gentlemen, the clubhouse will be open on saturday, july 11th, 2020. the starfire is scheduled for a full day trip, limited load of 20 anglers for $130. i just signed up so there are now 19 spots left. big tim, his sons and their friends will be making up a group of six. there are 7 beds/bunks that will be assigned by age. kids, even 30 year old kids, will likely be sleeping on the floor. we obviously can't fill the cayucos house with 20, but it would be a riot to fill the boat!!!!! sign up here!
https://morrobaylanding.fishingreservations.net/sales/?boat_filter%5B%5D=1063&month_filter=2020-07&submit=Filter
if you sign up, please let me know. i'm starting a list...... ;D
1. Alan Tani - Room #2
2.
3. Jack Bradley - Hotel
4. Tanja Bradley - Hotel
5. PJ Stevko - Room #1 Twin
6. Neil Najarro - Hotel
7. David Hall - Hotel
8. Rob Boyden - Hotel
9.
10. Randy Pauly - Local
11. Tim Liddle - Room #3 Twin
12. Mike Liddle - Hotel
13. Russell Culbertson - Hotel
14. Shannon Culbertson - Hotel
15. Frank "The Tank" Gonzalez - Hotel
16. Wayne Deutscher - Hotel
17. Brooke Francisco - Hotel
18. Khanh Adams - Living Room
19. Adrian Pham - Living Room
20. Jonathan Trauner - Room #1 - Twin
I am in!
awesome!!!!!
I'm signed up. And The Commander will be along for this trip.
Jack
perfect!!!!
I'm in and already paid!
Alan I'd like to reserve some floor space for Sunday night if it's available...... Also I'd like to bring two reels that need pre-use services and one needs spooling with 80# braid.....
Can't wait to see all you guys and am looking forward to another Ohana outing!
Pj
I'm in!! My wife said "Catch something, just not the virus!" lol
it's going to be epic. neil, did i get your last name right?
Booked myself and Rob Boyden
Don't think he knows it yet though?
Booked!
Right on, Alan!
Booked and paid.
Thanks, Alan!
Best,
Fred Oakes
Quote from: David Hall on June 10, 2020, 04:29:52 AM
Booked myself and Rob Boyden
Don't think he knows it yet though?
I do now! I love it when people book me on fishing trips!!
;D
Looks like with Tim's group of (6) -- there are only (5) spots left...
Best, Fred
Everybody double check. There are 9 of us so far. There should be 11 spots available, but the website says there are 12. Someone is not confirmed.
we will likely be fishing 300 feet. that's electric reel territory for me. i also sent a text to have the deckhands get us a 25 to 50 pound block of squid so they don't have to cut it up.
I'm booked. Looking forward to seeing everyone! (so long as the forecast calls for 15 kts or less).
I wish I lived in CA right now
I wanna see Fred jig a rockfish on a DQ110!!!!
Quote from: ReelFishingProblems on June 10, 2020, 12:27:25 PM
I wish I lived in CA right now
The last I heard airplanes fly from Virginia to San Jose. :D Good luck everyone.
Dominick
Dominick!
Planes fly from Truckee as well!!! ;D 8)
It is worth 6 1/2 hours to drive to Morro Bay and fish for 12 hours?????
Wayne
and pigs fly toooo
Quote from: foakes on June 10, 2020, 05:15:50 AM
Booked and paid.
Thanks, Alan!
Best,
Fred Oakes
FRED!!!!! I'm glad you'll be joining us. It'll be a pleasure to finally meet you!!!!
Quote from: El Pescador on June 10, 2020, 01:57:57 PM
Dominick!
Planes fly from Truckee as well!!! ;D 8)
It is worth 6 1/2 hours to drive to Morro Bay and fish for 12 hours?????
Wayne
That will end up to be a $1,000.00 fishing trip if all the costs were added in. Naw, not worth it to hang out with a bunch fisher guys. It ain't like going to Mexico. Dominick
Quote from: Dominick on June 10, 2020, 03:56:06 PM
It ain't like going to Mexico. Dominick
Yeah... no Speedos. :D
~
A~
Aiala!!!
Right, Speedo's and NO SHIRT for the week,
Am I'm the guy having to stand next to him on the boat!!!!
Fabio, he is NOT ;D
A great fishing buddy and wonderful neighbor, yes Dominick is. :-*
Wayne
yeah, our straggler was juan, but he is signed up now. we have 15 on our list and 15 on the starfire list, so we're good.
Quote from: El Pescador on June 10, 2020, 04:40:48 PM
A great fishing buddy and wonderful neighbor, yes Dominick is. :-*
Wayne
think you can get your great fishin buddy on the boat with you? there are 5 spots left.
Quote from: El Pescador on June 10, 2020, 04:40:48 PM
Fabio, he is NOT ;D
A great fishing buddy and wonderful neighbor, yes Dominick is. :-*
Wayne
Don't tell Linda that -- she is convinced he is way better than Fabio!
Best,
Fred
Alan,
Just spoke with Rick, he is a NO GO.
Dominick is a NO GO.
I'll be heading down by myself.
Signing up right now.
Wayne
Alan,
I'm booked,
And staying at a local hotel for 2 nights.
Wayne
maybe check to see if someone wants to split a room!!!!
If we can fill the boat with Ohana, I will bring a prize for the second biggest fish (not the biggest fish because that lucky guy will have already won the jackpot).
I'd love to come, but I'll be driving back to Santa Rosa from the eastern Sierra on the evening of the 12th. Too much driving!
Have a great time! <*\\><
Sounds like this is gonna be a great trip with amazing people!!!!
I'm excited to have a chance at winning the "Golden Carp" trophy.....and that prize Randy is gonna offer up!!!!!
Alan, any chance you have some pics stashed away that could be used for a quick pictorial on how you rig whole squid for the monster lings all of the way down to the weight?
Rob
Someone text Jonathan and make sure he knows about the trip....I'm sure he could use a trip with the boys to get his mind off things....
Quote from: JoseCuervo on June 10, 2020, 07:27:43 PM
Alan, any chance you have some pics stashed away that could be used for a quick pictorial on how you rig whole squid for the monster lings all of the way down to the weight?
