Catalina trip 4/13/2023. Non-kayak report - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

Mahigeer · 04-17-2023, 08:50 AM

It had been a while since I was fishing at the Mole, and although I have been packing for Baja trip, I had to go.

I met Fish-ninja on Friday to keep me company catching fish.

This trip was dedicated to our dear departed member and a good friend Gdude, in remembrance of yearly GTG in April.
A close look at the picture of Gdude that I took long ago shows another member in the back. Santa. May they all rest in peace.

I went to Catalina a day earlier and spent the night on the Mole. First day I had two bonito.

I did a short time fishing with float, but mostly made cast for bonito with lure, cast-a-bubble and feather.
I also landed some good size mackerel. Both Spanish and Chub verity.

On Friday I had already two schoolie bonito before the first boat arrived.
Later in the afternoon I got a 23" one for the total of five for the trip.

Met many people on the pier and chummed the Garibaldi for the kids and visitors to see.

First day the weather was cold and overcast. Friday, mostly sunny and pleasant. Sometimes windy, but not for a long time.

1-I had my “camp” setup at my usual spot by the flag pole.

The yellow, tent like enclosure took the wind chill factor off and helped with the cold during the night.

2-Sunrise on Friday promising a good day on the Mole.

3-We had windy conditions at times, but what you can depend at the Mole is that the weather always changing.

4-This nice size bonito was the biggest of five landed. Others were more about 18-20” verity.

The End.

PS. Next report from La Paz.

JohnMckroidJr · 04-17-2023, 09:44 AM

Kayak or not,

It's good to see a fish report. I vicariously enjoy your reports. Thanks.

MITCHELL · 04-17-2023, 03:32 PM

That....looks like fresh ceviche....
I wonder if my walking Cain with wheels 🛞 would be aloud on the mole...ect

Mahigeer · 04-17-2023, 06:55 PM

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Originally Posted by JohnMckroidJr

Kayak or not,

It's good to see a fish report. I vicariously enjoy your reports. Thanks.

You are kind.

Mahigeer · 04-17-2023, 06:56 PM

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Originally Posted by MITCHELL

That....looks like fresh ceviche....
I wonder if my walking Cain with wheels 🛞 would be aloud on the mole...ect

I don't see why not?

Maybe I need more information.

MITCHELL · 04-17-2023, 07:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Mahigeer

I don't see why not?

Maybe I need more information.

Kick scooter

MITCHELL · 04-17-2023, 07:43 PM

Is to painful

Mahigeer · 04-18-2023, 08:05 AM

Perhaps a picture to the Catalina Express office would help answer the question.

Cactus Chris · 04-19-2023, 08:02 AM

I love bonito fishing! Nice job

Mahigeer · 04-27-2023, 11:44 AM

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Originally Posted by Cactus Chris

I love bonito fishing! Nice job

Sorry for delay in thank you.
I flew on the 19 to La Paz for a week of fishing.

Cactus Chris · 04-27-2023, 01:39 PM

How was the fishing down there?

Mahigeer · 05-02-2023, 03:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Cactus Chris

How was the fishing down there?

Fishing was slow overall.

I had seen reports that April is a bit early for fishing, but I went since Stocked On Fishing crew was going.

Weather was not too hot and bearable. Dinners and my hotel room were great.
We did have some good fish for the group, but it could have been better.

My best was a nearly #10 skipjack. My friend caught and with the help of the young captain landed a possible #20 one.

Due to the same friend's generosity who could not take fish due to travel plans, I came home with #30 of fillets.

04-17-2023, 07:43 PM	#7
MITCHELL Sea Hunter Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Where ever I may roam where I lay my head I call home. Posts: 2,251	Walking Is to painful __________________ Duke Mitchell

04-17-2023, 08:50 AM	#1
Mahigeer Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 1,862	Catalina trip 4/13/2023. Non-kayak report It had been a while since I was fishing at the Mole, and although I have been packing for Baja trip, I had to go. I met Fish-ninja on Friday to keep me company catching fish. This trip was dedicated to our dear departed member and a good friend Gdude, in remembrance of yearly GTG in April. A close look at the picture of Gdude that I took long ago shows another member in the back. Santa. May they all rest in peace. I went to Catalina a day earlier and spent the night on the Mole. First day I had two bonito. I did a short time fishing with float, but mostly made cast for bonito with lure, cast-a-bubble and feather. I also landed some good size mackerel. Both Spanish and Chub verity. On Friday I had already two schoolie bonito before the first boat arrived. Later in the afternoon I got a 23" one for the total of five for the trip. Met many people on the pier and chummed the Garibaldi for the kids and visitors to see. First day the weather was cold and overcast. Friday, mostly sunny and pleasant. Sometimes windy, but not for a long time. 1-I had my “camp” setup at my usual spot by the flag pole. The yellow, tent like enclosure took the wind chill factor off and helped with the cold during the night. 2-Sunrise on Friday promising a good day on the Mole. 3-We had windy conditions at times, but what you can depend at the Mole is that the weather always changing. 4-This nice size bonito was the biggest of five landed. Others were more about 18-20” verity. The End. PS. Next report from La Paz.

04-17-2023, 09:44 AM	#2
JohnMckroidJr Senior Member Join Date: May 2014 Location: Fort Lauderdale Posts: 1,863	Kayak or not, It's good to see a fish report. I vicariously enjoy your reports. Thanks.

04-17-2023, 03:32 PM	#3
MITCHELL Sea Hunter Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Where ever I may roam where I lay my head I call home. Posts: 2,251	Second That....looks like fresh ceviche.... I wonder if my walking Cain with wheels 🛞 would be aloud on the mole...ect __________________ Duke Mitchell

04-18-2023, 08:05 AM	#8
Mahigeer Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 1,862	Perhaps a picture to the Catalina Express office would help answer the question.

04-19-2023, 08:02 AM	#9
Cactus Chris Junior Join Date: Mar 2023 Location: Garden Grove, Ca Posts: 23	I love bonito fishing! Nice job

04-27-2023, 01:39 PM	#11
Cactus Chris Junior Join Date: Mar 2023 Location: Garden Grove, Ca Posts: 23	How was the fishing down there?