Newport Harbor, 1/9/16

[miteofthesun]

Launched from the USCG station at 6. Left my thermos of coffee at home....

Fished the outgoing tide, which was a good swing, from -1 ft. to +6ft.

Caught and released 10 spotties. Didn't see many other kayakers out there. It was a really nice morning.

Water was from 56 to 57°F.

Picked up a bucket of trash after landing back on the beach. There was trash everywhere.

Saw a DFG warden, which is a welcome sight.

I may go back out tomorrow morning.

[Amish Ed]

Thanks for the report. I'm hoping for next Fri if it doesn't rain.

[miteofthesun]

Originally Posted by Amish Ed

Thanks for the report. I'm hoping for next Fri if it doesn't rain.

Right on. It would be nice to get out there for a night session next week.

[Amish Ed]

I'm leaning towards daytime, as I doubt that I'll have a light set up by then. But, lets see how the weather goes. Maybe I could do daytime on Thursday and night on Saturday.

[miteofthesun]

Originally Posted by Amish Ed

I'm leaning towards daytime, as I doubt that I'll have a light set up by then. But, lets see how the weather goes. Maybe I could do daytime on Thursday and night on Saturday.

I can't do daytime fishing sessions during the week. I've got Friday night, Saturday, and Sunday open though.

I need to get a light solution figured out as well.

I will probably end up doing something like this:
http://www.bigwatersedge.com/bwevb/s...ad.php?t=15546

It's a pretty good solution, since the LED light is made for on the water use and is submersible.

I will probably end up using Gray PVC (electrical conduit) since it is resistant to UV. It's also cheaper.

[Amish Ed]

Good idea with the light. I might have to go that route. I'll let you know if I go Saturday night.

[Harry Hill]

do kayaks need the bow lights also or just a white stern light? I guess I need to put lights on mine also. I don't know how enthused I am about winter night fishing but I love fishing at night in the summer time. Kayaks are hard enough to see anyway so I wonder what lights we do need. Ed, if you're thinking about Thursday I might be on that also.

[Dave Legacy]

Originally Posted by Harry Hill

do kayaks need the bow lights also or just a white stern light? I guess I need to put lights on mine also. I don't know how enthused I am about winter night fishing but I love fishing at night in the summer time. Kayaks are hard enough to see anyway so I wonder what lights we do need. Ed, if you're thinking about Thursday I might be on that also.

Just a white light. I have heard some argue that red/green isn't a good idea as it gives other boaters the impression that you are under power.

[Amish Ed]

I'll keep you posted Harry.

[miteofthesun]

From what I've read, kayaks are required to have a white light that is visible from 360° when it is dark.

[ROSSOLY]

Long term planning, if you guys go out Jan 23rd, Id like to join you guys, though I launch from Kids Bch.

[alanw]

Flashlight or headlamp is all you need I think. Never been bothered by Coast Guard yet. 360 white pole light is better but not required. Check here for good info http://bit.ly/kFK7HC

[tamddo714]

I place a portable battery lamp type flashlight in my cup holder. But usually just have my headlight on so it doesn't blind me


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[miteofthesun]

Originally Posted by ROSSOLY

Long term planning, if you guys go out Jan 23rd, Id like to join you guys, though I launch from Kids Bch.

Sounds good, I'm game. We can meet up on the water somewhere.

Let's get in touch before then.

[miteofthesun]

Regarding the light- I just ordered a Tektite Mark III 4 LED "Marker Light" for $25. I plan on installing it in some gray PVC conduit, and mounting it in one of my rod holders. The quality of the Tektite lights is decent from what I've read. Also made in the USA.

Apparently the Tektite lights are used on the Yakattack light poles.

[ROSSOLY]

Originally Posted by miteofthesun

Sounds good, I'm game. We can meet up on the water somewhere.

Let's get in touch before then.

Ok, cool.