S.W.A.T. "Iron Chef" Mission 6/22/11. Plus SEVEN BONUS Reports!

[Wingnut]

Had plans to drive South this morning to fish with a future S.W.A.T. recruit prospect, Justin Oceanside had some great intel to share and wanted to show me a spot in his backyard. :Cool:
So we arranged a meeting spot on the beach and started the mission countdown. The thought did briefly cross my mind to abort and instead, head back to the A.O. where I was fishing with John (Klocked) yesterday when he nailed a beautiful White Sea Bass (check out his report!).
Not a chance, even if the Yellowtails were running in the surf in that area, a commitment was made and will be kept. :Big Grin:

Arrived at the A.O. a bit too early, geared up and walked down to the sand while it was still dark. Walked along the edge of the water for a few minutes to survey the conditions.
Overcast skies, light on-shore wind. Swept my hand through the surf... wow, the water feels warm, probably at least 65 degrees, they should be stirring out there I thought to myself. Moderate amount of salad on the sand at the edge of the surf tells me that there will be a good amount of it in the water as well. Indeed it was, moderate to heavy salad condition made working the LC a bit frustrating at times today. Outgoing, slow receding tide. Swells 2-3 feet, a bit high, but at slow intervals. Too dark to see if there was any baitfish presence. But recent intel suggested that this area had a heavy concentration of Grunion during the run last week. Made my choice of what to throw easy, just enough light now... I tie on a MJ Herring LC, a nice Grunion look-a-like and let it fly.

Mission duration = 5:15am - 9:00am
Arsenal = Various S.W.A.T. issued Lucky Craft Flash Minnow 110SP

Only about 4-5 casts into the session and I get a solid grab, the drag ran for a couple of seconds, felt solid with a few headshakes and then nothing... :mad: Damn, I hate it when that happens.
I whispered to myself, this had better not be one of those days... Then the cup is half full side of me kicks in and I thought... hey, that's a good start, they are here. Where there's one, there are bound to be others. :Idea:
5:20am, where is Justin...? I look down the beach and see a dark figure walking towards me in the distance. That must be Justin... come show me what you got buddy. :Cool:

Justin walks up behind me and I kid you not, I turn my head to greet him and the LC gets hit...
I laughed and said to him, "Dude, you're good luck!" :Big Grin:
Only a short Hali, but confirmed that indeed, they are here!

This is NO exaggeration, Justin can attest to this. I proceeded to nail & land three Flatties on three consecutive casts, only 10 minutes into it and while it was still dark. :Envious:
Gotta love it! :Dancing Banana:
Here are the three, all in order...

Cast #1
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Short Hali 20"
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Cast #2
Short Hali, probably around 16"
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Cast #3
Legal Hali! 23" (Released) This fish is lucky that I caught it so early in the session and didn't want to drag it around with me all morning. :LOL:
Hope I can get another one later for the "Iron Chef". :Wink:
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Then Justin goes bendo...
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But crap, a Flat fish of the WRONG kind, Frisco hooked. :LOL:
Instead of being upset, Justin said to me, "Hey, the Skunk is off!" I like that attitude Justin. :Thumbs Up:
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Fast forward a few hours... Nothing but a bunch of short Flatties a few Perch for the longest time.
Justin caught 4 or five and I got 8 or 9, all shorts with a few Perch mixed in.

Here are a few pics...
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Then... tragedy. It hurts me to even write about this so I can only imagine how disappointed Justin must be. :Neutral:

We were both throwing to a nice trough at an outer break when Justin goes bendo. I looked over and saw a nice bend in his rod and a ton of headshakes. Looks like a nice Hali. He fought the fish for about a minute and just before it was about to show color so we can see what it was... the LC comes flying back at him. :Angry:
I yelled "SH*T!" and Justin just shakes his head, checked his hooks and recast to the same spot.

I couldn't believe it, a couple of casts later, he goes MAJOR bendo AGAIN! :EyePop:
His drag was screaming and I can tell that this fish is stronger than the last and was working him pretty good, taking him to the right. I fast cranked in my LC and stood behind him and snapped a pic.
This fish was taking straight drag and running parallel to the beach. :Shocked:
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This time, after 2 or 3 strong runs, the fish broke him off... LC and all. :mad:
Unbelievable, my heart sank and I tried my best to console Justin as I can see the disappointment in his eyes.
But I knew that nothing I can say will make him feel better, until he put another quality fish on the sand.
Pure power and speed... we concluded that it was probably a big White Sea Bass.
One that is now dragging 50 yards of line and a Metallic Sardine LC hanging from its mouth. :Evil:

Well, now it was almost 9:00 o'clock and Justin have to leave for work so we started working our way down the beach going back towards the car.
Somewhere in that short stretch, I said to Justin, "I guess the Iron Chef won't get her Halibut today..."

I spoke a little too soon... :Envious:
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After I landed the fish, I checked my wader pocket for the measuring tape and found that I forgot to zip it up and the tape was gone. But it was a pretty safe guess that this was a legal fish, even when figuring in the shrinkage. :LOL:
When I got home and measured her, she taped out at 27 inches.
Maybe I'll post up some dinner pics later... :Wink:
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Wicked! :Twisted:
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Traffic sucks... :Neutral:
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Justin, thank you for inviting me to come down and fish with you. I know that you are undoubtedly still disappointed, but that's fishing... sometimes the fish wins. Believe me, when you put the next monster on the sand, what happened today will be a distant memory. :Cool:
You definitely got what it takes to fish with the Brotherhood... Looking forward to hitting the surf with you again soon. We have to start working on that project that you and I were talking about. You work on getting the clearance, I'll put aTeam together. :Secret:

Thanks for tuning in to this S.W.A.T program everybody... until next time, go out there and get yours!

Arthur (Wingnut)



"Be where you are; otherwise you will miss your life."



Parting shot.
Not sure if fish are a part of the dietary requirement for healthy Pugs...lol
"Hurry up and cook this sucker, we're hungry!" :Envious:
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Update: Dinner pics! :Envious:

Appetizer - Baked Butternut Squash stuffed with Halibut.
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r135/Wingnut32566/Wingnut%208/Wingnut%209/003-15.jpg

Flash broiled Halibut steaks in olive & sesame oil.
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[keepemlo]

That was a great trip I've been showing everybody at work those halicabobs ..everyone loves the way it looks..so all day sat I frankenstiened my lcs so look forward to a report this weekend ...I love fishing

[klocked]

Yeah Buddy!! Rub it in!! :Envious:
Oh how I wished I could of been there!!
Good job you guys!

Justin, your time for a really fantastic fish is coming soon, reeeel sooon!!!
You have an awesome fishery down there!

Arthur, nothing stops you brotha!! NOTHING!!! Way to go!!

[iLLest]

:Big Grin:

Awesome job guys!
You guys are making me get that get out and fish ASAP feeling.
Nice fish for the both of you, and way to clutch out dinner Arthur.
That sucks that you lost those quality fish but no worries, if theyre there, its only a matter of time before u get em.
It looks nice and fishy there :Shocked:
I think the WSB are definitely here! :Secret:

[Tesserz]

Wowee what an epic day!! :Razz: Nice job out there boys, that's how it's done! Flattie after flattie, I love it! http://www.runemasterstudios.com/graemlins/images/2thumbs.gif

Justin, I wish that spot was in my backyard. :LOL: You made a wise decision in sharing your intel with the Commander... it will pay off tenfold. :Wink: About the lost fish.. I feel your pain. Those kinds of memories still haunt me in my dreams. :Confused: But I have no doubt you will make up for it really soon... esp. being a future S.W.A.T. recruit prospect. :Cool:

Arthur, awesome report as usual. You will always and forever be the Commander, so don't even joke.

:Worship:
Thanks for the pre-post info... I couldn't concentrate at work after reading Jason's fwds and your texts. :LOL:

[FishinLBC]

nice job guys. srry about the one that got away

[justin oceanside]

Even with the two TRAGEDIES I still had a great time. I caught some fish, had good company and learned a few things.
I have AT LEAST a dozen excuses for those two fish getting off...so I will list them...number one: just kidding.....only me to blame..but I AM DUE!!
I will attest to the three cast - three fish. Unbelievable!! Kinda puts the pressure on to walk up and wave to see fish on - take a pic - fish on - take a pic - fish on....three casts!!! You kept saying that you were "lucky", I think, it has more to do with Karma - good for good....

Project is a go, just need to talk about the logistics ;)

Thanks again for making the trek, looking forward to doing it again soon!

It was a good day in the surf....

Justin


Justin

[Jaysuuun]

EPIC DAY! :Razz: Arthur, I was getting ansy at work after I got your text. Kept thinking about water conditions, swells, water temp, tide etc. :LOL: I thought for sure you'd be at the same spot the day before hunting for the ghosts.

Awesome day and the perfect ending to your outing with a nice legal for your Iron Chef. :Cool:

Justin, sorry to hear about the lost fish, but the season is still young and I predict you'll be putting a quality fish on the sand in no time.

[Which Way Out]

I just don't know what to say.

Arthur when I first read a post you wrote I thought, ah this guys is just lucky. Little did I know you are a Master, a PHd, a fishing god for sure. :Rolls Eyes:

Justin I am sure was blown away on the 3 for 3 and to get a kicker on the way back to car. Heck I am. If I were him I would be scratching my head about what you were able to pull off in such a short time as much as the loss he experienced.:Sad: Sucks when that happens.

Justin, thanks for sharing. Keep up the good work and always post the fun with pic's.
Arthur, I hope to throw down a big fish report Thursday night. Won't be surf report. Hoping on a boat :Wink: Wish me luck, I need some about now.

Thursday- No report from me other than I think I broke my big toe :(

[flyngby]

The Planets must be in alignment or the world is coming to an end! NOT!

I thought you were going to be to busy to fish according to a corporate memo you posted a while back! It seems like you are getting out more than ever.

My bosses are getting pissed at me as I keep requesting to change my days off. I'll take Sun/Mon, No Fri/Sat, No Mon/Tue, No Tue/Wed, to be able to fish with the SWAT Crew!

Congrats on another great day in the surf working with the new recruit!

Justin,

It looks like a fun day out there! Don't let Arthur intimidate you on your home turf!

Steve http://planetsmilies.net/person-smiley-1122.gif
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[FishNFurious]

Wow, sick report, don't know how you do it. Not once in awhile, but all the time. :EyePop:
Justin, i feel your pain bro. Lost a few prized fish myself over the years. They tend to haunt you for a long time. :Sad:
Where's the food pix Arthur??? :Wink:

[Re8elmonk0341]

Wow WTG out there Justin and Arthur. Wished I could've join you this morning but being in the Battalion sometimes I have early medical appts. Sucks because they rescheduled on me. PMA, is a good thing to have while fishing and aleast you beat the skunk.

I start a whole new morning program for 6 weeks so morning fishing is out of the question for me now. But I'll be down to join you in the afternoons buddy....let me know. I shoot you a text or visa versa. Again, WTG out there guys and can't wait for the chow shots. It always makes me hungry.

[troutdog]

Awesome day in the sand down South, great report Arthur.


TD

[Newfishsmell]

Man you get to fish alot Wingnut ... lol :Envious:

Congrats to both you guys out there , great report !

[DockRat]

Oh My, You are on a major roll Arthur. Congrats.
Check Ebay for rubber halibut doormats, looks like the pugs like it.
DR

[Fysher]

Great post and pictures. It just breaks your heart when something like that happens, get the major bendo fight it and know it's nice fish and before you can see color, it snaps =0( I know the feeling. Good luck on your next trip and hopefully you land that monster of a beast.

