pUKxdRQGt_RyG1kC7A&cad=rja

[sunfish]

http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=fishing%20la%20jolla&source=newssearch&cd=4&ved=0CDkQqQIwAw&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.signonsandiego.com%2Fnews%2F2011%2Fdec%2F15 %2Fkayak-angler-lands-giant-yellowtail-la-jolla%2F&ctbm=nws&ei=imcDT4GeGaetiQL0loDKDg&usg=AFQjCNHXrNZE0xyn6GiIoNsCe9b1qdKWHQ&cad=rja

[momoese]

http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=fishing%20la%20jolla&source=newssearch&cd=2&ved=0CDEQqQIwAQ&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.latimes.com%2Fnews%2Flocal%2Fla-me-fishing-ban-20111231%2C0%2C4136717.story&ctbm=nws&ei=imcDT4GeGaetiQL0loDKDg&usg=AFQjCNFoA97wLd4-pUKxdRQGt_RyG1kC7A&cad=rja

Yeah I read that the other day. The comment section is interesting, quite a bit of drama there. I'd say there is a good chance for some misunderstandings and possible violence on and off the water in and around the areas due to these people who think they are the gate keepers.

Oh wow, just went to grab one of the comments and they are all gone, or am I just not seeing them?

[momoese]

WTF? All the comments are gone. Wow it must have gotten even more heated after I read them.

[momoese]

Got an email from the author, even he doesn't know what happened.

[sunfish]

I don't think keepers should be trying to enforce anything, they don't have any common sense and there will be problems

[momoese]

Squeaky wheel gets the grease, comments are back up! You might have to clear your cache to bring up the site with the comments though.

[sunfish]

http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=volunteers%20to%20help%20patrol%20new%20marine%20sanctuaries&source=web&cd=7&ved=0CF4QFjAG&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pierfishing.com%2Fmsgboard%2Fviewtopic.php% 3Fp%3D123011%26sid%3D13564ebfc94e23708d2186386b91a882&ei=LHwDT9_vK-TMiQKDndmvDg&usg=AFQjCNEDJDQH9DtSvwZG2Ue0GuIMgAIq7Q&cad=rja

[momoese]

http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=volunteers%20to%20help%20patrol%20new%20marine%20sanctuaries&source=web&cd=7&ved=0CF4QFjAG&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.pierfishing.com%2Fmsgboard%2Fviewtopic.php% 3Fp%3D123011%26sid%3D13564ebfc94e23708d2186386b91a882&ei=LHwDT9_vK-TMiQKDndmvDg&usg=AFQjCNEDJDQH9DtSvwZG2Ue0GuIMgAIq7Q&cad=rja

Yep more drama. If these watchers, keepers, vigilantes, whatever you call them get up into some of these fisherman's business it could get ugly.

As you see the lines are not clear, there is no app that beeps to tell you when you've crossed a line, and some areas are different than others making it tough for fishermen and the watchers.

I don't have any issue with them doing what they feel is right, but they better be careful! I've read some posts that are very inflammatory and even threatening. :lurk:

[sunfish]

Yep more drama. If these watchers, keepers, vigilantes, whatever you call them get up into some of these fisherman's business it could get ugly.

As you see the lines are not clear, there is no app that beeps to tell you when you've crossed a line, and some areas are different than others making it tough for fishermen and the watchers.

I don't have any issue with them doing what they feel is right, but they better be careful! I've read some posts that are very inflammatory and even threatening. :lurk:

I have no problem with them calling the DFG. but that's all they should do

[sunfish]

When I was in Florida a Heron would follow me when I went fishing. He would stand about 6' behind me and when I pulled a fish up on the dock he speared it and flew off. Ever time I went fishing there he was behind me waiting to steal a fish.

http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=great%20blue%20heron%20stealing%20fish&source=web&cd=14&ved=0CDAQFjADOAo&url=http%3A%2F%2Factiverain.com%2Fblogsview%2F1003391%2Fgreat-blue-heron-steals-mullet&ei=lakDT77TF-S0iQKk8-3PDg&usg=AFQjCNG-1cHJr1bsZXKGGjspLi-e1qdOXQ&cad=rja

[sunfish]

Jeremy Wade I think this guy lays it on a little thick at times. I guess he has to exaggerate to make it interesting ?

[momoese]

When I was in Florida a Heron would follow me when I went fishing. He would stand about 6' behind me and when I pulled a fish up on the dock he speared it and flew off. Ever time I went fishing there he was behind me waiting to steal a fish.

http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=great%20blue%20heron%20stealing%20fish&source=web&cd=14&ved=0CDAQFjADOAo&url=http%3A%2F%2Factiverain.com%2Fblogsview%2F1003391%2Fgreat-blue-heron-steals-mullet&ei=lakDT77TF-S0iQKk8-3PDg&usg=AFQjCNG-1cHJr1bsZXKGGjspLi-e1qdOXQ&cad=rja

I posted this already but...:ha:
Funniest video EVER - YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DoPWWm9lyj0)

[momoese]

Jeremy Wade I think this guy lays it on a little thick at times. I guess he has to exaggerate to make it interesting ?

His producer is probably feeding him lines to spice things up for ratings.

[sunfish]

I posted this already but...:ha:
Funniest video EVER - YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DoPWWm9lyj0)

Where are the gate keepers when we need them

[momoese]

Kayak Fishing For Mako Shark - YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_nW1vg1mbJs)

[momoese]

:03:

Fishing under ice - YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VIs00QjiJZQ&feature=youtu.be)

[Dalmatiansoap]

Typical dalmatian fishing fleet
http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww305/dalmatiansoap/IMAG3841.jpg
http://i730.photobucket.com/albums/ww305/dalmatiansoap/IMAG3840.jpg
:nanadrink:

[momoese]

Sweet rolled out tire bumper! :ha:

[sunfish]

Now showing Animal Planet River Monsters

[momoese]

BBC News - Japan tuna is world's most expensive edible fish (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-16424192)

[venturabananas]

BBC News - Japan tuna is world's most expensive edible fish (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-16424192)

$736,000 for one fish, wow! The old record for most expensive fish was about $400,000 -- for another bluefin tuna. I always mention that figure when giving lectures about what fisheries and market economics can put fish at risk. As fish get rarer, the price goes up (supply and demand). So there is a pretty strong incentive to catch every last fish. Wouldn't you for a single fish worth nearly a million dollars?!

[momoese]

Well hopefully this will help satiate those hungry people. Those surveyed could not tell the difference between farmed and wild caught. Only a few serious sushi eaters could tell them apart, and even they were ok with eating it.

