rob bauerle
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I knew I could count on the Canadians. Miss you Nomad
05/16 - 05/18 - Friday Harbor 2014
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Got this in our email today as "regulars".
20% off 2+ nights at EarthBox Inn
On San Juan Island, the ebb and flow of island life leaves you so relaxed, refreshed, and rejuvenated, you just might find it unbearably hard to leave. That’s why if you plan to stay 2 nights or longer with us, you’ll save 20%. Plus you’ll receive a FREE Organic mini-facial with any Massage or Body Treatment at The Spa at Earthbox if you book at least 7 days prior to your arrival.
Valid May 1 - 22, 2014. Savings are off regular rates. Not valid with any other special. Enter the promo code STAYMAY or mention this offer when booking your stay.
We will be coming in the 19 this year and staying on the boat but for the last couple of years we stayed on shore at the EarthBox Inn. The price per night was about 200-300 per night but very nice and they have pet rooms as well. With Aven along we also took full advantage of the indoor hot tub and pool on site. Its very close to West Marine which is about a 5 minute walk up the main street from the docks.
We are not affiliated with this place at all but have stayed there during 3 visits and enjoyed each one.
Greg
http://www.earthboxinn.com/specials-packages
20% off 2+ nights at EarthBox Inn
On San Juan Island, the ebb and flow of island life leaves you so relaxed, refreshed, and rejuvenated, you just might find it unbearably hard to leave. That’s why if you plan to stay 2 nights or longer with us, you’ll save 20%. Plus you’ll receive a FREE Organic mini-facial with any Massage or Body Treatment at The Spa at Earthbox if you book at least 7 days prior to your arrival.
Valid May 1 - 22, 2014. Savings are off regular rates. Not valid with any other special. Enter the promo code STAYMAY or mention this offer when booking your stay.
We will be coming in the 19 this year and staying on the boat but for the last couple of years we stayed on shore at the EarthBox Inn. The price per night was about 200-300 per night but very nice and they have pet rooms as well. With Aven along we also took full advantage of the indoor hot tub and pool on site. Its very close to West Marine which is about a 5 minute walk up the main street from the docks.
We are not affiliated with this place at all but have stayed there during 3 visits and enjoyed each one.
Greg
http://www.earthboxinn.com/specials-packages
Pat Anderson
New member
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She drank Canadian whiskey
Pure blended whiskey
She drank it like wine
Her eyes were the color of Canadian whiskey
Pure blended whiskey
So light brown and fine
source: http://www.lyricsondemand.com/n/nancigr ... yrics.html
She drank Canadian whiskey
Pure blended whiskey
She drank it like wine
Her eyes were the color of Canadian whiskey
Pure blended whiskey
So light brown and fine
source: http://www.lyricsondemand.com/n/nancigr ... yrics.html
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PaulNBriannaLynn
New member
We'll be there this year. We regretted missing it last year, that's not gonna happen this time. Looking forward to it!
redbaronace
New member
Starcrafttom
Will you be fishing for ling cod during the Friday Harbor gathering?
Will you be fishing for ling cod during the Friday Harbor gathering?
For anyone attending Friday Harbor - I'll be sending burgees and patches along for purchase.
I also have one rail mount flag pole - $20, still new in the package. Bought one more than I needed.
http://www.wholesalemarine.com/adjustab ... mount.html
Have fun, everyone - unfortunately, I'm gonna miss it again.
I also have one rail mount flag pole - $20, still new in the package. Bought one more than I needed.
http://www.wholesalemarine.com/adjustab ... mount.html
Have fun, everyone - unfortunately, I'm gonna miss it again.
As Redbaronce alluded to, Ling Cod fishing is going on that time of year. Best person to get in touch with is StarCraft Tom. I think he has taken more people on his boat to show them how to fish the local fisheries than any C-Brat around. He certainly showed me the ropes for both salmon and lingcod. We had fun last year fishing the San Juans. King Marine (above the supermarket) probably sells fishing licenses.jkidd":129e9alf said:
I haven't checked on the shrimping seasons but that usually is going on around that time too. It just takes lots of gear.
Tom, I'm waiting for your response any time now. You Da Man! :thup
redbaronace
New member
It would be fun to be out with several other c-brats boats fishing for lings, at least for a few hours of the time each day.
starcrafttom
Active member
Thank you Peter. Below are the dates for halibut, ling cod and shrimp. All of which will be open at the time of the gathering. I will post a how to for ling cod later.
PACIFIC HALIBUT** May 9-June 7, 2014 May 9-May 10: Open Friday and Saturday ONLY. May 17: Saturday ONLY. May
22-May 25: Thursday through Sunday ONLY. May 29-May-31: Thursday through
Saturday ONLY. June 7: Saturday ONLY. No min. size. Daily limit 1.
LINGCOD May 1-June 15
May 21-June 15
Hook and line season. Min. size 26". Max. size 36". Daily limit 1.
Spearfishing season. Max. size 36". Daily limit 1.
shrimp-MARINE AREAS 7 EAST,
7 SOUTH , and 7 WEST
(see map on page 134)
ALL SPECIES Opens first Saturday in May. For shrimp season open dates and times go to:
http://wdfw.wa.gov/fishing/shellfish/shrimp/ or refer to the toll-free shellfish rule change
hotline (866) 880-5431.
PACIFIC HALIBUT** May 9-June 7, 2014 May 9-May 10: Open Friday and Saturday ONLY. May 17: Saturday ONLY. May
22-May 25: Thursday through Sunday ONLY. May 29-May-31: Thursday through
Saturday ONLY. June 7: Saturday ONLY. No min. size. Daily limit 1.
LINGCOD May 1-June 15
May 21-June 15
Hook and line season. Min. size 26". Max. size 36". Daily limit 1.
Spearfishing season. Max. size 36". Daily limit 1.
shrimp-MARINE AREAS 7 EAST,
7 SOUTH , and 7 WEST
(see map on page 134)
ALL SPECIES Opens first Saturday in May. For shrimp season open dates and times go to:
http://wdfw.wa.gov/fishing/shellfish/shrimp/ or refer to the toll-free shellfish rule change
hotline (866) 880-5431.
starcrafttom
Active member
Well after looking closer at the wdfw site I see that shrimp will be open the weekend before and after the gathering but not on the gathering. Also please take notice that area 7 west will be open seven days a week after June 1st in the San Juans until Sept 1. You can shrimp all summer in area 7 west. This is only the second year for this season and last year they did not make quota in 7 west. I would be happy to sit down with any one at the gathering that will be coming back later in the summer to talk about how, where and, most important, when to shrimp in 7 west. It is all about the tides and nothing but the tides.
Ok about ling cod. I figured out ling cod last year and it was great. I have since tossed all my jigs away.You only need the following to catch ling cod anywhere in Washington or Canada. This is a great fishery for the people that do not fish much and do not want to spend a lot on gear. So here is the shopping list
1. Medium to heavy salmon rod with levelwind reel spooled with at least 30lb to50lbs test. I highly recommend braid for you main line.
2. Spool of 15 to 20 lbs test for catching bait and 30 to 50lbs mono for ling leaders.
3. Small thin wire hook for catching bait ( I will have to go look up size but its not to important.
4. Size 5/0 to 6/0 barbless circle hook for lings. You dont have to use circle hooks but they work better for this type of fishing and do not hang on the bottom near as much.
5. Swivel, beads, and weight slider. You can also use a swivel with a snap instead of the slider.
6. Bait for the catching bait. This can be anything from salami strips to piece of cheese to what ever you got in the boat. Big gulp bait strips would be great for this.
7. A dozen or more ( lots more if peter is on the boat) 4 to 6 ounce ball weights. Maybe even 8 ounce.
double hook bait riggs
That link will show you how to tie your bait rig.
mooching rig
This link shows how to tie a mooching rig. For our use you want the hook about 6 to 8 inches apart and the leader to be 4 to 8 feet long. I like 6 to 8 ft.
The whole thing is so simple its funny. First thing to do is catch your bait. With your two hook bottom rig, a 2 ounce weight and a bait of your choice go find a flat area near some rocks, sand is best but mud bottom is ok, in20 to 60 ft of water drop you rig to the bottom. Now here is the important part. You want the lead just hitting the bottom and the line tight. Don’t let it sit or drag on the bottom. You also want that rod in your hand and just your hand. Don't hold it against you leg or belly. If you do you will miss hits and waste bait. If you don't have a hit is 2 minutes move. You don't have to go far but move. Once you have one you just keep hitting that spot. First flounder you catch is cut up into bait strips a half by ¼ inch. They make the best bait for catching themselves. I have caught 15 in fewer than 10 mins. You want to keep them alive in a bucket of fresh salt water. Replace the water once an hour. I will tell you this right now, it’s the funniest fishing in the world. and if you have young kids they will love it. Oh what we are catching is flounder or sole which are great eating in their own right.