[TroutOnly]

ANOTHER DAY ANOTHER SLAY,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,t/o,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,

[HarbourAnglr]

Incredible report, thanks!

[gletemfeelsteelgary]

good to see you back on the waters Arthur..


sweet slayage

Nice catches there guys : )

Saaaaaweeet !

Congrats on the well earned bounty..

Gary

[Wingnut]

Check Ebay for rubber halibut doormats, looks like the pugs like it.
DR

You don't think that I would have them already Martin...? lol :Wink:

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[candyman]

lol you would definitely have those doormats Arthur. Once again you never fail to have a great day fishing! I still haven't found time to fish yet but i just got a kayak for a early birthday present so as soon as i get back from the kern this weekend, you will definitely see a kayak report!! hopefully with some good catches!

[Nhatster]

Update: Dinner pics! :Envious:

Appetizer - Baked Butternut Squash stuffed with Halibut.
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r135/Wingnut32566/Wingnut%208/Wingnut%209/003-15.jpg

Flash broiled Halibut steaks in olive & sesame oil.
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r135/Wingnut32566/Wingnut%208/Wingnut%209/001-17.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r135/Wingnut32566/Wingnut%208/Wingnut%209/004-10.jpg

Bro, you're killing me with the food pics. :Envious:

[Which Way Out]

You don't think that I would have them already Martin...? lol :Wink:

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I laugh my a** off everytime I see those two

[Badbeat]

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Haha, even the pugs are Hali slayers. :ROFL:

Your racking up the flatties count there Art. Good to see your keeping a few. :Twisted:

[PONTOON]

Arthur and Justin..........Great job out there guys!:Cool:

Reading this report confirms my feelings on why I like to fish. There are going to be days where it seems like you can do no wrong and there will be plenty of fish to be caught and you just can't miss. Then, there will be days where you ask yourself what in the heck am I doing wrong? are there any fish here?. Then there will be days when you hook into one that you know is going to be the "The One" but it just doesn't happen. Even though you suffer a little heartbreak the thrill of the hunt keeps you coming back.

Thanks for the report Arthur!:Thumbs Up::Thumbs Up:

[sidified]

Great report, Arthur...Sure sorry Justin's losses were part of the drama...Every fisherman empathizes since we've ALL been there. I lost Moby Striper, in much the same fashion, up in Frisco Bay, 40 years ago....I still wince when I think about it...Well, I better finish off this beer before it gets any saltier...

[blackwater]

Oh man, I've been there done that many times Justin. Sorry to hear of the heartbreak but as long as you learn something from it, it's not a complete loss. :Cool:

Nice talking to you on your drive back from the surf Art. We're really going to miss your weekly reports after July. :Crying: But hey, business before pleasure and one report a month is better than no reports at all. :Envious:

Congrats on an excellent session gentlemen! :Big Grin:

[Ulua1]

Congrats and good job guys! Way to stick it to em out there!

[Wingnut]

That was a great trip I've been showing everybody at work those halicabobs ..everyone loves the way it looks..so all day sat I frankenstiened my lcs so look forward to a report this weekend ...I love fishing
I've been reminiscing about those kabobs myself... time to make some more! :Envious:


Yeah Buddy!! Rub it in!! :Envious:
Oh how I wished I could of been there!!
Good job you guys!

Justin, your time for a really fantastic fish is coming soon, reeeel sooon!!!
You have an awesome fishery down there!

Arthur, nothing stops you brotha!! NOTHING!!! Way to go!!
Wish you were there bro... it was just like the last time. :Twisted:


:Big Grin:

Awesome job guys!
You guys are making me get that get out and fish ASAP feeling.
Nice fish for the both of you, and way to clutch out dinner Arthur.
That sucks that you lost those quality fish but no worries, if theyre there, its only a matter of time before u get em.
It looks nice and fishy there :Shocked:
I think the WSB are definitely here! :Secret:
The WSB are all over the place right now Frank, inshore, at the islands... everywhere. :Big Grin:


Wowee what an epic day!! :Razz: Nice job out there boys, that's how it's done! Flattie after flattie, I love it! http://www.runemasterstudios.com/graemlins/images/2thumbs.gif

Justin, I wish that spot was in my backyard. :LOL: You made a wise decision in sharing your intel with the Commander... it will pay off tenfold. :Wink: About the lost fish.. I feel your pain. Those kinds of memories still haunt me in my dreams. :Confused: But I have no doubt you will make up for it really soon... esp. being a future S.W.A.T. recruit prospect. :Cool:

Arthur, awesome report as usual. You will always and forever be the Commander, so don't even joke.

:Worship:
Thanks for the pre-post info... I couldn't concentrate at work after reading Jason's fwds and your texts. :LOL:
Talking about intel... You & Jason put it to REALLY good use! :Big Grin:
Thanks again for a fun day last Thursday... so glad I made the trip. :Cool:
Congrats on your awesome Corvina! :Envious:


nice job guys. srry about the one that got away
It was a bummer, but I know Justin will bounce back nicely. :Wink:


Even with the two TRAGEDIES I still had a great time. I caught some fish, had good company and learned a few things.
I have AT LEAST a dozen excuses for those two fish getting off...so I will list them...number one: just kidding.....only me to blame..but I AM DUE!!
I will attest to the three cast - three fish. Unbelievable!! Kinda puts the pressure on to walk up and wave to see fish on - take a pic - fish on - take a pic - fish on....three casts!!! You kept saying that you were "lucky", I think, it has more to do with Karma - good for good....

Project is a go, just need to talk about the logistics ;)

Thanks again for making the trek, looking forward to doing it again soon!

It was a good day in the surf....

Justin


Justin
Justin, I likeyour positive attitude bro. You handled the tragedies with perfect grace. :Cool:
You will get a monster Flat Fish of the RIGHT kind very soon! :Big Grin:


EPIC DAY! :Razz: Arthur, I was getting ansy at work after I got your text. Kept thinking about water conditions, swells, water temp, tide etc. :LOL: I thought for sure you'd be at the same spot the day before hunting for the ghosts.

Awesome day and the perfect ending to your outing with a nice legal for your Iron Chef. :Cool:

Justin, sorry to hear about the lost fish, but the season is still young and I predict you'll be putting a quality fish on the sand in no time.
Jason, you did an excellent job with the intel I provided. You did the research and rallied the troops. I'm glad that YOU did, because I had no plans to get back down there the next day. :LOL:
Well done soldier! :Big Grin:


I just don't know what to say.

Arthur when I first read a post you wrote I thought, ah this guys is just lucky. Little did I know you are a Master, a PHd, a fishing god for sure. :Rolls Eyes:

Justin I am sure was blown away on the 3 for 3 and to get a kicker on the way back to car. Heck I am. If I were him I would be scratching my head about what you were able to pull off in such a short time as much as the loss he experienced.:Sad: Sucks when that happens.

Justin, thanks for sharing. Keep up the good work and always post the fun with pic's.
Arthur, I hope to throw down a big fish report Thursday night. Won't be surf report. Hoping on a boat :Wink: Wish me luck, I need some about now.

Thursday- No report from me other than I think I broke my big toe :(
LOL, Bill... as you will find out, that I'm the luckiest fisherman , EVER! :Envious:
Sorry about the slow ocean trip, and even more so, about the broken toe. :mad:


The Planets must be in alignment or the world is coming to an end! NOT!

I thought you were going to be to busy to fish according to a corporate memo you posted a while back! It seems like you are getting out more than ever.

My bosses are getting pissed at me as I keep requesting to change my days off. I'll take Sun/Mon, No Fri/Sat, No Mon/Tue, No Tue/Wed, to be able to fish with the SWAT Crew!

Congrats on another great day in the surf working with the new recruit!

Justin,

It looks like a fun day out there! Don't let Arthur intimidate you on your home turf!

Steve http://planetsmilies.net/person-smiley-1122.gif
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Steve, I'm fishing as much as I can right now because when the project goes "green light" in mid July, I will be on lockdown mode. When that time comes, I will be lucky if I get to fish once a month. :Sad:
But rest assured, I will do my best to hit the water with my Crew whenever possible.
Love the constant changing colors of your signature swimbait ... lol



Wow, sick report, don't know how you do it. Not once in awhile, but all the time. :EyePop:
Justin, i feel your pain bro. Lost a few prized fish myself over the years. They tend to haunt you for a long time. :Sad:
Where's the food pix Arthur??? :Wink:
Food pics updated Vince. :Wink:


Wow WTG out there Justin and Arthur. Wished I could've join you this morning but being in the Battalion sometimes I have early medical appts. Sucks because they rescheduled on me. PMA, is a good thing to have while fishing and aleast you beat the skunk.

I start a whole new morning program for 6 weeks so morning fishing is out of the question for me now. But I'll be down to join you in the afternoons buddy....let me know. I shoot you a text or visa versa. Again, WTG out there guys and can't wait for the chow shots. It always makes me hungry.
Justin told me that you're one of the good guys. :Cool:
Sounds like you have one hectic schedule. let us know when your schedule eases up a bit, maybe you can join us out there one of these days. :Wink:


Awesome day in the sand down South, great report Arthur.


TD
Thanks Aaron, we cherish & appreciate days like these... :Cool:


Man you get to fish alot Wingnut ... lol :Envious:

Congrats to both you guys out there , great report !
Only temporary, it won't last for long... But I'm going to enjoy it while it last. :Wink:


Great post and pictures. It just breaks your heart when something like that happens, get the major bendo fight it and know it's nice fish and before you can see color, it snaps =0( I know the feeling. Good luck on your next trip and hopefully you land that monster of a beast.
These things happens, it's the nature of the beast. But as long as you land more than what you lose, that's all that matters. :Big Grin:


ANOTHER DAY ANOTHER SLAY,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,t/o,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
Slayed them good Bob, I dedicate Mr. Dead Flattie to you buddy! :Twisted:


Incredible report, thanks!
Thank you kind sir! :Cool:


good to see you back on the waters Arthur..


sweet slayage

Nice catches there guys : )

Saaaaaweeet !

Congrats on the well earned bounty..

Gary
Been back Gary... but going away again soon. :LOL:
Thanks buddy, you keep up the good work out there yourself. :Cool:
Those Lake San Antonio Stripers are calling out to me... they're haunting me in my dreams... :!!!:


lol you would definitely have those doormats Arthur. Once again you never fail to have a great day fishing! I still haven't found time to fish yet but i just got a kayak for a early birthday present so as soon as i get back from the kern this weekend, you will definitely see a kayak report!! hopefully with some good catches!
They're not all great Phil, but we've been pretty fortunate lately. :Big Grin:
Congrats on the new kayak, please be careful out there and can't wait to see some reports from you out on the water. :Cool:


Bro, you're killing me with the food pics. :Envious:
Have Mom fix you up bro... :Wink:


I laugh my a** off everytime I see those two
They crack me up too Bill. Quite a couple of characters. :Big Grin:


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Haha, even the pugs are Hali slayers. :ROFL:

Your racking up the flatties count there Art. Good to see your keeping a few. :Twisted:
Thanks Binh, Flatties count going up nicely bro. :Big Grin:
With the Iron Chef at home, I always have to have an inventory of fresh fish ready. :Envious:


Arthur and Justin..........Great job out there guys!:Cool:

Reading this report confirms my feelings on why I like to fish. There are going to be days where it seems like you can do no wrong and there will be plenty of fish to be caught and you just can't miss. Then, there will be days where you ask yourself what in the heck am I doing wrong? are there any fish here?. Then there will be days when you hook into one that you know is going to be the "The One" but it just doesn't happen. Even though you suffer a little heartbreak the thrill of the hunt keeps you coming back.