Breeding the Overfished Bluefin Tuna | LiveScience (http://www.livescience.com/4862-breeding-overfished-bluefin-tuna.html)

[momoese]

Wouldn't you for a single fish worth nearly a million dollars?!

Yes

[venturabananas]

Well hopefully this will help satiate those hungry people. Those surveyed could not tell the difference between farmed and wild caught. Only a few serious sushi eaters could tell them apart, and even they were ok with eating it.

Breeding the Overfished Bluefin Tuna | LiveScience (http://www.livescience.com/4862-breeding-overfished-bluefin-tuna.html)

Unfortunately, I can't see farming saving bluefin. It may help a little. Even without it, if there were proper management, this could be a sustainable, lucrative fishery. This is a classic case of the fisheries scientists making good recommendations and the regulators ignoring them because of politics and greed. This isn't rocket science -- when you kill more fish per year than the population produces, that's not a sustainable fishery!

In general, farming of carnivorous fishes, like bluefin, is an inefficient proposition. You have to either catch or grow other animals to feed them. It would be like farming tigers rather than cows. Farming of fish that feed low on the food chain (herbivores and omnivores) makes sense in terms of maximizing animal protein production, farming carnivorous fish does not.

I love to eat carnivorous fishes -- from well managed, wild fisheries.

[momoese]

According to Tommy Gomez @ Catalina Offshore Products our local Bluefin fishery is doing good. Do you agree?

[venturabananas]

According to Tommy Gomez @ Catalina Offshore Products our local Bluefin fishery is doing good. Do you agree?

Yes, that's the current assessment.

Thunnus orientalis (Pacific Bluefin Tuna) (http://www.iucnredlist.org/apps/redlist/details/170341/0)

In contrast to Atlantic Bluefin, which is endangered.

Keep in mind our local bluefin fishery is for fish that migrate across the entire North Pacific to Japan. So it's not just what happens off our coast that is important: it's what happens to this species across the entire Pacific Ocean as it migrates annually. The good news about that record $700K fish is that it was one of these Pacific Bluefin, not an Atlantic one.

[sunfish]

http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=bluefin%20tuna%20in%20ensanada&source=web&cd=3&ved=0CDcQFjAC&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.baja-web.com%2Fpunta-banda%2Ftuna.html&ei=JgYGT_XHFIqdiQLf2ZmBDA&usg=AFQjCNEk6hYiNmACJlekAHGbS0Actbmttg&cad=rja

[Dalmatiansoap]

Marituna (http://www.marituna.hr/index.php)
:nanadrink:

[fishoifc]

We had some great striped bass fishin today no monsters but plenty of 25 to 30 pounders,biggest about 35. gettin crazy because in the same fishing area there are big bluefin tuna. we did not get a tuna bite today but many guys did.
down the coast in florida I had a friend catch 45 sailfish yesterday.

[momoese]

We had some great striped bass fishin today no monsters but plenty of 25 to 30 pounders,biggest about 35. gettin crazy because in the same fishing area there are big bluefin tuna. we did not get a tuna bite today but many guys did.
down the coast in florida I had a friend catch 45 sailfish yesterday.

45 pound Sailfish or 45 Sailfish?

[bananimal]

Are you surprised about 45 sailfish? How about 958 sails caught and released in a 3 day tournament!

Sailfish]sailfish - Florida Sportsman (http://www.floridasportsman.com/2011/05/16/bonus_060109_special/) Jump To New Records at Palm Beach

And the really amazing thing is almost all fish were caught within 2 to 3 miles of the beach.

[momoese]

Are you surprised about 45 sailfish? How about 958 sails caught and released in a 3 day tournament!

Sailfish]sailfish - Florida Sportsman (http://www.floridasportsman.com/2011/05/16/bonus_060109_special/) Jump To New Records at Palm Beach

Wow, yes I'm surprised!

[momoese]

Hey Mark..

Record bluefin tuna price | SeaMonster (http://theseamonster.net/2012/01/record-price-for-a-bluefin-supply-and-demand-conspire-to-drive-a-species-into-extinction/)

[venturabananas]

Thanks Mitchel. Turns out I know the author of that as well as the expert interviewed. It's a small world.

[momoese]

Too small for the big tunas.

[sunfish]

I wonder if I could raise a bluefin in a swimming pool ?

[momoese]

You have a swimming pool?

[sunfish]

You have a swimming pool?

No pool but at that price for tuna it would be worth building one.

[momoese]

Doughboy :: Made in the USA since 1945 (http://www.doughboy-pools.com/Products/Pools/AutumnBreeze.aspx)

[sunfish]

I was thinking one of these .

Endless Pools Swim Spas, US Master Swimming Sponsor - YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1kGwvmWiQlY)

[momoese]

It would get a good workout, but you'd have to feed it a lot of food!

[sunfish]

http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=gmo%20tuna&source=web&cd=2&ved=0CC0QFjAB&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwwj.9.forumer.com%2Fa%2Fgenetically-modified-supertuna-on-the-way_post13089.html&ei=JH0HT7_PFseyiQK75Jm_CQ&usg=AFQjCNGDSzSu1JR93Oc82NAyHaFZoiH5Cw&cad=rja

[momoese]

Even if that happened they'd still be fished to extinction. Creepy website that place!

[sunfish]

http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=largest%20freshwater%20fish%20ever%20caught&source=web&cd=7&ved=0CEEQFjAG&url=http%3A%2F%2Fstrangeclips.blogspot.com%2F2007%2F07%2Fbiggest-fresh-water-fish-ever-caught.html&ei=ZfgIT969LceViQLuicmsCQ&usg=AFQjCNGZV6BbtJnp-VXmwfw94YWwhKP-Qg&cad=rja

[sunfish]

http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=man%20vs.%20crocodile%20vs.%20giant%20nile%20perch%3A%20an%20a frican%20fishing%20adventure&source=web&cd=1&ved=0CB4QFjAA&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.fieldandstream.com%2Fphotos%2Fgallery%2Ffis hing%2F2009%2F12%2Fman-vs-crocodile-vs-giant-nile-perch-african-fishing-adventure&ei=lfoIT6y2EKWMiALMyoGICQ&usg=AFQjCNHPrYcsUP0e9Idi8dPqrqFCpK3mlg&cad=rja

[sunfish]

CATFISH RECORD IN FIRST NIGHT FISHING 2011 - HD by YURI GRISENDI - YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wCyI667PF_E)

[momoese]

http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=man%20vs.%20crocodile%20vs.%20giant%20nile%20perch%3A%20an%20a frican%20fishing%20adventure&source=web&cd=1&ved=0CB4QFjAA&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.fieldandstream.com%2Fphotos%2Fgallery%2Ffis hing%2F2009%2F12%2Fman-vs-crocodile-vs-giant-nile-perch-african-fishing-adventure&ei=lfoIT6y2EKWMiALMyoGICQ&usg=AFQjCNHPrYcsUP0e9Idi8dPqrqFCpK3mlg&cad=rja

Nice perch!

