seal removal in la jolla - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

KennyHill · 07-20-2009, 06:04 PM

You guys may have read this already. But i thought it was pretty interesting incase you havnt.

Judge orders removal of seals from Children's Pool
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Joe11 · 07-20-2009, 06:18 PM

I love it. A 19 year old little girl with close to zero life experience, likely living off of mommy and Daddy's money organized a protest. A future bleeding heart liberal activest that will probably live off of tax dollars paid by the businesses and people that she will be working to place additional restrictions on and eventually drive out of the State.

prowlerdude · 07-20-2009, 06:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Joe11

I love it. A 19 year old little girl with close to zero life experience, likely living off of mommy and Daddy's money organized a protest. A future bleeding heart liberal activest that will probably live off of tax dollars paid by the businesses and people that she will be working to place additional restrictions on and eventually drive out of the State.

Probably has hairy pits too....

paddydigital · 07-20-2009, 07:06 PM

SO DOES THIS MEAN WE ARE CLUB'IN BABY SEALS NOW...HAAAA! CRAZY DAY ON THURSDAY!

KennyHill · 07-20-2009, 07:18 PM

I think i will paddle out just to get a front row seat for the
seal lady VS City of la jolla face off.

dsafety · 07-20-2009, 07:31 PM

For the first time that I can remember, I am thankful for a pig headed judge who does not give a crap about public opinion. Usually they are on the wrong side of most issues. In this case, IMHO, the judge is right. Long live the judge.

I will not hold my breath waiting for a quick and positive outcome however.

The bigger problem is represented by Christine Kehoe's response to a reporter's question. Kehoe said she hopes the legislation, which does not go into effect until Jan. 1, will give the city more ammunition if it appeals Hofmann's decision. “Hopefully, the seals will be allowed to stay,” she said. “After listening to the debate for over 10 years, my feeling is the vast majority of San Diegans would like to see the seals remain there undisturbed.”

The vast majority? Most of those people have never even seen a seal up close, or smelled its poop. They just see the cute pictures and make up their minds based on that.

As of this evening, the Governor, whom I have mostly supported, appears to have caved in to the seal lovers. He signed a law giving the City the right to change the terms of the Scripps trust setting aside the area for children. Of course, you know which way the politicians will go on this issue.

I think it is safe to say that they have won.

Bob

buttchaser · 07-20-2009, 07:34 PM

Thanks to Arnold.

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CurtyL · 07-20-2009, 08:18 PM

Probably gonna start a small war here...but here goes. yeah they smell bad, and certainly they're no fun when they steal my macs. never had one steal my YT though, but I imagine that would send me over the top, especially given the slump I've been in this year. Believe me, I've thought about bringing a CO2 pistol with me on more than one occasion ....never did though. To me it's all part of the game. There's few better feelings than the disapointed look on a seals face when he ealizes he just swam all the way over to you only to find you reeled your bait in and are heading someplace else. Don't you guys think that, MLPA tree-hugging aside, the human species pretty much owns the state's (hell make it the country's) coastal seas, and the beaches and waterways that border it? I mean if you look north from IB, what areas aren't humans in complete control over as far as Santa Barbara - not counting Camp Pendelton? Can't we give these creatures a break? I really don't care if they stay or they go, but I don't care if they stay either. Are the seals really that bad? Do we really need that cove so bad?

whitedog · 07-20-2009, 08:40 PM

I'm down to start reeling them pup's in, catch and release of course.

joyjiggin' · 07-20-2009, 08:52 PM

Ellen Browning Scripps made it a gift and gave it the name "Children's Pool." Whether or not seals are "cute" and are the poster pet of the enviros. I'd like to think that her wishes would be respected.

pchen911 · 07-20-2009, 08:53 PM

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Originally Posted by CurtyL

Do we really need that cove so bad?

The seals don't need the cove that bad either.

That cove used to be a great spot for kids, divers, fishermen etc. There really is no other place like it along the coastline.

Yea, I really do miss it... especially because I used to use it all the time.

If you don't think that cove is a big deal, it is only because the seals have stunk up and pretty much ruined it.

steamroll · 07-21-2009, 07:37 AM

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Originally Posted by CurtyL

Probably gonna start a small war here...but here goes. yeah they smell bad, and certainly they're no fun when they steal my macs. never had one steal my YT though, but I imagine that would send me over the top, especially given the slump I've been in this year. Believe me, I've thought about bringing a CO2 pistol with me on more than one occasion ....never did though. To me it's all part of the game. There's few better feelings than the disapointed look on a seals face when he ealizes he just swam all the way over to you only to find you reeled your bait in and are heading someplace else. Don't you guys think that, MLPA tree-hugging aside, the human species pretty much owns the state's (hell make it the country's) coastal seas, and the beaches and waterways that border it? I mean if you look north from IB, what areas aren't humans in complete control over as far as Santa Barbara - not counting Camp Pendelton? Can't we give these creatures a break? I really don't care if they stay or they go, but I don't care if they stay either. Are the seals really that bad? Do we really need that cove so bad?

