Category Archives: Kayak Fishing

Top Kayak Fish Finders – A Comprehensive Comparison

fish finders

Kayak fishing has gained immense popularity among outdoor enthusiasts, offering a unique and tranquil experience on the water. To enhance the fishing expedition, anglers often turn to technology, and one crucial tool in their arsenal is the fish finder. With a plethora of options available, choosing the right kayak fish finder can be a daunting […]

Fly Fishing From a Kayak and Choosing the Right Fly Rod Weight

Kayak Fly Fishing

Fly fishing has long been cherished for its meditative qualities, the connection it fosters between angler and nature, and the skill required to master the art of the cast. As the pursuit of this ancient pastime has evolved, so too have the methods and equipment used to enhance the experience. One such innovation is the […]

The Hilarious Quest for Catching California Halibut: A Beginner’s Guide to Nabbing the Sneakiest Flatfish

hilarious halibut

California Halibut fishing might sound like a serene and simple pastime, but let me assure you, it’s anything but! These crafty flatfish have a knack for eluding even the most experienced anglers. So, if you’re ready to embark on a laugh-out-loud adventure filled with tall tales, unexpected twists, and a boatload of absurdity, then grab […]

Fishing for Yellowtail in Southern California: A Thrilling Adventure

Yellowtail

Southern California is renowned for its beautiful beaches, picturesque coastline, and an abundance of marine life. Among the many species of fish that call these waters home, the yellowtail stands out as a prized catch for anglers. With its powerful fights and delectable taste, yellowtail fishing in SoCal is an exhilarating adventure that beckons both […]

How To Catch California Sheephead

pacific sheephead

Fishing For California Sheephead Fish come in many shapes and sizes but there is no fish more unique looking than the California Sheephead. These are also commonly called ‘Goats’ by locals fishing for Sheephead. This is not to be confused with the Sheepshead that lives along the eastern and southern seaboard. That fish strangely enough […]

Kayak Fishing So California Harbors and Bays

Kayak Fishing Harbors

I grew up in So Cal fishing rock quarries, small city lakes and local piers like Malibu and Long Beach. In this area the pressure on fish can be great. Fishing is often slow, and the average size of your catch poor as compared to some other parts of the country. As I grew up, […]

Kayak Fishing Catalina Island, Avalon

Catalina Calico

Twenty-six miles across the sea Santa Catalina is a-waitin’ for me, Santa Catalina, the island of fishing, fishing, fishing. Well that’s not exactly the words of the famous song about Catalina by The Four Preps but it could be! Lets see why Catalina Kayak Fishing is go great. The beautiful island of Catalina is not […]

5 Best Ocean Kayak Launches In Southern California

Kayaking with the Seals

Coastal Kayak Fishing Opens Up A World Of Possibilities Let’s face it, So Cal is crowded. Back in the 80’s when I used to fish Silverwood, Casitas or Perris Lake, even then you might not make it in before they would close the gates because it was over capacity for boats, cars, or whatever metric […]

Best Electric Fishing Reels For Deep Water Anglers – 2024

Ling Cod

Power Assist Fishing Reel Review Some of the best game fish come from extreme depths of our favorite fishing areas around the US. Whether you love to catch Tilefish off the Atlantic coast, big ugly Ling Cod off the northwest states or stubborn Gulf Grouper they all have one thing in common, deep water. To […]