[sunfish]

http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=millions%20of%20dead%20anchovies%20float%20to%20surface%20in%2 0redondo%20beach&source=web&cd=1&ved=0CB4QFjAA&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnews.blogs.cnn.com%2F2011%2F03%2F08%2Fmillions-of-dead-anchovies-float-to-surface-in-redondo-beach%2F&ei=cwYJT5vkM5TUiAKn5uWzCQ&usg=AFQjCNHOrIyd5IsAP1fLSkDRZoIULZQEIQ&cad=rja

[momoese]

http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=millions%20of%20dead%20anchovies%20float%20to%20surface%20in%2 0redondo%20beach&source=web&cd=1&ved=0CB4QFjAA&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnews.blogs.cnn.com%2F2011%2F03%2F08%2Fmillions-of-dead-anchovies-float-to-surface-in-redondo-beach%2F&ei=cwYJT5vkM5TUiAKn5uWzCQ&usg=AFQjCNHOrIyd5IsAP1fLSkDRZoIULZQEIQ&cad=rja

Just recently this happened.
Dead herring mystery for Norway as thousands wash up on beach | World news | guardian.co.uk (http://www.guardian.co.uk/world/2012/jan/02/dead-herring-norway-beach-nordreisa?newsfeed=true)

[sunfish]

world's smallest fish - Google Search (http://www.google.com/search?q=world%27s+smallest+fish&hl=en&client=firefox-a&hs=nDk&rls=org.mozilla:en-US:official&prmd=imvns&tbm=isch&tbo=u&source=univ&sa=X&ei=DwkJT5jCHOapiALRzb2YCQ&ved=0CDsQsAQ&biw=911&bih=384)

[sunfish]

http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=blackbirds%20reportedly%20dropped%20dead%20in%20arkansas.&source=web&cd=1&ved=0CCkQFjAA&url=http%3A%2F%2Farticles.cnn.com%2F2012-01-01%2Fus%2Fus_arkansas-bird-deaths_1_blackbird-deaths-dead-birds-fireworks%3F_s%3DPM%3AUS&ei=HgoJT6nQD5PZiALVu9mPCQ&usg=AFQjCNFy8qCQoBEazkwN9aHVYGpBbEJkmw&cad=rja

[sunfish]

SUDDEN mass death FISH DEAD FISH 20 tons washed up in Norway. - YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mSHP_V3b3xk&feature=related)

[momoese]

SUDDEN mass death FISH DEAD FISH 20 tons washed up in Norway. - YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mSHP_V3b3xk&feature=related)

:ha:

[momoese]

http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m161/momoese/shot_1324841153944.jpg

[sunfish]

http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=san%20diego%20tides&source=web&cd=1&ved=0CCQQFjAA&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.hribar.com%2Fsan-diego-tide-chart.html&ei=WSQJT8afHuGaiALt3bCVCQ&usg=AFQjCNEz3NmO0svUbMfpNeQjtsJDQ10VfQ&cad=rja

[momoese]

You going tomorrow?

[sunfish]

You going tomorrow?

Monday morning :woohoonaner:

[momoese]

Where ya going?

[sunfish]

Where ya going?

Mission Bay

[momoese]

What size hook will you use?

[sunfish]

What size hook will you use?

I'll be using a zarro spook with 3/0 stainless treble hooks. 10# stren fluorocarbon,7 1/2 ' pole and 300 series penn spinner. :08:

[momoese]

Stren has a pretty purple color when the sun hits it just right!

[sunfish]

Stren has a pretty purple color when the sun hits it just right!

Purple is nice

[sunfish]

http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=farming%20tilapia&source=web&cd=1&ved=0CEUQFjAA&url=http%3A%2F%2Ftilapiafarmingathome.com%2F&ei=npwJT5m6FOOIiAKOh-maCQ&usg=AFQjCNGifEbFJaZd8IBL2h110Euy176zsg&cad=rja

Breeding Tilapia in Loxahatchee Florida # 1 - YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H_YiVyrpoXA)

[sunfish]

Fish Taco Recipe - YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLCjpm0_TfA&feature=results_main&playnext=1&list=PLF052C7C97E910765)

[sunfish]

I may try this next time I go for catfish

http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=wierd%20fishing%20lures&source=web&cd=1&ved=0CD0QFjAA&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.catfished.com%2Funusual.html&ei=P88MT4qnIo7XiALHp5GQBA&usg=AFQjCNEOET71h_kloI7l-9hf3cKImI2nKg&cad=rja

[sunfish]

I wonder if Bass Pro Shop carries these lures ?

weird fishing lures - YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dxeaVw8Q0EQ)

[sunfish]

123 Castable Umbrella Rig Casting Demo

[sunfish]

Oops did it again

123 Castable Umbrella Rig Casting Demo - YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NSO5ErdqSmU)

[momoese]

I may try this next time I go for catfish

http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=wierd%20fishing%20lures&source=web&cd=1&ved=0CD0QFjAA&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.catfished.com%2Funusual.html&ei=P88MT4qnIo7XiALHp5GQBA&usg=AFQjCNEOET71h_kloI7l-9hf3cKImI2nKg&cad=rja

Which one?

[sunfish]

Which one?

Fishing in Afghanistan-RPG style - YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kg4bcaIXKHU)

[momoese]

Which catfish bait?

[sunfish]

Which catfish bait?

If you get skunked you still have breakfast.

Jimmy Dean Spicy Sausage cooked medium in a microwave

[sunfish]

Animal Planet
snakes in Florida

[sunfish]

This sounds promising.

chicken breast soaked in Mad Dog 20/20 grape wine,

[momoese]

This sounds promising.

chicken breast soaked in Mad Dog 20/20 grape wine,

Promising for who :ha: you or the homeless guy?

