Orcas - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

Maxfli123 · 12-06-2014, 10:36 PM

With orcas now cruzing through my turf(spotted last month in oceanside) just want to know what you guys think about an encounter with a pod of them on the yak...I would be definitely need a new pair of shorts if I ran into them, but my real question is what should you do if you happened to encounter them while pedaling/paddling out to the Zone. My first thought was just play it cool and see what happens keeping my vhf close by to call for help if needed or should call for help right away? Never experienced an orca pod...hoping someone can chime in with first hand experience or knowledge of orca that could lend some good advice. I think sharks are now the least of my worry...

octico · 12-06-2014, 10:42 PM

I think you are alright as long as you don't work at Sea World

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Killer_...acks_on_humans

easyday · 12-06-2014, 11:29 PM

I don't think there has ever been an attack on a human by an orca in the wild. Correct me if I'm wrong.

Jimmyz123 · 12-07-2014, 10:35 AM

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Originally Posted by easyday

I don't think there has ever been an attack on a human by an orca in the wild. Correct me if I'm wrong.

You are correct.

YakDout · 12-07-2014, 06:53 AM

If sharks are the least of your worry, maybe you should read this

http://www.bigwatersedge.com/bwevb/s...ht=Great+white

That was not the only shark attack that week in that area. They believe it was the same shark in multiple attacks that week.

The guy in that story has major cajones and has already been back out fishing since the incident. But it is so uncommon that I would not worry about sharks nor orcas, nor anything for that matter. There is nothing you can do to prepare yourself for something like this except for maybe the radio. The ocean is vast, and there are dangers, but is that going to stop you from fishing?

addicted2sp33d · 12-07-2014, 07:46 AM

Personally, I would be concerned with either one around me. Both have their dangers.

Sharks are more instinctual killers that might attack because they think I'm a meal.
However, Orcas are far more-intelligent animals and will sometimes just mess with you for fun. They won't think you're food, but Orcas are known to kill whales/sharks for fun.

Orcas get waaay bigger than most sharks in the neighborhood, and when you see one, you know there are more around.

I go by "Land Rules". Just like people on land, most are nice and friendly, but if you run into a 25-foot 10-ton bully who just wants to mess with you, your day can go bad very quickly and there won't be much that you can do about it.

Either way, I would probably have my VHF in-hand if they were consistently within 50 yards of me... and if I see a pod I would at least broadcast an "FYI", if only to let the Orca fans know there's a pod in the area.

bus kid · 12-07-2014, 08:13 AM

GregAndrew · 12-07-2014, 08:53 AM

I don't think there is anything you can do to prepare for an Orca incident. Short of being prepared for anything, and knowing how to get back on your kayak. While a VHF is always a good idea, it is not likely to help in an Orca attack unless it only sinks your kayak. I am pretty sure that the only recorded incidents have been with captive Orcas too. They are very intelligent animals and are very selective about what they eat. Personally I would love to see them, if only for their shark deterrant effect

easyday · 12-07-2014, 09:03 AM

And start the go pro..

Jimmyz123 · 12-07-2014, 10:37 AM

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Originally Posted by GregAndrew

I don't think there is anything you can do to prepare for an Orca incident. Short of being prepared for anything, and knowing how to get back on your kayak. While a VHF is always a good idea, it is not likely to help in an Orca attack unless it only sinks your kayak. I am pretty sure that the only recorded incidents have been with captive Orcas too. They are very intelligent animals and are very selective about what they eat. Personally I would love to see them, if only for their shark deterrant effect

Like you Greg, I hope I'm able to paddle in or near some Orca some day. I've seen Grey whales 10 feet behind my kayak and diving under me, and 150 pound BSB checking me out on my Kayak, I would love to have an orca swim by.

skrilla · 12-07-2014, 08:47 PM

Having orcas around is about the only time I will accept a sea lion munching on my yellow.

12-06-2014, 10:36 PM	#1
Maxfli123 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Posts: 116	Orcas With orcas now cruzing through my turf(spotted last month in oceanside) just want to know what you guys think about an encounter with a pod of them on the yak...I would be definitely need a new pair of shorts if I ran into them, but my real question is what should you do if you happened to encounter them while pedaling/paddling out to the Zone. My first thought was just play it cool and see what happens keeping my vhf close by to call for help if needed or should call for help right away? Never experienced an orca pod...hoping someone can chime in with first hand experience or knowledge of orca that could lend some good advice. I think sharks are now the least of my worry...

12-06-2014, 10:42 PM	#2
octico Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: The city of Orange Posts: 1,278	I think you are alright as long as you don't work at Sea World http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Killer_...acks_on_humans Last edited by octico; 12-06-2014 at 10:42 PM. Reason: coherence

12-06-2014, 11:29 PM	#3
easyday Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Oceanside Posts: 1,470	I don't think there has ever been an attack on a human by an orca in the wild. Correct me if I'm wrong. __________________

12-07-2014, 08:13 AM	#7
bus kid Team Keine Zugehörigkeit Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Way out there Posts: 2,854	you will be fine.... __________________ Não alimente os trolls------------Don't feed the trolls---------------インタネット荒らしを無視しろ

12-07-2014, 09:03 AM	#9
easyday Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Oceanside Posts: 1,470	And start the go pro.. __________________

12-07-2014, 06:53 AM	#5
YakDout Brandon Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: San Diego Posts: 2,345	If sharks are the least of your worry, maybe you should read this http://www.bigwatersedge.com/bwevb/s...ht=Great+white That was not the only shark attack that week in that area. They believe it was the same shark in multiple attacks that week. The guy in that story has major cajones and has already been back out fishing since the incident. But it is so uncommon that I would not worry about sharks nor orcas, nor anything for that matter. There is nothing you can do to prepare yourself for something like this except for maybe the radio. The ocean is vast, and there are dangers, but is that going to stop you from fishing?

12-07-2014, 07:46 AM	#6
addicted2sp33d Here fishy fishy fishy... Join Date: May 2011 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 774	Personally, I would be concerned with either one around me. Both have their dangers. Sharks are more instinctual killers that might attack because they think I'm a meal. However, Orcas are far more-intelligent animals and will sometimes just mess with you for fun. They won't think you're food, but Orcas are known to kill whales/sharks for fun. Orcas get waaay bigger than most sharks in the neighborhood, and when you see one, you know there are more around. I go by "Land Rules". Just like people on land, most are nice and friendly, but if you run into a 25-foot 10-ton bully who just wants to mess with you, your day can go bad very quickly and there won't be much that you can do about it. Either way, I would probably have my VHF in-hand if they were consistently within 50 yards of me... and if I see a pod I would at least broadcast an "FYI", if only to let the Orca fans know there's a pod in the area.

12-07-2014, 08:53 AM	#8
GregAndrew Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Posts: 2,384	I don't think there is anything you can do to prepare for an Orca incident. Short of being prepared for anything, and knowing how to get back on your kayak. While a VHF is always a good idea, it is not likely to help in an Orca attack unless it only sinks your kayak. I am pretty sure that the only recorded incidents have been with captive Orcas too. They are very intelligent animals and are very selective about what they eat. Personally I would love to see them, if only for their shark deterrant effect

12-07-2014, 08:47 PM	#11
skrilla Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: San Diego Posts: 664	Having orcas around is about the only time I will accept a sea lion munching on my yellow. __________________ Urban Camo Trident 13