Thanks for the report Arthur!:Thumbs Up::Thumbs Up:
Thanks for the words of wisdom my friend... so true. :Cool:



Great report, Arthur...Sure sorry Justin's losses were part of the drama...Every fisherman empathizes since we've ALL been there. I lost Moby Striper, in much the same fashion, up in Frisco Bay, 40 years ago....I still wince when I think about it...Well, I better finish off this beer before it gets any saltier...
Every fisherman has a fish or two that haunts them in the back of their minds...


Oh man, I've been there done that many times Justin. Sorry to hear of the heartbreak but as long as you learn something from it, it's not a complete loss. :Cool:

Nice talking to you on your drive back from the surf Art. We're really going to miss your weekly reports after July. :Crying: But hey, business before pleasure and one report a month is better than no reports at all. :Envious:

Congrats on an excellent session gentlemen! :Big Grin:
Trust me Phuong, Justin learned A LOT... :Wink:
No worries bro, I'll still be around after July, just not in the frequency that I would like. :Wink:
The rest of the S.W.A.T. Crew will pick up the slack in my absence. :Cool:


Congrats and good job guys! Way to stick it to em out there!
Thanks Jason... I thought I saw you in the distant out there today at Beans Central. :Wink:

[Wingnut]

Bonus Report #1 - Saturday 6/25/11

Bill (Which Way Out), one of our S.W.A.T. members from Santa Barbara was in town this weekend and wanted to hit the L.A. surf for the first time. I checked the conditions and saw that it was poor at best, but since he was in the area, I figured that we can take him to a couple of spots and see what we can scratch out from the surf. I also invited a new S.W.A.T. future recruit prospect to come along. Nick (n1ckxlam) is a long time FNN member and an experienced surf fisherman. :Cool: Nick and I have been trying to set up a mission together for the last couple of months but our schedules never coincided until now. Nick is a paramedic and my schedule is quite sporatic. Even though we knew today wasn't going to be the ideal surf fishing day, conditions wise, I thought that it would be nice to meet Nick for the first time and see him in action. And see him in action we did! :Big Grin:

Mike (Bones) also joined us for the turbulent mission.

Met up at the A.O. at grey light and was greeted with 3-5 ft swells, murky brown water, violent washing machine action and an all you can eat salad fest. :mad:
We did our best at the spot and left after about a couple of hours and tried a couple of other areas. Same conditions and results. :Neutral: To make a short story even shorter, Mike, Bill and I got the dreaded Skunk. :Angry: But Nick on the other hand, showed what he was made of by hanging tough and was able to pull out a couple of species from the rough surf. He also had a couple of other hook-ups that didn't make it to the sand. Way to go Nick, you impressed us all today with your performance. I don't think that I even got a bump today on the LC. :LOL:

Mike, Bill & Nick, it was nice to share the sand with you guys today. It was a rough one, but trips like these make us appreciate the successful missions even that much more! :Cool:


Enjoy the rest of your weekend everybody...


Arthur (Wingnut)



"We are all failures... well at least, the best of us are."


Nick's catches... in those conditions, well done my friend! :Thumbs Up:
Out there in that conditions in shorts & sandals... dude! :Shocked:
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Bill (Which Way Out).
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Bill broke his toe and stuck it out until the end! :EyePop:
Go get it taken cared of right away buddy.
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Now look who we ran into at the A.O. :???: :!!!: :???:

I haven't fished with these guys in years!
Big Dave (DFish) and Surf Master Mike (Kichigai1) :Big Grin:
I hope you guys did well out there today, man it was a rough one for us. :Neutral:
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Big Dave, I miss fishing with you bro. You have been, and always be a class act. :Cool:
Congrats on your success in the surf over the years. Hope to fish with you soon. :Big Grin:
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Shortly after Dana (Fisherman 57) introduced me to surf fishing, Surf Master Mike took me by my green ears and basically taught me how to fish the surf. He used to call me "Grasshopper." :Envious: You da man Mike! Let's set our misunderstandings and differences aside so the Dynamic Duo can ride again. :Wink: The ball is in your court buddy. I don't reach out to too many people, but I'm doing so with you... :Cool:
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[n1ckxlam]

Arthur, Mike, Bill,
It was great fishing with all of you. Im glad I finally got to come out and fish with you guys! nothin like bein on the water with like-minded folk sporting great attitudes and vast respect for the sport. I really enjoyed the trip.

Arthur, you got some knowledge man and it was good to chat with you, i had a really great time. thanks for sharing your experience and dont forget about your hit on the last spot, whatever you hooked up on had to have been good! Thanks for the invite, and you can expect a PM from me regarding my schedule.
Bill, thank you so much for finding the tackle that fell out of my bag, you are a true gentleman
Mike, been so long, but its good to see you still slayin the fish and sharing your experience, good to see were finally making good on our previous plans!

Mike[kichigai1] and Dave, good to meet you both also

tight lines
Nick

[bsp]

Arthur,
You cannot imagine the frustration of reading your reports while sitting at work! I walked over to my dad to show him each of the ones from this past week as soon as they were up, and we both shook our heads in amazement. They really do serve as an inspiration and motivation for those of us who constantly are thinking of hitting up the surf for the chance to pull out another monster. While those fish that make drag blistering runs and only leave us with snapped lines and visions of what could have been are some of the most agonizing moments a surf fisherman can experience, they are also some of the most motivating as well. The thought of going back the next day to see if you can discover what stole your lure is what gets you back out there ASAP. Look forward to hitting the surf with ya again soon buddy!

Nick,
Glad to see you pulling out some nice fish in tough conditions, and hope to fish with you sometime. From talking to Mike, we fish the same areas, so it should happen soon.

Bill,
Glad you could make it to fish Pea Soup, and sorry about the toe! Hope it heals up fast so you can be out there in the surf again quickly.

All the best,

Marc

[Which Way Out]

Nick, Mike, Mike[kichigai1], Dave and last but not least Arthur.
Thanks for having me fish with all you guys.

That was the Biggest Swell I have every seen, let alone fish in. The water looked so promising and knowing I was with the best of SWAT, a broken big toe wasn't gonna stop me from getting out there.
Well the fish were wiser that day but with there small brains they will over step the line and will get em for sure.

I grew up in SoCal and have never been to or seen those beaches in person. Had a great time.
Once again thanks for the adventure. Till next time :Cool:

[Wingnut]

Arthur, Mike, Bill,
It was great fishing with all of you. Im glad I finally got to come out and fish with you guys! nothin like bein on the water with like-minded folk sporting great attitudes and vast respect for the sport. I really enjoyed the trip.

Arthur, you got some knowledge man and it was good to chat with you, i had a really great time. thanks for sharing your experience and dont forget about your hit on the last spot, whatever you hooked up on had to have been good! Thanks for the invite, and you can expect a PM from me regarding my schedule.
Bill, thank you so much for finding the tackle that fell out of my bag, you are a true gentleman
Mike, been so long, but its good to see you still slayin the fish and sharing your experience, good to see were finally making good on our previous plans!

Mike[kichigai1] and Dave, good to meet you both also

tight lines
Nick
Thanks Nick, I'm glad that we finally made it out in the surf together. It will be under better circumstances next time. :Wink: Nice job once again on switching to the drop shot under rough conditions and scoring a couple of nice fish. No skunk for you! :Envious:


Arthur,
You cannot imagine the frustration of reading your reports while sitting at work! I walked over to my dad to show him each of the ones from this past week as soon as they were up, and we both shook our heads in amazement. They really do serve as an inspiration and motivation for those of us who constantly are thinking of hitting up the surf for the chance to pull out another monster. While those fish that make drag blistering runs and only leave us with snapped lines and visions of what could have been are some of the most agonizing moments a surf fisherman can experience, they are also some of the most motivating as well. The thought of going back the next day to see if you can discover what stole your lure is what gets you back out there ASAP. Look forward to hitting the surf with ya again soon buddy!

Nick,
Glad to see you pulling out some nice fish in tough conditions, and hope to fish with you sometime. From talking to Mike, we fish the same areas, so it should happen soon.

Bill,
Glad you could make it to fish Pea Soup, and sorry about the toe! Hope it heals up fast so you can be out there in the surf again quickly.

All the best,

Marc
Marc, I hope your foot injury is healing up fast so you can join us bac out there again soon.
I know what you mean by sitting at work and reading all the reports of people catching nice fish... frustrating. :LOL:
Unfortunately, I will be doing A LOT of that very soon. :Neutral: So I'm trying to get in as much fishing time as I can right now. :Envious:
Conditions looking good for this weekend, time for an all out assault! :Twisted:


Nick, Mike, Mike[kichigai1], Dave and last but not least Arthur.
Thanks for having me fish with all you guys.

That was the Biggest Swell I have every seen, let alone fish in. The water looked so promising and knowing I was with the best of SWAT, a broken big toe wasn't gonna stop me from getting out there.
Well the fish were wiser that day but with there small brains they will over step the line and will get em for sure.

I grew up in SoCal and have never been to or seen those beaches in person. Had a great time.
Once again thanks for the adventure. Till next time :Cool:
Yeah Bill, those swells were the biggest I've seen in that area in a long time. :Shocked:
You were a real trooper maneuvering in that rough terrain and surf with a broken toe. :EyePop:
We have to get you back down here when conditions are better. But we will probably head up to your neck of the woods first. :Wink: Mikey nabbed my 40 incher that has been waiting for me. :Envious:

[Which Way Out]

Yeah Bill, those swells were the biggest I've seen in that area in a long time.
You were a real trooper maneuvering in that rough terrain and surf with a broken toe.
We have to get you back down here when conditions are better. But we will probably head up to your neck of the woods first. Mikey nabbed my 40 incher that has been waiting for me.

Arthur (Wingnut)


We might have to become Pirates and commandeer his boat. It was good to see him with those fish. He truly is the Yoda of the sea.

[Wingnut]

Yeah Bill, those swells were the biggest I've seen in that area in a long time.
You were a real trooper maneuvering in that rough terrain and surf with a broken toe.
We have to get you back down here when conditions are better. But we will probably head up to your neck of the woods first. Mikey nabbed my 40 incher that has been waiting for me.

Arthur (Wingnut)


We might have to become Pirates and commandeer his boat. It was good to see him with those fish. He truly is the Yoda of the sea.

I was so happy when Mikey called me to tell me his haul for the day. 50 lbs worth of Halibut... YUMMY! :Envious:
He is indeed the "Fishing Yoda." :Big Grin:

[Wingnut]

Bonus S.W.A.T. Report #2 - Recon Surf Session, Friday 7/1/11


Hit the surf this morning with some of the Crew for a relaxing recon session. We knew conditions weren't the best, but it was a good opportunity to hang out and enjoy the company. :Cool: Rough surf and heavy salad conditions made fishing a little tough this morning, but we didn't do too bad. Caught a few, lost a few... Everybody caught fish, didn't take many pics. Called it around 10:00am and had a nice sit-down breakfast afterwards.

Robert went back out for an afternoon session... got himself a few nice fish. I'll let him put it up if he want. :Wink:

Mike (Bones), Frank (iLLest), Robert (Murrieta Angler) and Justin (Justin Oceanside), Had a great time pounding the sand with all of you this morning, see ya tomorrow!

Going to give it another go tomorrow morning at grey light. :Wink:

Have a great 4th of July weekend everybody. Have fun and be safe out there. :Cool:

Arthur (Wingnut)


"Be kind to those that meet you as you rise; you may pass them again as you fall."


Some pics...

