Next MLPA meeting--April 28 (Tues) in Oxnard - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

zenspearo · 04-30-2009, 03:22 PM

From a spearo who has been attending these MLPA meetings--a big thank you to our kayak fishing brothers.

I'm from San Diego as well and I too believe that La Jolla is seriously threatened. It, along with Palos Verde, constitutes ground zero in this MLPA fight.

We need to show up in force or we will be hosed when this is over. This is especially true for you guys who need to launch at Avenida de la Playa. If they close La Jolla, you will need to make a 5-mile each-way to even be allowed to begin to fish.

The MLPA people says they only want to close 20%. But the science criteria they use is pretty much the same as that for the Central Coast. In the Central Coast, most of the coast has rocks, kelp, sand, etc. In Socal, 80% is sand. What that means is their 20% covers the only fishing grounds that serve millions of Californians. It's designed that way to eff the fishermen and you need to fight.

Hats off to the kayak fishermen who showed up April 28 and April 29th. You kayak fishermen have strong reps in Paul and MJ. Please continue to support your reps by showing up to speak and don't forget to thank them for this shitty job that they are handed.

SeaDog · 04-30-2009, 08:12 PM

I think we should shoot a video demonstrating why La Jolla is a safe launch when compared to other launch sites. We could play it behind a speaker stressing the safety issues in shutting down La Jolla. I think videos of kayakers getting rocked by the surf is something that would memorable for all in attendance. I'd be willing to participate in the wiping out part of this demonstration, I'm a natural.

Holy Mackerel · 04-30-2009, 09:09 PM

Joe (Zenspearo) thanks for stoking up the masses!

For those kayakers that don't know, Joe has spent a lot of his time, getting the spearos together, attending meetings, and speaking on behalf of consumptives = us...

Joe, if you have any helpful info, please do not hesitate to post up over here.

Chris

PAL · 04-30-2009, 09:48 PM

One thing I've noticed about Joe. When he gives testimony, he talks about kayak anglers and private boaters, not just free divers. Kayak anglers might want to return the favor, we have so much in common.

so cal shaggy · 05-01-2009, 01:44 AM

Hey guys, I copied this from spearboard.com. This is an information workshop that breaks down and explains the MLPA process without all the mumbo jumbo. It is broken down into laymans terms please make a concerned effort to attend one of these sessions.

We have been given a great opportunity!!! Count them...3 nights of MLPA 101!!!

Monday, May 11. Tuesday, May 12. Monday, May 18.

Start time will be 7PM. It will still take me 2 solid hrs to cover all the pertinent information. I will likely have the newest iterations of some work room maps if I can smuggle them out. We will be going over things a little differently, as it is pretty late in the game for some of the stuff regarding SAT review and such. No matter, we will give you the ins and outs! The guys at UASC are really doing the fishing public a big favor, and I am really greatful for the opportunity.

The best contact for location info and adress, etc is United Anglers of Southern California. (949) 863-9447. I will post an adress tomorrow for you. The location is in Signal Hill, Long Beach. We can handle 100 a night!!

PAL · 05-03-2009, 09:14 AM

Public comment for the May 19 RSG meeting is now set for 7 PM - that's a work-friendly time. The meeting will be held at the Doubletree Hotel Santa Ana, 201 East MacArthur Blvd. That's not too bad from San Diego.

See you there!

lamb · 05-03-2009, 10:41 PM

Thanks guys for all your hard work and efforts!

This stuff is... ...scarry.

04-30-2009, 03:22 PM	#1
zenspearo Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Posts: 167	From a spearo who has been attending these MLPA meetings--a big thank you to our kayak fishing brothers. I'm from San Diego as well and I too believe that La Jolla is seriously threatened. It, along with Palos Verde, constitutes ground zero in this MLPA fight. We need to show up in force or we will be hosed when this is over. This is especially true for you guys who need to launch at Avenida de la Playa. If they close La Jolla, you will need to make a 5-mile each-way to even be allowed to begin to fish. The MLPA people says they only want to close 20%. But the science criteria they use is pretty much the same as that for the Central Coast. In the Central Coast, most of the coast has rocks, kelp, sand, etc. In Socal, 80% is sand. What that means is their 20% covers the only fishing grounds that serve millions of Californians. It's designed that way to eff the fishermen and you need to fight. Hats off to the kayak fishermen who showed up April 28 and April 29th. You kayak fishermen have strong reps in Paul and MJ. Please continue to support your reps by showing up to speak and don't forget to thank them for this shitty job that they are handed. Last edited by zenspearo; 04-30-2009 at 08:38 PM.

05-01-2009, 01:44 AM	#5
so cal shaggy Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Anaheim Posts: 85	MLPA 101 Hey guys, I copied this from spearboard.com. This is an information workshop that breaks down and explains the MLPA process without all the mumbo jumbo. It is broken down into laymans terms please make a concerned effort to attend one of these sessions. We have been given a great opportunity!!! Count them...3 nights of MLPA 101!!! Monday, May 11. Tuesday, May 12. Monday, May 18. Start time will be 7PM. It will still take me 2 solid hrs to cover all the pertinent information. I will likely have the newest iterations of some work room maps if I can smuggle them out. We will be going over things a little differently, as it is pretty late in the game for some of the stuff regarding SAT review and such. No matter, we will give you the ins and outs! The guys at UASC are really doing the fishing public a big favor, and I am really greatful for the opportunity. The best contact for location info and adress, etc is United Anglers of Southern California. (949) 863-9447. I will post an adress tomorrow for you. The location is in Signal Hill, Long Beach. We can handle 100 a night!! __________________ Thanks, Jeff

05-03-2009, 10:41 PM	#7
lamb Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 2,568	Thanks guys for all your hard work and efforts! This stuff is... ...scarry. __________________ [------------------------ <)))< ....b-a-a-a-a

04-30-2009, 08:12 PM	#2
SeaDog Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Orange County Posts: 47	I think we should shoot a video demonstrating why La Jolla is a safe launch when compared to other launch sites. We could play it behind a speaker stressing the safety issues in shutting down La Jolla. I think videos of kayakers getting rocked by the surf is something that would memorable for all in attendance. I'd be willing to participate in the wiping out part of this demonstration, I'm a natural.

04-30-2009, 09:09 PM	#3
Holy Mackerel Señor member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 1,627	Joe (Zenspearo) thanks for stoking up the masses! For those kayakers that don't know, Joe has spent a lot of his time, getting the spearos together, attending meetings, and speaking on behalf of consumptives = us... Joe, if you have any helpful info, please do not hesitate to post up over here. Chris

04-30-2009, 09:48 PM	#4
PAL Senior Member Join Date: May 2005 Posts: 754	One thing I've noticed about Joe. When he gives testimony, he talks about kayak anglers and private boaters, not just free divers. Kayak anglers might want to return the favor, we have so much in common.

05-03-2009, 09:14 AM	#6
PAL Senior Member Join Date: May 2005 Posts: 754	Public comment for the May 19 RSG meeting is now set for 7 PM - that's a work-friendly time. The meeting will be held at the Doubletree Hotel Santa Ana, 201 East MacArthur Blvd. That's not too bad from San Diego. See you there!