[momoese]

:woohoonaner: Look what arrived today. Now I can make some nice fillets and not cut off a finger!

http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m161/momoese/2012-01-10171019.jpg

[sunfish]

:woohoonaner: Look what arrived today. Now I can make some nice fillets and not cut off a finger!

http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m161/momoese/2012-01-10171019.jpg

I have one of those gloves and use to have that same knife.Now I have one of these,have had it for 30 years or more.

http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=the%20traveler%20fillet%20knife&source=web&cd=5&ved=0CHUQFjAE&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.worthpoint.com%2Fworthopedia%2Fchicago-cutlery-the-traveler-fillet-knife&ei=CvYMT9DyMoqSiQL6obiJBA&usg=AFQjCNG6nKQoCthFqdO7bMK21VXkGCIo4Q&cad=rja

pretty good knife

[momoese]

I have one of those gloves and use to have that same knife.Now I have one of these,have had it for 30 years or more.

http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=the%20traveler%20fillet%20knife&source=web&cd=5&ved=0CHUQFjAE&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.worthpoint.com%2Fworthopedia%2Fchicago-cutlery-the-traveler-fillet-knife&ei=CvYMT9DyMoqSiQL6obiJBA&usg=AFQjCNG6nKQoCthFqdO7bMK21VXkGCIo4Q&cad=rja

pretty good knife

Nice!

This is my third Rapala Fillet knife. The others ones were lost or given away.

[sunfish]

Nice!

This is my third Rapala Fillet knife. The others ones were lost or given away.

The rapala is a good knife easy to keep shape being so thin. I lost mine somewhere but I still have the sheath.

[sunfish]

or maybe I broke opening mussel shells

[momoese]

It came with a separate sharpener. I thought it used to be in the sheath?

[sunfish]

It came with a separate sharpener. I thought it used to be in the sheath?

I don't remember a sharpener. I probably bought mine 40 years ago.Did they have sharpeners in those days.:ha::ha:

[momoese]

The ones they sold 35 years ago did. I'm a little bummed but also stoked that i didn't have to buy some made in china nonsense. These are made in Finland and every knife is hand signed!

The Buck brand is now made in China too, bummer because I was going to buy one until I found out.

[sunfish]

The ones they sold 35 years ago did. I'm a little bummed but also stoked that i didn't have to buy some made in china nonsense. These are made in Finland and every knife is hand signed!

The Buck brand is now made in China too, bummer because I was going to buy one until I found out.

And Buck started up right here in San Diego

[venturabananas]

:woohoonaner: Look what arrived today. Now I can make some nice fillets and not cut off a finger!

http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m161/momoese/2012-01-10171019.jpg

The best fillet knife is the one that works for you. When I worked in a fish market, each of us had a set of 4-5 different knives we used depending on the kind of fish were were filleting. Long-thin blades for things like halibut, butchers' knives for swordfish, etc. And don't forget a good heavy cleaver for getting through bones of big fish.

Here's a cheap knife that we used a lot. Cheap enough to ruin on mussel shells and not be worried about it. :ha:

Dexter Russell Sani-Safe Knives - Fillet, 8 in. Narrow BladeQuantity Discounts Available (http://www.memphisnet.net/product/3823/knives_sanisafe)

[sunfish]

The best fillet knife is the one that works for you. When I worked in a fish market, each of us had a set of 4-5 different knives we used depending on the kind of fish were were filleting. Long-thin blades for things like halibut, butchers' knives for swordfish, etc. And don't forget a good heavy cleaver for getting through bones of big fish.

Here's a cheap knife that we used a lot. Cheap enough to ruin on mussel shells and not be worried about it. :ha:

Dexter Russell Sani-Safe Knives - Fillet, 8 in. Narrow BladeQuantity Discounts Available (http://www.memphisnet.net/product/3823/knives_sanisafe)

I hope someday to catch a fish so big I need a cleaver :ha:

[momoese]

I hope someday to catch a fish so big I need a cleaver :ha:

X 2!

Great link for a cheapo knife Mark! I'll have a look at their other stuff too.

[momoese]

Remember these? :ha:

Instant Fisherman Fail on Vimeo (http://vimeo.com/34680483)

<iframe src="http://player.vimeo.com/video/34680483?title=0&amp;byline=0&amp;portrait=0" width="400" height="300" frameborder="0" webkitAllowFullScreen mozallowfullscreen allowFullScreen></iframe><p><a href="http://vimeo.com/34680483">Instant Fisherman Fail</a> from <a href="http://vimeo.com/steveooo">Steveooo</a> on <a href="http://vimeo.com">Vimeo</a>.</p>

[momoese]

300 Pound Marlin Tows Kayak 11 MILES - YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FqVEvNocKTA&feature=fvwrel)

[sunfish]

300 Pound Marlin Tows Kayak 11 MILES - YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FqVEvNocKTA&feature=fvwrel)

That looks like fun :goteam:

[momoese]

Can you imagine two guys hooked up at the same time! So awesome!

[sunfish]

Can you imagine two guys hooked up at the same time! So awesome!

as long as no Great Whites were around :islandsharkbanana:

[momoese]

as long as no Great Whites were around :islandsharkbanana:

Speaking of GW's, I was watching a video about a Hobie peddle powered yaks showing the flippers on the bottom. All I could think was how it might be attractive to GW's and other big predators. I'll try to find the video.

[momoese]

Sometimes tools are a good idea.

Shark Bites Fisherman's Hand - Snotr (http://www.snotr.com/video/4851/Shark_Bites_Fisherman_s_Hand)

[sunfish]

Sometimes tools are a good idea.

Shark Bites Fisherman's Hand - Snotr (http://www.snotr.com/video/4851/Shark_Bites_Fisherman_s_Hand)

Never heard of pliers ?

[sunfish]

Dog Bites Shark - YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K5EyYoIb2ls&feature=fvsr)

[momoese]

Never heard of pliers ?

I guess he thought the wrestling moves would insure his safety. :ha:

[momoese]

:ha:

http://www.amazon.com/gp/mpd/permalink/m1VNMRMYV61SLJ/ref=ent_fb_link

[sunfish]

:ha:

Amazon.com : Fish Eyes Rod and Reel with Underwater Video Camera (http://www.amazon.com/gp/mpd/permalink/m1VNMRMYV61SLJ/ref=ent_fb_link)

Try using that in the surf.

[momoese]

Getting new license manana, heading out Sunday with friends. :woohoonaner:

[sunfish]

Getting new license manana, heading out Sunday with friends. :woohoonaner:

I may go Sunday.

[momoese]

I'll be slinging this new Kroc tomorrow! :)
http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m161/momoese/shot_1326575213630.jpg

[sunfish]

I'll be slinging this new Kroc tomorrow! :)
http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m161/momoese/shot_1326575213630.jpg

Nice you get long cast with that one.

