trying to get started- a helping hand

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Welcome Aaron!

You'll have fun around here! I know we do!


whats a good brand for a kayak?
A: Hobie, Malibu, Ocean, Wilderness, Jackson...

where to get live bait?
A: At the bait barge or make it yourself.

what bait to use?
A: Depends on what your trying to catch and what is available...

where and how would i add "add on's" where to purchase?
permits licences required?
A: You can purchase your licence at any tackle shop. You can buy all your "add ons" at one of your friendly OEX sunset beach or OEX mission bay locations

all things required to go out and fish?
A: Kayak, fishing licence, rod, reel, tackle

can fish anywhere?
A: No, there are MLPA zones and reserves.

how to know what fishes can be caught and which cannot?
A: Get yourself a copy of the DFG handbook and read it. Changes can occur at anytime during the season so make sure to visit the DFG or DFW website to make sure.

buddy of mine told me a story once - him getting a huge ticket for catching a fish that was protected by the state i think he said. this was a long time ago. and i believe it was spear fishing...
A: Well shame on him...