Mike with a chunky YFC at grey light.
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I was throwing the LC 130MR today.
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My YFC.
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I snagged a Butterfly Ray. :Evil:
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Justin did most of the catching today. :Envious:
Nice Sandie! Cool eyes on this guy. :Shocked:
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One of many Perch we caught today.
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A few doubles in the mix.
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I snagged another one! :mad:
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Justin nails his first Corbina on the LC. :Envious:
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My BSP.
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And the kicker of the day...
Justin and his new species... CORVINA! :EyePop:
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Performed a quick dental check... Yup, fangs... positive ID, it's a Corvina. :Big Grin:
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Parting shot.
Attack of the killer Pug. :LOL:
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[Which Way Out]

Good job Justin. FANGS gotta love it

[HarbourAnglr]

Awesome bonus report. Thanks, Wingnut!

[Wingnut]

Good job Justin. FANGS gotta love it
Vampire Croakers... :Shocked: LOL
Hope that toe is healing up nicely Bill. :Wink:


Awesome bonus report. Thanks, Wingnut!
Too lazy to start a new one... lol
Another one below... slow out there this morning.

[Wingnut]

Bonus Report #3 - Saturday 7/2 Local Surf Mission.

More of a conditions report than a fish report. :Envious:
Popped out to a local spot for a few hours with some Crew members to get away from the 100+ degrees temperature in the Valley this morning.

Great conditions... negative low tide, minimal swells, water temperature must be close to 70 degrees, no wind, very little salad, excellent water clarity.

Only one thing was missing... the fish. :Neutral:
Nicest conditions we've seen in awhile and the fish just weren't very active. Maybe full of Grunions...??? :Idea:

Nabbed ourselves a few Calico Bass and Yellow Fin Croakers, a pretty slow morning.


Surf Master Mike & Big Dave, hope you guys killed it on the rocks. :Wink:


Oh well, had a great time hitting the surf with da boyz. Called it early and we all went to get some Pho for lunch. :Envious:

Mike (Bones), Robert (Murrieta Angler), Marc (BSP) and Nick (Dad), good times as always my friends. Love the conversations on the sand and over lunch. :Big Grin:

I'm on lockdown for the next couple of days. :LOL: Good luck out there everybody, have a happy and safe 4th! :Cool:

Arthur (Wingnut)



The opposite of courage is not cowardice, it is conformity. Even a dead fish can go with the flow.


Misc. pics...

Sometimes conditions are "TOO" good... :LOL:
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Robert and Marc taking the fight to the enemy. :Twisted:
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Enemy engaged and captured. :!!!:
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One of my two Calico Bass.
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YFC's are everywhere.
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Bones & BSP
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Wingnut & BSP
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Dad & BSP
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Bones & Murrieta Angler
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"Got SWAT?"
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[Which Way Out]

You guys were having to much fun to catch fish.

Happy 4th to everyone

[PONTOON]

I love it........you guys say you had a slow day and I see some pretty nice fish along with some pretty big smiles!I was bummed hearing that the surf conditions were not quite right for my target the day before. I'll have to pay a little more attention to my notes next time!

[Jaysuuun]

Sometimes conditions are "TOO" good...:LOL: ]

Isn't that the truth! Sometimes you do your best to get out when conditions are optimal and the fish don't want to cooperate and sometimes you get out when conditions aren't the best and it's WFO. :Rolls Eyes: :LOL:

You guys had Tess and I fooled! Robert, bro, I heard this was all your idea. Not cool! We were ready to drive there and camp out until first light! :LOL:

Thought for sure you guys would have a better day. Saw plenty of life in the water the day before and even saw a hali chasing bait. It was my first time seeing that. Pretty fricken cool! :Shocked:

[blackwater]

Jason and Tess, heard what da boyz did to you guys yesterday, that's some cold ****, lol
The Commander is known to play a trick or two on his recruits. :Wink:
We can't ever seem get him back though. :LOL:

Robert and Marc, you guys got balls of steel. :Shocked:
That's not only taking the fight to the enemy, it's taking the fight right into their living room!!! :Twisted:
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[HarbourAnglr]

Great report and incredible pics as usual. I would love to have a "slow" day like that! Those conditions looked near perfect.

Happy 4th to the SWAT crew. I'm looking forward to more reports!

Harbour

[Wingnut]

You guys were having to much fun to catch fish.

Happy 4th to everyone
We always have fun, that's a given... catching fish is just a bonus. :Wink:
Have a great 4th Bill. :Big Grin:


I love it........you guys say you had a slow day and I see some pretty nice fish along with some pretty big smiles!I was bummed hearing that the surf conditions were not quite right for my target the day before. I'll have to pay a little more attention to my notes next time!
I'm glad that you told me where you were planning to fish Terry. You would have wasted your time at that spot at a zero low tide. Pretty much unfishable the last couple of times I recon that area at an extreme low tide. :Neutral:

I'm really looking forward to our join mission next Friday my friend. :Big Grin:
I'm sure that the Big Guy will be sharing the sand with us... :Cool:


Isn't that the truth! Sometimes you do your best to get out when conditions are optimal and the fish don't want to cooperate and sometimes you get out when conditions aren't the best and it's WFO. :Rolls Eyes: :LOL:

You guys had Tess and I fooled! Robert, bro, I heard this was all your idea. Not cool! We were ready to drive there and camp out until first light! :LOL:

Thought for sure you guys would have a better day. Saw plenty of life in the water the day before and even saw a hali chasing bait. It was my first time seeing that. Pretty fricken cool! :Shocked:
I thought we were just going to kill it when we first got there and saw the conditions. :Neutral:
Oh well, even though the fish were scarce, the laughs were plenty. At lunch we were conspiring on how we were going to pull a fast one on a few of the Team members. :LOL:
Robert made me do it! :ROFL:


Jason and Tess, heard what da boyz did to you guys yesterday, that's some cold ****, lol
The Commander is known to play a trick or two on his recruits. :Wink:
We can't ever seem get him back though. :LOL:

Robert and Marc, you guys got balls of steel. :Shocked:
That's not only taking the fight to the enemy, it's taking the fight right into their living room!!! :Twisted:
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r135/Wingnut32566/Wingnut%208/Wingnut%209/004-21.jpg
You can't sneak up on a Ninja buddy... I sleep with one eye open. :Wink:
Yeah, Robert & Marc were nuts. I saw Marc roll off a boiler and went under for a quick second. :EyePop:
I waded out there a bit far myself, but had a nice and dry platform to stand on. :Envious:


Great report and incredible pics as usual. I would love to have a "slow" day like that! Those conditions looked near perfect.

Happy 4th to the SWAT crew. I'm looking forward to more reports!

Harbour
Thank you...
A bit disappointing seeing how nice the conditions were, but we did manage a few decent fish.
I usually consider a "slow" day is when you don't catch your target species. Our goal is to always get at least a legal Halibut. I can go all day and if I catch just one legal Halibut, I consider that a successful day. :Cool:

Tonight's dinner, just came out of the steamer... :Envious:
Lemon, ginger & onions steamed Halibut steak.
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[DEADROOTS]

Nice catch Arthur, that things got some choppers on it! That's a cool Cal hat by the way!

[Wingnut]

Nice catch Arthur, that things got some choppers on it! That's a cool Cal hat by the way!

Thanks Paul, what's up, where have you been man? Did I hear you're gonna be moving out of town or something. :Wink:
Doing any fishing lately?

[PONTOON]

I'm glad that you told me where you were planning to fish Terry. You would have wasted your time at that spot at a zero low tide. Pretty much unfishable the last couple of times I recon that area at an extreme low tide. :Neutral:

I'm really looking forward to our join mission next Friday my friend. :Big Grin:
I'm sure that the Big Guy will be sharing the sand with us... :Cool:


I'm glad I let you know I was going too.........:Confused:

I'm very much looking forward to finally making our agreement happen...........I know, I know it's been me holding it up from happening but I'm sure the Big Guy has been anxiously waiting for it to happen and will enjoy the day no matter how long it took.:Cool:

I'll be getting my gear ready to go and I'll even do a few dry runs getting my gear on so I dont hold the SWAT Commander up too much.........:LOL:

I'll be in touch this week to make plans for the rendezvous:Thumbs Up::Thumbs Up:

[iLLest]

oh man, conditions look insaneeeee, You would think they would be biting like crazy!

If conditions stay that way I'll be there Friday to give it a shot. :Secret:
Wish I coulda joined you guys but I had a commitment which involved family and pirates :Rolls Eyes:

Arthur, Mike, Rob :mad: you guys had me fooled, bigtime!
I felt soooo bad because I wanted to be there but could'nt and when I read the text msg, forget about it man, I was like NNOOOOOO!!!!! Good one guys, there will be revenge. :Big Grin:

[Hitts0n]

Man that **** looked so good...mmmmmm !!!

[Badbeat]

You did way better than i did last weekend Art. Fished both Pyramid and Castaic and got skunked. :Confused: Oh well, got some nice birthday presents, ESPECIALLY a $500 gift certificate to Bass Pro Shop. :Wink: :Secret: :Dancing Banana:

Wow the fangs on these Corvinas are wicked. :EyePop:
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r135/Wingnut32566/Wingnut%208/Wingnut%209/001-28.jpg

[bsp]

Arthur,
Even though fishing was less than optimal, I have a lot of faith that it's going to go WFO very soon. It looks "too good" for that not to happen. Had a great time sharing some laughs with you as always, and you manage to capture another picture of me looking somewhat odd.... Also, be prepared! Mike and I will get you at some point! :Twisted:

Mike,
It was fishing with you again buddy, even though you had a few words to say about a certain hat that I happen to be fond of. :LOL: Dad and I didn't end up going out to grunion run, and chose to sleep instead. We'll definitely have to get Arthur back at some point, but I think it'll take some serious planning..... :Secret:

Robert,
Thanks for helping me out with those boiler rocks! Definitely wouldn't have been able to make it out there without your guidance and assistance at one point. Too bad there was only one calico captured when we were out there, but I am definitely looking forward to checking it out again. Also, great sharing your company out there!

Look forward to hitting the surf with all of you again!

Marc

P.S. Justin, congrats on that corvina! A very rare catch indeed, and it seems that they may be a few around down there. Might have to make a trip out there to check it out.

[Wingnut]

I'm glad I let you know I was going too.........:Confused:

I'm very much looking forward to finally making our agreement happen...........I know, I know it's been me holding it up from happening but I'm sure the Big Guy has been anxiously waiting for it to happen and will enjoy the day no matter how long it took.:Cool:

I'll be getting my gear ready to go and I'll even do a few dry runs getting my gear on so I dont hold the SWAT Commander up too much.........:LOL:

I'll be in touch this week to make plans for the rendezvous:Thumbs Up:
Tomorrow is finally the day Terry. Fish or no fish... it's going to be a special day. I can't believe that it's been a year since we lost or beloved leader. :Neutral:
See ya bright and early buddy. :Secret:


oh man, conditions look insaneeeee, You would think they would be biting like crazy!