[momoese]

Nice you get long cast with that one.

Especially with 15# Power Pro. Hoping for some off shore wind like we had this morning!

[momoese]

My spot for tomorrow!

http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m161/momoese/DW.jpg

[sunfish]

Especially with 15# Power Pro. Hoping for some off shore wind like we had this morning!

http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=15%23%20power%20pro.&source=web&cd=1&ved=0CCwQFjAA&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.tacklewarehouse.com%2FPower_Pro_Spectra_Bra ided_Line_Moss_Green%2Fdescpage-PPSL.html&ei=vCQST5-jMYKZiQL6xKGgAg&usg=AFQjCNH9in7rx5c3n_xamHsuwvXIowSX3A&cad=rja

[momoese]

http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=15%23%20power%20pro.&source=web&cd=1&ved=0CCwQFjAA&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.tacklewarehouse.com%2FPower_Pro_Spectra_Bra ided_Line_Moss_Green%2Fdescpage-PPSL.html&ei=vCQST5-jMYKZiQL6xKGgAg&usg=AFQjCNH9in7rx5c3n_xamHsuwvXIowSX3A&cad=rja

Yep, that's the one I use. Has the same diameter as 4# mono! This stuff really casts great. Now they have a new slicker and less noisy braid now but my PP is still good so I'm not going to spend the money on it just yet.

[sunfish]

Yep, that's the one I use. Has the same diameter as 4# mono! This stuff really casts great. Now they have a new slicker and less noisy braid now but my PP is still good so I'm not going to spend the money on it just yet.

Isn't the braid abrasive or have they fixed that ?

[momoese]

It is still abrasive so they made better guides for the rods. The older style would get grooves from using it. My Power Pro has gotten much softer with use but still makes noise coming off the spool and going through the guides. The new braid they make is supposed to be quieter and better casting. I forget the name of it, same brand though.

[Dalmatiansoap]

My spot for tomorrow!

http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m161/momoese/DW.jpg

Nice place, do they trim that sand somehow?

[sunfish]

My spot for tomorrow!

http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m161/momoese/DW.jpg

Any luck ? I didn't make it out today going tomorrow.

[momoese]

Had a great time with friends. Fished a new area (the one pictured above) to make it more convenient for everyone and it payed off. My friends scored 14 BSP ranging from dinks to 13" and fat!

I was targeting Halibut but got a Leo and a couple nice BSP. I tried a lot of things today including drop shotting camo crack wich produced my biggest BSP of the day.

Here is the Leo, about 3 feet. All the critters were successfully released.

http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m161/momoese/2012-01-15125453.jpg

[momoese]

Nice place, do they trim that sand somehow?

They have a special sand rake that picks up the trash from the sand. It's towed behind a big tractor. I'll get a photo of it next time.

[sunfish]

Headed to Mission Bay. I won't stop till I catch one of those Corvina. :08:

[sunfish]

Nice day only caught 2 SBB.

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[momoese]

Using a swimmie?

[sunfish]

Using a swimmie?

Yes a swim bait.I think I need a kayak. If I can get out on the water and find some feeding birds I may find the corvina.

(^^^) :p

[momoese]

If lived down that way I'd be here all the time. I see the nice fresh stuff he posts on Facebook all the time. Drives me nuts!

Sustainable Seafood in San Diego - YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vbUBpnsqmsI)

[momoese]

Like this one.

YELLOWTAIL FILLETS SKIN OFF, $6.75 a pound, WAHOO fillets @9.99 a pound. TODAYS SPECIAL,, whos in?

[sunfish]

http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=catalina%20offshore%20products&source=web&cd=9&ved=0CGcQFjAI&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.fda.gov%2FICECI%2FEnforcementActions%2FWarn ingLetters%2Fucm227593.htm&ei=gsUVT53sJ4KMigKq2-T-BA&usg=AFQjCNHMpoRgbY9HhYVG6H_tIPXR4d427g&cad=rja

[momoese]

That was over two years ago. I'm sure if there were any persisting issues they have been shut down or fined.

Btw in watching some of the videos I've see and heard how crazy they are about cleaning everything. Maybe Tommy is kicking some butt over there.

[sunfish]

That was over two years ago. I'm sure if there were any persisting issues they have been shut down or fined.

Btw in watching some of the videos I've see and heard how crazy they are about cleaning everything. Maybe Tommy is kicking some butt over there.

I am sure it's taken care of.

[momoese]

We have Santa Monica Seafood here, been going there for years. They also cater to the local eateries. A little pricey though.

[sunfish]

We have Santa Monica Seafood here, been going there for years. They also cater to the local eateries. A little pricey though.

This is a great place

http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=point%20loma%20seafoods&source=web&cd=1&ved=0CDoQFjAA&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.plsf.com%2F&ei=Y9gVT7n1IuOziQL0372UAQ&usg=AFQjCNGtOBj0CF5V8ZQf2rEOv-d2Bz8qMQ&cad=rja

[momoese]

Great show! The other parts are all on you tube.

Kayak Fishing Game On - Part 1 - - YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6zehEsGg_YI&NR=1&feature=fvwp)

[venturabananas]

If lived down that way I'd be here all the time. I see the nice fresh stuff he posts on Facebook all the time. Drives me nuts!

Sustainable Seafood in San Diego - YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vbUBpnsqmsI)

Looks good. That guy filleting the halibut in the video is seriously good at it. I could get the same yield, but not that quickly!

[bananimal]

Now I know how to clean an octo puss. Will keep one next time I snag one bottom fishing. Great stuff in a marinara sauce.

Can anybody tell me who makes that big curved fillet knife the pro in the video uses? I got to get a decent one.

Almost forgot --- went to Jensen yesterday looking for pompano with Docs Goofy Jigs.. All the regulars, that were still there, were PO'ed at the newspaper fishing column again. They keep saying how great the pomps are doing but only 3 were caught all morning. Me - zip!

Last 2 offshore tourneys caught and released over 900 sails - again. All time Sail fishing records have been broken twice this season. Guys in small boats are catching cobia in 50 ft of water - amazing.

[venturabananas]

Now I know how to clean an octo puss. Will keep one next time I snag one bottom fishing. Great stuff in a marinara sauce.

Can anybody tell me who makes that big curved fillet knife the pro in the video uses? I got to get a decent one.

Victorinox. Dexter-Russel also makes a similar, cheaper one.

