Can you fish both halibut and bass tournament? Or just one?

You can fish one or the other.

PLEASE CLARIFY:

1. Where on Santa Clara is the launch point, weigh-in and barbecue going to be set up? Near OEX on the north end, or near the larger parking lot on the south end?

2. East side facing the bay or in the coves on the west side?

I would rather plan for this now than fumbling around or guessing at 3am on Saturday morning.

Thanks!

most people launch from the beach on the NE side near the ball field parking in the lot near OEX BBQ is right next to OEX

https://www.sandiego.gov/sites/defau...160802302a.pdf

This link shows what/where they closed last year.

Looks like there was at least one lane open on W Mission Bay Drive and Seaworld Dr at all times.

Mission blvd at San Rafael place was closed between 0700-0800. They may have let people through as breaks in the runners allowed.

Below was copied and pasted form the linked site:
Onramp to Ingraham/W. Mission Bay Drive will be closed from 6:35 – 7:20 a.m. To access Ingraham, cars will be directed to continue on Sea World Drive and make a U-Turn at Nimitz.

Again, for whatever reason I havn't been able to find anything published yet about what is actually closed or open yet for this year's event. Do your own due diligence and plan accordingly is all I can currently suggest.

For a safe bet I would plant to take Grand to Mission Blvd to Santa Clara Place.

https://www.google.com/maps/dir/In-N...4!2d32.7851903

Jorge and Coca Cola have come through again! Thank you !

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This might be a dumb question but I just want to be prepared
On the rules list it states no propulsion system “human power only”
Mirage drive are ok right🤦X♂️

They just emailed me back with a clarification, they said Sea World drive West bound will be closed but the east bound lane will be open. For mission bay drive, one lane will be closes but SDPD will be there is a solution for both directions to be drivable.

Weigh in boats
 

Noob here and I may have missed it but where will the weigh in boats be? Moving? anchored? What is the deal for that?

yes.

2 weigh boats will move through their designated areas.

Captains meeting at 6:45 before shotgun start at 7 for the bass division.

The wife and I are both paid for the halibut division but not 100% in yet.

Thought I read somewhere that you don't need to be present for the raffle, is that correct? If make it we might have to get back home early.

If you purchase tickets at the tourney you will need to be there when your number is called. We had requests to offer online sales for people unable to attend. These numbers are cataloged.

If I can help as a volunteer on site in any capacity, please feel free to call upon me for any reason. I used to be a Boy Scout so I'm good at all kinds of event chores.

"Hey YOU!" is all it takes.

I'll be the moist guy wearing lipstick, probably relaxing with a fine, deliciously fragrant cigar after a thoroughly rewarding morning of kayak fishing.


PS - I love the thrill of buying raffle tickets to help support kindred spirits

Name tags might be helpful so we can introduce ourselves in real life to friends we know here by their BWE posting names.

Mr. NiceGuy

aka Stan Schutze
aka Click Hamilton
aka Harry Nippls
aka JJPopJoy
etc.

:p

Where do we declare we are fishing for halibut.......
 

And can halibut fishermen launch early or is it a 7pm start for everybody.

Just signed up brand new to Ca. First Saltwater and Ca event for me. Hoping to meet a few folks.

Bring on the berm.......
 

B...h...:D

You might want to move this to the proper forum and while you’re at it what the hell is that thing?

I will be posting a early sign up for halibut division tomorrow in the general forum. You can launch as early as 4 AM for halibut only. Shotgun start 7am for bass with sign in at the front door of OEX and a 6:45 Captain's meeting under the palms athe the NE corner of the ball field, by the beach.

Over 100 players. Your gonna need another weigh boat!:eek: or lots of patience.

Can you clarify the weigh in on the bass division?

-say I have legal fish 14" and over in my livewell. Do I need to find a weigh boat no later than 1pm and/or is another option to bring them (alive) to the launch where another weigh station is?

-Please confirm the weigh boats are going to be roaming around inside the bay or are they designated in one spot.

Thank you for all you guys do setting this up!

Usually by the end of the fishing day, at least 1 of the weigh boats will be back near the launch. Typically from what I understand you just have to be in line by 1pm for your fish to qualify.

First place in the bass division is getting a custom carved pendant, trophy stein and this sweet Seigler Reel!

http://www.bigwatersedge.com/bwegall...0/IMG_2725.jpg

http://www.bigwatersedge.com/bwegall...0/IMG_2724.jpg

Made in the USA, our WORD is our guarantee.

Real reels, OLD SCHOOL ethics. Remember when a mans WORD
was his BOND. We need moore companies setting these OLD
SCHOOL standards. Tight Lines amigos, hope to sea you all at the Classic.

Does the one rod apply when trying to make bait.
 

Or can you use two rods to catch bait, in the halibut devision.

All signed up and can't wait..
 

For those you haven't attended this event or for those still debating on attending, this event is one of the funnest and most rewarding events in our local kayak fishing community and helps fundraise for HOW

Andy, Mike and all the volunteers do an absolutely incredible job with this event!

You'll see 100+ kayaks on the water, can ask questions, learn new techniques, see familiar faces and meet new friends, amazing food and a great raffle... this event is one of the best....

Who knows you may even win two kayaks... crazier things have happened.

Cheers and see everyone on the water tomorrow!
:paddleersmilie:

Do we need weigh in bags?

127 sign ups so far!


I signed up but will be working. Good luck all!

High noon friday.......
 

Don't forget your drift sock or anchor.....:D

Mitchel, multiple rods no problem.

guys tell stories of catching 30+ bass and none big enough to weigh. 14 " minimum make it tricky!

directions plz
 

where the heck is santa clara point?

129 entries...........not too shabby:D

yellowtail tacos, quesadillas, chips and salsa and my wife went home early today to do some baking :D

lunch starts around noon

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The day is finally here!!!
Just a quick early morning shout out to all!!!
Good luck today and thank you for your support!
See you soon.

Have a great day out there!!!
 

Unfortunately work got in the way of this fun outing. Go get em!! :reeling:

I caught 27 fish
2 halibuts 16 & 18 inches
1 calico 13"
24 spotties all under 12"
I must have been fishing the nurseries

Yep, lot's or shorts around and willing to play. I had 7 shorts and lost one at color. Only fished 2 areas that didn't have biters. One was an area with moss on the bottom (never had luck in that type of bottom) and another area that was devoid of any vegetation. Steve and I were only out for about 2hrs, but we had fun.