NEW YEAR, NEW PLACE, NEW FISH, NEW YOU!!! - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

makobob · 10-15-2015, 06:55 AM

Only been asked for trailer or boat registration, never been asked about kayak or fishing gear. No fees that I know of, been doing this for a few years.

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Originally Posted by Harry Hill

how is it getting your kayaks down there? No trouble at the border? No special fees to get your fishing gear in?

Harry Hill · 10-15-2015, 07:03 AM

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Originally Posted by makobob

Only been asked for trailer or boat registration, never been asked about kayak or fishing gear. No fees that I know of, been doing this for a few years.

good to hear, things can get hinky down there sometimes. What border crossing do you use?

makobob · 10-15-2015, 07:05 AM

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good to hear, things can get hinky down there sometimes. What border crossing do you use?

Depends on where I am going. Tj for the pacific side and Mexicali for the Sea of Cortez.

Harry Hill · 10-15-2015, 07:11 AM

How far south of Mexicali? Where is it in relation to San Felipe?

makobob · 10-15-2015, 09:56 AM

San Diego to Mexicali is 125 miles, about two hours driving. Mexicali to San Felipe is another 125 miles. Another two hours. San Felipe to my place is 95 miles about another hour and a half. So about 350 miles from San Diego, with fuel stops and breaks or us older guys it is usually about 7 hours down and a little longer getting back. We are actually 10 miles NORTH of Gonzaga Bay. Hope this helps.

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How far south of Mexicali? Where is it in relation to San Felipe?

Baja_Traveler · 10-15-2015, 03:59 PM

I've definitely got this trip on the radar, but as usual have to wait until the last minute to see whats going on with work.
And also keeping in mind that they are predicting a record El Nino to hit starting in December - and travel may be difficult if not impossible down Mex 5 depending on timing...

makobob · 10-15-2015, 04:08 PM

Come on KAI is not that why we got big 4x4's??? Being this seems to be the biggest El Nino on record no one knows what to think or what might come. Indicators are looking WET. Just think getting rained out in Baja, at least the house should be dry. AND it is getting a little greener each trip down. Hope you can make New Years. ROOSTERS been around for 15 MONTHS now.

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Originally Posted by Baja_Traveler

I've definitely got this trip on the radar, but as usual have to wait until the last minute to see whats going on with work.
And also keeping in mind that they are predicting a record El Nino to hit starting in December - and travel may be difficult if not impossible down Mex 5 depending on timing...

Mahigeer · 11-09-2015, 04:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Harry Hill

How far south of Mexicali? Where is it in relation to San Felipe?

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PapaDave · 11-10-2015, 08:03 AM

I'm in if you have room. Got that time off from work already.

makobob · 11-10-2015, 10:24 AM

Ok PapaDave, you are in, and WELCOME ABOARD. Are you driving down in the convoy or do you need a ride? Pick one night to host dinner, need to know what you are cooking or if eating at restaurant what meat they are fixing. They cook the YOUR meat, add rice, beans, tortillas and salsa, somethings a salad. cost is $5.00 per head. They do the clean up too. Soda or beer are $1.50 to $2.00 each. So to feed 5 people with drinks is normally under $40.

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I'm in if you have room. Got that time off from work already.

tunaseeker · 11-10-2015, 08:58 PM

Makobob,
Your posts are inspiring! Live each day to its fullest! We really don't know what's in store for us so push forward to make your dreams come true like you were doing well then Bob!
Todd

PapaDave · 11-11-2015, 06:08 AM

Cool. I will drive with the convoy, I have a PA17 now and it is on a trailer. I can cook any night that is available, and any type of meat that you would like. Personally I prefer fish..

makobob · 11-11-2015, 06:27 AM

Thank you Todd. After multiple heart attacks, open heart surgery you LEARN to live EACH day to its fullest. Make your dreams happen. Do something special for your wife, take the kids to a movie. Take that vacation you have been putting off for years. Make it happen. A NEW YEAR is coming, don't let it pass you by. LIVE, and ENJOY life.

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Originally Posted by tunaseeker

Makobob,
Your posts are inspiring! Live each day to its fullest! We really don't know what's in store for us so push forward to make your dreams come true like you were doing well then Bob!
Todd

Mahigeer · 11-14-2015, 05:01 PM

The chances of me joining you is getting a little better. Mrs. has not objected to it yet.

However, I don't know if I can get a Hobie by then.

I would also be driving myself, unless there are others who want to drive, and have me share their fuel cost!

Raki and Turkish Delight (Lokum) will be served if anybody is interested.

makobob · 11-17-2015, 11:10 AM

That is AWESOME Hashem, lot's of Hobies out there. Maybe for Christmas? AND your kayak works, just harder on your old body! I will skip the Raki but will try the Lokum. Tight Lines my friend. See you soon.

NEW YEARS EVE dinner/party will be at the Restaurant and will be hosted by SDROB and MAKOBOB, drinks will be served but you are welcome to bring YOUR favorite to share. Chicken and Ribs will be the main course.

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Originally Posted by Mahigeer

The chances of me joining you is getting a little better. Mrs. has not objected to it yet.

However, I don't know if I can get a Hobie by then.

I would also be driving myself, unless there are others who want to drive, and have me share their fuel cost!

Raki and Turkish Delight (Lokum) will be served if anybody is interested.

11-10-2015, 08:03 AM	#9
PapaDave Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Menifee, CA Posts: 1,474	I'm in if you have room. Got that time off from work already. __________________ So long and thanks for all the fish...

11-11-2015, 06:08 AM	#12
PapaDave Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Menifee, CA Posts: 1,474	Cool. I will drive with the convoy, I have a PA17 now and it is on a trailer. I can cook any night that is available, and any type of meat that you would like. Personally I prefer fish.. __________________ So long and thanks for all the fish...

10-15-2015, 07:11 AM	#4
Harry Hill Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Yucaipa, CA Posts: 1,136	How far south of Mexicali? Where is it in relation to San Felipe?

10-15-2015, 03:59 PM	#6
Baja_Traveler Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Table 17, Bay Park Fish Co. Posts: 943	I've definitely got this trip on the radar, but as usual have to wait until the last minute to see whats going on with work. And also keeping in mind that they are predicting a record El Nino to hit starting in December - and travel may be difficult if not impossible down Mex 5 depending on timing...

11-10-2015, 08:58 PM	#11
tunaseeker TB Metal Art Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: San Diego Posts: 653	Makobob, Your posts are inspiring! Live each day to its fullest! We really don't know what's in store for us so push forward to make your dreams come true like you were doing well then Bob! Todd

11-14-2015, 05:01 PM	#14
Mahigeer Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 1,908	The chances of me joining you is getting a little better. Mrs. has not objected to it yet. However, I don't know if I can get a Hobie by then. I would also be driving myself, unless there are others who want to drive, and have me share their fuel cost! Raki and Turkish Delight (Lokum) will be served if anybody is interested.