I have to go work right now but will post later about the ling cod part of the adventure.
Ok about ling cod. I figured out ling cod last year and it was great. I have since tossed all my jigs away.You only need the following to catch ling cod anywhere in Washington or Canada. This is a great fishery for the people that do not fish much and do not want to spend a lot on gear. So here is the shopping list
1. Medium to heavy salmon rod with levelwind reel spooled with at least 30lb to50lbs test. I highly recommend braid for you main line.
2. Spool of 15 to 20 lbs test for catching bait and 30 to 50lbs mono for ling leaders.
3. Small thin wire hook for catching bait ( I will have to go look up size but its not to important.
4. Size 5/0 to 6/0 barbless circle hook for lings. You dont have to use circle hooks but they work better for this type of fishing and do not hang on the bottom near as much.
5. Swivel, beads, and weight slider. You can also use a swivel with a snap instead of the slider.
6. Bait for the catching bait. This can be anything from salami strips to piece of cheese to what ever you got in the boat. Big gulp bait strips would be great for this.
7. A dozen or more ( lots more if peter is on the boat) 4 to 6 ounce ball weights. Maybe even 8 ounce.
double hook bait riggs
That link will show you how to tie your bait rig.
mooching rig
This link shows how to tie a mooching rig. For our use you want the hook about 6 to 8 inches apart and the leader to be 4 to 8 feet long. I like 6 to 8 ft.
The whole thing is so simple its funny. First thing to do is catch your bait. With your two hook bottom rig, a 2 ounce weight and a bait of your choice go find a flat area near some rocks, sand is best but mud bottom is ok, in20 to 60 ft of water drop you rig to the bottom. Now here is the important part. You want the lead just hitting the bottom and the line tight. Don’t let it sit or drag on the bottom. You also want that rod in your hand and just your hand. Don't hold it against you leg or belly. If you do you will miss hits and waste bait. If you don't have a hit is 2 minutes move. You don't have to go far but move. Once you have one you just keep hitting that spot. First flounder you catch is cut up into bait strips a half by ¼ inch. They make the best bait for catching themselves. I have caught 15 in fewer than 10 mins. You want to keep them alive in a bucket of fresh salt water. Replace the water once an hour. I will tell you this right now, it’s the funniest fishing in the world. and if you have young kids they will love it. Oh what we are catching is flounder or sole which are great eating in their own right.
I have to go work right now but will post later about the ling cod part of the adventure.
starcrafttom
Active member
Well after looking closer at the wdfw site I see that shrimp will be open the weekend before and after the gathering but not on the gathering. Also please take notice that area 7 west will be open seven days a week after June 1st in the San Juans until Sept 1. You can shrimp all summer in area 7 west. This is only the second year for this season and last year they did not make quota in 7 west. I would be happy to sit down with any one at the gathering that will be coming back later in the summer to talk about how, where and, most important, when to shrimp in 7 west. It is all about the tides and nothing but the tides.
Ok about ling cod. I figured out ling cod last year and it was great. I have since tossed all my jigs away.You only need the following to catch ling cod anywhere in Washington or Canada. This is a great fishery for the people that do not fish much and do not want to spend a lot on gear. So here is the shopping list
1. Medium to heavy salmon rod with levelwind reel spooled with at least 30lb to50lbs test. I highly recommend braid for you main line.
2. Spool of 15 to 20 lbs test for catching bait and 30 to 50lbs mono for ling leaders.
3. Small thin wire hook for catching bait ( I will have to go look up size but its not to important.
4. Size 5/0 to 6/0 barbless circle hook for lings. You dont have to use circle hooks but they work better for this type of fishing and do not hang on the bottom near as much.
5. Swivel, beads, and weight slider. You can also use a swivel with a snap instead of the slider.
6. Bait for the catching bait. This can be anything from salami strips to piece of cheese to what ever you got in the boat. Big gulp bait strips would be great for this.