Rob
very simple. medium weight rod and reel, 65 pound braid, swivel, 2-hook shrimpfly rig (i have a bunch), 1 pound weight. hang a whole squid by the pointy end, send it down, count to five and get bit!!!!! ;D
Quote from: pjstevko on June 10, 2020, 07:33:35 PM
Someone text Jonathan and make sure he knows about the trip....I'm sure he could use a trip with the boys to get his mind off things....
done!!!
Thanks. I thought you had a treble on with a longer leader.
Three more spots and we've got a full alantani.com charter!!
yeah, the treble and j-hook trap rig is a single leader with a slider for the weight, set up like a carolina rig. it's fine for shallow water. for deep water, they get tangled up too much. i'll have a bunch of trap rigs, also, though i doubt that we will use them.
basically, bring a couple of medium weight rods and reels with 65 pound braid and a half dozen 1 pounds lead torpedo weights. you'll do fine. there will be no shortage of tackle.
Quote from: alantani on June 10, 2020, 08:00:44 PM
yeah, the treble and j-hook trap rig is a single leader with a slider for the weight, set up like a carolina rig. it's fine for shallow water. for deep water, they get tangled up too much. i'll have a bunch of trap rigs, also, though i doubt that we will use them.
basically, bring a couple of medium weight rods and reels with 65 pound braid and a half dozen 1 pounds lead torpedo weights. you'll do fine. there will be no shortage of tackle.
Say just for giggles that one was going to be on a combo trip out of HMB on Friday, and was looking for a pic of the treble and j-hook trap rig...
:o
Have fun guys !! Darn border still shut so no Canadians allowed !
Cheers:
Todd
In like Flynn !
Thanks for the invite Alan .....
Save me a spot to throw my cot in the back yard ;D
This ought to be epic !
it just filled!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Jonathan!!!!
LONG TIME NO HEAR!!!
Have not seen hide nor hair from you forever.
I thought you retired and moved to Florida!!!!
We're back doing this again!!!! Can't wait to see you Buddy Boy.
Wayne
Quote from: theswimmer on June 10, 2020, 08:36:21 PM
In like Flynn !
Thanks for the invite Alan .....
Save me a spot to throw my cot in the back yard ;D
This ought to be epic !
AWESOME!!!! The whole gang will be there....Looking forward to seein ya Jonathan!!!!!
Quote from: alantani on June 10, 2020, 08:00:44 PM
...bring a couple of medium weight rods and reels with 65-pound braid ....
Alan,
Why 65 lbs. Braid???
My 4 Surfmaster 100's- THANK YOU SAL!!!!!!
https://alantani.com/index.php?topic=6391.0
are all loaded with 50 lbs. braid and have seemed to do well.
Do I need to load up one reel with 65 lbs. braid????
Please advise,
Thanks. And THANK YOU for putting this trip together. It just takes ONE GUY to get the ball rolling.
Wayne
Quote from: pjstevko on June 10, 2020, 09:45:00 PM
Quote from: theswimmer on June 10, 2020, 08:36:21 PM
In like Flynn !
Thanks for the invite Alan .....
Save me a spot to throw my cot in the back yard ;D
This ought to be epic !
AWESOME!!!! The whole gang will be there....Looking forward to seein ya Jonathan!!!!!
The Wrecking Crew lives !
Looking forward to it Mucho PJ !
Best, Jonathan
Quote from: El Pescador on June 10, 2020, 09:41:35 PM
Jonathan!!!!
LONG TIME NO HEAR!!!
Have not seen hide nor hair from you forever.
I thought you retired and moved to Florida!!!!
We're back doing this again!!!! Can't wait to see you Buddy Boy.
Wayne
Same here Wayne .
Been missing my fishing buds.
Been a long , long while....
Best,
JT
Quote from: El Pescador on June 10, 2020, 09:57:17 PM
Quote from: alantani on June 10, 2020, 08:00:44 PM
...bring a couple of medium weight rods and reels with 65-pound braid ....
Alan,
Why 65 lbs. Braid???
My 4 Surfmaster 100's- THANK YOU SAL!!!!!!
https://alantani.com/index.php?topic=6391.0
are all loaded with 50 lbs. braid and have seemed to do well.
Do I need to load up one reel with 65 lbs. braid????
Please advise,
Thanks. And THANK YOU for putting this trip together. It just takes ONE GUY to get the ball rolling.
Wayne
50 pound is fine. it's just that 65 gives you a little extra abrasion resistance. you just don't want to use 30. i know guys use 40 and they do fine, but that's getting spooky thin.
Thanks Alan,
Abrasion Resistance...
Not a problem, I hang around Dominick enough :o
Wayne
Quote from: ReelFishingProblems on June 10, 2020, 12:27:25 PM
I wish I lived in CA right now
Me too!
Wish I could be there.
steve
i remember the time i was drinking with big tim, swill and mikeysm....... ;D
Gonna be tough to social distance in the clubhouse meeting room! Maybe some ground rules. Those with even number of letters in their last name pour first. Those with odd number of letters in their last name, drink second.
Quote from: David Hall on June 11, 2020, 01:05:57 AM
Gonna be tough to social distance in the clubhouse meeting room! Maybe some ground rules. Those with even number of letters in their last name pour first. Those with odd number of letters in their last name, drink second.
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I'm stoked we filled the whole boat!!!
Its gonna EPIC!!!!
Alan please let us know if we need to pitch in more $$$$ to ensure we get whole squid instead of strips.....
Quote from: pjstevko on June 11, 2020, 03:22:10 PM
I'm stoked we filled the whole boat!!!
Its gonna EPIC!!!!
Alan please let us know if we need to pitch in more $$$$ to ensure we get whole squid instead of strips...
Yep...big bait -- big fish.
Best,
Fred
Quote from: pjstevko on June 11, 2020, 03:22:10 PM
I'm stoked we filled the whole boat!!!
Its gonna EPIC!!!!
Alan please let us know if we need to pitch in more $$$$ to ensure we get whole squid instead of strips.....
thanks, i'll let you know about the squid. probably i'll just have the boat get it for us and we can pay the deckhand directly. i don't think they are going to care. they know our group and they know the tips will be taken care of.
also..............
i'm going to talk to hank's tackle box about putting out a couple of tables of rods, reels and misc. stuff to sell to you guys on sunday. there is a ton of tackle that is not listed. randy, if you want to bring some stuff from vintage offshore tackle to sell, that would be great. thanks!!!!
