American Sportfishing Association Policy Alert

Tell the White House That the New National Policy for the Ocean, Coasts and Great Lakes Must Safeguard Recreational Fishing.

Your input is needed to ensure that this new national policy does not restrict people from enjoying saltwater and freshwater recreational fishing.

Within the next 30 - 60 days, the Obama Administration is planning to issue a final report, and possibly other management guidance, intended to govern the management of the nation's oceans, coastal areas and Great Lakes. The plan originated in June 2009, when President Obama created the Interagency Ocean Policy Task Force. The Task Force, led by the Chair of the Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), was charged with developing a national policy for conserving and managing the United States ocean territory and the Great Lakes. The policy will govern ocean and Great Lakes resource management and coordinate efforts among the many federal, state and local agencies that oversee a significant portion of our nation's waters.

The White House is in the final stages of developing the final report, which must balance sustainable uses with ocean and Great Lakes conservation. It is important that the administration recognizes and promotes the economic and conservation contributions of outdoor recreation, including recreational fishing and boating. Without such recognition, decisions made under this national oceans and Great Lakes policy could be used to close saltwater and freshwater recreational fishing areas.

Anglers and boaters are the original stewards of our environment. If you take us off the water, this country will lose a vital element in the conservation of our fisheries resources. Outdoor recreation is a part of our way of life and we need to ensure that it remains an option for all Americas.

Click here or visit www.keepamericafishing.org to send a letter to President Obama and other key policy makers urging the Task Force to include recreational fishing and boating in the national policy. When you send this letter to President Obama, it will automatically be sent to your Members of Congress.

Make sure your voice is heard so that anglers' and boaters' conservation, economic and social contributions are recognized as a key component of the policy.

ASA Communications
American Sportfishing Association
225 Reinekers Lane, Suite 420
Alexandria, VA 22314
|(703) 519-9691 ex. 222
asacomm@asafishing.org

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We had a great turn out at the Fred Hall Fishing show this year and we wanted to say Thank You for stopping by to say hi and get your charters on the schedule!  We are full speed on our engine repower and looking forward to getting back in the water at the end of May.  We are anticipating a great fishing season for spring and summer.  We will keeping working hard in the shipyard and see you soon on the water!

(949) 836-8085 for charter Informationand Reservations.

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The Big Game 90 once again kicks off their season from Long Beach Marina with 976-TUNA.

This is a 2 day Island freelance trip leaving Wednesday night March 17

OK so you all got new gear at the Fred Hall Show. Give it all a test run on this trip with your chance to win a free ride on the next Big Game 90 trip and a trip to Palmas de Cortez.

Cost of the trip is just $200

This will be a tool belt trip with the big fish riding for free on the next 976-TUNA 2 day trip leaving March 31 plus the tool belt winner will be in our end of the year fish off for a chance to win a 6 day stay at Hotel Palmas de Cortez.

Come fish with Earl the Peral McVicar for good times and good fishing.

Call Rick at 310-328-8426 for reservations now or CLICK HERE to book right on line.

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Call and make your reservations for the following trips!!!

LAST TWO WEEKS OF THE POT OF GOLD STARTS TOMORROW!!! Only 10 more trips to land "THE BIG ONE" and get yourself in the TOP 25 FISHOFF FOR THE POT!

Running Wednesday March 10, 2010!!  Pot of Gold Halibut Derby on the Native Sun!!!  Skippered by Kevin Nguyen is running our annual Pot of Gold Halibut Derby running Wednesday through Sunday departing at 9am and returns at 5pm.  Tickets are $50 which includes your entry fees. 

ROCKFISH  on the ¾ day! Skippered Jeff Villapando the Icon is on a single ¾ day run Saturday, Sunday, and Monday fishing locally for Rockfish, Sand bass and Sculpin. Trip departs at 7am. Tickets are $48 save an additional $5 when you prepay with your reservation!! Monday prepay special, tickets are only $40 when you prepay with your reservation!!! Please be prepaid by 5pm on Sunday.

The Tide Change is online to run full day trips to Catalina Sat. through Mon.  The cost is $60 and there is a Monday Mayhem special when you prepay with your reservations tickets are $50.  The trip is 6am - 6pm

Call between 8am and 5pm for reservations or further information at 562-432-8993 or check out [link]

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The Constitution out of H & M Landing has a 2 day trip leaving Friday night March 12 at 7 pm.

