Two Weekends in the Surf. S.W.A.T. Northern and Southern Recon Sessions.

[Wingnut]

REMINDER: Don’t forget to get yourself registered for the 5th Annual Hunting Giants Surf Fishing Event, coming up on Saturday, September 28th, 2013.

We now have over 250 registered participants for this event with less than three weeks to go. :Shocked:

The “Stickie” on top of this forum page contains the details of the registration instructions for the event. Don’t miss the biggest surf fishing event anywhere!
Come join the S.W.A.T. Family and our Sponsors for a fun & memorable day in the surf.
Don’t miss OUT… See ya there! :Big Grin:

If you have already registered, you will be receiving a private message with all the details shortly!


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S.W.A.T. Competition update - As of 9/10/13
Team Fish Storm – 56 Points
Team I Like Big Buts and I Cannot Lie – 49 Points


The following is a compilation report of the last couple of weekends in the surf.

Super long report!

Two Sundays ago (9/1), I decided to head North to Santa Barbara to fish with my Northern S.W.A.T. Brothers. :Cool:
Gave Mikey (Exfactor) aka The Fishing Yoda a call and Mikey told me that Dave (Perchin’ Dave) and Brad (Dawn Treader) will be joining us for the day. :Big Grin: Sunday morning, I made the hour and forty five minute drive and was at Mikey’s doorstep at 5:00am sharp. Loaded my gear in his SUV and off we went to meet Dave & Brad at the first A.O. Conditions looked great and I had high hopes for a successful day…

I will cut straight to the point and let all of you know that I got Skunked that Sunday. :Neutral: Not just a Skunk, but a “Hard” Skunk. What’s a “Hard” Skunk you ask? The difference between a Skunk and a “Hard” Skunk is this… Usually, when you get a Skunk, meaning no fish caught or landed, you at least have a strike or two. Possibly have a follower interested in your lure, maybe fought a fish briefly before losing it or at least feel a few bumps on the LC.

A “Hard” Skunk is when you flat-lined all day… no hits, no missed strikes, no followers, no love, no nothing… :Angry: Yes, I suffered a “Hard” Skunk! Drove 250 miles round trip, spent a total of 8 hours in the surf, walked close to 4 miles of beach at three different locations, hundreds of casts in pristine conditions and walked away with absolutely nothing… zip, zilch, nada… :mad:
It happens to all of us... thank Goodness it doesn't happen very often, but it does happens. Paying your dues, that's what I choose to believe... :LOL:

Do I think it was worth the trip…? ABSOLUTELY! I would do it again in a heartbeat! :Razz: Why? Because catching fish is just a “bonus”… the good time I had with Mikey, Dave and Brad far outweighs any fish that I can ever catch. Fishing wasn’t great for any of us… Brad did catch a couple of nice 14”+ Barred Surf Perch. Dave caught a rare Opaleye Perch out of the surf on artificials and I watched Mikey lost three fish including a decent size legal Halibut right at his feet in the surf. :EyePop: At the end of the day, when the surf gear were all put away, I’m wearing a dry set of clothes, sitting in a nice comfy booth in a cool restaurant and enjoying a Ribeye Steak with Mikey… I still had a big smile on my face. There’s a saying that goes something like this… “Many men go fishing all of their lives without knowing that it is not fish they are after." I get it… and I feel good about myself that I do get it… :Wink:

Mikey, Dave and Brad, thank you for being such great hosts and spoiling me by sharing the splendor of your Northern Coastline. Your friendship and support means the world to me. See you all at HG5! :Big Grin:
Special thanks to Mikey for hooking me up with 15 lbs of Halibut fillets, whoohoo! :Envious:
Thanks Dave for the beautiful hi-res pics of the Santa Barbara coastline. :Thumbs Up:
To Brad, congrats on being officially inducted into the S.W.A.T. Brotherhood. :Dancing Banana:
I had a great time fishing with all of you!

Look at these pics from that Sunday… I’m sure you will agree that it was worth the trip… fish or no fish.
The first 5 photos were taken by Dave with a high resolution camera. Professional postcard quality I would say… beautiful pics Dave, thank you!