Snuck out of work today with Jose Cuervo for a crab combo trip on the hulicat. The wife and I are dying for some fresh crab.
And who should show up and win the derby. Just our own chief in residence. Mr A.T. Himself. And after schooling us all on the finer art of rock fishing he appears to be the winner with only two fish left in contention he remains the big fish of the day.
Quote from: David Hall on June 12, 2020, 07:44:30 PM
Snuck out of work today with Jose Cuervo for a crab combo trip on the hulicat. The wife and I are dying for some fresh crab.
And who should show up and win the derby. Just our own chief in residence. Mr A.T. Himself. And after schooling us all on the finer art of rock fishing he appears to be the winner with only two fish left in contention he remains the big fish of the day.
AWESOME!!!!!!
I guess the guy really can sleep any place and at any time he wants.
-steve
Sounds like a fun time hope you take pics of the catch and faces to match up with who's who on here.Don't catch em all !
James
Quote from: El Pescador on June 10, 2020, 10:31:26 PM
Thanks Alan,
Abrasion Resistance...
Not a problem, I hang around Dominick enough :o
Wayne
Hey...I'm not that abrasive, I just rub you the wrong way. :D ;D Dominick
What's the plan for Sundays night dinner?
I'd be willing to grill up a couple tri tips if we're cooking at the clubhouse?
we have two webers and the oven inside the house. i was thinking about a bunch of burgers, maybe a keg of 805 from firestone, and who knows what else. khanh has catering experience, so i will be checking in with him. and tim cooks alot. pretty much good with anything.
So, good ohana company, a possible kegger, BBQ, camping in the yard, deeper water cod fishing!, fresh fish, maybe some more partying... I believe I like the sound of that kind of a weekend. 8) I doubt my doctor does, though.
:o
Quote from: jgp12000 on June 14, 2020, 12:03:06 AM
Sounds like a fun time hope you take pics of the catch and faces to match up with who's who on here...!
jgp12000!!!!
Excellent idea, and I'll run with it and photograph everyone on this trip, assuming they agree to have their mug in a photo.
BUTT beware, When Big Tim is on the trip, somehow, and I can't explain it, Big Tim ends up in a third of all photo!!!!!
If you like Big Tim, you will see ALOT of him on the fishing trip posting.
BTW, if you are comfortable, please post your name,
Your roving photographer!
Wayne
I wish I could have gotten on a plane, too many appointments coming my way lately.
Have fun gentlemen, Wayne take lots of pics!
Sal
You're time will come, Sal... and I hope we can go together when that time is right. ;)
Keep it up, Ohana!
Dom
go get em fellas!
Just a thot: three of us will carpool down the coast from Vallejo to Pacifica to Montery to Morro Bay. Maybe put together a fun road trip mix. Recommendations? Open to all genres. Maybe start off with Lil Nax X featuring Billy Ray Cyrus in Old Time Road. The video cracks me up! Hopefully it's ok to post this link up(?) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w2Ov5jzm3j8
- Neil
road trip!!!!!!
I must say that I'm super excited for this trip ;D I'll be ready for a few days off and some fishical therapy by then......
it's going to be epic!!!!!! i should be arriving on saturday, so you can come by then if you want to spend the extra day to relax by the ocean.
Quote from: alantani on June 28, 2020, 12:19:53 AM
it's going to be epic!!!!!! i should be arriving on saturday, so you can come by then if you want to spend the extra day to relax by the ocean.
Thanks for the offer Alan but I'm not sure I can get the extra day off......
Gents
My apologies. I will have to cancel my reservation so one spot will be available. I am really bummed... but duty called so I am coming back to work on that day. Enjoy, it is gonna be epic! I will have my reservation cancelled on the landing within the next hour so anyone else can jump in.
Thanks
Juan
Quote from: jlezama on June 29, 2020, 08:45:30 PM
Gents
My apologies. I will have to cancel my reservation so one spot will be available. I am really bummed... but duty called so I am coming back to work on that day. Enjoy, it is gonna be epic! I will have my reservation cancelled on the landing within the next hour so anyone else can jump in.
Thanks
Juan
Juan i'm sorry you have to cancel, hopefully we'll get to meet on the next big outing.
Can't wait to see all the family in a few weeks. It's gonna be amazing to have an entire boat full of AT members!!!!!
We certainly will PJ!
Tight lines
Juan
Quote from: pjstevko on June 30, 2020, 07:38:38 PM
Quote from: jlezama on June 29, 2020, 08:45:30 PM
Gents
My apologies. I will have to cancel my reservation so one spot will be available. I am really bummed... but duty called so I am coming back to work on that day. Enjoy, it is gonna be epic! I will have my reservation cancelled on the landing within the next hour so anyone else can jump in.
Thanks
Juan
Juan i'm sorry you have to cancel, hopefully we'll get to meet on the next big outing.
Can't wait to see all the family in a few weeks. It's gonna be amazing to have an entire boat full of AT members!!!!!
been following this......
the boat should be fine. the concern is the house. the relative risk is probably extremely low, but it is never zero. that being said, for now i will keep the house open and let those that want to go mask up at the house, or get hotels and just catch us at the boat.
and, actually, the decision might be made for us. the boat is open for now but could easily close this week at the whim of someone at san luis obispo county health. stay tuned......
https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/OPA/Pages/NR20-145.aspx
Thanks, Alan --
I will be cancelling my reservation tomorrow or Tuesday -- so if someone wants my spot -- it will be open.
Unless we can reschedule for later in the year (Oct-Nov) -- then I will not ask for a refund -- just keep it in place so that everyone (Ohana) can also be on the trip if we reschedule. Way too many unknowns right now -- personal decisions, respect or not for others, social distancing, politics -- even the Medical Professionals have seldom, if ever explored this landscape before. We have a responsibility to protect our families, ourselves, our friends and neighbors, and the general public we may come into contact with. Only each one of us can make these choices -- we need to rely on what we are absolutely comfortable with -- not others influences, ideas, or viewpoints. Words are not an All-Clear -- verification and experience are the deciders, at least for me.
