I was born a poor .....

Still poor, not really . But I'm just getting back into fishing, after a 20 something year break.
My luck is I've decided to start fishing again in California's biggest drought in 30 years. DOH!
I/we my lady and I just bought very beginner kayaks, So far I've made two outings, no fish and I've not drowned, so still in the win column.
Lurking on this board has been very helpful, so thank you all.
If you see a grey bearded guy fishing in a lime green non-fishing kayak, say Hi

Tom 
I'll be spotted mostly around Sacramento

Be careful, the sport is very addicting and can get expensive.  Half the cost battle is won by including your lady.   Welcome aboard and good fishing!!!

Welcome to NCKA Tom 

Welcome Tom

Welcome Tom! SOMA's words are wise. Have fun, and see you on the water.
 -Amos

Nice Intro!!!

  Your in the right place…

 see ya on the water...

But you will die rich. Between all the great adventures and all the awesome people you meet, your life will be enhanced.
Although you will be broke. Give anything of any value to your kin now before you need to pawn.

welcome Tom and yes kayak fishing is addictive so give up hope of ever escaping the clutches of kayak fishing what you can look forward to fresh air, a good workout,oh and coming home with a fish dinner. now that's an addiction I can afford  Tim   ps happy yaking

But you will die rich. Between all the great adventures and all the awesome people you meet, your life will be enhanced.
Although you will be broke. Give anything of any value to your kin now before you need to pawn.

+1.  I completely agree.  The adventures, friendship, memories are priceless.  Welcome to NCKA, hope to see you on the water sometime.

Love the intro Tom. Welcome aboard brother. I'm not rich but willing to share what I have with you.

Jedmo

Hey, we're not riding around in 40' yachts 
Welcome to Nucka!

Welcome Bro
not much left to say, NCKA brothers covered it well

Sorry to hear your Poor, this kayaking thing aint going to help. Welcome.. 

My budget was 500 to get into kayak and fish.. Now its over 1300 spent and I bought a used Kayak..  I plan on catching 10 WSB and a lot of lings within the next few years. I will hope to cover the kayak with all the fish $$ ill be saving instead of buying from the market... Its how I justified it to my wife; and she dont even eat fish.

Thanks all for the warm welcome.

Indeed it has been fun so far, haven't been able to catch anything yet. But being out is were it's at. Last weekend I was threatened by a swan, nearly pooped on by cormorants, but had a fantastic time anyway.
Maybe that's why I'm not catching much , but that's ok by me. Like you all have said , being out and paddling is good for the soul.