DrDave now in Santa Rosa and Redding

Well, almost settled in and exploring. What a great place to live! Still need to get my kayak up here. In the meanwhile, I tried my hand with surf fishing for perch after reading a lot about it and both times got no bites, but viewed beautiful water. Any suggestions for surf fishing locations along the Sonoma coast?
 

We used to fish North beach or south beach at Pt. Reyes, caught perch, halibut, starry flounder and 1 or 2 stripers

The only challenge.... there is literally no room for my kayak... so now to find a storage unit for the yak somewhere close in. Anyone have any ideas?

Thanks,
 

Ravensblack's house!!!  Or Leepin's shop.

I could squeeze one more kayak in the shop. Located in Cotati. Send me a PM


Bushy

Reflecting and Rebooting...

I recently spent some vacation time with my now adult children. We shared great memories of kayak fishing in Shasta and Humboldt Counties. I am indebted to Loleta Eric for starting us on the path of great saltwater adventures and for sharing the joys of kayak fishing with my sons and I on more than one occasion off the Humboldt Coast over the years. It seems like just yesterday when they were just little guys and now young men with a great appreciation of these experiences and now adventuring on their own in their own way. I am also appreciative of the many times my boys met or just bumped into NCKA members. Although brief introductions or fishing in the same pond/ocean at the same time my boy's can recount the many wonderful people along the way.

Life happens when you plan. Last year I was lucky enough to take on a wonderful job in Santa Rosa. In addition, I was blessed to have Allen (otobepelagic) generously provide storage for my kayaks and trailer since the condo I leased did not have secure storage. Thank you Allen! You are awesome! The only problem was between last year's fire storm, challenges our district faced and then later some health issues, I went out just once for the crab opener at Doran Beach and that was it. Not complaining... just saying I am long over due for some saltwater.

And now... moved out of condo, found a wonderful tank house in the middle of a vineyard with room available for my yaks and I am itching to discover the Sonoma Coast I have have been dreaming of since last year!

I have been reading the postings and hope to join someone on the Sonoma Coast for first time tag alongs adventures in new locations. Wine or beer offerings gladly offered!

Anyone heading out Friday, 7/20/18? and do not mind a follower? 

 

We have amazing members always willing to help in anyways.
Glad to hear you're ready to rediscover the salt again.
Let's try to hook up sometime for some gaper clams if it's your cup of tea 

We have amazing members always willing to help in anyways.
Glad to hear you're ready to rediscover the salt again.
Let's try to hook up sometime for some gaper clams if it's your cup of tea 

Thanks Jason, Interesting you mention clamming. I have just been looking into clamming locally. I have read and watched just about every video possible. We attempted clamming once years ago with my son in Oregon with no luck, but had a good time in the muddy sand. I am looking at first decent low tide and time, perhaps at Doran. My son, just came through to visit and dropped off clam shovel and bucket. Anytime you are wanting to head out, I am in 👍

Hey Doc, if you are free on a Monday or Tuesday you are more than welcome to join me on a trip to Tomales Bay or the Sonoma Coast. I have a few friends that are great company and I am sure you would have a good time.
David

We have amazing members always willing to help in anyways.
Glad to hear you're ready to rediscover the salt again.
Let's try to hook up sometime for some gaper clams if it's your cup of tea 

Thanks Jason, Interesting you mention clamming. I have just been looking into clamming locally. I have read and watched just about every video possible. We attempted clamming once years ago with my son in Oregon with no luck, but had a good time in the muddy sand. I am looking at first decent low tide and time, perhaps at Doran. My son, just came through to visit and dropped off clam shovel and bucket. Anytime you are wanting to head out, I am in 👍

Yes let’s do it sometime. 

Hey Doc, if you are free on a Monday or Tuesday you are more than welcome to join me on a trip to Tomales Bay or the Sonoma Coast. I have a few friends that are great company and I am sure you would have a good time.
David

Wow, thank you. I can definitely adjust my calendar and am available Monday if you are heading out somewhere. I am probably set for rockfish/lingcod and salmon fishing. I might need some slight readjust to rigs, etc down in this zone. I have not been fishing for Halibut (ok once) and may need to do some homework and rigging to head to Tomales Bay. If Monday works, let me know and perhaps I could pick your brain for the right rigging/gear. 👍 Thank you 😎

We have amazing members always willing to help in anyways.
Glad to hear you're ready to rediscover the salt again.
Let's try to hook up sometime for some gaper clams if it's your cup of tea 

Thanks Jason, Interesting you mention clamming. I have just been looking into clamming locally. I have read and watched just about every video possible. We attempted clamming once years ago with my son in Oregon with no luck, but had a good time in the muddy sand. I am looking at first decent low tide and time, perhaps at Doran. My son, just came through to visit and dropped off clam shovel and bucket. Anytime you are wanting to head out, I am in 👍

Yes let’s do it sometime. 

Sounds great, looking for that first low tide!

Hey Doc, if you are free on a Monday or Tuesday you are more than welcome to join me on a trip to Tomales Bay or the Sonoma Coast. I have a few friends that are great company and I am sure you would have a good time.
David

Wow, thank you. I can definitely adjust my calendar and am available Monday if you are heading out somewhere. I am probably set for rockfish/lingcod and salmon fishing. I might need some slight readjust to rigs, etc down in this zone. I have not been fishing for Halibut (ok once) and may need to do some homework and rigging to head to Tomales Bay. If Monday works, let me know and perhaps I could pick your brain for the right rigging/gear. 👍 Thank you 😎

Ok great. The conditions on the coast look great for monday.
I plan to fish for rockfish and lings. If the conditions change I will fish inside Tomales.
I will send a PM
David

Super! Thank you👍