And it looks as if things are getting worse -- and we are only in the first 1/3 of this expected pandemic process.
Things have been allowed to open up too quickly -- without regulations or enforcement.
Profit motives, trying to get back to a normal, inconvenience, and much more.
This is just not only true for California -- it is everywhere, depending on opinions and motives.
Best, Fred
I NEED this trip to happen or i will lose my sh!t.....This trip has been the only thing keeping me from falling over from exhaustion due to work issues and my mental state needs this as well......
Alan please keep us up to date if you hear anything from the boat....I guess if this gets cancelled I could make a marathon run to SD and finally catch my first yellowtail.....
Quote from: pjstevko on July 05, 2020, 11:31:33 PM
I guess if this gets cancelled I could make a marathon run to SD and finally catch my first yellowtail.....
Just figured this won't work either because Alan has all my 2 speed reels sitting on his work bench......
i'll get them done as soon as possible.
Alan, can you give a newbie a lay of the land, backyard-wise speaking? I am trying to do my part to social distance and am looking to stay outside. It might be my only 'camping trip' of the year. ::)
I have a cot and I just ordered a pop up bug net thingy, and I'll toss a tarp over that for dew mitigation.
Are there any trees for shade, or if one wanted to hang a hammock?
I figure a camp chair and a shade hat, some keg beer and good BBQ should do me just fine, the fishing will be a bonus.
Let me know what Dave and I can bring. I have a quart of Bookbinders cocktail sauce for the house so far.
Are any of these fine gents that will be there a BARBER ??? ::)
I hope the trip stays a go.
Rob
room #1 - a pair of twin beds
room #2 - a king
room #3 - a twin
room #4 - twin bunk beds, one on top of the other
room #5 - the living room and dining area, with a couch, two recliners and floor space.
no sleeping in the backyard. it's all hard dirt and weeds. i may bring my excursion and sleep in the back. i know that some guys are getting hotel rooms. there should be enough room for all of us. my big request is to be mindful of the neighbors. one in particular is an old lady across the street. i have yet to meet her but i will make sure i do so this weekend. i would rather have her call me than the cops!!!!
Quote from: alantani on July 06, 2020, 04:38:01 AM
i'll get them done as soon as possible.
No worries Alan, take your time! I'm coming to Morro Bay as long as the boat is a go!
I just cancelled -- so there is a spot open as of 12:44 PM, today!
Best, Fred
Quote from: foakes on July 06, 2020, 07:56:33 PM
I just cancelled -- so there is a spot open as of 12:44 PM, today!
Best, Fred
Sorry to hear you won't be joining us but I understand everyone needs to manage their own risk. I hope we'll get to fish together one day Fred so I can thank you properly for all the work you've done on my reels!
Pj
Quote from: pjstevko on July 06, 2020, 08:01:01 PM
Quote from: foakes on July 06, 2020, 07:56:33 PM
I just cancelled -- so there is a spot open as of 12:44 PM, today!
Best, Fred
Sorry to hear you won't be joining us but I understand everyone needs to manage their own risk. I hope we'll get to fish together one day Fred so I can thank you properly for all the work you've done on my reels!
Pj
We will, PJ!
Best, Fred
For one of the few times I agree with Fred & I agree with Fred more than you think. I am 100% OK with going fishing, every man for themselves. But what I worry about today is the fact that we are going to have 20 people from 20 different homes from 20 different parts of the state meeting at one house to party ... I have not seen my son for over 2 months and he just had to quarantine for 14 days because of a covid-19 interaction, #### means different things when #### hits close to home. I approached Alan about 10 people paying $200.00 each to charter the boat & it turned into this? I'm not so sure I'm OK with this party. We need to tighten things up a bit or I'm going pull to the plug on my end...I need to see my son, and he is 100% on the same page with me.
yeah, between the weatherman and the county health officers, the decision might be made for us. not sure about the cost of hotel rooms in the area. 20 people on the boat allows for plenty of room, but not the house. :-\
Quote from: alantani on July 07, 2020, 02:35:46 AM
yeah, between the weatherman and the county health officers, the decision might be made for us. not sure about the cost of hotel rooms in the area. 20 people on the boat allows for plenty of room, but not the house. :-\
Thank you for calling me ... #2020suxass
Is the weather supposed to be bad???
Well bad is a relative term. For a boat the size of the starfire, no it won't be bad, for us regular people's might not be the most comfortable weather conditions.
Live to fight another day guys!
Wind and Wave weather for July 13, Monday LOOKS .... BEAUTiful!!!!
https://www.windfinder.com/forecast/norris_rancho_marino_reserve
Air temp: 72 degrees
Wind from the West at 8-10 MPH
Wave height is 5.2 feet,
Waves from the West on 10-second intervals.
Man, nice enough weather for Dominick to go fishing!!!!! ;D
I'll see you all on Sunday afternoon at the CLUBHOUSE!!!!!
Wayne
Here is the current Windy.com forecast for Monday morning, July 13, at 8:00 AM. If this forecast holds, it is unlikely that the boats would leave the dock.
Rob and I will check into a local hotel, that will knock the number at the house down by 2.
I agree with Alan, theres plenty of room on the boat to social distance and say hey to everyone and have a good time but the house is another story. we will plan on our meals and sleeping away from the house.
see ya'll on the boat.
Just to be clear -- you guys need to stay safe.
Speaking for myself, this is not about fear -- or being macho, or headstrong. It is about a responsibility to respect and make sure that we do not put other's health in jeopardy -- even if only a perception on their part.
Sue & I have been social distancing for 4 months now -- It is easier for us than many others. We live in a remote area of the mountains -- are semi-retired -- are prepared and stocked up -- and have great online resources. For those working full-time -- those with young kids at home -- folks running businesses -- it is much, much harder. I understand and appreciate that.
Here is a quick article in our local paper today -- that is pretty much indicative of what is going on around the country -- whether or not we choose to believe that there is an issue with Covid, or not --
Everyone on this site -- and their families, are very important to me -- please stay safe by using common sense -- whether this trip happens -- or not. Or is rescheduled for a later, safer time.