1. You're confusing seals with sea lions.

2. Those same seals used to hang out on the rocks next to the childrens pool. They were happy and content.

3. The over protection of seals(and other marine mammals) has caused an increase in GWS activity in our area. In years past San Diego was merely a breeding/birthing grounds for GWS. In recent years, they have shifted and began to hunt and eat in our waters. Check out the Pacific Coast reports on www.sharkresearchcommittee.com

4. You shouldn't be content to watch the government break the law and steal land that was set aside for a specific purpose.

07-20-2009, 06:04 PM	#1
KennyHill Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Temecula CA. Posts: 117	seal removal in la jolla You guys may have read this already. But i thought it was pretty interesting incase you havnt. Judge orders removal of seals from Children's Pool __________________

07-20-2009, 07:31 PM	#6
dsafety Olivenhain Bob Join Date: May 2008 Location: Olivenhain, CA Posts: 1,121	For the first time that I can remember, I am thankful for a pig headed judge who does not give a crap about public opinion. Usually they are on the wrong side of most issues. In this case, IMHO, the judge is right. Long live the judge. I will not hold my breath waiting for a quick and positive outcome however. The bigger problem is represented by Christine Kehoe's response to a reporter's question. Kehoe said she hopes the legislation, which does not go into effect until Jan. 1, will give the city more ammunition if it appeals Hofmann's decision. “Hopefully, the seals will be allowed to stay,” she said. “After listening to the debate for over 10 years, my feeling is the vast majority of San Diegans would like to see the seals remain there undisturbed.” The vast majority? Most of those people have never even seen a seal up close, or smelled its poop. They just see the cute pictures and make up their minds based on that. As of this evening, the Governor, whom I have mostly supported, appears to have caved in to the seal lovers. He signed a law giving the City the right to change the terms of the Scripps trust setting aside the area for children. Of course, you know which way the politicians will go on this issue. I think it is safe to say that they have won. Bob Last edited by dsafety; 07-21-2009 at 09:35 AM.

07-20-2009, 07:34 PM	#7
buttchaser Float Tuber Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 243	Screwed again Thanks to Arnold. http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories...MPLATE=DEFAULT

07-20-2009, 06:18 PM	#2
Joe11 Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Riverside County Posts: 30	I love it. A 19 year old little girl with close to zero life experience, likely living off of mommy and Daddy's money organized a protest. A future bleeding heart liberal activest that will probably live off of tax dollars paid by the businesses and people that she will be working to place additional restrictions on and eventually drive out of the State.

07-20-2009, 07:06 PM	#4
paddydigital Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: OSIDE Posts: 33	SO DOES THIS MEAN WE ARE CLUB'IN BABY SEALS NOW...HAAAA! CRAZY DAY ON THURSDAY!

07-20-2009, 07:18 PM	#5
KennyHill Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Temecula CA. Posts: 117	I think i will paddle out just to get a front row seat for the seal lady VS City of la jolla face off.

07-20-2009, 08:18 PM	#8
CurtyL Senior Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: wherever the college girlz r Posts: 127	Probably gonna start a small war here...but here goes. yeah they smell bad, and certainly they're no fun when they steal my macs. never had one steal my YT though, but I imagine that would send me over the top, especially given the slump I've been in this year. Believe me, I've thought about bringing a CO2 pistol with me on more than one occasion ....never did though. To me it's all part of the game. There's few better feelings than the disapointed look on a seals face when he ealizes he just swam all the way over to you only to find you reeled your bait in and are heading someplace else. Don't you guys think that, MLPA tree-hugging aside, the human species pretty much owns the state's (hell make it the country's) coastal seas, and the beaches and waterways that border it? I mean if you look north from IB, what areas aren't humans in complete control over as far as Santa Barbara - not counting Camp Pendelton? Can't we give these creatures a break? I really don't care if they stay or they go, but I don't care if they stay either. Are the seals really that bad? Do we really need that cove so bad?

07-20-2009, 08:40 PM	#9
whitedog Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Posts: 42	I'm down to start reeling them pup's in, catch and release of course.

07-20-2009, 08:52 PM	#10
joyjiggin' Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Huntington Beach Posts: 109	Ellen Browning Scripps made it a gift and gave it the name "Children's Pool." Whether or not seals are "cute" and are the poster pet of the enviros. I'd like to think that her wishes would be respected.