[sunfish]

http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=professional%20fillet%20knives%20for%20fish&source=web&cd=4&sqi=2&ved=0CHsQFjAD&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.knife-depot.com%2Ffillet-knives%2F&ei=gEgYT9egGuWoiQLOq-GXCA&usg=AFQjCNGdZlLJI9NbF0J3kKxugw2UfDGzgQ&cad=rja

Fillet Knives | A Fisherman's Favorite Blade | Knife Depot

[sunfish]

sky fishing now playing on National Geographic

[momoese]

Looks good. That guy filleting the halibut in the video is seriously good at it. I could get the same yield, but not that quickly!

Something different about his technique than I've seen before. I was pretty blown away with his speed too!

[momoese]

sky fishing now playing on National Geographic

On it! :bananas_b

[momoese]

Went for a couple hours this morning. Waves are pounding, strong surge, current pulling south, and I forgot my jacket! Nada, zip, zilch. One hook up that I farmed and a few nibbles. Might try again tomorrow for Leopard Sharks seeing how I saw several large ones in the skinny. Nice sunrise if nothing else!

http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m161/momoese/2012-01-22-0654.jpg

[momoese]

Insane Striper fishing in Montauk. I guess NBC sports played the whole episode a few times.
Season on the Edgeâ„¢ (http://www.seasonontheedge.com/)

[venturabananas]

Those Montauk guys are insane. There are some guys who freedive spearfish there for cow striped bass in conditions that are about as unsafe as you can imagine. Currents that are about 4 times as fast as anyone can swim against, standing 6' waves, and practically no visibility. They get huge fish. Make that guy's whopper look like a guppy.

[momoese]

13" BSP caught in the rain a few days ago. Fatty!
http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m161/momoese/P1230119-1.jpg
http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m161/momoese/P1230115-1.jpg

[sunfish]

Hillbilly Hand Fishin Animal Planet Starting Feb.8:0517:

[momoese]

Tumor found on white croaker fish mystifies Cabrillo Marine scientists - Press-Telegram (http://www.presstelegram.com/ci_19850511?source=rv)

[venturabananas]

Tumor found on white croaker fish mystifies Cabrillo Marine scientists - Press-Telegram (http://www.presstelegram.com/ci_19850511?source=rv)

Yes, whatever you do, don't eat white croaker, unless you like being poisoned by DDT and other toxins.

[momoese]

Yes, whatever you do, don't eat white croaker, unless you like being poisoned by DDT and other toxins.

And creepy crawlers in the flesh.

[momoese]

White croakers in area waters often carry high pollutant concentrations because the sediment from an area off White Point in San Pedro to Point Vicente in Rancho Palos Verdes - a U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Superfund site since 1997 - is infused with tons of pesticides. Large-scale DDT contamination took place from the 1950s to 1971, when Montrose Chemical Corp. of Harbor Gateway dumped 110 tons of the pesticide into local storm drains.

Environmental agencies are working with a group of Mont-

rose trustees to examine the best way to clean the area. They are considering capping polluted sediment with clean material.

Over 40 years later they are "examining" ways to deal with it. (We need a face palm emoticon here)

[momoese]

Federal funds for health testing at beaches to be eliminated - latimes.com (http://www.latimes.com/news/local/la-me-0216-beach-testing-20120216,0,7019192.story)

[venturabananas]

Over 40 years later they are "examining" ways to deal with it. (We need a face palm emoticon here)

Well, they've been talking about how to deal with it for decades. The bottom line is there is no perfect solution when you have that much toxic stuff laying around. You don't really want to try to remove it, because that will stir it up and it'll get into more living things. Capping it is better than nothing, but not foolproof. For example, if we have a big earthquake, the cap won't keep it from re-suspending. The basic lesson is that it is way easier to prevent pollution than it is to get rid of it after the fact.

[venturabananas]

Federal funds for health testing at beaches to be eliminated - latimes.com (http://www.latimes.com/news/local/la-me-0216-beach-testing-20120216,0,7019192.story)

If people don't want to pay Federal taxes, they won't get Federal services. It's as simple as that. If one thinks that Free Market Economics will solve environmental problems, they are living in a fantasy world. There has to be economic incentives that don't exist in a free market economy for many environmental issues.

[momoese]

If people don't want to pay Federal taxes, they won't get Federal services. It's as simple as that. If one thinks that Free Market Economics will solve environmental problems, they are living in a fantasy world. There has to be economic incentives that don't exist in a free market economy for many environmental issues.

What people other than multi national corps are not paying federal taxes? I pay mine and I want the water tested.

[venturabananas]

What people other than multi national corps are not paying federal taxes? I pay mine and I want the water tested.

I didn't mean to say people weren't paying, only that paying any more tax seems to be off the table. Despite the fact that our current rates are on average lower than they used to be, and lower than, for example, most European countries. Federal funding for programs like pollution monitoring depends on tax revenue. That's all I meant to say.

[momoese]

Co-Chair of MLPA Initiative Science Advisory Team Arrested : Indybay (http://www.indybay.org/newsitems/2012/02/25/18708182.php)

[barnetmill]

I didn't mean to say people weren't paying, only that paying any more tax seems to be off the table. Despite the fact that our current rates are on average lower than they used to be, and lower than, for example, most European countries. Federal funding for programs like pollution monitoring depends on tax revenue. That's all I meant to say.
It use to be that certain companies paid for superfund cleanups through payments that ended up in the superfund account. But not anymore. But the fact is everybody pollutes our environment and we should pay enough in taxes to at least monitor it.

[venturabananas]

Co-Chair of MLPA Initiative Science Advisory Team Arrested : Indybay (http://www.indybay.org/newsitems/2012/02/25/18708182.php)

Well, I'm glad to see it isn't one of the people I'm friends with who were on the "SAT"!

[momoese]

Yep :03:

Court documents outline alleged embezzlement from Yurok Tribe; former Yurok Tribe forestry director still wanted on $1 million warrant - Times-Standard Online (http://www.times-standard.com/localnews/ci_20043580)

[sunfish]

Yep :03:

Court documents outline alleged embezzlement from Yurok Tribe; former Yurok Tribe forestry director still wanted on $1 million warrant - Times-Standard Online (http://www.times-standard.com/localnews/ci_20043580)

Well they aren't scientist so were still okay. :nanadrink:

[venturabananas]

Well the aren't scientist so were still okay. :nanadrink:

I'm a scientist and I embezzled banana plants from you and Mitchel, in case you were wondering where those plants went! :ha: Just kidding.

[momoese]

Mark have you ever dove at Leo Carrillo? If so ever see any big halibuts there?