Best, Fred
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OPINION
'Because of my stupidity.' COVID-19 victim's last words a lesson for all Californians
BY THE SACRAMENTO BEE EDITORIAL BOARD
07/03/2020
The past few weeks will go down in history as some of the most disastrous in California history.
After an unwise and unscientific rush to reopen the state, COVID-19 infections are spiking in California, including here in Sacramento. The California miracle has become the California nightmare. We bent the curve and avoided the worst-case scenario in March, April and May with an unprecedented statewide stay-at-home order.
Then, our leaders surrendered. Bowing either to political pressure or to scientifically dubious optimism, they initially refused to impose a mask requirement to help prevent the spread of the virus. Then, with no mask rule in place, they rushed to reopen bars, restaurants and churches before it was safe. They also refused to enforce the rules or crack down on flagrant violations.
The result of this failure of leadership was entirely predictable. Crowds packed the bars and restaurants. Families gathered for barbeques and parties. Martial arts gyms reopened without physical distancing or masks.
To be clear, most Californians did their part to protect public health by wearing masks, avoiding crowds and following public health rules. Unfortunately, some people dropped their guard, disregarded warnings and, for a brief moment, seemed to be enjoying a summer without consequences.
Until now. Infections are now surging in Sacramento County, where officials reported 1,000 new cases last week and Intensive Care Unit (ICU) beds have become scarce. Nearly 6,000 Californians have died of the virus, and the number will continue to rise.
None of this is surprising. Anyone who had paid close attention to what had happened in other places that reopened too quickly saw this coming. Other countries and states that prematurely reopened also saw infections spike.
On May 29 this Editorial Board warned Sacramento residents against risking their lives by venturing out.
"Please don't be fooled by the sudden wave of reopening restaurants, stores and salons around Sacramento," we wrote. "COVID-19 still stalks California. It will infect and kill many more people before this pandemic ends."
We noted that one local establishment "had patrons at every table and a crowd at the bar." We noted that the governor's mixed messages about the seriousness of the pandemic were confusing people. We noted that Lassen County had been forced to close down again after its rushed reopening resulted in a spike in infections.
"We are definitely headed in that direction, and the next four weeks will be pretty interesting," Dr. Lisa Barcellos, a UC Berkeley epidemiologist, told us at the time.
West Sacramento Mayor Chris Cabaldon called Yolo County's plans to reopen "a clear danger" to his city. He said California didn't have the testing and contact tracing capabilities necessary to reopen safely.
And here we are: Shutting down again as infections spike.
Gov. Gavin Newsom, and Sacramento County Public Health Director Peter Beilenson, own the most responsibility for this unfolding catastrophe. At a time when COVID-19 still posed a serious threat to public health and safety, they gave the green light to reopen. Many people interpreted their actions as a signal that it was fine to relax and return to normal life. Newsom and Beilenson must learn from these mistakes and avoid repeating them. They must follow science and refuse to be cowed by political pressure.
The rising infections we see today are the direct result of their error and, once the deaths are counted, they will need to fully account for their terrible decisions. Our leaders are not, however, solely to blame for this deadly debacle. The people who crowded the bars, refused to wear masks or decided to hold parties in the middle of the deadliest pandemic in memory must also take a look in the mirror. The irresponsible actions of a few have set us all back. Some people will pay with their lives due to these lapses in judgment.
"I went out a couple of weeks ago ... because of my stupidity I put my mom and sisters and my family's health in jeopardy," wrote Thomas Macias, a 51-year-old truck driver from Southern California who got infected with COVID-19 after attending a party last month. "This is no joke. If you have to go out, wear a mask, and practice social distancing."
Macias died the day after he wrote this, according to NBC News, but his final words are the best advice you'll ever get.
Don't be stupid. Stay home. Avoid crowds. Wear a mask. Stay alive so that you – and your loved ones – can celebrate the day this coronavirus nightmare finally ends.
Quote from: Big Tim on July 07, 2020, 02:08:52 AM
For one of the few times I agree with Fred & I agree with Fred more than you think. I am 100% OK with going fishing, every man for themselves. But what I worry about today is the fact that we are going to have 20 people from 20 different homes from 20 different parts of the state meeting at one house to party ... I have not seen my son for over 2 months and he just had to quarantine for 14 days because of a covid-19 interaction, #### means different things when #### hits close to home. I approached Alan about 10 people paying $200.00 each to charter the boat & it turned into this? I'm not so sure I'm OK with this party. We need to tighten things up a bit or I'm going pull to the plug on my end...I need to see my son, and he is 100% on the same page with me.
Big Tim are you guys still in on this trip?
a few have dropped out, the rest are spreading out.......
Quote from: pjstevko on July 08, 2020, 02:52:45 AM
Quote from: Big Tim on July 07, 2020, 02:08:52 AM
For one of the few times I agree with Fred & I agree with Fred more than you think. I am 100% OK with going fishing, every man for themselves. But what I worry about today is the fact that we are going to have 20 people from 20 different homes from 20 different parts of the state meeting at one house to party ... I have not seen my son for over 2 months and he just had to quarantine for 14 days because of a covid-19 interaction, #### means different things when #### hits close to home. I approached Alan about 10 people paying $200.00 each to charter the boat & it turned into this? I'm not so sure I'm OK with this party. We need to tighten things up a bit or I'm going pull to the plug on my end...I need to see my son, and he is 100% on the same page with me.
Big Tim are you guys still in on this trip?
Working the details out. I will be at the house, my son and crew at a B & B, not 100% sure to show at the house.
Yesterday's post from SLO Cnty Health Director is expecting the county to be placed on the CA Watchlist. I compared their #'s to ours, up here in Solano:
san luis obispo cnty (2018 pop: 284,010), 43 new cases overnt, expecting to be added to CA Cnty Watchlist. This is relative to solano cnty (2018 pop: 446,610) 70 new cases/day from 7/2-7/5.
https://www.slocounty.ca.gov/Departments/Health-Agency/Public-Health/Department-News/COVID-19-Updates/Officials-Say-SLO-County-Heads-for-State's-Watch-L.aspx
Like I told Alan, in light of this pandemic I did not plan to socialize or visit the clubhouse this yr. That can wait. I just plan to fish & wave 'hello' to yall, my extended family. I've never fished out of Morro Bay & heard great things about it when conditions are right...Not to make light of the subject but this chat could use some music, one with an appropriate title(?)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KNIZofPB8ZM
How far in advance would they cancel due to forecasted weather?