If conditions stay that way I'll be there Friday to give it a shot. :Secret:
Wish I coulda joined you guys but I had a commitment which involved family and pirates :Rolls Eyes:

Arthur, Mike, Rob :mad: you guys had me fooled, bigtime!
I felt soooo bad because I wanted to be there but could'nt and when I read the text msg, forget about it man, I was like NNOOOOOO!!!!! Good one guys, there will be revenge. :Big Grin:
Good luck tomorrow Frank, hope you kill it out there. :Twisted:
Revenge...? NEVER!!!! Hahahahaha :Big Smile:


Man that **** looked so good...mmmmmm !!!
Start posting up some of your Mom's good home cooking dishes Armando. :Wink:


You did way better than i did last weekend Art. Fished both Pyramid and Castaic and got skunked. :Confused: Oh well, got some nice birthday presents, ESPECIALLY a $500 gift certificate to Bass Pro Shop. :Wink: :Secret: :Dancing Banana:

Wow the fangs on these Corvinas are wicked. :EyePop:
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r135/Wingnut32566/Wingnut%208/Wingnut%209/001-28.jpg
Damn, that's a LONG weekend without a fish Binh. :Sad:
Hope you had a nice birthday bro, spend that gift certificate wisely. :Wink:


Arthur,
Even though fishing was less than optimal, I have a lot of faith that it's going to go WFO very soon. It looks "too good" for that not to happen. Had a great time sharing some laughs with you as always, and you manage to capture another picture of me looking somewhat odd.... Also, be prepared! Mike and I will get you at some point! :Twisted:

Mike,
It was fishing with you again buddy, even though you had a few words to say about a certain hat that I happen to be fond of. :LOL: Dad and I didn't end up going out to grunion run, and chose to sleep instead. We'll definitely have to get Arthur back at some point, but I think it'll take some serious planning..... :Secret:

Robert,
Thanks for helping me out with those boiler rocks! Definitely wouldn't have been able to make it out there without your guidance and assistance at one point. Too bad there was only one calico captured when we were out there, but I am definitely looking forward to checking it out again. Also, great sharing your company out there!

Look forward to hitting the surf with all of you again!

Marc

P.S. Justin, congrats on that corvina! A very rare catch indeed, and it seems that they may be a few around down there. Might have to make a trip out there to check it out.

You would have to get up pretty early to get a drop on me buddy. :Envious: Your efforts to get even will only end in failure & frustration! Hahahahahaha :Idiot:
BTW, we've been waiting for it to go WFO for two years now... :LOL:
Good luck wherever you & Dad are fishing this weekend Marc. :Cool:

[Wingnut]

Bonus Report #4! Thursday 7/7/11 Grey Light Solo Recon.


Haven't been in the best of moods for the last couple of days... tomorrow is the anniversary of Dana's (Fisherman 57) passing. :Neutral: Decided to cheer myself up by hitting the local surf for a few hours this morning before work.


Arrived at A.O. code name "Beans Central" at grey light and found some nice conditions. Miminal swells, warm water, light salad, no wind, good water clarity and small amount of baitfish presence.


Had a pretty decent three-hour session throwing the Metallic Ayu LC, that included 5 short Halibut, 1 legal Halibut, a Sand Bass and a Sargo (new species). Hard to leave them biting but had to head to my "other" office. :LOL:


Tomorrow's session will be dedicated in Dana's memory... it will be a special day, no matter what happens. :Cool:


Have a great weekend all.


Arthur (Wingnut)



"Most men sell their souls and live with a good conscience on the proceeds."


You know that it will be a good session when you hook-up in the first 3 or 4 casts and it's a NEW species. :Big Grin:
These Sargo's can really pull... :Shocked: I used to think that the Zebra Perch fought hard, but these Sargo's are impressive.
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A couple of the short Flatties.
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The grumpy Sand Bass.
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And the kicker of the morning. A legal Halibut. :Thumbs Up:
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http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r135/Wingnut32566/Wingnut%208/Wingnut%209/005-20.jpg

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K.I.A. :Twisted:
Food pics update coming soon... :Envious:
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[murrieta angler]

Always good to get out by your lomesome once in a while...:Big Grin:
I hadn't realized it's been a year Arthur, he's in a better place..:Wink:
C-Ya Tomorrow,
Robert
<><

[iLLest]

A legal hali for dinner and a new species....very nice. :Cool:
Dude that Sargo looks real nice, I'm yet to catch one of those suckers.
The turd roller is pretty nice and chunky too, good stuff brotha.

Arthur, the revenge has already been planned, its only a mater of time bwahaha. :Twisted:

I too know what day tomorrow is...my session is going to have a 57 dedication behind it as well. Let's tare it up.

[PONTOON]

Arthur,I've found it necessary sometimes to get out solo to collect my thoughts and a day in the surf is an excellent place to do just that.:Cool:

When you sent me the text earlier this week to remind me of the importance of tommorros date it really hit me and I too did some thinking about what a Great Friend Dana was.
I've come to the conclusion that there was a reason we were finally going to be able able fulfill an agreement we made a year ago and that it is on this date. I'm very much looking forward to seeing you in the morning.

Great job out there today My Friend, Congratulations on another legal halibut and I will see you soon.:Thumbs Up:

[olfishergal]

Enjoy the day in our friend's honor. I will be thinking of you guys and have a feeling someone will make sure you
have a great day in the surf. Wishin I could join you.
OFG

[blackwater]

Already a year, wow, I still remember Dana's beautiful smile and that distinctive chuckle of his. :Big Grin: I'm sure that he will be with you guys tomorrow out there in the surf. :Cool: I can't wait for the report.

Nice Sargo Art, I bet you would rather have a Corbina on the hardbait. :Wink:

Another legal Halibut for the Iron Chef. :Dancing Banana:

[Nhatster]

Nice flatty bro.
Good luck tomorrow on your memorial trip for Dana. :Cool:

Who gave you the shiner Art??? :Shocked:

[midgettosser1]

Great catches Art.
I didnt get a chance to fish around the point this morning, like we talked about (had to pack outta there early). Tomorrow its on though. Either Beans Central or my usual spot (got one small calico there the other day, nothing worth reporting).
Oh, I did forget to mention my one catch up north. First cast, just a practice cast on the sand to make sure everything was in working order. As I'm reeling in and walking towards my LC, a damn seagull runs up and grabs it. Battled him for a couple of minutes, for a quick C&R.
Meanwhile, a beachgoer was walking up the beach the whole time watching the fiasco. That has to be a sight to see first thing in the AM.

[Badbeat]

You're spoiling us with all these bonus reports Art. :LOL:
How did your rememberance of Dana surf trip go today? Can't wait to see that report. :Big Grin:

Nice Sargo, that's a big slab. :Shocked:
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r135/Wingnut32566/Wingnut%208/Wingnut%209/002-30.jpg

[boxl0bster]

another amazing day in the surf arthur!

[Wingnut]

Always good to get out by your lomesome once in a while...:Big Grin:
I hadn't realized it's been a year Arthur, he's in a better place..:Wink:
C-Ya Tomorrow,
Robert
<><
When I'm in a good mood, I fish with a crowd... when I'm not in a good mood, I fish alone. :Smile: Good fishing with you today brotha. :Big Grin:


A legal hali for dinner and a new species....very nice. :Cool:
Dude that Sargo looks real nice, I'm yet to catch one of those suckers.
The turd roller is pretty nice and chunky too, good stuff brotha.

Arthur, the revenge has already been planned, its only a mater of time bwahaha. :Twisted:

I too know what day tomorrow is...my session is going to have a 57 dedication behind it as well. Let's tare it up.
Thanks Frank, you didn't do too bad on your session today. :Wink:
Any attempt at revenge will be FUTILE! :Twisted:


Arthur,I've found it necessary sometimes to get out solo to collect my thoughts and a day in the surf is an excellent place to do just that.:Cool:

When you sent me the text earlier this week to remind me of the importance of tommorros date it really hit me and I too did some thinking about what a Great Friend Dana was.
I've come to the conclusion that there was a reason we were finally going to be able able fulfill an agreement we made a year ago and that it is on this date. I'm very much looking forward to seeing you in the morning.

Great job out there today My Friend, Congratulations on another legal halibut and I will see you soon.:Thumbs Up:
Terry, fishing with you and the guys today really help to ease my heavy heart.
I appreciate your friendship very much. :Cool:


Enjoy the day in our friend's honor. I will be thinking of you guys and have a feeling someone will make sure you
have a great day in the surf. Wishin I could join you.
OFG
We did have a pretty good day out there Chris and Dana was constantly in our thoughts. :Big Grin:
We do need to fish the surf together one of these days... Take me to your secret surf spot, I won't tell. :Wink: :Secret: :Envious:


Already a year, wow, I still remember Dana's beautiful smile and that distinctive chuckle of his. :Big Grin: I'm sure that he will be with you guys tomorrow out there in the surf. :Cool: I can't wait for the report.

Nice Sargo Art, I bet you would rather have a Corbina on the hardbait. :Wink:

Another legal Halibut for the Iron Chef. :Dancing Banana:
Terry (Pontoon) is working on the report as I type this response. :Wink:
Dana always liked you Phuong... he considers you the "Fire Marshal" of Team 57. :Flamethrower: :Big Smile:


Nice flatty bro.
Good luck tomorrow on your memorial trip for Dana. :Cool:

Who gave you the shiner Art??? :Shocked:
Thanks bro...
LOL, that's not a black eye. The Halibut was flopping around and kicked some muddy sand on my face. I tried to wipe it off before the picture was taken but didn't get all of it. :LOL:


Great catches Art.
I didnt get a chance to fish around the point this morning, like we talked about (had to pack outta there early). Tomorrow its on though. Either Beans Central or my usual spot (got one small calico there the other day, nothing worth reporting).
Oh, I did forget to mention my one catch up north. First cast, just a practice cast on the sand to make sure everything was in working order. As I'm reeling in and walking towards my LC, a damn seagull runs up and grabs it. Battled him for a couple of minutes, for a quick C&R.
Meanwhile, a beachgoer was walking up the beach the whole time watching the fiasco. That has to be a sight to see first thing in the AM.
Good luck tomorrow bro. Yeah, hit that spot, if it's on, you're going to have your handsful with some nice Flatties. :Twisted: Bones & I had some epic days at that spot. :Secret:
Was the Seagull your personal best...? lol


You're spoiling us with all these bonus reports Art. :LOL:
How did your rememberance of Dana surf trip go today? Can't wait to see that report. :Big Grin:

Nice Sargo, that's a big slab. :Shocked:
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r135/Wingnut32566/Wingnut%208/Wingnut%209/002-30.jpg
I'm too lazy to start a new report... lol
Keep an eye out for Terry's (Pontoon) report of our surf session today. He had a pretty decent day. :Wink:
Hope ou had a great birthday Binh. :Cool:


another amazing day in the surf arthur!
Thanks Ernie... good to see you back on the board again. :Cool:

[Wingnut]

Food update pics...

Back by popular demands, Hali Kabobs... Round 2. :Envious:

Halibut & Tiger Shrimp kabobs.
Pork fried rice.
Shrimp chow mein noodles.

The "Iron Chef" at work. :Wink:
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On the grill...
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Sizzlin' and ready!
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On the plate...
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Full course meal.
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A chilled bottle of Mona Vie. The healthy alternative. :Thumbs Up:
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[bsp]

Another nice session at Beans Central! I'm thinking of heading down there tomorrow am to see if anything is biting. Glad to see the short morning session produced a legal, and also that new species! Sargo on the LC is definitely an oddity, and SWAT seems to be doing well on the exotics count as of late. Also, that food looks fantastic!

[Wingnut]

Another nice session at Beans Central! I'm thinking of heading down there tomorrow am to see if anything is biting. Glad to see the short morning session produced a legal, and also that new species! Sargo on the LC is definitely an oddity, and SWAT seems to be doing well on the exotics count as of late. Also, that food looks fantastic!
Good luck tomorrow Marc... swells have picked up a bit, so be careful out there. :Cool:
The Sargo on the LC was a nice bonus, but what I REALLY want is a Corbina on the LC. Everybody is doing it, except me. Terry (Pontoon) just got one in our session yesterday. :Envious:
When are you planning to make a move on the S.W.A.T. Halibut leaderboard...? :Wink:

[Wingnut]

Bonus Report #5! Saturday 7/9/11
Santa Barbara. On the Hunt for the 40" Halibut with the "Yoda of Fishing." Mikey (Exfactor).


