Beach and park closure San Diego - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

bolocop · 03-23-2020, 05:52 PM

Does anyone know if this affects passage to the ocean via the LJ launch? I would guess so. Hopefully, I’m wrong!

Don’t want to be fined for launching my kayak!

FISH11 · 03-23-2020, 07:02 PM

X2

FoodGeekFish · 03-23-2020, 10:12 PM

LJ Shores is a city beach, so yes, it is under the "umbrella" of the closures.

govomit · 03-24-2020, 04:47 AM

If the surfers are in - we are in too. They are a much bigger and influential crowd.

FISH11 · 03-24-2020, 07:02 AM

A couple guys launching right now. Also there are people walking and running on the beach, not as many as usual but there are some. The surfer are out there in numbers, cause they could give a shit right!

FISH11 · 03-24-2020, 07:09 AM

I guess the couple kayakers just timed it right they parked the truck and launched in time, cause I just saw two SDPD motorcycle cops drive down the boardwalk in front of the La Jolla Shore Hotel and they appear to be of the beach in time. wonder if they will be that lucky on the landing or will the Lifeguards call in on them.

bolocop · 03-24-2020, 08:55 AM

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Originally Posted by FISH11

I guess the couple kayakers just timed it right they parked the truck and launched in time, cause I just saw two SDPD motorcycle cops drive down the boardwalk in front of the La Jolla Shore Hotel and they appear to be of the beach in time. wonder if they will be that lucky on the landing or will the Lifeguards call in on them.

I wouldn’t want to be those kayakers right now. Will probably get a warning but I prefer less interaction with authorities right now. They may need an example to scare others.

baileybikes · 03-24-2020, 10:35 AM

Pier cam shows people in the water. Damn I need to get out!

baileybikes · 03-24-2020, 10:41 AM

Bays are closed too so I suppose we can't head out from there. Helicopter?

govomit · 03-24-2020, 11:16 AM

Here you go, lifeguards responded quickly.

Q: Since beaches and parks are now closed, please advise - is surfing and kayaking allowed ? Or is ocean water off limits too?

A: SDFD City Lifeguard Service 11:41 AM (sdlg@sandiego.gov)
The City of San Diego has made the decision to close the beaches, boardwalks, and parks immediately. This includes the ocean, the bay, and the boat ramps as the result of this no water activities are allowed, no surfing, no swimming, or anytype of boating until further notice.

Regarding enforcement - still foggy.

Regarding logic and common sense - the ocean part of the decision is terrible.

FISH11 · 03-24-2020, 11:43 AM

During the Press Announcement yesterday the San Diego Police Chief said that the first faze (before yesterdays announcement) was education but as of the press announcement it was now the enforcement faze. That means TICKET TIME! To be fair they are trying to eliminate first responder from having to be exposed to the public needlessly.

stevie951 · 03-24-2020, 02:21 PM

Dana ramp is open, just called and confirmed.. 10 bucks for parking.. Not sure if Kid Beach Lot is open though?

https://danapointharbor.com/boating/marina-info/

everingham has bait too :P

Hydronaut · 03-24-2020, 05:59 PM

I drove around San Diego today to verify which boat ramps and beaches were closed. Mission Bay South Shore boat launch was closed. Fiesta Island was closed. Dana Landing was closed. Shelter Island boat ramp was closed, but for some reason there were people fishing from the Shelter Island pier. Bessemer path/beach did not have signs posted. Kellogg Beach also did not have any signs posted. My wife told me that Coronado Beach is still open. I guess if you pay enough taxes, you get to keep your beach open.

Stay Safe,
Hydronaut

bolocop · 03-24-2020, 08:54 PM

Looks like that’s all closed now too. The Port Authority just shut down all beaches, piers, harbors and parks, etc around San Diego Bay.

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Originally Posted by Hydronaut

I drove around San Diego today to verify which boat ramps and beaches were closed. Mission Bay South Shore boat launch was closed. Fiesta Island was closed. Dana Landing was closed. Shelter Island boat ramp was closed, but for some reason there were people fishing from the Shelter Island pier. Bessemer path/beach did not have signs posted. Kellogg Beach also did not have any signs posted. My wife told me that Coronado Beach is still open. I guess if you pay enough taxes, you get to keep your beach open.

Stay Safe,
Hydronaut

govomit · 03-25-2020, 09:25 AM

Salty · 03-25-2020, 02:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by stevie951

Dana ramp is open, just called and confirmed.. 10 bucks for parking.. Not sure if Kid Beach Lot is open though?

https://danapointharbor.com/boating/marina-info/

everingham has bait too :P

Thanks for the update! I'll be heading out this weekend for sure

dsafety · 03-26-2020, 09:22 AM

I just checked with the lifeguards along with the SD Park & Rec. Dept. As others have said, the beach and launch closures are part of a blanket closure within the city. As of today, the LJ launch is closed to all activities.

I went as far as I could up the chain of command, ending with with the Senior Park Ranger, a nice guy named Rich. He told me that while the policy is that the launch is closed, he has not, at least for the time being, been instructed to write citations. Violators will receive warnings for now but multiple offences will probably result in a ticket.

This is likely a fluid policy. As the danger wanes, I am sure that this policy will be reconsidered. That said, the squeaky wheel usually gets the most attention.

Those who live in the City of San Diego might consider politely pleading the case to their local councilperson. A reasonable suggestion would be that the launch be be accessible for kayak launching and landing, with the stipulation that appropriate social distancing is practiced and that there is no lingering in the closed area.

Bob

govomit · 03-29-2020, 11:23 AM

Some unincorporated cities do not take part in the madness. At least for surfers, at least for now.

dsafety · 03-29-2020, 11:49 AM

Some surfers seem to be ignoring the rules, at least for the moment. I don't have big a problem with this.

The brave folks on the front lines, including first responders, health care workers and all the other people who go to work every day at "essential business" are much more likely to catch and spread the virus than a bunch of surf rats.

For the record, the only local beaches that remain open at this time are Oceanside and Coronado.

iethinker · 03-29-2020, 12:44 PM

https://easyreadernews.com/manhattan...ing-lifeguard/

A Manhattan Beach surfer was issued a citation that carries a fine of up to $1,000 Saturday morning, after ignoring a Los Angeles County Lifeguard’s order that he not go in the water.

“Go ahead and arrest me,” the surfer told the lifeguard before launching into what the lifeguard described as “colorful language.” The surfer then went in the water, prompting the lifeguard to call his supervisor Captain Jeff Horn, who called Manhattan police, who were patrolling the beach.

03-23-2020, 05:52 PM	#1
bolocop Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Posts: 332	Beach and park closure San Diego Does anyone know if this affects passage to the ocean via the LJ launch? I would guess so. Hopefully, I’m wrong! Don’t want to be fined for launching my kayak! Last edited by bolocop; 03-23-2020 at 07:33 PM.

03-23-2020, 07:02 PM	#2
FISH11 Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Pine Valley when not fishing La Jolla Posts: 2,641	X2 __________________ MARK ......... 2016 MALIBU X FACTOR, 2020 SOLO SKIFF (Fishing Kayak on Steroids )

03-24-2020, 04:47 AM	#4
govomit Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Posts: 77	social distance in the ocean is a given If the surfers are in - we are in too. They are a much bigger and influential crowd.

03-24-2020, 07:02 AM	#5
FISH11 Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Pine Valley when not fishing La Jolla Posts: 2,641	A couple guys launching right now. Also there are people walking and running on the beach, not as many as usual but there are some. The surfer are out there in numbers, cause they could give a shit right! __________________ MARK ......... 2016 MALIBU X FACTOR, 2020 SOLO SKIFF (Fishing Kayak on Steroids )

03-24-2020, 07:09 AM	#6
FISH11 Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Pine Valley when not fishing La Jolla Posts: 2,641	I guess the couple kayakers just timed it right they parked the truck and launched in time, cause I just saw two SDPD motorcycle cops drive down the boardwalk in front of the La Jolla Shore Hotel and they appear to be of the beach in time. wonder if they will be that lucky on the landing or will the Lifeguards call in on them. __________________ MARK ......... 2016 MALIBU X FACTOR, 2020 SOLO SKIFF (Fishing Kayak on Steroids )

03-23-2020, 10:12 PM	#3
FoodGeekFish Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 320	LJ Shores is a city beach, so yes, it is under the "umbrella" of the closures.

03-24-2020, 10:35 AM	#8
baileybikes Member Join Date: Aug 2019 Posts: 41	Pier cam shows people in the water. Damn I need to get out!

03-24-2020, 10:41 AM	#9
baileybikes Member Join Date: Aug 2019 Posts: 41	Bays are closed too so I suppose we can't head out from there. Helicopter?

03-24-2020, 11:16 AM	#10
govomit Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Posts: 77	some clarity Here you go, lifeguards responded quickly. Q: Since beaches and parks are now closed, please advise - is surfing and kayaking allowed ? Or is ocean water off limits too? A: SDFD City Lifeguard Service 11:41 AM (sdlg@sandiego.gov) The City of San Diego has made the decision to close the beaches, boardwalks, and parks immediately. This includes the ocean, the bay, and the boat ramps as the result of this no water activities are allowed, no surfing, no swimming, or anytype of boating until further notice. Regarding enforcement - still foggy. Regarding logic and common sense - the ocean part of the decision is terrible.

03-24-2020, 11:43 AM	#11
FISH11 Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Pine Valley when not fishing La Jolla Posts: 2,641	During the Press Announcement yesterday the San Diego Police Chief said that the first faze (before yesterdays announcement) was education but as of the press announcement it was now the enforcement faze. That means TICKET TIME! To be fair they are trying to eliminate first responder from having to be exposed to the public needlessly. __________________ MARK ......... 2016 MALIBU X FACTOR, 2020 SOLO SKIFF (Fishing Kayak on Steroids )

03-24-2020, 02:21 PM	#12
stevie951 Lurker Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Riverside Posts: 431	Dana ramp is open, just called and confirmed.. 10 bucks for parking.. Not sure if Kid Beach Lot is open though? https://danapointharbor.com/boating/marina-info/ everingham has bait too :P __________________ "A Reel expert can Tackle anything " ~Malibu Stealth-14 ~Malibu X-13

03-24-2020, 05:59 PM	#13
Hydronaut Member Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: Clairemont Posts: 66	I drove around San Diego today to verify which boat ramps and beaches were closed. Mission Bay South Shore boat launch was closed. Fiesta Island was closed. Dana Landing was closed. Shelter Island boat ramp was closed, but for some reason there were people fishing from the Shelter Island pier. Bessemer path/beach did not have signs posted. Kellogg Beach also did not have any signs posted. My wife told me that Coronado Beach is still open. I guess if you pay enough taxes, you get to keep your beach open. Stay Safe, Hydronaut

03-26-2020, 09:22 AM	#17
dsafety Olivenhain Bob Join Date: May 2008 Location: Olivenhain, CA Posts: 1,121	LJ Launch Closure I just checked with the lifeguards along with the SD Park & Rec. Dept. As others have said, the beach and launch closures are part of a blanket closure within the city. As of today, the LJ launch is closed to all activities. I went as far as I could up the chain of command, ending with with the Senior Park Ranger, a nice guy named Rich. He told me that while the policy is that the launch is closed, he has not, at least for the time being, been instructed to write citations. Violators will receive warnings for now but multiple offences will probably result in a ticket. This is likely a fluid policy. As the danger wanes, I am sure that this policy will be reconsidered. That said, the squeaky wheel usually gets the most attention. Those who live in the City of San Diego might consider politely pleading the case to their local councilperson. A reasonable suggestion would be that the launch be be accessible for kayak launching and landing, with the stipulation that appropriate social distancing is practiced and that there is no lingering in the closed area. Bob Last edited by dsafety; 03-26-2020 at 10:01 AM.

03-29-2020, 11:49 AM	#19
dsafety Olivenhain Bob Join Date: May 2008 Location: Olivenhain, CA Posts: 1,121	Some surfers seem to be ignoring the rules, at least for the moment. I don't have big a problem with this. The brave folks on the front lines, including first responders, health care workers and all the other people who go to work every day at "essential business" are much more likely to catch and spread the virus than a bunch of surf rats. For the record, the only local beaches that remain open at this time are Oceanside and Coronado.

03-29-2020, 12:44 PM	#20
iethinker Senior Member Join Date: May 2013 Location: Inland Empire Posts: 370	Manhattan Beach surfer issued $1,000 citation for violating beach closure order, disrespecting lifeg https://easyreadernews.com/manhattan...ing-lifeguard/ A Manhattan Beach surfer was issued a citation that carries a fine of up to $1,000 Saturday morning, after ignoring a Los Angeles County Lifeguard’s order that he not go in the water. “Go ahead and arrest me,” the surfer told the lifeguard before launching into what the lifeguard described as “colorful language.” The surfer then went in the water, prompting the lifeguard to call his supervisor Captain Jeff Horn, who called Manhattan police, who were patrolling the beach.