I will fish if the boat goes but if they cancel I'll probably make a bomber run to SD to fish a full day trip on Monday.....
Alan thanks for saving me a room!!!!
pj, i finally finished all of the "rush" jobs and will start on your reels right now. i'll bring them with me tomorrow.
Quote from: alantani on July 10, 2020, 08:37:28 PM
pj, i finally finished all of the "rush" jobs and will start on your reels right now. i'll bring them with me tomorrow.
Ok sounds good. Just let me know what I owe you and i'll bring the payment with me. PM me here until 5pm or text my 305# after that
if you have questions
I'm sorry to say that I am canceling out. The weather forecast, while not great, is improved, but my wife would make things very unpleasant for me if I take any unnecessary risk of exposure to the virus, and to be honest, I am scared sh*%&!less about it too. There are now two spots available on the boat, so if you know anyone who might want to go, please let them know.
With a very few exceptions, I have been nowhere besides the grocery store and the post office for the past four months. I have only been fishing once since last year. It looked like things were under control here in San Luis Obispo County for most of May and the first half of June, with an average of only 3 or 4 new cases per day, but we are now averaging ten times that many cases, and our death count has quadrupled over the past week (that's a little bit misleading as we only had one death up until we added three more this week), and the health department expects it to get even worse.
I hope that you guys knock 'em dead. The fishing has been great, and the weather forecast seems to be getting nicer daily. You might want to bring a lighter outfit, in addition to your deep water stuff, just in case they decide to fish inshore to get out of the wind. Please be careful and protect yourselves and everyone near you, especially inside of Alan's house.
Randy
Quote from: Vintage Offshore Tackle on July 10, 2020, 10:49:45 PM
I'm sorry to say that I am canceling out. The weather forecast, while not great, is improved, but my wife would make things very unpleasant for me if I take any unnecessary risk of exposure to the virus, and to be honest, I am scared sh*%&!less about it too. There are now two spots available on the boat, so if you know anyone who might want to go, please let them know.
With a very few exceptions, I have been nowhere besides the grocery store and the post office for the past four months. I have only been fishing once since last year. It looked like things were under control here in San Luis Obispo County for most of May and the first half of June, with an average of only 3 or 4 new cases per day, but we are now averaging ten times that many cases, and our death count has quadrupled over the past week (that's a little bit misleading as we only had one death up until we added three more this week), and the health department expects it to get even worse.
I hope that you guys knock 'em dead. The fishing has been great, and the weather forecast seems to be getting nicer daily. You might want to bring a lighter outfit, in addition to your deep water stuff, just in case they decide to fish inshore to get out of the wind. Please be careful and protect yourselves and everyone near you, especially inside of Alan's house.
Randy
Randy sorry to hear you won't be joining us but i understand. I'll leave the rod and reel at Jerry's Marine for you to pick up and you can Paypal me whatever you think they're worth...
Will do PJ. Jerry's is temporarily closed on the weekends and they close at 4:00PM on weekdays. If you are not planning to be in town until Tuesday? If not, I can call the Morro Bay Landing office and ask them if you can leave them there.
Thank you,
Randy
How many of you guys are planning on eating at the clubhouse on Sunday night?
I'm trying to figure out how many tri-tips I need to buy......
Mrs. T and I will meet you at the harbor Monday morning.
Jack
bringing some essentials, a big hunk of bluefin and some rice, maybe for tonight's dinner. we're headed down in a few hours. not sure about how many more guys. but there is a store nearby if we need anything.
if you are staying at the house, please bring a sleeping bag, pillow and towels.
for fishing, we will likely be fishing deep, like 200-300 feet. that means 1 pound weights so that we all drift the same and not tangle each other up. also, just a little hint. simple double hook rigs like shrimp flies with squid will get you down fast, and it it is usually the guy that gets down fastest that gets bit first.
Alan,
As I type, Jennifer is making a childhood treat - Rice Krispy Treats!!!
Hermetically sealed in Saran wrap plus... enough for all of us, the skipper and 2 crew members.
AND... Her double chocolate chip brownies - the reel ones, nothing funning going on here!!!! We've had them before, they seem to be a fan favourite!!!
Again wrapped in Saran wrap. She keeps a very clean kitchen ;D
I'll make a Sunday nite appetizer - shrimp in lime and garlic with a red cocktail sauce - I'll bring small cups we can use to keep our food to ourselves.
Also, will bring the Mark Mayo custom-made Fishy Scotch box, and some adult beverages for all to enjoy.
https://alantani.com/index.php?topic=19070.0
What else can I bring food wize????
Also, IF ANYONE needs a ride down, I leave from San Mateo, on Sunday after lunch with my wife,
and returning Tuesday after breakfast to San Mateo.
Let me know.
Wayne
Quote from: El Pescador on July 11, 2020, 06:55:16 PM
Alan,
As I type, Jennifer is making a childhood treat - Rice Krispy Treats!!!
Hermetically sealed in Saran wrap plus... enough for all of us, the skipper and 2 crew members.
AND... Her double chocolate chip brownies - the reel ones, nothing funning going on here!!!! We've had them before, they seem to be a fan favourite!!!
Again wrapped in Saran wrap. She keeps a very clean kitchen ;D
I'll make a Sunday nite appetizer - shrimp in lime and garlic with a red cocktail sauce - I'll bring small cups we can use to keep our food to ourselves.
Also, will bring the Mark Mayo custom-made Fishy Scotch box, and some adult beverages for all to enjoy.
https://alantani.com/index.php?topic=19070.0
What else can I bring food wize????
Also, IF ANYONE needs a ride down, I leave from San Mateo, on Sunday after lunch with my wife,
and returning Tuesday after breakfast to San Mateo.
Let me know.
Wayne
Wayne/Jennifer Thank you for bringing the treats and supplying an appetizer!
I'm gonna pick up a couple tri-tips for the grill and possibly a tray of twice baked potatoes or some other side dish.