Been a busy and fun week. Let's see, I did a solo recon on Thursday and got my 16th legal Halibut so far this year. :Envious:
On Friday, we hit the surf to honor Dana (Fisherman 57). :Cool:
Today, I drove up North to fish on Mikey's boat in search of that elusive 40 inch Barn Door. :Twisted:

Didn't happen today, but it's just a matter of time. Just fishing with Mikey will drastically improves my odds. :Wink:

Beautiful day out on the water... Mikey, thanks for the invite to fish on your fine vessel. I appreciate the lesson, the experience and your friendship very much. :Big Grin:

Getting close to my project launch date.
I'm really going to miss fishing so much... :LOL:


"To see what is right and not to do it is cowardice."

Here are a few pics...

In the water and ready to go...
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The Stardust on it's way out of the harbor.
Hey Roy (Q3Fishboy), are you onboard? :Wink:
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Mikey gives me a lesson on how to rig up a hoochie and bait combo trap rig for bounce balling. :Secret:
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Five minutes into the session and we boat the first catch of the day. :LOL:
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The Yoda of Fishing himself. Mikey (Exfactor) :Big Grin:
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Trying to follow Mikey's lead. :Envious:
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Glory at the gaff!
Success, a 35" Halibut. :Dancing Banana: Bob (TroutOnly), this one's for you bud! :Big Grin:
That 40 incher will be mine someday. :Twisted:
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Back at the launch ramp, a DFG employee is checking everybody's catch. :Cool:
Damn, these guys asks a ton of questions... lol
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S.W.A.T. Brothers for life. :Cool:
Good times! :Big Grin:
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r135/Wingnut32566/Wingnut%208/Wingnut%209/012-18.jpg

Parting shot.
K.I.A. :Twisted:
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r135/Wingnut32566/Wingnut%208/Wingnut%209/013-14.jpg

[iLLest]

:Shocked:

Dang Brotha, you eat like a god!
That right there looks beyond delicious. The iron chef doesn't mess around huh. :Wink:
35" eh? That 40 is right around the corner bud, you'll nail it in no time. The 35" looks huge bro, almost bigger than you :LOL:

The hoochie rig and bait combo is textbook! you can put that picture in a "how to tie a rig" book and it would be a perfect example. It never hurts to learn from the yoda himself. :Cool:

[blackwater]

Art, stop it with the food pics already, you're killing me bro. :LOL:
Damn nice Halibut, I'm sure Mikey is going to put you on that 40+ inch barn door very soon.
Nice boat Mikey! :Thumbs Up:
Lauren and I just got back from Vegas, thanks for letting us crash at your pad, Maddie didn't tear it up too bad, lol jk. :Wink: Nice place brotha, you do live the life. :Envious:
We're really going to miss seeing your reports every week. :Sad:

[bones]

OK so my PC has been real sick and slow .....This darn report just locked up my system again...LOL
Sorry for the late response guys but as always. You guys killed it and the food pics....second to none Arthur.
Bones is back in the saddle again dude.
Keepin it short.....lot of catching up to do...LOL

[PONTOON]

What an awesome fish Arthur! Congratulations!:Cool:

That had to be a blast out there with Mikey. I've seen several posts and I've got to agree he has to be "Jedi" status any time he is on the water.

Great job guys!:Thumbs Up:

[Wingnut]

:Shocked:

Dang Brotha, you eat like a god!
That right there looks beyond delicious. The iron chef doesn't mess around huh. :Wink:
35" eh? That 40 is right around the corner bud, you'll nail it in no time. The 35" looks huge bro, almost bigger than you :LOL:

The hoochie rig and bait combo is textbook! you can put that picture in a "how to tie a rig" book and it would be a perfect example. It never hurts to learn from the yoda himself. :Cool:
I think I put on a few pounds in the last few months... :LOL:
I'll get that 40+ one of these days, preferably out of the surf. :Wink:


Art, stop it with the food pics already, you're killing me bro. :LOL:
Damn nice Halibut, I'm sure Mikey is going to put you on that 40+ inch barn door very soon.
Nice boat Mikey! :Thumbs Up:
Lauren and I just got back from Vegas, thanks for letting us crash at your pad, Maddie didn't tear it up too bad, lol jk. :Wink: Nice place brotha, you do live the life. :Envious:
We're really going to miss seeing your reports every week. :Sad:
Anytime Phuong, the place looks immaculate, tell Lauren thanks for tidying up the place. :LOL:
No worries, you guys will still me my reports once a month... hopefully. :Wink:
Plus, the rest of the S.W.A.T. Crew will pick up the slack. :Big Grin:


OK so my PC has been real sick and slow .....This darn report just locked up my system again...LOL
Sorry for the late response guys but as always. You guys killed it and the food pics....second to none Arthur.
Bones is back in the saddle again dude.
Keepin it short.....lot of catching up to do...LOL
Welcome back to the board... :LOL: See you at 0400 hours... get ready to rock the Northern shores tomorrow. :Twisted:


What an awesome fish Arthur! Congratulations!:Cool:

That had to be a blast out there with Mikey. I've seen several posts and I've got to agree he has to be "Jedi" status any time he is on the water.

Great job guys!:Thumbs Up:
Thanks Terry. Once again, it was a pleasure fishing with you last Friday my friend. Go get that legal Halibut buddy! :Cool:

Mikey is da man... taught me a lot within the past year. :Big Grin:
Getting up early tomorrow morning and heading North... away from Carmageddon. :Envious:
Haven't fished the Northern shoreline in months... wish us luck! :Wink:

[eddiefishtaco]

:Shocked:yellowtail? did someone said yellowtail
a the surf? where where

[Wingnut]

:Shocked:yellowtail? did someone said yellowtail
a the surf? where where

Yellowtail...??? Who mentioned yellowtail in the surf...?!?
Watcha talkin' bout Willis? :LOL: lol

[Wingnut]

Bonus Report #6!
Escape "Carmageddon" Saturday 7/16/11
Santa Barbara Surf with Mikey (Exfactor) the Fishing Yoda.


Got a call from Mikey saying that he wanted to come down and hit the surf with us this weekend. :Cool:
I told Mikey that this is not a good weekend for him to head South with "Carmageddon" upon us, lol. So we are going to drive up there to fish with him.
Been a few months since I fished the Northern coast and Mike (Bones) wanted to fish and hang out with Mikey too. :Big Grin:

Had a great time fishing with my Brothers as usual. Plenty of laughs and nobody got Skunked. No spectacular catches today but we thoroughly enjoyed the day.

We hit three spots today. Conditions were relatively good overall. Called it a day around 2:00pm, had a nice group lunch and headed home.

Mikey, we pounded the surf hard today didn't we? No matter what, we fish hard and whatever happens... happens. Interesting hoochie surf rig you were trying out today. :Shocked: I'm sure that if the Flatties were there, you would have gotten them to commit to it. First, we see you throw the surface iron in the surf, now this... you are cutting edge my friend, a trend setter. :Envious:

Mike, you were on a mission today bro, taking the lead and constantly on the attack. I knew when you lost that LC in the grey light, you were pissed and wanted to make something pay. :Twisted: No Mexican food for you next time! Hahahaha
Have fun with the kids tomorrow.
BTW, thanks for picking out my LC pattern today. :Angry:

Marco, like we said, you are Webmaster Jeff's identical twins separated at birth, lol. jk, you look just like him. Very nice to meet and fish with you bro, any friend of Mikey is a friend of mine. :Cool:
You are a man of many talents and ambitions, a true entrepreneur. Good luck with all your ventures and thank you for all the gifts & goodies! :Thumbs Up:

I can't fish tomorrow, but a few of the S.W.A.T. Crew members will be out there somewhere. :Secret:

Enjoy the rest of your weekend everybody. :Cool:

Arthur (Wingnut)


"When wealth is lost, nothing is lost. When health is lost, something is lost; when character is lost, all is lost."


Funny Note: As we were gearing up, Mike (Bones) says to me, "Let me pick the LC that you're going to throw today..." So I let him pick... See for yourself what he picked and what I caught on it today. :EyePop:

Here are some pics of today's excursion.

Mike ready to go after his coffee and cereal breakfast.
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r135/Wingnut32566/Wingnut%208/Wingnut%209/001-35.jpg

My first fish in the grey light. 18"
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r135/Wingnut32566/Wingnut%208/Wingnut%209/002-34.jpg

My second fish a few minutes later, 21"
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r135/Wingnut32566/Wingnut%208/Wingnut%209/005-24.jpg

Same fish.
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r135/Wingnut32566/Wingnut%208/Wingnut%209/004-28.jpg

Third fish after I farmed a legal Halibut in the skinny water around 23-24". :Neutral:
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r135/Wingnut32566/Wingnut%208/Wingnut%209/006-25.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r135/Wingnut32566/Wingnut%208/Wingnut%209/007-23.jpg

I was fishing for "Gender Challenged" species today. :LOL:
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r135/Wingnut32566/Wingnut%208/Wingnut%209/008-23.jpg

Marco (Have2Fish), displaying his many talents.
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r135/Wingnut32566/Wingnut%208/Wingnut%209/009-21.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r135/Wingnut32566/Wingnut%208/Wingnut%209/010-19.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r135/Wingnut32566/Wingnut%208/Wingnut%209/011-20.jpg

This spot didn't look too good. :mad:
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r135/Wingnut32566/Wingnut%208/Wingnut%209/012-19.jpg

Mikey's experimental surf rig... cutting edge! :Shocked:
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r135/Wingnut32566/Wingnut%208/Wingnut%209/019-13.jpg

Well, it WORKS! :LOL:
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r135/Wingnut32566/Wingnut%208/Wingnut%209/015-16.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r135/Wingnut32566/Wingnut%208/Wingnut%209/014-16.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r135/Wingnut32566/Wingnut%208/Wingnut%209/013-15.jpg

I couldn't believe it.... Marco takes longer than Mike (Bones) to gear up! :Big Smile:
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r135/Wingnut32566/Wingnut%208/Wingnut%209/017-12.jpg

The Fishing Yoda in his natural habitat. :Big Grin:
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http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r135/Wingnut32566/Wingnut%208/Wingnut%209/027-11.jpg

Enjoy your Surf Perch Tacos Marco. :Big Grin:
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r135/Wingnut32566/Wingnut%208/Wingnut%209/023-10.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r135/Wingnut32566/Wingnut%208/Wingnut%209/028-10.jpg

Lunch!
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[murrieta angler]

Looking forward brother!

Robert
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[iLLest]

ohhh yeaaaa!
on the waiting list. lol

[Native Gal]

WN
Nice butt and kabobs. Cool detour up North with the buds, good to see Bones out. Exfactor is the "McGyver" of S.WA.T.

Take care,
NG

[PONTOON]

I just can't start my day without my cup of coffee and reading about another successful SWAT outing!:Cool:

Thanks for another great report Arthur. I'm planning my next outing to fulfill my quest for that legal hali.:Thumbs Up:

[have2fish]

Wingnut,

It was a pleasure meeting you and learning some new tricks!

I had a blast! Wish the flat ones were bitin, but thats fishin!

The highlight of the trip for me, aside from meeting and fishing with you, was a father and son walking back up the point, with fishing rods. They had not caught anything, and the son lit up when he saw my perch hanging on my stringer as I waded in the surf and ran over asking all sorts of questions......

I took about 45 minutes to rig his rods with with the right gear, and teach him where to cast and how to retrieve the 3inch BH I tied on for him. He finally caught a nice little perch and was so excited! I left him with a handful of BH's......