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My futile attempt to ward off the Skunk. :Sad:
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Mikey, The Fishing Yoda gearing up...
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Hiking behind Mikey on our way down to the sand...
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The first area is absolutely gorgeous.
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Brad (Dawn Treader) Team Fish Storm Captain.
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We then headed to a private stretch of beach in the backyard of one of Mikey's friends. We pull up to the automatic gate, Mikey punches in the code and the gate opens. We drove down the path to Jim's beachfront pad, parked the SUV and headed down to the beach.
Look at the view from Jim's backyard... what a place! :Envious:
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Dave says, "I swear, I caught that Opaleye right over there..." :LOL:
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The Northern S.W.A.T. Crew.
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I'm such a Wuss, the only one in waders, lol :LOL:
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Dave and Brad had to leave to do their husband duties... Mikey and I hit one more A.O. before going to lunch.
Again, the conditions were perfect and I saw Mikey farmed THREE fish right next to me including one very nice legal Halibut. :mad:
Of course, I had Mr. Stinky with me all day... :Crying:

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Someday... someday... :Envious:
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I spent Monday (Labor Day) 9/2 in the O.C. with the Iron Chef. Grocery shopping among other things… had a very relaxing day before heading back out of town.
The Asian Markets down there are always so jammed packed. :mad:
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We bought some Moon Cakes for the upcoming Lunar Festival.
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Finally, check out time... let's go get some Pho! :Razz:
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This last Saturday (9/7), I did a solo 2 hour grey light session and put up some points on the board for my new team for the month of September. Team I Like Big Buts & I Cannot Lie, lol I didn’t pick the name, Nate (BBQSushi), our Team Captain was responsible for that, good one Nate, haha. The other team is Team Fish Storm, led by Team Captain Brad (Dawn Treader). :Cool:

I think I got a couple of Queenfish, A couple of Calico Bass and five short Halibut and a legal Halibut.
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Seriously?!?
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My 18th legal Halibut this year (released) :Cool:
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Pancakes everywhere!
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Some underwater pics...
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Near perfect conditions...
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On Sunday (9/8), I did something that I rarely do… I hit the surf for a morning session and again for the evening session. No worthy catches, but did earn a few more points for the Team.
Ran into the Danimal (SP Dan) and we fished a stretch of beach together. I got a couple of small Calico, a Sand Bass, and we both got a few short Halibut. Really strange, the weather warms up and the water temperature dropped. :Surprised:

I was hiding behind a bush and yelling to Dan from above, lol
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Dan with a Barn Door.... knob that is, lol :LOL:
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I got one too, haha
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What kind of track is this... Raccoon?
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Dan was showing this bucket guy how to throw the LC. Being a generous soul that he is, Dan cut off his MS Anchovy LC and gave it to the young man... made his day. You da man Danimal! :Thumbs Up:
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Lunch time! Awesome Mexican food restaurant Dan, good call!
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Thank you for your services to this nation Dan!
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Dan and his sweetheart Rhonda. Looking forward to seeing the both of you at HG5. :Big Grin:
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I was driving home from Dan's house when I get a call from JerryG. Giving me some exciting intel about White Sea Bass schooling up at a particular A.O. Jerry hooked onto a couple of them but had the hooks pulled. :Evil: He still managed a nice 24" legal Halibut fishing with his son (check out his report). So I gave Mike (Lieutenant Bones) a call to see if he wanted to meet me at the A.O. for an evening session. Mike and I got there around 6:00pm and fished until the lights went out...
We didn't run into any Ghosts but had fun with the Flatties. Mike landed six short Halibut up to 21 1/2" and I only landed two shorts. We both missed a bunch of hits... There were bait fish everywhere and the Halibut was quite active that evening.

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One of my short Hali...
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We fished until dark...
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Time to go home... good to fish with you again Mike, been a long time.
I'm only a phone call away if you ever need anything bro. :Wink:
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Lieutenant Bones with one of the HG5 Derby trophies. :EyePop:
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There’s still time to get registered for the HG5 event… all are welcome… hope to see you on the 28th!

Arthur (Wingnut)


Difference between a Woman and a Girl. A Girl cares about what you drive. A Woman cares about what drives you.


