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How to Get to Shore when Boat Fishing is Closed?
California Outdoors Q&A
Carrie Wilson, JANUARY 28, 2016



Question: I’m aware that during the non-boat rockfish season (i.e., winter/spring), anglers are required to either fish from shore or spearfish for these species. My question is in regard to whether using a boat to access an on-shore fishing spot is acceptable. Specifically, can I use my boat or kayak to reach a good shore fishing location, fish from shore...
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Not for a Week
Kenny Priest
by Kenny Priest, JANUARY 28, 2016

Mad River

After dipping below 5,000 cfs on Wednesday, the Mad is predicted to head back towards monitor stage following the rain on Thursday and Friday. We’ll need at least a solid week of dry weather before it becomes bait fishable.
Main stem Eel River Conditions Update
Kenny Priest
by Kenny Priest, JANUARY 28, 2016

Eel River

The main stem Eel River is expected to surpass monitor stage on Friday afternoon and predicted to reach monitor stage at Fernbridge on Saturday.
Van Duzen River Conditions Update
Kenny Priest
by Kenny Priest, JANUARY 28, 2016

Van Duzen River

The Van Duzen is expected to surpass monitor stage on Friday afternoon, but it’s predicted to drop quickly.
Storms likely to blow out Smith, Chetco
Kenny Priest
by Kenny Priest, JANUARY 28, 2016



Mother Nature provided just enough time in between big storms to drop the Smith and Chetco rivers back into pristine shape. The break, however, was short-lived. Another wet storm is on the way, which is forecasted to blow out the two quick-clearing rivers as well as insuring the other coastal streams won’t be green and fishable any time soon. The...
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San Francisco, CA (January 26, 2016) -- The Golden Gate Salmon Association (GGSA) congratulates Captain Roger Thomas on his well-deserved induction into the California Outdoor Hall of Fame on Saturday, January 23. Thomas serves as chairman of GGSA as well as president of the Golden Gate Fishermen’s Association, a group representing charter boat owners. “Roger Thomas has probably...
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