I think at this point maybe a salad to go along with dinner and we should be all set...but the more food the better!!!!
C everyone Sunday night!!!!
Man, all that food sounds good! Have a great dinner!! Unfortunately, we'll just see you guys at the dock on Mon!! Wayne, if you see a silver Expedition on 101 w/a pic of a lab retriever on the tailgate, honk!! I'll be on my way to pickup Brooke in Monterey. Be safe!!
- Neil
Will do Neil,
IF... you see a red Hyundai Santa Fe being pulled over, it's probably me!!
Last visit the weekend before Memorial Day weekend, driving to visit Domnick & Linda, average speed as 80+ mph!!! A Frigg'n NASCAR race for sure!!!!
I look forward to meeting you!
Wayne
We have rods for sale!!!
Ask my wife if I 'need' to buy another rod or another reel anytime soon! ;>
- Neil
BRING your Suntan lotion,
It's going to be just a nice day, some winds, BUTT nothing too bad.
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Wayne
Looks like typical HMB (half moon bay, ca) weather! Let's go fishing!! Fish On!! Get da Gaff!! Lol!!
Oh, my....
Two spots were available this morning. One spot left now, I took the other 😎 Loading up the car and headed to Cayucos see you guys this afternoon. You guys need me to bring anything? Bill
The party has started!
And so it begins.....
Any fatalities this morning ?? I've seen that before with some of the guys .......................... not me of course!!
Cheers:
Todd
I see my man Billy-boy!!! Looks great! miss you guys! if this covid crap ever goes away I'm coming out!!!!! Had to cancel wife's 50th birthday trip (July 4) but she is all about coming to San Fran and meeting the Tani's et al! Except Dominick...I warned her about that guy :) But Linda, yes !!!
hope you guys did well today!!
Looks like one for the record books! Can't wait to see the pictures this evening.
The Man
One of many. Won the jackpot with an even bigger fish!
Tanja won Randy's prize!!!!!
And we're home!
Quote from: alantani on July 13, 2020, 10:40:15 PM
One of many. Won the jackpot with an even bigger fish!
You won the jackpot again?
Looks like an awesome time! 8)
Quote from: thorhammer on July 13, 2020, 08:02:51 PM
I see my man Billy-boy!!! Looks great! miss you guys! if this covid crap ever goes away I'm coming out!!!!! Had to cancel wife's 50th birthday trip (July 4) but she is all about coming to San Fran and meeting the Tani's et al! Except Dominick...I warned her about that guy :) But Linda, yes !!!
hope you guys did well today!!
You're just worried that she will be attracted by my animal magnetism. ::) Dominick
Quote from: alantani on July 13, 2020, 10:43:17 PM
Tanja won Randy's prize!!!!!
IF.... you want to view the un touched photo, PM me your your email or cell number & I'll send it out in my personal account which is unrestricted by Alan's 12 yr old rule!!!!
Gary I'll send your a photo please pin it in the outside bathroom we use when we visit!!!!!
Wayne
Had a great time meeting more of the Ohana. Alan put me up in the single suite next to the laundry room. Food was fantastic and the spirits were taken in moderation. Everyone "looked" OK to drive in the O-Dark 30 hours to get to the landing. Check in was quick and painless, we boarded at 0600 hrs. All gear was rigged and stowed and we were off.
I was surprised the Starfire was as quick as she was and within the hour we made our first drop. A few of the youngsters obliged us with chumming the fish as we motored along. And for most of the morning. 🤢 We fished at 300' all day which provided some good arm/back workouts. Shrimp flies and whole squid were the hot ticket today. Almost every stop yielded good quality fish. Alan's jackpot grouper had black spots on it. Never seen that before. I saw only one ling cod keeper, and 2 petrole, Jonathan landed a short ling first thing in the morning.
The Neptuna made its maiden voyage. Worked great and even Wayne made a drop with it. Next time it goes out I'm going to put an old school rail plate on it to make it more manageable for rock fish. I tied some shrimp flies and one of them is much worse for the wear and was really popular with the Rock cod.
Randy's door prize provided lots of laughs when it was opened 🤣🤣 Especially considering who won it. 😉. Looking forward to the next Starfire trip. The 4 hour commute from Crestline wasn't too bad and I got home with enough daylight to clean the gear up before bedtime. The crew is continuing the party this evening, so all bets are off for who is able to drive in the AM.
That's a whole lot of reds!
Must not forget the golden carp award 🏆
Ay Wayne did the drag work okay with that one, all the help we gave you must have came in handy, cheers Don.
HA! Cute one Wayne! As big as the squid.
It was a great trip with amazing food, good fishing and new and old friends!
More pics
OK, I'll bite. What's the last one.
-steve
Alright Kids, Ready for some more photos!!!!
I left San Mateo, it was warm, hit San Jose at 97 Degrees,
Hit King City all the way to Paso Robles - 110 degrees!!!!
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Arrived in Morro Bay - stopped by Taco Temple to pick up for Buddy Boy Rick his favorite - Giardiniera Salsa!!!! Picked up a half a gallon for him.
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Arrived at the Club House, and guess who are the FIRST TWO cast of online characters I see!!!!! Jonathan (Theswimmer) and BIG Tim!!!
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Ellen is selling LOTS of rods, reels and terminal tackle at a price I cannot post here. VALUES galore!!!
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PJ gets cranking on dinner, here Tri Tip he brought from his local butcher - and some chicken sticks.
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Ellen make sushi bake - sushi rice with shrimp or crab with seaweed - it was very good!!!
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To eat it, you take a piece of thin dried seaweed,
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Place a dollop of the sushi bake atop the seaweed and enjoy!!!!
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Jonathan brings his handmade salsa verde!!!! Son, you need to post this in the recipe section!!! THIS WAS THE BOMB!!!!!!!
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Thank you Ellen for making this: Hawaiian Mac Salad!!!!
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DINNER!!!!
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Alan brings out his new reel!!! and ELECTRIC Daiwa reel!!!!! I made fun of him until my 20th drop of 300' of water!!!! Alan, you are a smart man!!!1
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Power is supplied by an electric cord OR a battery pack!!!
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OK, let's cut the chitchat, and go fishing.