This morning, just went back to the first spot we went to, at high tide and it was 5 feet deep+ to cross, I tried 4 diff spots and got to within a half inch of floodin my waders before trying another spot for one perch and lots of salad!

Look forward to fishing with you again....

Marco
Santa Barbara

PS. for the record, while I have been slayin the big perch in the surf this year on the 3 inch Big Hammers and now the LC, I never keep them, those were the first 4 perch I have kept in 4 years, and were spawned out or I would not have kept them. I have an old Chinese couple who wanted a couple and mom asked for 2 to deep fry whole.... they came out great! Next time, halibut!

[blackwater]

Nice Santa Barbara session gentlemen, looks like a beautiful day up there.
I think the last time I hit the surf up there was sometime last year with you guys. :Cool:
Can't beat the scenery and when the bite is on, it's ON! :Twisted: We had some epics days up there huh Art? :Wink:

I have one question, what are you doing with a PINK LC in your pack Art??? :Shocked: :Wink: :LOL:
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r135/Wingnut32566/Wingnut%208/Wingnut%209/008-23.jpg

[sidified]

Hey, Arthur...I've been running in so many directions these passed three weeks, I haven't had time to keep up with this wonderful thread...much less respond to it or hit the surf myself...Grim...But 'bravo' to you and all present and future SWAT members for the adventures you've had and the friendships you've shared and strengthened...It's really affirming to watch it all unfold...I only hope a few of the SWAT regulars can step up and try to fill the WPG (Wingnut Posting Gap) when your SWAT time gets squeezed...
Cheers,
Sid

[Badbeat]

PS. for the record, while I have been slayin the big perch in the surf this year on the 3 inch Big Hammers and now the LC, I never keep them, those were the first 4 perch I have kept in 4 years, and were spawned out or I would not have kept them. I have an old Chinese couple who wanted a couple and mom asked for 2 to deep fry whole.... they came out great! Next time, halibut!

Have2fish, no need to justify your catch. It's a legal kill and NOBODY should give you any grief over keeping your catch. :Cool: As long as you release MORE than what you keep. :Wink:

Mikey, please explain this contraption. For the surf??? :EyePop:
How heavy is it? How do you work it? Any previous notable catch?
I've never seen anything like it, now that's thinking OUTSIDE the box Mr. Fishing Yoda. :Wink:
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r135/Wingnut32566/Wingnut%208/Wingnut%209/019-13.jpg

[jerryG]

Good way to escape carmageddon and beat the heat. Well done guys. The perch sure do run BIG up there in Mikey's area. Good to see Bones back in the line up. Looks like the fish showed some love for the new Wingnut Signature Series Metallic Pink Sardine. I have a feeling we'll be seeing that color producing a lot of fish in the weeks/ months to come. Looks like a great day on the water.

The fishing up in Mikey's neck of the woods at the islands and along the coast sure has been good this season. I would love to fish from some of the beaches on Rosa or Santa Cruz. I think it's safe to say we would need to upgrade the stock hooks and fish some heavier line.

JerryG

[murrieta angler]

Looks like you guys had a better run of fish up there than down here yesterday.
Dirty water and lots and lots of salad made it rough.
Still managed 5 fish though, highlight was an 18" sand bass.
Thanks for the Bonus, Bonus, Bonus, Bonus, Bonus, Bonus report...:ROFL:
Time to start a new thread Arturo..:Cool:
Later Bro,
Robert
<><

[Jaysuuun]

SB has some monster perch. :Shocked: Wouldn't mind catching more on the LC if they were all that big. Tired of the dinky "crack" biters. :LOL:

Arthur, Tess has been waiting to unleash her pink LC. Thanks for the trial run, it's good to see that the flatties go for pink. Well, I guess we have Mike to thank for that. :LOL:

Weather looks beautiful in SB! Looked like fun. Til we meet again. :Cool:

[Which Way Out]

I am home finely. 2 weeks on the road and even before reading the snail mail I had to check the FNN reports.

Looks like everyone survived Carmageddon and the 4 th. Some better than others:Wink:
Read all the responses and 2-:Thumbs Up: to everyone for getting out there.

Now one day of rest and then a short trip to New Jersey to visit in-laws. Anyone have the low down on where to fish there PM me quickly...

[flyngby]

Then there were seven!

Won't even pretend to say I fully understood all that happened in this "Post Plus Six"! I see some new members of the SWAT Family, the usual great times with friends on the waters, lots of fun, and of course lots of fish!

I can only wish that I was there for each and every trip with my friends, but I also know that there are other priorities in life that keep us under lock and key at times!

Congrats to all that managed to be a part of this post including those none "SWAT Members" that contribute as well!

Arthur,

This little clip of this large post took me back to the day we met a short while back in Newport Harbor!

Arthur

"You know that it will be a good session when you hook-up in the first 3 or 4 casts and it's a NEW species.
These Sargo's can really pull... I used to think that the Zebra Perch fought hard, but these Sargo's are impressive."
http://i190.photobucket.com/albums/z286/flyngby/001-32.jpg
http://i190.photobucket.com/albums/z286/flyngby/002-30.jpg

I showed my once little fishing buddy Brad these pics and he said "you had better keep trying to get a quality “Sargo” that takes you for a ride 3 times around the boat on the old school “Trout Gear” on the 4 Lb. and it takes 2 hands to hold the prize!"
http://i190.photobucket.com/albums/z286/flyngby/CIMG0087-1.jpg

Ohhh! And Brad also recalled that you were spooled that day! “Start the Motor” SNAP!!!!!!!!!!!

Thanks for the memories and I know you will find the time to hit the waters more often than you believe yourself in the future!

I look forward to every opportunity!

Steve http://planetsmilies.net/person-smiley-1122.gif

http://i190.photobucket.com/albums/z286/flyngby/Invader.jpg

[DockRat]

Nice Sargo. Calif State Record is open to anyone who submits a 1 lb or larger Sargo.
DR

[Wingnut]

Okay, no more Bonus Reports... time to start a new thread. :LOL:


WN
Nice butt and kabobs. Cool detour up North with the buds, good to see Bones out. Exfactor is the "McGyver" of S.WA.T.

Take care,
NG
Thanks NG, I think we're overdue for one of your reports. :Wink:


I just can't start my day without my cup of coffee and reading about another successful SWAT outing!:Cool:

Thanks for another great report Arthur. I'm planning my next outing to fulfill my quest for that legal hali.:Thumbs Up:
Thanks Terry, I have no doubt that you will accomplish your goal VERY soon! :Big Grin:
I already have your S.W.A.T gear all ready to ship. :Wink:


Wingnut,

It was a pleasure meeting you and learning some new tricks!

I had a blast! Wish the flat ones were bitin, but thats fishin!

The highlight of the trip for me, aside from meeting and fishing with you, was a father and son walking back up the point, with fishing rods. They had not caught anything, and the son lit up when he saw my perch hanging on my stringer as I waded in the surf and ran over asking all sorts of questions......

I took about 45 minutes to rig his rods with with the right gear, and teach him where to cast and how to retrieve the 3inch BH I tied on for him. He finally caught a nice little perch and was so excited! I left him with a handful of BH's......

This morning, just went back to the first spot we went to, at high tide and it was 5 feet deep+ to cross, I tried 4 diff spots and got to within a half inch of floodin my waders before trying another spot for one perch and lots of salad!

Look forward to fishing with you again....

Marco
Santa Barbara

PS. for the record, while I have been slayin the big perch in the surf this year on the 3 inch Big Hammers and now the LC, I never keep them, those were the first 4 perch I have kept in 4 years, and were spawned out or I would not have kept them. I have an old Chinese couple who wanted a couple and mom asked for 2 to deep fry whole.... they came out great! Next time, halibut!
Really nice meeting you Marco, and THANK YOU again for all the gifts for me and the guys! :Shocked: Very much appreciated. :Cool:
Very cool of you to help out the kid to catch fish. May karma reward you with a big Flattie very soon. :Big Grin:


Nice Santa Barbara session gentlemen, looks like a beautiful day up there.
I think the last time I hit the surf up there was sometime last year with you guys. :Cool:
Can't beat the scenery and when the bite is on, it's ON! :Twisted: We had some epics days up there huh Art? :Wink:

I have one question, what are you doing with a PINK LC in your pack Art??? :Shocked: :Wink: :LOL:
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r135/Wingnut32566/Wingnut%208/Wingnut%209/008-23.jpg
Dude, it's been so long since the last time you fished with us, I can't even remember when that was... :Neutral: Yes, we had some epic days fishing up North. :Big Grin:
Regarding the pink LC... I'm "always" prepared. :Wink:



Hey, Arthur...I've been running in so many directions these passed three weeks, I haven't had time to keep up with this wonderful thread...much less respond to it or hit the surf myself...Grim...But 'bravo' to you and all present and future SWAT members for the adventures you've had and the friendships you've shared and strengthened...It's really affirming to watch it all unfold...I only hope a few of the SWAT regulars can step up and try to fill the WPG (Wingnut Posting Gap) when your SWAT time gets squeezed...
Cheers,
Sid
You are the Man of the World Sid. You give the most "Interesting" Man in the World a run for his money. :Envious: I have no doubt that you guys will have no problem picking up the slack for me... :Wink:
See you Saturday my friend. :Cool:


Have2fish, no need to justify your catch. It's a legal kill and NOBODY should give you any grief over keeping your catch. :Cool: As long as you release MORE than what you keep. :Wink:

Mikey, please explain this contraption. For the surf??? :EyePop:
How heavy is it? How do you work it? Any previous notable catch?
I've never seen anything like it, now that's thinking OUTSIDE the box Mr. Fishing Yoda. :Wink:
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r135/Wingnut32566/Wingnut%208/Wingnut%209/019-13.jpg
Well said on the catch & keep comment Binh. :Cool: To each his own...
Mikey tries some off the wall stuff in the surf, and it damn amazes me every time when I see it work! :Shocked: That's why we consider him the Yoda of Fishing. :Big Grin:
I'll tell you how he work the lure the next time I talk to you. :Wink:


Good way to escape carmageddon and beat the heat. Well done guys. The perch sure do run BIG up there in Mikey's area. Good to see Bones back in the line up. Looks like the fish showed some love for the new Wingnut Signature Series Metallic Pink Sardine. I have a feeling we'll be seeing that color producing a lot of fish in the weeks/ months to come. Looks like a great day on the water.

The fishing up in Mikey's neck of the woods at the islands and along the coast sure has been good this season. I would love to fish from some of the beaches on Rosa or Santa Cruz. I think it's safe to say we would need to upgrade the stock hooks and fish some heavier line.

JerryG
There are Monster Perch in the SB area Jerry. :EyePop: Mikey got 3 or 4 16 inchers this year so far. :Envious:
We've been talking about taking a flight out to fish one of the island beaches for a couple of years now. Maybe one day, we can make it happen. :Wink:


Looks like you guys had a better run of fish up there than down here yesterday.
Dirty water and lots and lots of salad made it rough.
Still managed 5 fish though, highlight was an 18" sand bass.
Thanks for the Bonus, Bonus, Bonus, Bonus, Bonus, Bonus report...:ROFL:
Time to start a new thread Arturo..:Cool:
Later Bro,
Robert
<><
Lol, okay, okay... no more bonus reports on this thread... :LOL:
Hope to see you on Saturday bro. :Wink:


SB has some monster perch. :Shocked: Wouldn't mind catching more on the LC if they were all that big. Tired of the dinky "crack" biters. :LOL:

Arthur, Tess has been waiting to unleash her pink LC. Thanks for the trial run, it's good to see that the flatties go for pink. Well, I guess we have Mike to thank for that. :LOL:

Weather looks beautiful in SB! Looked like fun. Til we meet again. :Cool:
I'm sure Tess will be the first to catch a legal Halibut with the pink LC. Maybe Saturday... :Wink:


I am home finely. 2 weeks on the road and even before reading the snail mail I had to check the FNN reports.