Parting shots...

Last week, I saw Romeo playing with something in the backyard… I walked over to him and realized that it was a Bee. Before I could take it away from him, too late… a yelp tells me that he had been stung, right in the chops. Within a couple of minutes, his face swelled up. :Shocked: We were going to take him to the vet, but he was still his happy, go lucky self. Running around and playing like normal, so I decided just to keep a close eye on him to see if he passes out or something, lol. After about an hour, the swelling went back down and he was fine. What a handful he is, haha

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Back to normal!
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[skunked4life]

Hi Commander!

What a great report! Seriously, take all of your reports, print them, send them to an editor and get it published as the ultimate socal surf fishing guide!!! Amazing!

1. I am going to set one of those pictures taken by Dave as my wallpaper.
2. :Skunk: so what? Humble yourselves, therefore, under the mighty hand of God so that at the proper time he may exalt you (2 Peter 5:6) - THIS is why YOU are so blessed in life and fishing my friend! Thanks for showing us that you aren't the surf fishing god, just super-human surf fisherman!
3. Gotta love shopping with the misses right? Especially at an Asian market right? Especially before the harvest festival right? :ROFL:
4. Oh that "back to normal" picture is soooo cute! I hate to say it, but even with a swollen face, I can still picture how cute Romeo is! Hope he continues to do well.
5. You and Dan fishing chest deep makes me envious :Envious: at your "go for broke" attitude! I gots to be braver out there!
6. Last but not least, I do not really think that you got skunked at all...You are a fisher of men and you caught a GREAT group of them!

Ken

SEE YOU AND EVERYONE ELSE AT HG5!!!

[DockRat]

:Applause: Great pics :Applause:
Great Barn Door...Knob Danimal :LOL:
Thnx for the post.
DR

[SP Dan]

Hi ya Commander!

WOW! .... What an eventful two weeks!
You were a busy guy ... I glad that we had an opportunity to get in some fishing together this past weekend! Good times!

I'm looking forward to seeing you and everyone else; in a few weeks, at HG-5! :Big Grin:

Thanx Arthur for another "Out of the park" report! :Thumbs Up:

[Perchin' Dave]

Great report @Arthur. See tonights report from Dawn Treader/Swat. "Finally" a legal Brad :) Woo Hoo! I always appreciate seeing you visit north of LA, oh yeah! Perchin' Dave

[bachiboy]

Nice collection of outings there sir! Those shots Dave took were amazing!!!:Eye Pop: Sounds like you guys had some fun up there even if the fishing wasn't great. Can't get a legal on every trip, but man, you've been coming pretty dang close lately.:Wink: Looking forward to our upcoming event and hanging out with everyone. Glad Romeo made through his ordeal without too much drama. Hope to see you out there soon...and don't worry, no calls or texts Saturday night...Bachi-free evening!:LOL:

Don

[murrieta angler]

Man Arturo,
The beaches up there look absolutely awesome.
It's always nice to get together with the Boys and enjoy a relaxing morning in the surf.
I have to tell you, for someone who only gets out on the weekends, you are sure tearing up the legal halibut. :Smile:
Poor Romeo, he looks like a Sharpei in that first piocture..:Rolls Eyes
Pups will be pups!
Thanks for the report and take care Bro,
Robert
<><

[5150fishn]

Those pics are impressive! Skunk does happen but when in good company it is trivial! Great report and pics and glad to hear Romeo recovered from the bee sting. Looking forward to seeing you at HG5!!!

[Perchin' Dave]

Here's three other photos for the Northern Swat Recon from Perchin' Dave

http://i1194.photobucket.com/albums/aa363/davesomm/IMG_6322_zps308acea6.jpg (http://s1194.photobucket.com/user/davesomm/media/IMG_6322_zps308acea6.jpg.html)


http://i1194.photobucket.com/albums/aa363/davesomm/IMG_6351_zpseb5d7ccd.jpg (http://s1194.photobucket.com/user/davesomm/media/IMG_6351_zpseb5d7ccd.jpg.html)

http://i1194.photobucket.com/albums/aa363/davesomm/IMG_6355_zpsce61b877.jpg (http://s1194.photobucket.com/user/davesomm/media/IMG_6355_zpsce61b877.jpg.html)

