2012 Islander Mothership Schedule

[Deefeesha]

the longest fishing trip wait ever ... hurry already

[Yakin]

every time my cell rings its like then its not them and I get on here .
I only have patients when fishing but not waiting to go fishing haha.

[wbrewski]

Originally Posted by jorluivil

Brett, I'm sorry but I called the WSB Society and told them to hold off on the bite until the June 21st trip.

you sure write some funny stuff, are you on the 31 trip?

[jorluivil]

Originally Posted by wbrewski

you sure write some funny stuff, are you on the 31 trip?

YUP!

Myself and the rest of the posse. It'll be like the fishing scene from One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest

[wbrewski]

Originally Posted by jorluivil

YUP!

Myself and the rest of the posse. It'll be like the fishing scene from One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest

Well my wife says I am nuts so I should fit right in.
see you the 31

[wbrewski]

I know that anchors are not used kayak fishing in the ocean because of waves but, if the current is running what do you do so you can drift back baits?

[jorluivil]

Originally Posted by wbrewski

I know that anchors are not used kayak fishing in the ocean because of waves but, if the current is running what do you do so you can drift back baits?

Peddle/Paddle really really really fast

[Yakin]

12 more days! Man time goes by to slow

who says anchor aren't used because of waves? You guys come
up with the wildest stuff.

When I need to use an anchor, let's say during a tourney, so I
can stay on the spot, I use a 5lber with 8' of chain and enough
rope for a 3:1 slope. Waves don't bother me, nor do I move.

[jorluivil]

I'm counting the days!!!!!

[lbsurf2ca]

Safe to say the halibut fishing will be good...


Boat Trip Type Anglers Catch
Islander 2 Day 22 20 Vermilion Rockfish, 100 Kelp Bass, 14 California Halibut, 15 California Sheephead

[scoop]

Originally Posted by jorluivil

I'm counting the days!!!!!

Jorge, you are on the trip next week, the 31st May?

Paul

[mtnbykr2]

Originally Posted by jorluivil

YUP!

Myself and the rest of the posse. It'll be like the fishing scene from One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest

Can someone please record a copy of all radio transmissions those days,
"the posse" radio chatter usually makes everyone laugh
I wish all of you on the next trip a fish filled time, good luck to all,
FYI the spearos on the trip said that there were wsb in the kelp just not doin much, hopefully they will turn on for you all....

[Deefeesha]

Thanks for the intel Brent.

[Yakin]

Thanks for the heads up!
Has one one gotten their phone call yet for the remaining balance?

[wbrewski]

Only 7 days left both the long range forecast looks good and the tides.

[mtnbykr2]

Things I learned from the 1.5 Islander trip,
you really don't need snackage...you will be too busy fishing and paddling
but a few snacks are good in case, they feed you well...
check and double check tackle, you don't want too much,but you don't wanna get caught without enough... you will probably
be rigging and unrigging the yak a few times a day...including stowing the yak for the long moves...
I ran out of battery power at approx 3pm on both batteries, you will need a charger AND an extra set of batteries, remember, you normally do not fish 12 hrs per day, you will on this trip...
I suggest an extra Go Pro battery for those who are bringing one...
When the WSB turn on and when the big butts come to play, and you get your limit, how big is the cooler you are going to have waiting for you when you get back? we opted out of having the crew clean the fish for photo ops when we got back in...scales at the landing
Have enough zip lock and or vacuum pack bags ready when you get home.
They sell ice upon your return for the big coolers you will need to bring your fish home.
Weather permitting, waders yes, but shorts and sunscreen for the afternoon
bite, and maybe a splash jacket on board the yak for when the sun goes down, we were in the water until 8:30 pm
Ful-rac brought an IPad which was nice to view GP footage after dinner...
The Islander has a soda fountain so bring stuff for cocktails...they have an ice machine too, for said cocktails...
I brought a tupperware box for equipment and extra tackle, it get a little crowded on deck with everyones seats pfds and drives, after the initial launch so it's nice to have your own little box or container...
I think that's about all I can think of now, hope this helps, get ready...you are going to have a blast...good luck out there guys...b

[jorluivil]

Originally Posted by mtnbykr2

Things I learned from the 1.5 Islander trip,
you really don't need snackage...you will be too busy fishing and paddling
but a few snacks are good in case, they feed you well...
check and double check tackle, you don't want too much,but you don't wanna get caught without enough... you will probably
be rigging and unrigging the yak a few times a day...including stowing the yak for the long moves...
I ran out of battery power at approx 3pm on both batteries, you will need a charger AND an extra set of batteries, remember, you normally do not fish 12 hrs per day, you will on this trip...
I suggest an extra Go Pro battery for those who are bringing one...
When the WSB turn on and when the big butts come to play, and you get your limit, how big is the cooler you are going to have waiting for you when you get back? we opted out of having the crew clean the fish for photo ops when we got back in...scales at the landing
Have enough zip lock and or vacuum pack bags ready when you get home.
They sell ice upon your return for the big coolers you will need to bring your fish home.
Weather permitting, waders yes, but shorts and sunscreen for the afternoon
bite, and maybe a splash jacket on board the yak for when the sun goes down, we were in the water until 8:30 pm
Ful-rac brought an IPad which was nice to view GP footage after dinner...
The Islander has a soda fountain so bring stuff for cocktails...they have an ice machine too, for said cocktails...
I brought a tupperware box for equipment and extra tackle, it get a little crowded on deck with everyones seats pfds and drives, after the initial launch so it's nice to have your own little box or container...
I think that's about all I can think of now, hope this helps, get ready...you are going to have a blast...good luck out there guys...b

All of those are good suggestions for the 1.5 and the 2.5 trip. If I remember correctly each stateroom has 110v outlets so you can charge your batteries while you sleep. Make it super easy on yourself and the crew by bringing a tote to carry your gear, the last thing you want to do is start handing over a small tote, a box, two tackle boxes and three backpacks.

Just like Brett said, limit the amount of stuff you're carrying on the yak while fishing, the deckhands have to hull the yaks over some railing on the stern in order get you launched and out of the water, the more crap you have on board the heavier the kayak is for these guys. Bring a light jacket or hoodie for the night, if you're an insomniac like me you'll probably do some fishing at night from the boat.

Most importantly don't forget that the deckhands work for tips.

[wbrewski]

Only 4 days left. Thanks for the tip that they have a ice maker for drinks, they did not last year. Got my CC and Ginger See you all Thursday afternoon or late afternoon.

[wbrewski]

What landing is the boat leaving from??