The surface bite is still going strong at the Channel Islands.
We are still catching big numbers of Yellowtail fishing the local islands, Anacapa or Santa Cruz. The sea lions are reported making fishing difficult and on some days completely shutting the bite off. If they are not taking your bait, they are stealing your fish. Anacapa was un-fishable this past Friday because of seals according to several of the captains. Still, despite the army of pinniped, we are landing outstanding numbers of fish. The Yellows are also starting to get bigger. Many anglers coming out ready for Yellowtail in the 10-20 pound class are getting rocked by our “Home Guard” Yellows. These fish are upwards of 40+ pounds and will test even the most seasoned angler with heavy gear. Still, we are catching mostly smaller Yellowtail, more than manageable on 25 pound gear.
Best Calico bass fishing in years continues.
Besides game fish, we are still having one of the best Calico Bass years in recent memory. Barracuda are still hanging around and the Halibut bite is also picking up. The season is still rolling strong with no sign of slowing down anytime soon. Still, our “be ready for anything” recommendation stands until further notice.
Rockfishing good at the Outer Islands.
Outer Island fishing continues to be good also, with limit catches of Rockfish, Lingcod, Whitefish and some sheephead.
Whoppers from the past week.
Todd Royer from Camarillo caught a 16lb Yellowtail on a full day charter aboard the Erna B.
Rick Rudy from Ojai caught a 15lb Yellowtail on a 3/4 day trip aboard the Gentleman.
Josh Anguiano from Santa Barbara caught a 70lb Mako Shark on a 3/4 day trip aboard the Gentleman.
Brett Young from Northridge caught a 15lb Boccacio on a overnight trip aboard the Pacific Islander.
Oscar Rodriquez from Los Angeles caught a 25lb Yellowtail on a full day charter aboard the Seabiscuit.
Kalie Wray from Oxnard caught a 5lb Yellowtail on a full day charter aboard the Aloha Spirit.
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