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06-04-2010, 12:11 PM | #21 |
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net requirement
I don't think PFD, horn, flares, type IV (throwable), and light requirements apply to yaks b/c it's they are not technically a "vessel" but rather a water sport device(that's why they don't require CF #s). But I definitely think lights are great idea voluntarily - it can be hard to see yaks from a boat. OEX sells waterproof Scotty lights that fit in the deck and are easily removable and pretty cheap. They don't require any wiring - 2 alkaline batteries. You could even clip a glow stick to a rod tip.
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06-04-2010, 12:21 PM | #22 |
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Ran into them a few times this year @ LJ, just wish I had a reason for them to inspect my license if ya know what I mean!! They seem pretty chill to me.
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06-04-2010, 03:15 PM | #23 | |
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Yep Rob, I remember her at the Kahuna series. I was so impressed that I went into the DFG office in Cypress & filled out a commendation form for how well she fit in and the courteous manner she did her job. Her name is Cindy Wood, and having a commendation in her file due to her interaction with the kayak nation ain't gonna hurt our future interactions. I'll complain when it's warranted, but I try to make the effort to make sure management gets the good feedback that is usually earned but never rendered |
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06-04-2010, 03:57 PM | #24 |
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I went fishing today with my buddy at mission bay for his b-day, the DFG guy came and I realized I did not have my license on me, the one time I forget it I get a ticket, and I have bought a license every year since I was 16... no animosity towards him, he was just doing his job, but there are a lot of scumbags out there who poach, fish with out licenses and follow none of the regs.
bummer hopefully the fine will not be as much since I have a license. Lesson learned, do not even touch a pole if I do not have the L with me |
06-04-2010, 05:26 PM | #25 | |
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Not sure how Arizona has anythign to do with DFG asking for your liscense. |
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06-04-2010, 05:29 PM | #26 | |
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06-04-2010, 06:08 PM | #27 | |
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On a more serious note, I would really like to know if we are supposed to pack nets when fishing in the ocean. I could not find anything on the DFG site so I sent them an email. Today was a mandated furlough day so no one was working at the DFG today, (does this make sense to anyone?). If I get an answer, I will post it here. Bob |
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06-04-2010, 08:21 PM | #28 |
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Yes, a net is required by the DFG. It is supposed to have an opening of at least 18 inches. In practicality though, they rarely ask if you have one and really do not care if it is a bit smaller than 18 inches.
I don't think that the DFG will enforce the PFD requirement, but the Coast Guard and Harbor Police can and do. I am fairly certain that a single white light is required on your yak at night, but also not enforced by the DFG. |
06-05-2010, 12:06 AM | #29 |
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hollistical healings maybe
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06-05-2010, 06:54 AM | #30 |
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Pretty sure the net is a requirement, which is why I bought the folding Promar. Makes you compliant. I'll look for the reg later today if the kids let me
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06-05-2010, 06:14 PM | #31 |
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I also like to see the DFG out there and feel like my license money is being utilized appropriately when there out there; only problem is that I hardly ever bump into them. But considering their proportion to the population hardly seeing them is understandable, there low numbers are not.
Years ago I had a few bad run-ins with a particular DFG officer; I was never in violation, so I was assertive but cooperative with him and everything always ended fine. But I would rather have them treat me (as they usually do) and anyone with dignity and respect until the situation calls for something different. |
06-05-2010, 07:10 PM | #32 |
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I did have the privilege to speak with some of the the DFG guy's at a couple of the MLPA meetings and they told me they were on our side 100%.
But, does anyone know if the DFG officers have to meet a daily quota like the CHP officers? The last two times i got checked out by the DFG, they seemed to be very disappointed that they had nothing on me. Why is that? Has anyone else experienced this too? Or is it just me? Last edited by driftwood; 06-05-2010 at 07:22 PM. |
06-05-2010, 08:45 PM | #33 |
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2010-2011 regs for nets
28.55 or 28.27, respectively. (d) No gaff hook shall be used to take or assist in landing any finfish shorter than the minimum size limit. For the purpose of this section a gaff hook is any hook with or without a handle used to assist in landing fish or to take fish in such a manner that the fish does not take the hook voluntarily in its mouth. No person shall take finfish from any boat or other floating device in ocean waters without having a landing net in possession or available for immediate use to assist in landing undersize fish of species having minimum size limits; the opening of any such landing net shall be not less than eighteen inches in diameter. |
06-05-2010, 10:29 PM | #34 |
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The DFG here is not bad at all. The ones in WA state suck just plan a holes. I had never been fishing there and was trying to catch a trout and got a ticket for salmon. I was at fort lewis and had never fished there before. The guys here are great I have got some great tips from them. They are state workers and have plenty to be pissed about.
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06-06-2010, 06:46 AM | #35 | |
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06-06-2010, 06:59 AM | #36 | |
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06-06-2010, 07:10 AM | #37 |
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Cal DFG Actually pretty cool
3 weeks ago I was off the point and saw the big aluminium DFG mothership hovering off Scripps pier. They hit every boat on the water. Me first. I had inadvertantly left my wallet with my license in the truck which is rare for me but they gave me a pass while at the same time saying "never again". They did hit every boat out there though and continued down the coast. They also indicated that this is going to be a regular thing all year long. I will never roll without my license again. Overall they seemed like pretty nice guys just doing their jobs.
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06-06-2010, 07:32 AM | #38 |
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The warden that I went on a ride along with definitely had a quota. But he made it sound like it was so low that he could barely work and still meet it, so it wasn't a driving factor in how operations were being conducted. I believe his quota was set up so that he had to write a set amount of "no fishing license" tickets but that everything else was a bit open ended.
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06-06-2010, 09:08 AM | #39 |
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dfg
Something else to think about: How many times do you just tell the DFG that you caught nothing to avoid any hassle? I am sadly guilty guilty of it. Then they think nobody is catching anything. Then others say there are no fish out there to catch, because nothing is being reported. Then they whip a little MLPA on us because the fish counts are so low. Is there anything to this? I don't know. But I am honest about what I catch now. Keep or release. Better information is better for all.
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06-07-2010, 11:36 AM | #40 |
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I was checked yesterday after scuba diving in the LJ Cove. He checked my weight pockets, probably looking for shells? Abalone? I did see 3 abs - all more than 12" across...mmmmmmm.
I'm always open and helpful with these checks - it's like others have said. I follow the rules and want them to find the bad guys. After the check he was very friendly, shared some chatter about the red tide and other dive locations he's seen that were cleaner than the shores. By the by - the cove dive was good - open vis and no red tide around the corner near boomers. Hospitals was clear on Thursday but covered when we checked it Saturday. Anyone seen Cardiff? Is it clear? |
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