FRIDAY NIGHT

Just a few spots left on this one, the cost is $300 and that includes your meals.

Call 951-660-4130 for reservations.

Listen to the latest from Joe - Click Here For Live Report

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After a few days of wind the Spitfire out of Marina Del Rey Sportfishing will be back on line daily leaving at 6:30.

Call 310-822-3625 for reservations.

Listen to Jeremy live - Click Here For Live Report

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The Legend teams up with Penn and Berkley and will be headed out Friday night March 12 for a yellowtail special.

Friday Night

This is a Berkley/Penn trip with lot's of Give-A-Ways

The yellows are still on the chew. Get yours on the Legend.

As always plenty of free parking at Seaforth Landing.

Call 619-224-3383 for reservations before it's too late.

Click Here for a full Legend 2010 schedule and ride the one the only the Legend.

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Overnight trips, full day trips, 1/2 day, or twilight trips Bongos has what you are looking for in a 6 pack charter.

Being one of the best. Bongos books fast.
So choose your best dates now and call 949-673-2810 for more information and to book your trip.

From sunup to sundown... BONGOS
offers you a " holiday of fishing" here in Southern California.

Just another day in paradise fishing on the Bongos

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Captain Chuck Taft and the Sea Adventure II is just about ready to roll and they can't wait to take you fishing.

The Sea Adventure II is now booking charters for the upcoming offshore season.

Now is the time to get your groups charter together and be one of the first to ride the Sea Adventure II

Call 760-753-8394 for charter information and to book your trip.

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The Dominator and Captain Frank D'Anna out of Mission Bay Sportfishing now taking charter reservations for the upcoming season.

The perfect boat for up to 30 anglers on an overnight trip or 25 anglers for a 1.5 or 2 day adventure.

Get your group together and don't miss out on the dates you want. Don't be left standing at the dock.

CLICK HERE for charter rates then call 619-884-9326 to get more information and book your trip.

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The Chubasco III 6 pack out of Long Beach Sportfishing is now booking charters for the season.

 Captain Darryl Sato knows how to put you on the fish.

The Chubasco III offers big boat comfort and stability for the smaller sized fishing party whether your destination is Catalina Island or tuna trips to the Southern California outer banks.

The Chubasco III offers berthing for up to six people, a sit down salon, a wide open cockpit substantial live bait system not often found on vessels of this size.  State of the art electronics, years of experience, and a crew with a passion for what they do guarantee that your chances for success are the best we have to offer.

Book Now to get the dates you want.

Tell them 976-TUNA sent you.

Call 818-345-3154 now for information and to book your trip.

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The East Cape region of Baja offers some of the best Blue Marlin fishing anywhere during the summer months.  In a three week period during August 2008, six Blues over 600 lbs. and three over 800 lbs. were taken by Van Wormer Resorts boats!  Numerous other big Blues were released or lost during the "HOT" summer season.
 
Large Yellowfin abound in East Cape waters during August, and numerous fish over 200 lbs. are caught each year.  Many are lost!  You will learn what it takes to catch these tough customers.
 
Join Captain Kit mcNear at Hotel Palmas De Cortez and really learn "HOW TO" increase your chances of catching that fish of a lifetime.  Evening seminars will cover all areas of tackle and techniques for lure and large live bait fishing.  The following will be covered in detail - using Terrafin information, catching live bait, bridling big baits, tuna tubes, all aspects of fishing with marlin lures including rigging, using Cannon downriggers with bait/lures, and stand-up techniques. 
 
Techniques and "tricks" for catching large Yellowfin Tuna on live bait/lures will be covered including detailed information on spreader bars.
 
Instructional "How To" video from Telle award winner Danny Jackson will also be utilized during the evening seminars.  All participants will have the opportunity to personally discuss tackle options with Kit prior to the school.

Call 877-777-8862 for more information and don't forget to ask about the 10% discount when you book your trip.

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If you are an avid big-game fisherman or you just want a day on the water away from all the 'chaos', the HI-COUNT is the boat for you! We are sponsored by Pro Gear Reels and provide all of the tackle that you will need. Complimentary fish processing is included on each trip: we will clean and freezer-pack your catch while we return to the dock.
 