[Perchin' Dave]

Nice collection of outings there sir! Those shots Dave took were amazing!!!:Eye Pop: Sounds like you guys had some fun up there even if the fishing wasn't great. Can't get a legal on every trip, but man, you've been coming pretty dang close lately.:Wink: Looking forward to our upcoming event and hanging out with everyone. Glad Romeo made through his ordeal without too much drama. Hope to see you out there soon...and don't worry, no calls or texts Saturday night...Bachi-free evening!:LOL:

Don

Yes Don, the seascape was -very- inspiring and since there weren't fish to be found, I was able to document the area a bit. P. Dave

[Perchin' Dave]

Hi Commander!

What a great report! Seriously, take all of your reports, print them, send them to an editor and get it published as the ultimate socal surf fishing guide!!! Amazing!

1. I am going to set one of those pictures taken by Dave as my wallpaper.
6. I do not really think that you got skunked at all...You are a fisher of men and you caught a GREAT group of them!

Ken

SEE YOU AND EVERYONE ELSE AT HG5!!!

Hey Ken, yes, we had a great time anyways, and glad you loved the photo. dave See you at HG! dave

[Perchin' Dave]

Here's a video of the furthest point on the Northern Recon. Perchin' Dave

http://i1194.photobucket.com/albums/aa363/davesomm/th_IMG_6349_zps8cdd8f87.jpg (http://i1194.photobucket.com/albums/aa363/davesomm/IMG_6349_zps8cdd8f87.mp4)

[Perchin' Dave]

Here's Exfactor & Wingnut, first light. P. Dave

http://i1194.photobucket.com/albums/aa363/davesomm/IMG_6309_zps0fd62b67.jpg (http://s1194.photobucket.com/user/davesomm/media/IMG_6309_zps0fd62b67.jpg.html)

[Perchin' Dave]

And last, but not least, Wingnut & Exfactor near first light. P. Dave

http://i1194.photobucket.com/albums/aa363/davesomm/IMG_6306_zpsffed3e85.jpg (http://s1194.photobucket.com/user/davesomm/media/IMG_6306_zpsffed3e85.jpg.html)

[dlmoo312]

Looks like a great couple of weekend sessions with a variety of the SWAT group.
The hi-res photos look great. Looks like they belong on a postcard!
Sorry to hear about your skunk, but its kinda nice knowing that it can even happen to the commander :LOL:
Glad to hear nothing serious happened to Romeo. That's one tough puppy! A couple of years ago, the same thing happened to my roommate's jack russell and he had to be rushed straight to the vet.
Looking forward to Hunting Giants :Big Grin: Thanks for the report!


-Daniel

[Dawn Treader]

Fun reading your report Arthur ! And really goodtimes fishing with you. It sure was a beautiful day wasn't it. Dave captured some great memories. Wish I could have hung out a bit longer and joined you guys for some grub and comradeship . We should plan an adventure down to your neck of the beach sometime soon after HG5.

Brad

[iLLest]

What a bunch of great outings guys.
The first picture Dave looks amazing. You should try playing with the editing process and make it a HDR, the outcome would be pretty cool.
Arthur, you are human! you got skunked! It's a rare occurrence for sure. But man, look at that view and water, it's one of those days where it makes you appreciate just being out there and having a blast. Im sure you had a great time with the northern crew.
The water at Pea Soup is almost lake like :Shocked:
Oh and that foot print, definitely a chupacabra, its been sighted there ever since we've started fishing there lol.
Dan, good to see you out there bud, very classy move on showing the guy how to toss the LC brotha :Cool: let alone let him have it. Way to pay it forward my friend. The guy seems stoked and you know he'll put it to good use.
Sorry to hear about Romeo, bee stings suck for sure, but that last picture of him with the water bottle is priceless, that dog will be fineeeee lol.
I'll see you guys soon!

[Jaysuuun]

Never knew what a hard skunk was til know. I think everyone has experienced a hard skunk at some point come to think of it. Definitely makes us appreciate those slower days of fishing. Looks like the good company and beautiful scenery made up for it. Love those pics.