7. A dozen or more ( lots more if peter is on the boat) 4 to 6 ounce ball weights. Maybe even 8 ounce.
double hook bait riggs
That link will show you how to tie your bait rig.
mooching rig
This link shows how to tie a mooching rig. For our use you want the hook about 6 to 8 inches apart and the leader to be 4 to 8 feet long. I like 6 to 8 ft.
The whole thing is so simple its funny. First thing to do is catch your bait. With your two hook bottom rig, a 2 ounce weight and a bait of your choice go find a flat area near some rocks, sand is best but mud bottom is ok, in20 to 60 ft of water drop you rig to the bottom. Now here is the important part. You want the lead just hitting the bottom and the line tight. Don’t let it sit or drag on the bottom. You also want that rod in your hand and just your hand. Don't hold it against you leg or belly. If you do you will miss hits and waste bait. If you don't have a hit is 2 minutes move. You don't have to go far but move. Once you have one you just keep hitting that spot. First flounder you catch is cut up into bait strips a half by ¼ inch. They make the best bait for catching themselves. I have caught 15 in fewer than 10 mins. You want to keep them alive in a bucket of fresh salt water. Replace the water once an hour. I will tell you this right now, it’s the funniest fishing in the world. and if you have young kids they will love it. Oh what we are catching is flounder or sole which are great eating in their own right.
I have to go work right now but will post later about the ling cod part of the adventure.
Ok about ling cod. I figured out ling cod last year and it was great. I have since tossed all my jigs away.You only need the following to catch ling cod anywhere in Washington or Canada. This is a great fishery for the people that do not fish much and do not want to spend a lot on gear. So here is the shopping list
1. Medium to heavy salmon rod with levelwind reel spooled with at least 30lb to50lbs test. I highly recommend braid for you main line.
2. Spool of 15 to 20 lbs test for catching bait and 30 to 50lbs mono for ling leaders.
3. Small thin wire hook for catching bait ( I will have to go look up size but its not to important.
4. Size 5/0 to 6/0 barbless circle hook for lings. You dont have to use circle hooks but they work better for this type of fishing and do not hang on the bottom near as much.
5. Swivel, beads, and weight slider. You can also use a swivel with a snap instead of the slider.
6. Bait for the catching bait. This can be anything from salami strips to piece of cheese to what ever you got in the boat. Big gulp bait strips would be great for this.
7. A dozen or more ( lots more if peter is on the boat) 4 to 6 ounce ball weights. Maybe even 8 ounce.
double hook bait riggs
That link will show you how to tie your bait rig.
mooching rig
This link shows how to tie a mooching rig. For our use you want the hook about 6 to 8 inches apart and the leader to be 4 to 8 feet long. I like 6 to 8 ft.
The whole thing is so simple its funny. First thing to do is catch your bait. With your two hook bottom rig, a 2 ounce weight and a bait of your choice go find a flat area near some rocks, sand is best but mud bottom is ok, in20 to 60 ft of water drop you rig to the bottom. Now here is the important part. You want the lead just hitting the bottom and the line tight. Don’t let it sit or drag on the bottom. You also want that rod in your hand and just your hand. Don't hold it against you leg or belly. If you do you will miss hits and waste bait. If you don't have a hit is 2 minutes move. You don't have to go far but move. Once you have one you just keep hitting that spot. First flounder you catch is cut up into bait strips a half by ¼ inch. They make the best bait for catching themselves. I have caught 15 in fewer than 10 mins. You want to keep them alive in a bucket of fresh salt water. Replace the water once an hour. I will tell you this right now, it’s the funniest fishing in the world. and if you have young kids they will love it. Oh what we are catching is flounder or sole which are great eating in their own right.
I have to go work right now but will post later about the ling cod part of the adventure.
Pat Anderson
New member
After our $$$ repairs and detailing at The Bitter End Boatworks, we don't want no stinkin' fish guts on Daydream! But I do want to learn to catch lings (and what is wrong with catching and eating the flounder you are catching for bait?) - that is what Crabby Lou is for, no issue with fish guts, mud from crab pots, whatever there! Won't have Crabby Lou at Friday Harbor, so hoping I can catch a ride!