My big fat mistake - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

kendog · 08-18-2011, 10:56 PM

ahh thats a bummer!! better luck next time.

..correct me if i am wrong, but isnt it required by law to have a net on your yak if you are ocean fishing???

Rambo · 08-18-2011, 11:20 PM

Great job though David. I had a similar experience going out for the unexpected. It was a first for me to catch Mr. T on my first hard shell kayak a first time out with Caden also. Man, you'll never forget the first heart pounding feeling to see a big fish take your line and after that long fight to have that fish near your kayak. I say, take it with a smile even though you didn't pull the fish up on your kayak. There's always a next time and a better chance to land a bigger fish, and you'll be more prepared. Make sure you strap down all your gears, I'm learning the hard way.

jorluivil · 08-18-2011, 11:23 PM

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Originally Posted by kendog

ahh thats a bummer!! better luck next time.

..correct me if i am wrong, but isnt it required by law to have a net on your yak if you are ocean fishing???

I believe its only required when you're targeting certain species. I know Halibut is one of them, not sure what the others are.

Davidgskinner · 08-19-2011, 02:20 AM

I think you are right Kendog, the regs say you need a net onboard. 28.65 (d)
I just looked it up.

08-18-2011, 10:56 PM	#1
kendog Junior Join Date: May 2011 Location: inland oc Posts: 15	ahh thats a bummer!! better luck next time. ..correct me if i am wrong, but isnt it required by law to have a net on your yak if you are ocean fishing???

08-18-2011, 11:20 PM	#2
Rambo Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: West Covina, CA Posts: 434	Great job though David. I had a similar experience going out for the unexpected. It was a first for me to catch Mr. T on my first hard shell kayak a first time out with Caden also. Man, you'll never forget the first heart pounding feeling to see a big fish take your line and after that long fight to have that fish near your kayak. I say, take it with a smile even though you didn't pull the fish up on your kayak. There's always a next time and a better chance to land a bigger fish, and you'll be more prepared. Make sure you strap down all your gears, I'm learning the hard way.

08-19-2011, 02:20 AM	#4
Davidgskinner Junior Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Carmel Valley Posts: 4	I think you are right Kendog, the regs say you need a net onboard. 28.65 (d) I just looked it up.