Is it dove or dived?

[momoese]

Tony no reports from you lately. No fishing?

[venturabananas]

Mark have you ever dove at Leo Carrillo? If so ever see any big halibuts there?

Is it dove or dived?

Never have because I'm spoiled and go out to the islands, where it is normally clearer. But I have been told there are some good spots there for "butts".

I think in terms of proper English, it is "dived", but most people say "dove". But in writing, you start to wonder if they like birds.

[sunfish]

I heard there are some nice butt's in Malibu. The weather needs to warm up a bit though

[venturabananas]

I heard there are some nice butt's in Malibu. The weather needs to warm up a bit though

So true, so true. I'll be there with my class tomorrow, and we do see the occasional photo shoot at the beach that might involve butts, but it'll be too cold tomorrow!

[venturabananas]

So true, so true. I'll be there with my class tomorrow, and we do see the occasional photo shoot at the beach that might involve butts, but it'll be too cold tomorrow!

No butts, but awfully nice weather in Malibu today. More baby sand crabs than I've ever seen before. Scoop up a handful of sand and you'd get a few dozen. I bet there's a lot of fat and happy fish swimming around after gorging on them.

[momoese]

No butts, but awfully nice weather in Malibu today. More baby sand crabs than I've ever seen before. Scoop up a handful of sand and you'd get a few dozen. I bet there's a lot of fat and happy fish swimming around after gorging on them.

I've heard the SC's are plentiful right now. Last weekend they were mia, go figure.

I'll be out there on Sunday morning tossing hard baits for Halibuts. They seem to be everywhere right now, maybe looking for new born BSP? Grunions are coming soon too.

[sunfish]

Anglers Net Giant Great White Shark - Redondo Beach, CA Patch (http://redondobeach.patch.com/articles/giant-great-white-shark-caught-in-mexico-09dee627)

[sunfish]

First cast one Spotted Bay Bass. 50 more cast nada but I got a bucket of seaweed for my garden. :)

[momoese]

Was skunked today in Santa Monica

[sunfish]

Was skunked today in Santa Monica

At least the waters pretty warm

[momoese]

Yeah I was bare foot in surf trunks. :) Had a few bites on sand crabs but nothing stuck. Next time!

[momoese]

The water is warming, WSB and Yellow Tail have been showing, Beans are back in the surf and Vinas are being caught. Things are shaping up! :)

[sunfish]

The water is warming, WSB and Yellow Tail have been showing, Beans are back in the surf and Vinas are being caught. Things are shaping up! :)

:woohoonaner:

[momoese]

Tommy Gomes shared a photo of a guy in a Yak that landed a really nice WSB down your way last week.

[sunfish]

I may just have to wet a line this weekend

[momoese]

I may try for Beans this weekend. Just read these..

calfishing.com - California Corbina Fishing 101 (http://www.calfishing.com/saltwater/corbina/Introduction.html)

calfishing.com - Catching Colossal Corbina (http://www.calfishing.com/saltwater/corbina_2/Introduction.html)

[sunfish]

It took me awhile but I've learned how to catch them if they are feeding. Use to be a guy at Torrey Pines State beach would get them with bow and arrow.

[momoese]

Jiro Dreams of Sushi - Disappearing Fish - YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jAdfdEe8Zp0)

[sunfish]

No fish but nice morning. :goteam:

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[sunfish]

Caught a couple small Spotted Bay Bass

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[momoese]

Nice little spotties! Lots of ghost shrimp there.

[sunfish]

Nice little spotties! Lots of ghost shrimp there.

Yes I've been pumping Ghost Shrimp in this spot for 35yrs.

[sunfish]

:woohoonaner:


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[sunfish]

:woohoonaner:

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[momoese]

From this morning at Dockwieler State Beach, 13" Yellow Fin Croaker. CPR'd

http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m161/momoese/yfcface.jpg

[sunfish]

Lots of ray's ?

[momoese]

No, none today. No Shovels either. Pretty slow morning and the beach was a mess from all the people using the fire pits last night. Every trash can was over flowing. We caught way more clothing than fish! And I found two pairs of sunglasses. The problem with that particular stretch of beach is the it has two main highways that lead directly from Compton,Watts, Gardena, Lynwood, etc. Inner city knuckleheads that have zero respect for the beach or the ocean. :(

[momoese]

Fished Playa Del Rey for the sunset. 5 Yellow Fin Croaker and one BSP.

http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m161/momoese/2012-08-21193443.jpg

[momoese]

Hit the surf today for some Sunday morning fun. Battled with the pounding waves from this swell and some crazy surge but still managed 8 perch.

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[G.W.]

Sebastian Inlet on the catwalk this weekend.

Saw a shark attack on the news..... time for the shark rig......


I did catch 15lbs of ladyfish.... for compost...... SH3640 bunch here we come !!

[bananimal]

Went down to Jensen Beach today to see what's up. The pompano are back ---- FINALLY!

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=51249&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=51249&ppuser=820)

[sunfish]

Went down to Jensen Beach today to see what's up. The pompano are back ---- FINALLY!

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=51249&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=51249&ppuser=820)

Cute :ha:

[bananimal]

Cute :ha:

Cute and tasty and expensive. New England Seafood market charges $19.95 a pound for fillets. Going back for the magic 2 hours of the outgoing tide again today. Best bait --- Doc's Goofy jig. Best local hot spot -- somewhere in Jensen Beach. :ha:

I use the G3 model. Doc's link --- Home (http://www.docsgoofyjigs.com/Pages/default.aspx)

[sunfish]

Cooking Pompano with Chokoloskee and Everglades City Fishing Guide and Charter Captain Pete Rapps - YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=23Pzthy6W0M)

[Dalmatiansoap]

Lastovo 2010 Gradele - YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=th-91Eo_gEE)
Gradele rules ;)
:nanadrink:

[bananimal]

Tony and Ante --- thanks for the videos. Found a few more for ideas on marinade. Last year used chopped ginger and scallions, fermented black beans, shao hsing wine, pepper, thin soy sauce, sesame oil. Chinese friend says to steam them with this but I did the gas grill. Trick is to marinate for only an hour or so. Otherwise you won't taste the fish.

[sunfish]

Tony and Ante --- thanks for the videos. Found a few more for ideas on marinade. Last year used chopped ginger and scallions, fermented black beans, shao hsing wine, pepper, thin soy sauce, sesame oil. Chinese friend says to steam them with this but I did the gas grill. Trick is to marinate for only an hour or so. Otherwise you won't taste the fish.

Catching any Snook ?