Poor pup! LOL Can't believe he got over it only after an hour! Youngins can get over just about anything.

Congrats on your 18th Legal! You are smokin everyone in the legal hali count....As always LOL

[Which Way Out]

HARD Skunk .:Shocked:

Great report guys, but I am glad I went Hunting Dove instead that weekend. Skunk is not my thing...

See ya soon at HG 5. Arthur I will try and contact you after the in-laws head back home and see what I can do at HG 5. My scheduled has been quite full.

WWO

[keepemlo]

Great pics ,,man it feels good when you see a spot that looks "fishy"you almost feel that every cast is gonna bring that monster,you cant wait to reel in cause the next spot you see to cast looks even fishier(is that a word)?the sea has many tricks,,wow still looks like a lot of fun,,thanks for the report,,lotsobites

[Rooster]

Great report and pics as always. Wow those first 5 pics are simply sick. Enjoyed the read. Cya soon

[Wingnut]

Hi Commander!

What a great report! Seriously, take all of your reports, print them, send them to an editor and get it published as the ultimate socal surf fishing guide!!! Amazing!

1. I am going to set one of those pictures taken by Dave as my wallpaper.
2. :Skunk: so what? Humble yourselves, therefore, under the mighty hand of God so that at the proper time he may exalt you (2 Peter 5:6) - THIS is why YOU are so blessed in life and fishing my friend! Thanks for showing us that you aren't the surf fishing god, just super-human surf fisherman!
3. Gotta love shopping with the misses right? Especially at an Asian market right? Especially before the harvest festival right? :ROFL:
4. Oh that "back to normal" picture is soooo cute! I hate to say it, but even with a swollen face, I can still picture how cute Romeo is! Hope he continues to do well.
5. You and Dan fishing chest deep makes me envious :Envious: at your "go for broke" attitude! I gots to be braver out there!
6. Last but not least, I do not really think that you got skunked at all...You are a fisher of men and you caught a GREAT group of them!

Ken

SEE YOU AND EVERYONE ELSE AT HG5!!!
Yes, those photos that Dave took were amazing...
Looking forward to seeing you and the family at HG5... you got grill duty brotha! :Wink:


:Applause: Great pics :Applause:
Great Barn Door...Knob Danimal :LOL:
Thnx for the post.
DR
:Cool:


Hi ya Commander!

WOW! .... What an eventful two weeks!
You were a busy guy ... I glad that we had an opportunity to get in some fishing together this past weekend! Good times!

I'm looking forward to seeing you and everyone else; in a few weeks, at HG-5! :Big Grin:

Thanx Arthur for another "Out of the park" report! :Thumbs Up:
Always great to fish with you Dan... see you and Rhonda next Saturday! :Big Grin:


Great report @Arthur. See tonights report from Dawn Treader/Swat. "Finally" a legal Brad :) Woo Hoo! I always appreciate seeing you visit north of LA, oh yeah! Perchin' Dave
Yes, that was a nice legal Halibut that Brad caught! :Envious:
Thanks for all the beautiful pics Dave, see you next Saturday! :Big Grin:


Nice collection of outings there sir! Those shots Dave took were amazing!!!:Eye Pop: Sounds like you guys had some fun up there even if the fishing wasn't great. Can't get a legal on every trip, but man, you've been coming pretty dang close lately.:Wink: Looking forward to our upcoming event and hanging out with everyone. Glad Romeo made through his ordeal without too much drama. Hope to see you out there soon...and don't worry, no calls or texts Saturday night...Bachi-free evening!:LOL:

Don
HG5 is coming up fast Don and I'm looking forward to seeing you and the family there. :Big Grin:
Thank you for everything you've done and are doing for the event my friend. :Thumbs Up:


Man Arturo,
The beaches up there look absolutely awesome.
It's always nice to get together with the Boys and enjoy a relaxing morning in the surf.
I have to tell you, for someone who only gets out on the weekends, you are sure tearing up the legal halibut. :Smile:
Poor Romeo, he looks like a Sharpei in that first piocture..:Rolls Eyes
Pups will be pups!
Thanks for the report and take care Bro,
Robert
<><
The scenery up there is absolutely a bonus Robert. I never regret a trip up North to hang with Yoda and the boys. :Big Grin:
See you next Saturday my friend. :Wink:


Those pics are impressive! Skunk does happen but when in good company it is trivial! Great report and pics and glad to hear Romeo recovered from the bee sting. Looking forward to seeing you at HG5!!!
Thanks Dan, HG5 is going to be a blast, see you next Saturday my friend. :Big Grin:


Looks like a great couple of weekend sessions with a variety of the SWAT group.
The hi-res photos look great. Looks like they belong on a postcard!
Sorry to hear about your skunk, but its kinda nice knowing that it can even happen to the commander :LOL:
Glad to hear nothing serious happened to Romeo. That's one tough puppy! A couple of years ago, the same thing happened to my roommate's jack russell and he had to be rushed straight to the vet.
Looking forward to Hunting Giants :Big Grin: Thanks for the report!


-Daniel
It's never fun getting the Skunk, but it does keep you grounded from time to time... :Wink:
See you next Saturday Daniel. :Big Grin:


Fun reading your report Arthur ! And really good times fishing with you. It sure was a beautiful day wasn't it. Dave captured some great memories. Wish I could have hung out a bit longer and joined you guys for some grub and comradeship . We should plan an adventure down to your neck of the beach sometime soon after HG5.

Brad
Congrats on your nice legal Halibut Brad. Your team is kicking butt this month! :Envious:
See you next Saturday!


What a bunch of great outings guys.
The first picture Dave looks amazing. You should try playing with the editing process and make it a HDR, the outcome would be pretty cool.
Arthur, you are human! you got skunked! It's a rare occurrence for sure. But man, look at that view and water, it's one of those days where it makes you appreciate just being out there and having a blast. Im sure you had a great time with the northern crew.
The water at Pea Soup is almost lake like :Shocked:
Oh and that foot print, definitely a chupacabra, its been sighted there ever since we've started fishing there lol.
Dan, good to see you out there bud, very classy move on showing the guy how to toss the LC brotha :Cool: let alone let him have it. Way to pay it forward my friend. The guy seems stoked and you know he'll put it to good use.
Sorry to hear about Romeo, bee stings suck for sure, but that last picture of him with the water bottle is priceless, that dog will be fineeeee lol.
I'll see you guys soon!
Chupacabra, lol Isn't creepy when hiking down that trail in the dark? I always look behind me to make sure nothing sneaks up on me, lol :LOL:
See you next Saturday Frank, you are our official photographer! :Big Grin:


Never knew what a hard skunk was til know. I think everyone has experienced a hard skunk at some point come to think of it. Definitely makes us appreciate those slower days of fishing. Looks like the good company and beautiful scenery made up for it. Love those pics.

Poor pup! LOL Can't believe he got over it only after an hour! Youngins can get over just about anything.

Congrats on your 18th Legal! You are smokin everyone in the legal hali count....As always LOL
I have to get far ahead in the legal Hali count Jason... never know when Peter or Robert decide to go on a hot streak and pass me up, lol :Envious:
I'll see you and Tess next Saturday! :Big Grin:


HARD Skunk .:Shocked:

Great report guys, but I am glad I went Hunting Dove instead that weekend. Skunk is not my thing...

See ya soon at HG 5. Arthur I will try and contact you after the in-laws head back home and see what I can do at HG 5. My scheduled has been quite full.

WWO
No worries Bill, I know you will find time for us even with your busy schedule... see you next Saturday! :Big Grin:


Great pics ,,man it feels good when you see a spot that looks "fishy"you almost feel that every cast is gonna bring that monster,you cant wait to reel in cause the next spot you see to cast looks even fishier(is that a word)?the sea has many tricks,,wow still looks like a lot of fun,,thanks for the report,,lotsobites
Thanks Stan, looking forward to seeing you again at HG5 buddy! :Cool:


Great report and pics as always. Wow those first 5 pics are simply sick. Enjoyed the read. Cya soon
Thank Rob, get read, HG5 is going be an epic event! See you next Saturday my friend. :Big Grin: