Anybody from here?? - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

467echo · 02-16-2009, 05:34 PM

FishSeeker?

dsafety · 02-16-2009, 09:11 PM

Many years ago, upon graduating from college, I was dumped into the World during a recession almost as bad as the one we are in now. Having an expensive diploma but no useful job skills, I moved to Park City, Utah and became a ski bum for a couple of years. I worked in one of the local ski shops and could go skiing nearly every day, if I wanted to. One of the important things I learned while living there was what I now call the "Local's Law"... Just because you can go skiing, does not mean that you should go skiing.

Over time I learned not to hit the mountain on weekends, holidays or during bad weather. If the lifts opened at 8:00, I would typically show up around 10:00 when things warmed up a bit and conditions were at their best. The exception being those days when I could be one of the first ones up the lift after a major showfall, making first tracks through a couple feet of fresh power.

This logic applies to kayak fishing as well. Many of us can probably figure out a way to get out on the water nearly any time we want. For some, (the Darkhorse comes to mind), this translates into the development of superior fishing skills. For the rest of us mortals, it means that we can pick and choose when we want to go fishing.

For me, that means not trying to launch when the surf is up and not trying my luck, (and risking my life) during dangerous weather conditions. There is, of course, and exception here as well. The day that word gets out that the squid have shown up and the big YT and WSB are feeding in La Jolla, all logic gets thrown out the window.

Apparently the McClurgs are either not Locals or have not been informed about the Local's Law. I am glad that no one was hurt as a result of this incident. Unfortunately, if this sort of thing happens often enough, the "Authorities" may feel compelled to try to protect some of us from our own stupidity. That means new rules and regulations. This would not be a good thing.

Bob

Vikingj · 02-16-2009, 09:35 PM

Happy they both got back safe. Did I see a Cobra Navigator in the video? That could be an invitation for flipping. I started kayaking with the Navigator and flipped twice offshore LJ - and it was during mild to moderate wind and swells! I finally saved up for a Hobie Revo. and have had nothing but dry trips. Now if I could just catch a fish!

Wayne

THE DARKHORSE · 02-16-2009, 11:41 PM

But, the comments section at the bottom of the story is interesting, though

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PESCAHOLIC · 02-17-2009, 12:29 AM

a least they got the fish report off...

driftwood · 02-17-2009, 06:44 AM

This is why i purchased a waterproof phone,GPS,marine radio and fishfinder. A thousand wrong things can happen out there. But most important, stay home in stormy weather.

I dont carry a flare gun cause im afraid i might accidenally shoot it thru the bottom hull and sink.

Billy V · 02-17-2009, 07:53 AM

I just watched the Video, definitely a darwin candidate. lmao
Wiseguy Summary

-I couldn't help but notice there was no life jacket visible on their person, or on the kayaks, even when they were still sitting in the kayaks on the water. The Carharts are not a substitute.

-Lost my oar. What is that? No paddle leash....Lewis and Clark.

-I guess the Verison network can't swim, cause they dropped the ball on this one.

-So you think that small craft advisory was a lie and you were going to prove them wrong.

-Feel that Sting ?? Thats pride baby, Fkn with you.

All in fun.

02-16-2009, 05:34 PM	#1
467echo Rookie of the Month Club Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Mira Mesa Posts: 483	FishSeeker? __________________ they are getting bigger....

02-16-2009, 11:41 PM	#4
THE DARKHORSE Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Seven minutes from the launch! Posts: 987	I'm just glad they didn't get hurt. But, the comments section at the bottom of the story is interesting, though . __________________

02-17-2009, 06:44 AM	#6
driftwood Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: SAN DIEGO Posts: 1,086	water proof. This is why i purchased a waterproof phone,GPS,marine radio and fishfinder. A thousand wrong things can happen out there. But most important, stay home in stormy weather. I dont carry a flare gun cause im afraid i might accidenally shoot it thru the bottom hull and sink.

02-17-2009, 07:53 AM	#7
Billy V Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Bay Ho Posts: 1,382	I just watched the Video, definitely a darwin candidate. lmao Wiseguy Summary -I couldn't help but notice there was no life jacket visible on their person, or on the kayaks, even when they were still sitting in the kayaks on the water. The Carharts are not a substitute. -Lost my oar. What is that? No paddle leash....Lewis and Clark. -I guess the Verison network can't swim, cause they dropped the ball on this one. -So you think that small craft advisory was a lie and you were going to prove them wrong. -Feel that Sting ?? Thats pride baby, Fkn with you. All in fun. Last edited by Billy V; 02-17-2009 at 08:22 AM.

02-16-2009, 09:11 PM	#2
dsafety Olivenhain Bob Join Date: May 2008 Location: Olivenhain, CA Posts: 1,122	Many years ago, upon graduating from college, I was dumped into the World during a recession almost as bad as the one we are in now. Having an expensive diploma but no useful job skills, I moved to Park City, Utah and became a ski bum for a couple of years. I worked in one of the local ski shops and could go skiing nearly every day, if I wanted to. One of the important things I learned while living there was what I now call the "Local's Law"... Just because you can go skiing, does not mean that you should go skiing. Over time I learned not to hit the mountain on weekends, holidays or during bad weather. If the lifts opened at 8:00, I would typically show up around 10:00 when things warmed up a bit and conditions were at their best. The exception being those days when I could be one of the first ones up the lift after a major showfall, making first tracks through a couple feet of fresh power. This logic applies to kayak fishing as well. Many of us can probably figure out a way to get out on the water nearly any time we want. For some, (the Darkhorse comes to mind), this translates into the development of superior fishing skills. For the rest of us mortals, it means that we can pick and choose when we want to go fishing. For me, that means not trying to launch when the surf is up and not trying my luck, (and risking my life) during dangerous weather conditions. There is, of course, and exception here as well. The day that word gets out that the squid have shown up and the big YT and WSB are feeding in La Jolla, all logic gets thrown out the window. Apparently the McClurgs are either not Locals or have not been informed about the Local's Law. I am glad that no one was hurt as a result of this incident. Unfortunately, if this sort of thing happens often enough, the "Authorities" may feel compelled to try to protect some of us from our own stupidity. That means new rules and regulations. This would not be a good thing. Bob

02-16-2009, 09:35 PM	#3
Vikingj Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Dana Point area Posts: 438	Happy they both got back safe. Did I see a Cobra Navigator in the video? That could be an invitation for flipping. I started kayaking with the Navigator and flipped twice offshore LJ - and it was during mild to moderate wind and swells! I finally saved up for a Hobie Revo. and have had nothing but dry trips. Now if I could just catch a fish! Wayne

02-17-2009, 12:29 AM	#5
PESCAHOLIC Junior Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Cardiff-by-the-Sea, CA Posts: 26	a least they got the fish report off...