The HI-COUNT is available for half day, ¾ day, twilight, overnight all day, or multi-day trips. We also offer Harbor Cruises, Whale Watching, and Christmas Parade Cruises during the winter months.
 

They are taking charter reservations. So call now to get the dates you want.

For more information and to book your trip call 714-809-9772 or Point Loma Sportfishing at 619-223-1627.

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The Indian out of H & M Landing has their rock fishing season going full speed. They will have trips leaving every Friday night and the cost is just $125 and that includes your permits.

Call 619-222-1144 for reservations.

The Indian will also be running mid week rockcod price buster specials leaving every Tuesday night for just $99 and that includes your permits. WOW!

Call 619-523-8862 for reservations on these mid week trips.

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Welcome 2010 Fishing season! We are antiocipating a great El nino event this year- and great fishing!!! Book your charter by the end of February to take advantage of last year's pricing!!! Call Mark today!!! 619-518-8701 We look forward to welcoming you aboard the Eclipse this year! Tight Lines and Sharp Hooks!

The newly named Eclipse is a Southern California classic Sportfishing platform. New owner/operators Capt Mark Gillette and Capt Chris Switzer present to you the finest San Diego has to offer. The two have worked in the one day and Long Range fleet for over 30 combined years. The Eclipse brings forth the latest in fish finding and catching ability- including side scanning sonar and Satellite Sea Surface temperature charts.

Come experience superior customer service, fish handling and quality food aboard this spacious vessel. Large bunks- sleeping up to 30, galley seating for over 20 and plenty of room on the outer fishing platform- Eclipse will meet and exceed your Sportfishing needs and expectations. Capt Mark and Capt Chris welcome you aboard for a new and unique fishing experience.

619-518-8701

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San Quintin Update, Baja California Norte
Windy and rough but great weather for the weekend

San Quintin has windy, rough weather but the forecast for the weekend is fantastic. There has been a few yellowtail near San Martin Island as well as some coastal white seabass, big bonito and nice halibut. The water temps are very warm due to the El Nino so look for an early season this year.

   Excellent fishing continues for a variety of botton fish. Lots of lingcod, red snapper, salmon grouper continue to bite wide open as the bite has been execllent. A 12 pounce torpedo sinker with a 2-Hook ganion has been a fantastic way to catch a limit of the finest eating fish in the sea. Great action this winter. Look for lots of early yellowtail with good weather.

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Ensenada Update. Baja California Norte

Windy rough weather has kept most of the boats in port the past few days. The forecast for the weekend is great so here we go. Along the coast, we have been seeing a few calico and sand bass, an occassional halibut and even a few white seabass. 
   The focus however, remains the rockfish and lingcod. That bite has been excellent with lots of bottom grabbers for all. In addition, there has still been some jumbo squid to 50 pounds around too. Perfect tackle for the rockfish is a 12 ounce torpedo sinker along with a 2 hook rig with 2-O sized hooks. Live sardines or a strip of squid. Look for yellowtail to get back on the bite with the nice weekend weather on the horizon.

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Whale Watching in Ensenada

Gray whales have the longest known migration of any mammal. They travel 10,000-12,000 miles round trip every year between their winter calving lagoons in the warm waters of Mexico and their summer feeding grounds in the cold Arctic seas. Thanks to its nearshore migration route, we can observe the gray along its journey out of Ensenada.

Call 011 52 646-172-5444 to get on a Baja Whale Watch Adventure

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 By Patrik Jonsson Patrik Jonsson - Atlanta - The Obama administration has proposed using United Nations-guided principles to expand a type of zoning to coastal and even some inland waters. That's raising concerns among fishermen that their favorite fishing holes may soon be off-limits for bait-casting.

Click to read More- Fishermen's fear: Public's 'right to fish' shifting under Obama? - Yahoo! News

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Fish 2010 at 2007 Prices

The Legend is ready to rock and no one will rock your fishing world better than Shawn and the boys on the Legend.

The Legend has their 2010 Summer/Fall schedule up. All these trips are sponsored trips with plenty of Give-A-Ways.