4AM is GO TIME, we arrive at the dock at 5AM :o
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The law is social distancing and face masks. Everyone complied.
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Once we were underway, standing outside and against the rail 6' apart, we could remove the masks.
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We head out past Morro Rock,
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The Starfire is a grand boat, we ran at 14 mph to the fishing grounds. Wide with lots of interior seating and exterior covered seating. Like a mini- San Diego Long Range boat!!! I was impressed. The two deckhands, BEST I've fished with. PERIOD.
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The corner of Portside and stern belonged to ... you guess who!!!!! ALAN!!!
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The deckhand was making a breakfast burrito for $8!!! Almost enough food for the entire day.
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Here are Bill (Tarfu) and PJ!!!! Bill holding his Cradle rod with the Penn 349 attached. I fished it, and the reel sitting as low as it is make reeling so smooth.
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PJ is sampling one of Jennifer's treats - a childhood favorite - Rice Krispie Treats!!!
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IT was 1 1/2 hour run to the fishing grounds. WELL WORTH the effort. RED's are what we mostly caught. RED's are Vermillion Rockfish.
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Someone brought in this Wolf Eel - freaky looking - never seen one before.
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Jonathan brings his super narrow - 501 PURPLE P21XN TIB frame reel - RANDY if you are reading this, PLEASE FIND ONE FOR ME!!!! SERIOUSLY!!!! Larger arbor than my surfmaster 100 WHICH works perfectly for the day made line pick up from 300 feet just that much easier.
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Right behind Alan was Jonathan with one of his MANY big, fat Red's!!! RED's make the BEST Fish Tacos for sure.
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Checking the day's fish bag counts, RED's, RED's and more RED's.
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Here is the first blue sky of the day.
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We're done and heading home.
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Here are Jonathan and PJ. PJ's day job is to pluck guys like me from the backwoods. His usual distress call is something like this... "64-year-old man, with a heart attack". PJ works on a helicopter either end of the rope. Atop in the helicopter or on the bottom end assisting those that need help.
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Here is Khanh, enjoying the sunshine!!!!! This young man is a very accomplished fisherman and hunter. Nice to spend the day on the rail with him, EVENTHOUGH he fowled my fishing line SEVEN TIMES!!!!! When we brought up the fouled lines, Khanh had his one or two big Red's me ... NADA.
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Here is Tanja with a gift from one of our own - Randy Pauly!!!!
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I've had 42 email requests for the UNtouched photo to be sent out.
RANDY!!! What is the story behind this unique gift?????? PLEASE advise us!!!!
Jennifer's Brownies were the first to go, then the Rice Krispie treats were gone, last were the colorful trout cookies. BUTT at day's end, all were enjoyed.
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Randy???? Are you looking for one??? I'm serious!!!!
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We are all back at the Clubhouse for another evening of fishing tails and fellowship. Alan has brought together people of as similar style and it reely shows when we are together. THANK YOU ALAN for setting up this trip and for the unique 12-year old rule. THAT one item makes us different and sets the standard for others to match.
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PLEASE, if you want to comment on these shots, PLEASE DO!!!!
Wayne
Thanks Wayne for the great report & nice clear pics, good to see all the smiling faces, good times Great memories, cheers don.
Can someone turn the last pic of my post 90 degrees clockwise and turn the pic off me upright as well.....
Thanks
Good Fishing guys, the food, I mean, I will have to fly out next time just to eat!
:-)
It looks like I missed a good time with flat seas. :'( :'( :'( Dominick
I'd like to add a few pics as well. The bow was a little rougher but no less productive. I pulled up 8 reds in a row, only one at 2lbs while the rest were well over 3lbs! Alan paid us a visit up front after the capt called it a day.
Oops, sorry. I dunno how to rotate these pics. Anyway, this is Alan & my buddy, Brooke. Note the burlap bag - Brooke nailed em with his jig & teaser combo. In the end he came out with limits of red, at least 4 nice sized petrale sole, and at least one keeper ling. My burlap bag that I loaned him mustv seen better days since it literally burst under the weight. That's the kind of fishing we'd experienced! My, oh my!! Let's do it again!
- Neil
Heading back to the landing with full bags and a great day of fun!! Thank you, Alan, for the invite, and all who made the trip for making it a blast! My family enjoyed the tastiest fresh reds we've ever had!
- Neil
Good on you Neil, nice pics, looks like the weather condition were good to, cheers Don.
What a trip !
Truly a definition of Ohana .
Thanks to.all for the great eats esp. Ellen , PJ ,Khanh and Wayne .
Great company both old friends and new.
Thanks to our fearless leader for once more trusting us in your folks vacation home . Without Mr and Mrs Tani there would be no Clubhouse. Thank you again
I just know Glen was up there somewhere watching , just happy to see some of his gear catching fish again....
Some more pics.
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5 mile beach run Tuesday morning...
The last photo in my post was of Morro Rock looking through the anchor pulpit.....it'd be easier to see if it got turned 90 degrees
Just want to say what a great time I had, hanging out with everyone. Food was excellent, conversation was fun, people I've never met made me feel at home, Alan was gracious to let us pirates share the clubhouse, the Starfire is a great boat. All the cool gear I saw fishing is going to give my wife a heart attack when I try to sneak it into the house. A better bunch of people you will be hard pressed to find. Hopefully when this CV-19 is over more of the guys and gals can do this again. Sign me up now in advance! Bill
Quote from: Bill B (Tarfu) on July 17, 2020, 02:44:08 AM
Just want to say what a great time I had, hanging out with everyone. Food was excellent, conversation was fun, people I've never met made me feel at home, Alan was gracious to let us pirates share the clubhouse, the Starfire is a great boat. All the cool gear I saw fishing is going to give my wife a heart attack when I try to sneak it into the house. A better bunch of people you will be hard pressed to find. Hopefully when this CV-19 is over more of the guys and gals can do this again. Sign me up now in advance! Bill
Bill it was great to meet you and I'm glad you jumped on the trip last minute!
Hello and thanks to Everyone!...really fun trip, I appreciate everyone that put in the effort to organize it. Great group to fish with everyone, even though I try to stick around the bow and out of everyone's way...Definitely will keep my eyes here, hope to cut my teeth on a socal tuna trip sooner or later.