Looks like everyone survived Carmageddon and the 4 th. Some better than others:Wink:
Read all the responses and 2-:Thumbs Up: to everyone for getting out there.

Now one day of rest and then a short trip to New Jersey to visit in-laws. Anyone have the low down on where to fish there PM me quickly...
Have a good trip Bill, hope the toe is completely healed. :Cool:


Then there were seven!

Won't even pretend to say I fully understood all that happened in this "Post Plus Six"! I see some new members of the SWAT Family, the usual great times with friends on the waters, lots of fun, and of course lots of fish!

I can only wish that I was there for each and every trip with my friends, but I also know that there are other priorities in life that keep us under lock and key at times!

Congrats to all that managed to be a part of this post including those none "SWAT Members" that contribute as well!

Arthur,

This little clip of this large post took me back to the day we met a short while back in Newport Harbor!

Arthur

"You know that it will be a good session when you hook-up in the first 3 or 4 casts and it's a NEW species.
These Sargo's can really pull... I used to think that the Zebra Perch fought hard, but these Sargo's are impressive."
http://i190.photobucket.com/albums/z286/flyngby/001-32.jpg
http://i190.photobucket.com/albums/z286/flyngby/002-30.jpg

I showed my once little fishing buddy Brad these pics and he said "you had better keep trying to get a quality “Sargo” that takes you for a ride 3 times around the boat on the old school “Trout Gear” on the 4 Lb. and it takes 2 hands to hold the prize!"
http://i190.photobucket.com/albums/z286/flyngby/CIMG0087-1.jpg

Ohhh! And Brad also recalled that you were spooled that day! “Start the Motor” SNAP!!!!!!!!!!!

Thanks for the memories and I know you will find the time to hit the waters more often than you believe yourself in the future!

I look forward to every opportunity!

Steve http://planetsmilies.net/person-smiley-1122.gif

http://i190.photobucket.com/albums/z286/flyngby/Invader.jpg
Steve, I'm glad that things are starting to get settled for you and you have finally found your way back to the water. :Cool:
I remember that Sargo that Brad caught on my first trip on board the Spotted Fever. He handled it very well on light gear. :Big Grin: Unlike how I handled the freight train that spooled me in ten seconds flat. :mad:
Hope to fish with you again soon my friend.


Nice Sargo. Calif State Record is open to anyone who submits a 1 lb or larger Sargo.
DR
That's surprising... I've seen a few Sargo caught that were well over a pound. :Shocked:

[Wingnut]

Okay, okay... I PROMISE this will be the last "Bonus" report on this thread. :LOL:
Have to hop on a plane in a few hours and don't feel like starting an entire new report. :Envious:



Bonus Report #7 - The Dynamic Duo Rides Again! One for the Road... South O.C. Surf - Tuesday 7/26/11


Didn't have to fly out until this afternoon, so I decided to hit the surf this morning, "One for the Road", since I won't be able to fish for another 2-3 weeks. :Neutral: Gave Surf Master Mike (Kichigai1) a call last night to see if he wants to head out just like old times... :Cool: After checking with his "boss", :Wink: He says "Let's do it!"

Shortly after Dana (Fisherman 57) introduced me to surf fishing a few years back, Mike took me under his wings and taught me the ways of the surf. :Cool:

Took the long drive South from the Valley and arrived to the A.O. at grey light. For the first hour or so, we struggled to find some clean water to fish. A heavy concentration of salad made it nearly impossible to present our lures properly. :mad: I was throwing the LC and Mike was throwing a 4" BH swim bait. The swim bait outfished the LC by a 3-1 margin today. :Envious:

We fished pretty hard from 5:30am to around noon. Grabbed a quick lunch and headed home. Finally found some clean water to work with and started putting fish on the sand. A few of them anyways... Mike & I both farmed a legal Halibut each in the skinny water today. :Angry:

Not a spectacular day of "catching", but we had a good time regardless of the fish count. Mike ended up with a Sand Bass, a short White Sea Bass, and three short Halibut. I got three Barred Surf Perch, a Yellow Fin Croaker and two short Halibut.

Surf Master Mike, it was really cool fishing with you again... it was long overdue. :Cool: Had a great time catching up with you and sharing fishing stories. :Big Grin:
You are getting braver in your old age, attacking those waves with even more vigor than what I can remember. I saw you get rolled a few times and pop back up and just keep on fishing. :Shocked: Thanks again for joining me out there today, we'll set-up another trip when I get back in a few weeks. Lets get Big Dave (DFish) and Chris (tr0psn4j) to come along next time. :Wink:


Once the game is over, the king and the pawn go back in the same box.


Some pics of our morning session.
Damn Mike, you need to wash that gray right out of your hair... :LOL:
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r135/Wingnut32566/Wingnut%208/Wingnut%209/001-40.jpg

My YFC.
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r135/Wingnut32566/Wingnut%208/Wingnut%209/002-37.jpg

Same fish.
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r135/Wingnut32566/Wingnut%208/Wingnut%209/003-35.jpg

One of my two short Halibut.
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r135/Wingnut32566/Wingnut%208/Wingnut%209/005-27.jpg

One of Mike's three short Halibut.
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r135/Wingnut32566/Wingnut%208/Wingnut%209/004-31.jpg

Surf Master Mike (Kichigai1).
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r135/Wingnut32566/Wingnut%208/Wingnut%209/006-27.jpg

Going...
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r135/Wingnut32566/Wingnut%208/Wingnut%209/009-24.jpg

Going...
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r135/Wingnut32566/Wingnut%208/Wingnut%209/008-25.jpg

GONE! :EyePop:
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r135/Wingnut32566/Wingnut%208/Wingnut%209/007-26.jpg

http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r135/Wingnut32566/Wingnut%208/Wingnut%209/010-22.jpg

Mike forgot to take his Centrum Silver this morning... :Big Smile:
You're lucky I let you sleep buddy... :Wink: :Twisted: :Envious:
http://i143.photobucket.com/albums/r135/Wingnut32566/Wingnut%208/Wingnut%209/011-22.jpg

[PONTOON]

Arthur,

Thanks for sharing your last report of your final day before the lockdown. It looks to me like you were in good company and the two of you were able make the best out of some tough conditions.:Cool:

I've appreciated your lessons in the surf while you were here and I'll keep you informed of the progress.

I'll see you soon My friend and good luck to you.:Thumbs Up::Thumbs Up:

[blackwater]

Now that is good to see, you two hitting the surf together again. :Cool:
Mike, you are pretty nuts out there in the surf. :Shocked: You would give Robert (Murrieta Angler) a run for the money. :LOL:
I'm hoping to see more epic future reports from the Dynamic Duo. :Big Grin:

You BOTH farmed legal Flatties??? Damn rookies!!! :ROFL:

[bones]

I can't believe you let Mike sleep :ROFL:
I guess I'm the only one that you scare the living daylights out of by slamming on your brakes and screaming at the top of your lungs!
Great seeing you two on the sand once again.It definately was long over due.

[klocked]

Holy Cow Man!! I need to pay closer attention to things around here! LOL!!
Sorry Arthur, I usually do a quick scan down the left side of my screen looking for reports I haven't read yet.

Those capital letters "SEVEN BONUS" caught my eye this time!
You've been fishing alot more than I thought you have brotha!

It will take me a while to read through these 7 bonus reports but I'm sure every one of them will be worth it.
Thanks again for saving my day on the last outing we had together, it meant more to me than you know, that
someone would go out of their way for me like that, when to me, a reasonable person shouldn't of had to.
I know for certain that you aren't just an ordinary person, you're somebody extra special with a big heart of
gold and with that, some types of reasoning don't really fit. Somehow, I'm going to make you proud when
I figure out a special way to pay it forward and also give back to you.

I wish you the best in your new business endeavor. We're all going to miss you buddy, even though you'll be back
once a month!

[Which Way Out]

Time for the rest of us to Step up for sure.

Oh yea one more thing, what's with the " Wash the Gray out of your hair " Crap? :Wink:

[murrieta angler]

Arthur,
I know it's going to be difficult, while you are out of town, to not think about fishing, but I will do my best to get you some pictures of some legals...:Smile:
You have to hate the..:Farmer: but we all have to deal with them.
Nice way to end your Bonus, Bonus, Bonus, Bonus, Bonus, Bonus, Bonus reports.:Wink:
Take care,
Robert
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[kichigai1]

Thanks Arthur for the flattering Pictorial LOL
It was real good to get out and reconnect with you again. I had a great time! and before I forget Thank you for driving and lunch, your generous kind nature shines through again.

At 1st I didn't think I could go but at around 3 am I woke up gave Arthur a call and we were off. The almost 2 hour drive passed quickly as we got caught up on what was going on in each others lives.Before you know it only 10 mins. seems like it had passed and we were there.

We arrive in the dark, suit up and proceed to the beach. We walk down and I scope the place out. I look around and see surffishing structure heaven. Troughs,holes,trenches and more.Unfortunately the more part included an abundance of kelp everywhere otherwise I think our numbers would have been way up.

It was an exciting trip, new territory, great company and a new location with potential. What more could someone ask for?

I had a great time and was so excited about the trip I ended up talking to Dave ( Dfish1 ) about it for a 1/2 hour

Thanks Arthur I had a great time and it was an exciting trip just like old times. lets do it again when you get back from your business trip.

Have a good 1
Mike S.

[jerryG]

Arthur and Kichi,

Thanks for the report guys. Although you guys managed to find a few fish it sounds like the conditions were off and the bite was tough regardless I can see this was a great trip none the less. It is amazing how fishing brings together old friends and introduces us to new ones as well. Fishing sure has introduced me to a lot of good people which has resulted lasting friendships including those who I consider some of the best friends I have ever known. Including my wife who I met while I was fishing.

Fishing brings people (us) together to join in the camaraderie we as anglers all share for the sport we love. It's the peace that comes from being on the water that's like no where else. It's the adrenaline and excitement that begins with a hook set and ends with a great feeling of accomplishment leaving us a story we will likely share many times in the years to come. My sons summer basketball season is over so I will ready to fish when get back from your trip.. Really looking forward to spending some time on the water. It's been awhile since I have been out fishing with the guys.

JerryG

[bsp]

Arthur,
SO MANY BONUS REPORTS!!!!! I agree with your resolve to start a new thread, this has just become a little to crazy after lucky #7.

Once again my friend, you're many surf fishing adventures are a motivator to us all. I know I haven't been the most regular poster of reports or board presence as of late, and it's time for that to change. It's great to see you reconnecting with some old friends again, and also good to see that you escaped Carmageddon! Hopefully we'll find some time to fish in the coming months/weeks. Between your once a month return trips and me starting school in 2.5 weeks, we should be able to figure something out! :LOL:

Marc

[Badbeat]

We're getting our money's worth on this thread, that's for sure. :LOL:
Good to see you and "White Mike" fishing together again. :Cool:

[DockRat]

We're getting our money's worth on this thread, that's for sure. :LOL:
Good to see you and "White Mike" fishing together again. :Cool:

Yah No Kidding. Lol
Same Arthur that told me.


:Rolls Eyes: We like to keep the board current.

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Just 'bustin yer chops, WN Lol
DR :Rolls Eyes: