[so cal shaggy]

Originally Posted by Ocean-Angler

guys, since we lost alot of good spots, we should start a fishing fund. start an organization, or use an existing one, to restore fishing habitat..
think about this

with the fund $ we raise, we could create a large artificial reef.
by bringing in large rock and dropping them at a specified point, kelp would grow, and rockfish would migrate and begin their life cycle there...

just think.. if 1,000,000 U.S fisherman paid $1.00 each out of the
that would be enough to create like a 1/4 or 1/8 mile kelp bed...?
good idea?

Your idea is very valid and you are thinking outside of the box but unfortunately the feasibility is difficult. There is more involved in building an artificial reef than just "drop a rock and the kelp will grow on it." The ocean environment is complex there are many many variables that have to be taken into account before embarking on an artificial reef project. There has to be current studies, navigational hazard considerations and optimum water depth and quality to create the best conditions for kelp growth. I wish creating an artificial reef was as simple as "dropping some rocks" but it is not. Do a search on the web about Ca artificial reef projects there have been a number of tries but few have succeeded.