Dana Pt blues, 11-26-12 - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

Amish Ed · 11-26-2012, 01:14 PM

2 Weeks ago I went on a charter out of Dana Wharf and got skunked, but wasn't too surprised (water temp dropped 7º overnight). Went out today with Keith (Highwayman) and pounded the pipe and jetty for about 3hrs total for 3 measly bites.

Launched at 6:45 and stopped by the bait barge, but we couldn't wake the guy up. So Keith went without and we headed for the pipe. Water temp ranged from 62-63º. It was kinda cold out and there was lots of clouds. I was looking forward to no wind as the flag I check on the way to the harbor had been hanging limp. Came around the jetty to a brisk south wind. Strike one.

Got out to the pipe and started working it in about 50'. Fished all my standard colors from 3" Flurrys to the 5.5" Big Hammer. Just couldn't find anything willing to bite. When the wind died off a bit I realized that the current was uphill. Strike two.

Water was super clear and blue out on the pipe. Strike three. Finally got sick of the pipe around 9:30 and headed for the outer jetty. Water was too green and dirty. We tried anyways, but nothing happened. at 10:20 I realized I could be much more productive at and we headed in.

It was nice to meet and fish with Keith and we'll try to fish again before he moves on (he's on a road trip). He was going to grab some bait and head back out. Hopefully he found something willing to bite the live stuff. Super motivated to fish Mission or SD bay next monday.

jaws197 · 11-26-2012, 02:35 PM

That sucks about the strikeout Ed! If you don't mind some company let me know about next Monday as I am off and would like to join?

sanjuancapokayak · 11-26-2012, 05:34 PM

I had a tough time waking the bait guy as well last week at about 5:45am. Sign says, OPEN 24-7. Guess we caught him at 25-8.

Hope he's awake tomorrow morning. I'd still like to fish with you as well, this week I saw your post, but couldn't go on Mon. (today). I'll let you know if I catch anything tomorrow, gonna fish for halibut tomorrow- so I'm hoping for some live dines in the tank.
Whit-

dc1983 · 11-26-2012, 06:58 PM

I was out Sunday, stayed in the harbor for a kelp bass and my PB calico at 5 lbs all caught on live bait.

DanaPT · 11-26-2012, 07:14 PM

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Originally Posted by sanjuancapokayak

I had a tough time waking the bait guy as well last week at about 5:45am. Sign says, OPEN 24-7. Guess we caught him at 25-8.

Hope he's awake tomorrow morning. I'd still like to fish with you as well, this week I saw your post, but couldn't go on Mon. (today). I'll let you know if I catch anything tomorrow, gonna fish for halibut tomorrow- so I'm hoping for some live dines in the tank.
Whit-

If you have a radio you can call them and they'll wake up.

Otherwise with that generator running. . . You'll have to exit the yak and knock on the door if you want to be quick about it. Give em a few extra bucks. They'll typically look over your breaking the rules.

blitzburgh · 11-26-2012, 07:37 PM

At least you were on the water

Amish Ed · 11-26-2012, 09:04 PM

Yep, I was on the water and had good company too. Next week will be determined by gas money, but I should be able to swing it. I'll try to post up on Friday.

5lb calico in the harbor? That's awesome.

11-26-2012, 01:14 PM	#1
Amish Ed Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Grants Pass, OR Posts: 1,906	Dana Pt blues, 11-26-12 2 Weeks ago I went on a charter out of Dana Wharf and got skunked, but wasn't too surprised (water temp dropped 7º overnight). Went out today with Keith (Highwayman) and pounded the pipe and jetty for about 3hrs total for 3 measly bites. Launched at 6:45 and stopped by the bait barge, but we couldn't wake the guy up. So Keith went without and we headed for the pipe. Water temp ranged from 62-63º. It was kinda cold out and there was lots of clouds. I was looking forward to no wind as the flag I check on the way to the harbor had been hanging limp. Came around the jetty to a brisk south wind. Strike one. Got out to the pipe and started working it in about 50'. Fished all my standard colors from 3" Flurrys to the 5.5" Big Hammer. Just couldn't find anything willing to bite. When the wind died off a bit I realized that the current was uphill. Strike two. Water was super clear and blue out on the pipe. Strike three. Finally got sick of the pipe around 9:30 and headed for the outer jetty. Water was too green and dirty. We tried anyways, but nothing happened. at 10:20 I realized I could be much more productive at and we headed in. It was nice to meet and fish with Keith and we'll try to fish again before he moves on (he's on a road trip). He was going to grab some bait and head back out. Hopefully he found something willing to bite the live stuff. Super motivated to fish Mission or SD bay next monday. __________________ Amish Ed You can't catch it again if it's dead!

11-26-2012, 05:34 PM	#3
sanjuancapokayak Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: San Juan Capistrano Posts: 69	Thanks for the Report I had a tough time waking the bait guy as well last week at about 5:45am. Sign says, OPEN 24-7. Guess we caught him at 25-8. Hope he's awake tomorrow morning. I'd still like to fish with you as well, this week I saw your post, but couldn't go on Mon. (today). I'll let you know if I catch anything tomorrow, gonna fish for halibut tomorrow- so I'm hoping for some live dines in the tank. Whit-

11-26-2012, 07:37 PM	#6
blitzburgh Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Menifee Posts: 2,509	At least you were on the water __________________ ”The beauty of the Second Amendment is that it will not be needed until they try to take it.” ~Thomas Jefferson.........maybe

11-26-2012, 09:04 PM	#7
Amish Ed Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Grants Pass, OR Posts: 1,906	Yep, I was on the water and had good company too. Next week will be determined by gas money, but I should be able to swing it. I'll try to post up on Friday. 5lb calico in the harbor? That's awesome. __________________ Amish Ed You can't catch it again if it's dead!

11-26-2012, 02:35 PM	#2
jaws197 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Poway, CA Posts: 148	That sucks about the strikeout Ed! If you don't mind some company let me know about next Monday as I am off and would like to join?

11-26-2012, 06:58 PM	#4
dc1983 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Laguna Hills, Ca Posts: 309	I was out Sunday, stayed in the harbor for a kelp bass and my PB calico at 5 lbs all caught on live bait.