[bananimal]

Catching any Snook ?

Snookless --- so far. Just found a source for live crabs --- chances look better now.

[BigBananaBoy]

The rich delicate flavor of the Pompano, you might try stuffing the Pompano.

Pompano filleted
Small shrimp (Devained :p)
Salt and pepper
Stuffing
Bacon strips (Nueske's bacon is the best)
a few swigs of the Sherry for the cook.
:bananas_b
STUFFING:
2 lbs. cooked shrimp
1 lb. crabmeat (Blue or Chinese Mitten)
1 c. Italian bread crumbs
1/2 c. sherry (Amontillado or Oloroso) or a dry Jerez is good
1/2 bunch Italian parsley
2 eggs
Salt and pepper

Prepare fish with head off and a pocket - salt and pepper, then stuff. At top of pocket, put whole shrimp and bacon slices. Place in covered dish. Bake 30 minutes at 300 degrees.

Stuffing: Mix all ingredients. Put parsley and onion in food processor. Cook slowly. This will stuff about 12 small fish or one large fish. Enjoy!!!!

Big Tony





Went down to Jensen Beach today to see what's up. The pompano are back ---- FINALLY!

http://www.bananas.org/gallery/watermark.php?file=51249&size=1 (http://www.bananas.org/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=51249&ppuser=820)

[momoese]

Went out targeting Lingcod and Sheephead, came home with Lingcod and Starries. Nice day on the ocean with a friend. :) Fish tacos tonight!

http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m161/momoese/Ling.jpg

[bananimal]

This is a big fish!!!

A 1,320-pound blue marlin taken at Ascension Is. among biggest ever (http://www.grindtv.com/outdoor/blog/51100/a+1320-pound+blue+marlin+taken+at+ascension+is+among+biggest+ever/)

[venturabananas]

This is a big fish!!!

A 1,320-pound blue marlin taken at Ascension Is. among biggest ever (http://www.grindtv.com/outdoor/blog/51100/a+1320-pound+blue+marlin+taken+at+ascension+is+among+biggest+ever/)

Pretty good for surf fishing! :ha:

[sunfish]

World’s largest Goldfish | Save Our Green (http://save-our-green.com/allpost/?p=626)

[momoese]

Surf fished Venice/South SAMO this morning looking for Halibut. Landed one big BSP on a Lucky Craft 110 Flash Minnow.

[sunfish]

Surf fished Venice/South SAMO this morning looking for Halibut. Landed one big BSP on a Lucky Craft 110 Flash Minnow.

I sure wish I could find the time to go fishin :(

[momoese]

I sure wish I could find the time to go fishin :(

Wake up at 5am and get out there for a few hours. This was my first session for 2013 due to a broken hand.

[sunfish]

I saw a 350 pounder in person

Gentle Giants: Goliath Grouper | Ocean Life | Ocean Today (http://oceantoday.noaa.gov/gentlegiantsgoliathgrouper/)

[momoese]

DAIKO/ショアジグ/ãƒ*ッã‚*ーショア×絶海ã�®å*¤å³¶å®Ÿé‡£ç·¨ Part-2 - YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HRgiunWY-GQ&feature=youtu.be&t=4m50s)

[cincinnana]

There is always time for one more cast.......

Just sayin!!!

Camera on a 20 second timer with flash.
Thats me....at the pier on the Causeway Bridge at Jensen Beach in Central Florida.


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Pic is a few months old.

[bananimal]

There is always time for one more cast.......

Just sayin!!!

Camera on a 20 second timer with flash.
Thats me....at the pier on the Causeway Bridge at Jensen Beach in Central Florida.


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Pic is a few months old.

AM or PM? You gotta come up to the relief bridge. We got pompano and snook up there.

[cincinnana]

AM or PM? You gotta come up to the relief bridge. We got pompano and snook up there.
Photo was in pm.
This is the relief bridge, but from the opposite side and underneath, looking towards the island from the fishing pier.
The day I was there the local fishermen were pulling snook with live shrimp from underneath the bridge where you see the red navigation lights, while up top (where you fish) the fellas were shoulder to shoulder pulling pompano.
The narrow but deep channel at the center of the bridge is a choke point on the river with swift tides and contains many large fish.

ME....I caught some puffers, croakers and small stingray:ha:
Can' wait to get back.

PS The bridge is a real treat to ride my bike to and from my kids house:p

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[bananimal]

[QUOTE=cincinnana;239609].
The day I was there the local fishermen were pulling snook with live shrimp from underneath the bridge where you see the red navigation lights, while up top (where you fish) the fellas were shoulder to shoulder pulling pompano.
The narrow but deep channel at the center of the bridge is a choke point on the river with swift tides and contains many large fish. QUOTE]

The choke point is the pass for boats to move thru. I fish the Island side, and if you cast just beyond the tip of the fender you can catch 5 to 10 lb black drum. That puts the bait in the deeper channel. One day a buddy of mine had 4 BIG ones laying on the cat walk. With sliding sinker and dead shrimp rig. And now and then a 17 to 20 lb tripletail swimming on the surface. That's day time.

After dark snook hit on gulfstream jigs. I saw one over 42 inches once.

[cincinnana]

My devoted fishing buddies.....
These guys would bunch up next to me like i was not there.....a daily treat.
I know they were there for the fine conversation.......:ha::ha:
Look close...on the third bird there is a hook in its mouth:(

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[bananimal]

One time I was casting a jig from the Ft Pierce jetty into the pocket of the "T". It didn't hit the water when expected and I started reeling. The line went taut and was pointing up to the sky.

One of your "fishing buddies" had made a pass at it and got snagged in the side. So I reeled him in till he landed in the water. Had to open the bail and walk the length of the jetty back to the beach. Slowly reeling the bird to the beach I was determined to get my jig back. Took 10 mins and I hailed a local beach bum to help me out. He folded the wings back and held onto the pelican while I worked the hook out. Luckily for the bird the hook only went thru skin not meat.

We released him so he could become one of your fishing buddies years later. lol

[cincinnana]

These will bite your finger off......
I am not responsible for what the kids eat!!!!!
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[Kat2]

Cool. I just admitted a lot of stupidity and the post got lost. Neat.

Those fish can fill up with water or air, Who knew?

[bananimal]

These will bite your finger off......
I am not responsible for what the kids eat!!!!!
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Fugu sashimi ---- yum yum! I ate these guys only once and will never forget how I tried to time the numbness in my lips and face with how much I could still get down. Puffers weren't called "chicken of the Sea" for nothing! Fantastic flavor!