Author: Kevin

To say the dorado fishing was good this past summer is an understatement. These colorful, acrobatic pelagic fish invaded the offshore waters from San Diego to the Catalina Channel and beyond. With the abundance of dorado being close to home, private boaters as well as AM and PM half day boats were all able to get in on the action. Limits were not hard to come by and with these fish hanging around for as long as they did, we have to appreciate and reminisce on the amazing season we had. Longtime local fishermen stated that this past summer was…

When it comes to fishing tackle, nothing ruins lures, hooks, and fishing gear quicker than exposure to the saltwater environment. Enter the tackle box, a necessary tool for all fisherman to keep their tackle protected and organized. There is a direct correlation between being prepared and systematic to success on the water, hence the importance of a quality tackle storage system. In this article we will highlight some of the best tackle boxes and bags money can buy for the avid SoCal fisherman.   SKB Large Tackle Box 7200. 2021. Courtesy SKB Cases SKB Tackle Boxes SKB Tackle Boxes feature an…

The epic summer and fall fishing days in Southern California have come and gone. The holidays are approaching which often coincide with cooler weather and sluggish offshore fishing for SoCal anglers. Fortunately, there are still great fishing options this time of year which includes our excellent rockfish fishery. There are numerous different species of rockfish in Southern California that come in various sizes and colors. Some of the most common catches in our waters include Vermillion Rockfish “Red Snapper”, Boccacio “Salmon Grouper”, Olive Rockfish, Starry Rockfish, and Flag Rockfish to name a few. Aside from the various types of rockfish…