6/11 Catalina 3/4 day mothership - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

Iceman · 06-12-2008, 09:03 AM

What a great trip at an incredible price. We loaded up the Pacific Adventure at 6 AM, got some fat sardines and headed to the front side of Catalina. I took advantage of the free meal included and had a breakfast burrito and coffee on the ride over. Dropped the kayaks in and we were fishing by 9 AM Fished an area covering about 3 miles of coastline, south of the isthmus. We had 1 spearfisherman on and 13 hook and liners.

I put a dine low and one high and yoyoed between 60 and 120. One calico on the iron was all that came on artificials for me. Picked up a 4 pound bonie pretty quickly on the flyline. Many bonie pick up and drops through out the morning, only made one other stick. birds never balled up and only boils I saw were calicos along the kelp line. Fished halibut for a while in 25 feet. could see the batrays cruising along the bottom, there were a few of those hooked by others. Heard of some short buts caught along with sheephead, bass and most got into the boneys.

Great weather as the breeze pushed us along the island, I did very little paddling as the boat repositioned several times. I refilled my plano (kept it simple) once and had plenty of bait all morning. We managed to fish 5 hours, loading up at 2PM, perfect leisure session. Double cheeseburger and a Coke for the ride home. I won the jackpot by an oz or two and happily gave it to the crew. They did a great job on their maiden voyage. I signed on for the next one, along with a few others already.

I rented a kayak to a guy who had never kayak fished. Asked what he thought on the trip home and he said it was a blast. I'll be bringing a kayak for the crew and captain to try next trip and will set up rentals for anyone interested.(I plan to go on every trip that runs, every other Wednesday) Kayak with rod holders, seat, paddle and PFD for $25 brought to the boat. Trip cost will be $75 and includes one meal (first trip was $65 for an introductory rate.) This is a killer deal!!! Next one is set for the 25th and is filling up, limited to 25. Call LA Harbor Sportfishing to get on board. (310)547-9916

esdees · 06-12-2008, 09:45 AM

Looks beautiful. Thanks for the report.

aguachico · 06-12-2008, 09:46 AM

good going Andy;

Is the boner in the pic the JP fish?

Where are the big YT being caught?
Seen pics of some nice fish out there.

Zed · 06-12-2008, 09:47 AM

Nice, thanks for the description. Good deal.

Dan · 06-12-2008, 09:58 AM

That's a great deal all around. No tangles for the crew to deal with, no pressure on the captain, great for Vta/LA/OC based kayakers to be able to get out to some really good fishing grounds without making the trek to LJ.

Next time for sure.

tylerdurden · 06-12-2008, 10:40 AM

Looks like a cool deal for the guys up north to have a good shot at yt. I can't wait to get back to Catalina.

landwhale · 06-12-2008, 10:44 AM

Andy reminded me abput this trip on Tuesday. Called LA Harbor Sportfishing and was told there where still spots available so I signed on. Got to the landing and checked in at 5 am and before 6 we were loading the kayaks the crew did a great job getting everyones kayak and gear loaded and stowed.

I did not check the time as we left though It didn,t seem to take long at all. Then of to the bait barge for some great looking sardines and of to Catalina.

When we arrived the crew got right to work setting the kayaks down letting the anglers rig up their kayaks and putting them in the water so we could launch and get to fishing.

The crew let the most challenged person try first

Once they got him off in 24 MINUTES THEY HAD US ALL IN OUR KAYAKS

The weather cleared up and the conditions could not have been better. Trolled high and low for soom great Bonita action (darn no YT ot WSB) and the calicos wanted to play also. We fished from Italian Gardens to just south of Istmus. Ryan moved the Boat north and gave us the chance to pick up more bait and food and drink at the halfway point. I want to thank RYAN AND THE CREW OF THE PACIFIC ADVENTURE FOR AN AWESOME TRIP. The next rip is on the 25th and I signed up when we got back to the landing. For 75.00 which includes lunch I hope to see some of you on the trip.

Zed · 06-12-2008, 11:11 AM

How's the boat?

Yak storage looks dialed in. Wanting more space for all the gear? That swimstep looks like it could get dicey in any sort of pitching of the boat.

Nice pix.

THE DARKHORSE · 06-12-2008, 12:38 PM

Sold, the idea of throwing fishing rods in the car, and hitting the road for a day trip to the island is an awesome opportunity. The most "bang for the buck" I've ever seen. The only possible improvement I can think of is to dissembark at 3:00a.m.
I can see it now

(no need to load my own kayak)

Siebler · 06-12-2008, 02:31 PM

Sweet, I might need to take a trip up there and do this soon.

bajadog · 06-12-2008, 02:41 PM

Great report....will have to try it this summer.

PaHaSaPa · 06-12-2008, 04:14 PM

Mothership trip for 2, around $200 ....you know the rest....

Being outfished by your son and having fun doing it, is of course priceless.

Thanks and good job to Ryan and the crew on this maiden voyage. A good time was had by all. Will be back as soon as possible.

Arne · 06-12-2008, 04:25 PM

Thanks for that Andy - Great Pics

Definitely on my to-do list.

Arne

slayersmith · 06-13-2008, 07:33 AM

Looks like fun!!! Can't wait to get on the boat.

An earlier departure would make this trip perfect. Arrive at the Island at grey light.

Take it easy!

Aaron

dorf · 06-13-2008, 10:55 AM

Great pics guys. Thanks for sharing.
Any idea if there will be trips like this in San Diego any time soon?

06-12-2008, 09:03 AM	#1
Iceman Administrator Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: 1-2 miles off the point Posts: 6,948	6/11 Catalina 3/4 day mothership What a great trip at an incredible price. We loaded up the Pacific Adventure at 6 AM, got some fat sardines and headed to the front side of Catalina. I took advantage of the free meal included and had a breakfast burrito and coffee on the ride over. Dropped the kayaks in and we were fishing by 9 AM Fished an area covering about 3 miles of coastline, south of the isthmus. We had 1 spearfisherman on and 13 hook and liners. I put a dine low and one high and yoyoed between 60 and 120. One calico on the iron was all that came on artificials for me. Picked up a 4 pound bonie pretty quickly on the flyline. Many bonie pick up and drops through out the morning, only made one other stick. birds never balled up and only boils I saw were calicos along the kelp line. Fished halibut for a while in 25 feet. could see the batrays cruising along the bottom, there were a few of those hooked by others. Heard of some short buts caught along with sheephead, bass and most got into the boneys. Great weather as the breeze pushed us along the island, I did very little paddling as the boat repositioned several times. I refilled my plano (kept it simple) once and had plenty of bait all morning. We managed to fish 5 hours, loading up at 2PM, perfect leisure session. Double cheeseburger and a Coke for the ride home. I won the jackpot by an oz or two and happily gave it to the crew. They did a great job on their maiden voyage. I signed on for the next one, along with a few others already. I rented a kayak to a guy who had never kayak fished. Asked what he thought on the trip home and he said it was a blast. I'll be bringing a kayak for the crew and captain to try next trip and will set up rentals for anyone interested.(I plan to go on every trip that runs, every other Wednesday) Kayak with rod holders, seat, paddle and PFD for $25 brought to the boat. Trip cost will be $75 and includes one meal (first trip was $65 for an introductory rate.) This is a killer deal!!! Next one is set for the 25th and is filling up, limited to 25. Call LA Harbor Sportfishing to get on board. (310)547-9916 __________________

06-12-2008, 10:40 AM	#6
tylerdurden Bad Clone Join Date: Sep 2005 Posts: 874	Looks like a cool deal for the guys up north to have a good shot at yt. I can't wait to get back to Catalina. __________________ MLPA, if you are not part of the solution, you are part of the problem Let the Fish and Game Commission know what you think about the proposed maps. Be ready for December 9th and 10th.

