looking for some one to show me the ropes in the kelp!

[Kaleb]

Just got my yak and itching to go out. Just don't want to be silly and go out solo and inexperienced. I'm free Friday and Saturday!

[Dannowar]

Going out solo and inexperienced is half the fun!!!

Meet new people. Network. Spend time in the water. Check past threads when people will be heading out, make friends, offer beer. You've stumbled in a great resource. May many toads be in your future!

[ful-rac]

Congratulations on your new kayak!


Taking your first fishing trip out of la jolla is probably not a good idea. I would reccomend you get some experience on flat water before you venture out into open water.

We've seen guys quit right away...you might want to find out if kayak fishing is for you before you put yourself in a precarious position.

[Dannowar]

Originally Posted by ful-rac

Congratulations on your new kayak!


Taking your first fishing trip out of la jolla is probably not a good idea. I would reccomend you get some experience on flat water before you venture out into open water.

We've seen guys quit right away...you might want to find out if kayak fishing is for you before you put yourself in a precarious position.

While I agree, I remember heading out to la jolla with minimum knowledge and never being in a kayak before. If the sense if adventure is there, I say go for it.

[devilslock]

Huntington harbor is a good place to practice i recommend fishing there just don't go pass the PCH bridge.

[momo fish]

Of course, I mean no one ever dies cause they had a sense of adventure having tried something risky for the first time solo.

Great advice as always!

Originally Posted by Dannowar

While I agree, I remember heading out to la jolla with minimum knowledge and never being in a kayak before. If the sense if adventure is there, I say go for it.

[Dannowar]

Originally Posted by momo fish

Of course, I mean no one ever dies cause they had a sense of adventure having tried something risky for the first time solo.

Great advice as always!

Oh god it's always some boo hoo comment with you. Kayak fishing is no more dangerous than half the shit you do everyday. Why don't you show him the ropes then momo.... Instead of crying about every word that comes out of my mouth.

[Kaleb]

I did get a chance to take it out on mission bay today, practiced tipping over, getting back in, staying in a straight line, accessing my shit. That was the hardest part, the wakes never threw me off just the awkward places I had to reach to to access some stuff.

[Dannowar]

Originally Posted by Kaleb

I did get a chance to take it out on mission bay today, practiced tipping over, getting back in, staying in a straight line, accessing my shit. That was the hardest part, the wakes never threw me off just the awkward places I had to reach to to access some stuff.

Dude shoot me a PM. I'll show you the ropes

[Disp0sablehero]

Originally Posted by Kaleb

I did get a chance to take it out on mission bay today, practiced tipping over, getting back in, staying in a straight line, accessing my shit. That was the hardest part, the wakes never threw me off just the awkward places I had to reach to to access some stuff.

From this post sounds like you've got a good head on your shoulders and good judgment, if you still only plan sticking to short trips to the kelp, I say go for it. You've practiced for the sticky situations, you get the gist of it, so why not. This coming from a fellow noob, it's not too bad going out alone just mind your personal capabilities don't be too cocky and just have fun. You've got a better chance of getting advice by meeting someone on the water anyway. Just my opinion guys no need to argue over others entitlements this is supposed to be fun.... I think?

[addicted2sp33d]

Hey Kaleb,

We're planning to launch out of La Jolla Saturday Morning at 6:00A. Bring some solid snacks and some water to stay hydrated. Also, be prepared to have fun and put up with all kinds of ridiculousness.

Saturday, October 18th 6:00A - 6:30A. Be There.


We're planning to stay on the water until

1. we run out of daylight
   
   or
   
   
2. we load up on limits of Yellowtail, Rockfish, White Seabass, lobsters and Bonito

whichever happens first.


PM me and I'll get you my cell number... or you can PM me your cell number and I'll call you tonight. I promise I don't bite unless you look like this:

[ful-rac]

Originally Posted by Kaleb

I did get a chance to take it out on mission bay today, practiced tipping over, getting back in, staying in a straight line, accessing my shit. That was the hardest part, the wakes never threw me off just the awkward places I had to reach to to access some stuff.

At least your starting off right. Sounds like there is no stopping you from going out of La Jolla on your first trip. No doubt it'll be a lot of fun...if you make it out safe and make it back safe. Hopefully you can keep up with the more experienced guys that take you out.

Yellowtail, seabass, rockfish and lobster...?

Boy...your gonna have some fun!

[otterpupster]

If ur in the Long Beach area I can show you the Palos Verde area with scattered areas of Kelp beds.

[monstahfish]

Kaleb, Check your PMs. I've only been on the west coast for a year, but I have a lot of experience in the salt from the east coast and I'm in the market for a few new fishing buddies and do a lot of different kinds of trips and tactics.

[Kaleb]

Replied to ya! Looks like first light la Jolla is a go?!

[Hunters Pa]

Originally Posted by Kaleb

Just got my yak and itching to go out. Just don't want to be silly and go out solo and inexperienced. I'm free Friday and Saturday!

Would help to post where you are located. I take it from a later comment that you are in the San Diego area, but we have people on these boards up and down the coast, and elsewhere