A 2.5 day Memorial Day Special leaves Friday May 28

A 1.5 day Blackwater International trip leaves friday June 11

A 2.5 day Accurate Father's Day trip leaves Friday June 18

A 1.5 day Izorline trip leaves Monday June 28 

CLICK HERE for a full Summer/Fall schedule then call the Legend office at 619-722-6471 for reservations.

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Pasadena, CA March 13, 14 Pasadena Convention Center

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Memorial Day 2 day Island Freelance
fishing May 30and May 31
depart 9pm May 29 return 7pm May 31
$260 food extra Limited 30 passengers

White Sea Bass 2 day trip[limit 3 per day}
Fishing June 16&17
Depart 9pm June 15 return 7pm June 17
$260 food extra. Limited 30 passengers

2 Day July 4&5 Cortez/Tuna Trip
Depart 9pm July 2 return 10 pm July 4
$325 food extra. Mexican permits extra if needed.
Limited 30 passengers

2.5 Labor Day Trip Sept.4&5 Cortez/Tuna
Depart 9pm Sept 3 return early am Sept 6
$395 food extra. Mexican  permits extra if needed.
Limited 30 passengers

Call 562-983-9300 for reservations

As of now no fuel surcharge.

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Join instructor Captain Kit McNear and really learn "How To" catch big Roosters and Wahoo at one of the top spots on the planet, Hotel Punta Colorada. Mid summer is the prime time for hot weather and hot fishing! Evening seminars with great "How To" video will cover all aspects of live bait and lure techniques, including fishing with Cannon downriggers for Wahoo. Techniques and tricks for catching Marlin, Tuna and Dorado will also be covered at this special school. This was our most popular school last year, so don't miss out on this FUN and informative 5 day event at the Roosterfish Capital of the World, Hotel Punta Colorada.

Call 877-777-8862 for more information and to book your trip. Don't forget to ask about the 10% discount.

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Attention Anglers:

The season has begun.  The yellowtail bite at the Coronados last week is only the beginning.  Wouldn't it have been nice if you were actually on the water instead of reading about the hot bite? 
For the springtime the Hi-Count is offering special pricing for 1 day and 1.5 day trips.

  Yellowtail and white seabass will be our primary targets, and these voyages include food.

 Call Jason now at 714-809-9772

"Come experience what experience has to offer!"

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What can we expect to catch today?

I am asked this question all the time while preparing our charter customers and our crews for the day's activities. And, while I can certainly understand why people want to know what to expect...I've probably asked that question in the past myself...there is no good way to answer this question. I know what is possible to see, I know what we are equipped to catch and what we are trolling for, but I have no idea what the day will bring. So I usually answer this by telling that person to let me know once they come back from their trip and we will both wait to be surprised.

And it is often a surprise at this time of the year. It is truly amazing the variety of species that we find here, especially as we are not yet being covered up by bill fish or by mahi-mahi. This is the time of the year when we pull out all of our tools and toys and experiment to see what we can come up with.

An example of this "surprise" , a few weeks ago I was out with some people who just wanted to do some "deep drops" to get either a big snapper or grouper. We had a good morning and came back with more than enough fish to eat well for the next few days. As we tied off and I jumped off the boat, I noticed a crowd checking out the water right behind the Sea Phantom run by Captain Beto. As I was in a hurry to get back to my shop in order to get things ready for the afternoon charters, I didn't take time to see what it was that people were looking at as I assumed they had spotted one of the rays or barracudas that often visit the marina. However, as I returned to the marina with our afternoon charters, my curiosity got to me and I took a look over the side. Holy smokes! There it was, a big bull shark...must have been over 250 lbs...tethered off the back of the boat. NICE! What a thrill for the clients and what a spectacle it made later that day as the fish was later processed and handed out to the local families.

Another example of the daily "surprise" came a few days later. The wahoo bite suddenly turned on and some of the boats reported in with multiple hookups...one of them, Wild Bill with Captain Caballo, hooking up with 4 at once. While not all got landed, there was a nice showing on the dock at the end of the day, including a beautiful 47 pounder. So, now it's time to wrap this up and head over to the dock to see what's up for today's surprise. Enjoy the pictures of the surprises -

Until the next time, keep your lines tight!
Bob
We are!! Captain Rick's

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