06-12-2008, 10:44 AM	#7
landwhale Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Seal Beach Posts: 506	Andy reminded me abput this trip on Tuesday. Called LA Harbor Sportfishing and was told there where still spots available so I signed on. Got to the landing and checked in at 5 am and before 6 we were loading the kayaks the crew did a great job getting everyones kayak and gear loaded and stowed. I did not check the time as we left though It didn,t seem to take long at all. Then of to the bait barge for some great looking sardines and of to Catalina. When we arrived the crew got right to work setting the kayaks down letting the anglers rig up their kayaks and putting them in the water so we could launch and get to fishing. The crew let the most challenged person try first Once they got him off in 24 MINUTES THEY HAD US ALL IN OUR KAYAKS The weather cleared up and the conditions could not have been better. Trolled high and low for soom great Bonita action (darn no YT ot WSB) and the calicos wanted to play also. We fished from Italian Gardens to just south of Istmus. Ryan moved the Boat north and gave us the chance to pick up more bait and food and drink at the halfway point. I want to thank RYAN AND THE CREW OF THE PACIFIC ADVENTURE FOR AN AWESOME TRIP. The next rip is on the 25th and I signed up when we got back to the landing. For 75.00 which includes lunch I hope to see some of you on the trip. __________________

06-12-2008, 12:38 PM	#9
THE DARKHORSE Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Seven minutes from the launch! Posts: 987	Holy crap, $25 Kayak rental? Sold, the idea of throwing fishing rods in the car, and hitting the road for a day trip to the island is an awesome opportunity. The most "bang for the buck" I've ever seen. The only possible improvement I can think of is to dissembark at 3:00a.m. I can see it now (no need to load my own kayak)

06-12-2008, 02:31 PM	#10
Siebler Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Richland Oregon Posts: 1,547	Sweet, I might need to take a trip up there and do this soon. __________________ CJ Siebler

06-12-2008, 09:45 AM	#2
esdees The Good Clone Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Clairemont Posts: 520	Looks beautiful. Thanks for the report.

06-12-2008, 09:46 AM	#3
aguachico Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 719	good going Andy; Is the boner in the pic the JP fish? Where are the big YT being caught? Seen pics of some nice fish out there.

06-12-2008, 09:47 AM	#4
Zed BANNED Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: W of 5 Posts: 1,265	Nice, thanks for the description. Good deal.

06-12-2008, 09:58 AM	#5
Dan Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Posts: 1,053	That's a great deal all around. No tangles for the crew to deal with, no pressure on the captain, great for Vta/LA/OC based kayakers to be able to get out to some really good fishing grounds without making the trek to LJ. Next time for sure.

06-12-2008, 11:11 AM	#8
Zed BANNED Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: W of 5 Posts: 1,265	How's the boat? Yak storage looks dialed in. Wanting more space for all the gear? That swimstep looks like it could get dicey in any sort of pitching of the boat. Nice pix.

06-12-2008, 02:41 PM	#11
bajadog I eats what I kills Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: San Diego Posts: 393	Great report....will have to try it this summer. __________________ Please release bill-fish.

06-12-2008, 04:14 PM	#12
PaHaSaPa Junior Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Lake Forest Posts: 7	Mothership trip for 2, around $200 ....you know the rest.... Being outfished by your son and having fun doing it, is of course priceless. Thanks and good job to Ryan and the crew on this maiden voyage. A good time was had by all. Will be back as soon as possible.

06-12-2008, 04:25 PM	#13
Arne Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 223	Thanks for that Andy - Great Pics Definitely on my to-do list. Arne __________________ [SIGPIC][/SIGPIC]

06-13-2008, 07:33 AM	#14
slayersmith Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Torrance. ca Posts: 76	Looks like fun!!! Can't wait to get on the boat. An earlier departure would make this trip perfect. Arrive at the Island at grey light. Take it easy! Aaron

06-13-2008, 10:55 AM	#15
dorf Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: San Diego Posts: 279	Great pics guys. Thanks for sharing. Any idea if there will be trips like this in San Diego any time soon? __________________ Don't try to confuse me with facts! I hereby reject your reality and submit my own.