Spiny Lobster season opener

[EVS911]

Looking for some guys to go out hoopin in either Dana Point or Newport Beach....also willing to travel south to SD as well...just looking for some company out there...Planning on Mon. 10/11.....:luxhello::lobster:

[rabi619]

ill hoop sd bay with ya just let me know :lobster::lobster:

[roadx]

ill be hitting mission bay jetty pulling nets saturday 12:01am

[WahooUSMA]

Looking for some guys to go out hoopin in either Dana Point or Newport Beach....also willing to travel south to SD as well...just looking for some company out there...Planning on Mon. 10/11.....:luxhello::lobster:

I've been dying to try some hooping....I might be able to join you if you go to NP or Dana.

[miguelitro]

ill be hitting mission bay jetty pulling nets saturday 12:01am

If there are waves, i'll be at the jetty freediving, if its as flat as it is now, I'll be at some "secret" spots:D:eek:

[roadx]

If there are waves, i'll be at the jetty freediving, if its as flat as it is now, I'll be at some "secret" spots:D:eek:

secret spots i wanna go :D i'll bring the beer

[EVS911]

ill hoop sd bay with ya just let me know :lobster::lobster:

Do you launch out of Shelter Island...

[EVS911]

I've been dying to try some hooping....I might be able to join you if you go to NP or Dana.

Never hooped Dana and wouldnt mind going out....might be nice to bring one more who knows the area...Newport...I have had hit and miss...but still nice to go out...

[EVS911]

If there are waves, i'll be at the jetty freediving, if its as flat as it is now, I'll be at some "secret" spots:D:eek:


Roadx will bring the beer...I will cook...and the ladies will dance for us all night long...:the_finger:

[rabi619]

Do you launch out of Shelter Island...

no shelter island is to far... there is another spot which cuts your paddle in half

[bluesquids]

If there are waves, i'll be at the jetty freediving, if its as flat as it is now, I'll be at some "secret" spots:D:eek:
Below is something I just read about the jetties...............

"According to the report I just heard on KPBS, they are today starting preparations to dredge the channel of Mission Bay, with plans to start the actual sand removal on Sept. 26. I wonder how that might affect the opening weekend of lobster season?"

[newguy01]

pardon my ignorance when is the opening season start for the guys in the know?

[WahooUSMA]

Roadx will bring the beer...I will cook...and the ladies will dance for us all night long...:the_finger:

I'm in!

[EVS911]

no shelter island is to far... there is another spot which cuts your paddle in half

I have a pro angler so ....I need to be close due to it is a mother to pull to the water...what kind of launch is it...?

[EVS911]

pardon my ignorance when is the opening season start for the guys in the know?


Straight from DFG...:
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[newguy01]

thanks for the info go get them guys

[roadx]

Below is something I just read about the jetties...............

"According to the report I just heard on KPBS, they are today starting preparations to dredge the channel of Mission Bay, with plans to start the actual sand removal on Sept. 26. I wonder how that might affect the opening weekend of lobster season?"


i know they were replacing/repositioning rocks at the end of the jetty between mission bay and san diego river earlier this summer. not sure what else is planned. im sure dredging the channel would not be a good.

i have a couple backup plans just in case. plus miguelitro's secret spots :D

[Gigafish]

Yum yum Going to get me some with Football season back Super Sunday barbecue. Can't wait.

[rabi619]

I have a pro angler so ....I need to be close due to it is a mother to pull to the water...what kind of launch is it...?

Very easy launch, couple of steps and about 15 feet of beach depending on tide.

[EVS911]

Very easy launch, couple of steps and about 15 feet of beach depending on tide.


Im in....

[miguelitro]

I've been doing alot of freediving and have come across some holes that are stuffed with bugs. think 15-25 piled up! Could easily grab them in the daylight:D

[EVS911]

I've been doing alot of freediving and have come across some holes that are stuffed with bugs. think 15-25 piled up! Could easily grab them in the daylight:D

If you need a boat...let me know...

[miguelitro]

no need for a boat for these bugs, its a 5 minute swim off the beach:D

[roadx]

no need for a boat for these bugs, its a 5 minute swim off the beach:D


well in that case, you can swim out and we will wait for you with beer, butter and dancing girls. :D

[bmercury]

Be careful out there. Lobster season = WFO on idiot.

[Slappy]

Don't go on opening night. Its crazy out of Dana and Newport. If you go make sure your kayak is lit up like a Christmas Tree. If you are staying near the breakwater or in the harbor you are crazy. Too many amateur boaters that usually don't know what they are doing. I usually wait a week for the excitement to wear off. There are plenty of lobster.

[roadx]

Below is something I just read about the jetties...............

"According to the report I just heard on KPBS, they are today starting preparations to dredge the channel of Mission Bay, with plans to start the actual sand removal on Sept. 26. I wonder how that might affect the opening weekend of lobster season?"

update

the dredge is sitting off of mariners point in mission bay and pipe is being stacked on the south side.
not sure when dredging will start but as far as i know the channel and surrounding areas have not been disturb yet. :luxhello:

[jorluivil]

Can I join the group? I talked to my partner and it looks like he's not going so I'm riding solo.

[roadx]

Can I join the group? I talked to my partner and it looks like he's not going so I'm riding solo.

no group but your welcome to go, a coworker might join me but thats still not set.

PM sent explaining where and why im going to a particular area.

[miguelitro]

wheres my pm steve:D

So, it looks like the swell is going to be sticking around through the weekend. be careful on the yaks guys
Mike

[roadx]

wheres my pm steve:D

bro your like family your all ways invited :cheers1:
call me

[EVS911]

Roadx....when and where bro...im in...

[roadx]

the closest parking to the jetty with overnight or late night parking is where the yellow X is across from belmont park on the bay side. short paddle to mariners point where i will try first (red dots) or into the jetty. bring your wheels you need them for a short haul to the water from the parking lot.

i'll be there around 11:15 and launch at 11:30ish

if you need direction let me know and who ever want to go lets hook up


http://i951.photobucket.com/albums/ad353/xroadx/mariners.jpg?t=1285797870

[roadx]

meet me in the parking lot at 3071 Mission Blvd, San Diego, CA 92109 on the east side (bay side), across from belmont park. i will be parked at the very southeast corner where overnight parking is legal.
call me @ 619 980 two zero eight seven

steve

[EVS911]

meet me in the parking lot at 3071 Mission Blvd, San Diego, CA 92109 on the east side (bay side), across from belmont park. i will be parked at the very southeast corner where overnight parking is legal.
call me @ 619 980 two zero eight seven

steve

How late are you going to stay out till...:you_rock:

[roadx]

im thinking at least two/three hours or like fishing until you know it's time to go in or bag limit :). start at mariners point then if that doesnt pan out go across to mission point and around the corner and hit the main jetty, leap froging the nets until someone finds a crawl and cover that area.
im always open to suggestions.

the cool thing about mariners point is there's a bird sanctuary on the point so theres no fishing from shore, it also has good tidal flow and surrounded by eel grass beds.

my buddy from work will be joining me/us

[roadx]

by the way im taking three nets, my logic is quick pulls and cover more ground by leap frogging

[miguelitro]

steve- take a couple extra beers for me, I'll swim up and bum one or two:D
also, i have 5-6 smaller macks if you need some bait.
Mike

[roadx]

steve- take a couple extra beers for me, I'll swim up and bum one or two:D
also, i have 5-6 smaller macks if you need some bait.
Mike



bring the bait if you want to get rid of it. i'll make sure and bring some extra beers :cheers1:

[-scallywag-]

dude, you guys are freakin crazy for tackling the MB jetty on the opener....cluster F@$& !!!!!!

I live in the area, love lobster and have plenty of nets but the only reason I would venture to that area on that day is to stand on the jetty and film the carnage....but as long as you and your yak survive I'm sure you'll have a good story.


and Mikey,

keep your grubby mitts outta my bug holes!!!! :biggrinjester:

[EVS911]

And that is why im going out about 2am...all the novice people will be leaving and going home...

[miguelitro]

dude, you guys are freakin crazy for tackling the MB jetty on the opener....cluster F@$& !!!!!!

I live in the area, love lobster and have plenty of nets but the only reason I would venture to that area on that day is to stand on the jetty and film the carnage....but as long as you and your yak survive I'm sure you'll have a good story.


and Mikey,

keep your grubby mitts outta my bug holes!!!! :biggrinjester:

we'll be fine:D sure hope to limit out by 2 before the pros get out there:biggrinjester:
Mike

[Jzo]

Good luck to everyone and be safe.

[T Bone]

Im doing Dana.Wheat colored big game "Lit up like a christmas tree"

[roadx]

mission bay sand colored hobie outback with white anchor light and promar blue light on top. wearing blue PFD :luxhello::lobster:
dont forget to fill out your lobster card and bring a grease pencil or pen

[T Bone]

:lobster::lobster::lobster::lobster::lobster::lobs ter::lobster::cheers1:

[miguelitro]

tried taking a nap, didn't happen, but at least i had a chance to get hydrated. can't wait to get in the water and I don't even eat lobster, might have to eat one but near a toilet for sure:D
I think I just like the adventure!
Mike