6/10: It was a challenging but rewarding morning across San Diego and Mission Bays. Harbor Island gave up two lizardfish, one carrying a parasite, while a single spotted bay bass came from Mission Bay’s South Jetty. Santa Clara offered a…
7/10: A windy day on San Diego Bay turned into a fun and productive outing. In just three hours, we caught nine fish across five species, including Spotted Bay Bass, Sand Bass, halibut, barracuda, and mackerel. Jigpara jigs and spins…
9/10: San Pablo Bay was buzzing with life this week. Striped bass, sharks, and rays came in steady numbers, with anchovies and herring proving to be the best baits. The bites were consistent throughout the tide changes, keeping us engaged…
Rockfishing off Bodega Bay is always a good time, and today didn’t disappoint. The weather was overcast but steady, with a light wind that kept the water relatively calm. We launched early, hoping to catch the morning bite and get…
Pacifica Pier was buzzing with activity today, with crabbers filling every spot along the rail, all hoping for a good haul of Dungeness crabs. It’s that time of year when everyone flocks to the pier for crabbing, and the energy…
Rockfishing off the coast near Half Moon Bay’s Pillar Point Harbor always promises a mix of adventure and surprise, and today’s trip was no exception. The weather was cooperative—a bit overcast with a light breeze, which kept the water reasonably…
San Diego delivered a typical fall fishing day, with the weather staying comfortably in the low 70s. The wind, however, played a tricky part, coming in at around 10 mph. It wasn’t the calmest day for kayak fishing, so most…
We hit the water at Monterey Bay, and right away, we knew it was going to be a challenge. The temperature was hanging in the low 60s, typical for this time of year, but the wind was the real kicker.…
Dungeness crab season is set to open on November 2, 2024, for recreational fishing across California, but there are some key details to keep in mind this year. While the season is open statewide, there’s a temporary trap restriction in…
Fishing in Half Moon Bay in October can feel like you’re pushing the limits of the season, especially when you’re out there hoping for some halibut. The weather was cool, with highs in the low 60s and just enough wind…
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