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I'll take you two on my boat if you like
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You may want to try a sportsfishing boat for a 3 hour or half-day (usually 6AM-noon). The captain would know the best fishing spots (kelp beds, reefs, etc..) They usually have a galley with snacks and sodas, a toilet and gaffers to help you bring in the big ones. They clean the fish on the way back to the harbor. Bring extra $$ for tips. There should be several in HH.
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sign me up
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I don’t know….. sounds fishy 🤣
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only if we are lucky
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Check out boatsetter
there are private rentals there starting at like 50-60 an hour
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You may want to try a sportsfishing boat for a 3 hour or half-day Be careful with the three hour tour. A buddy of mine is a college professor and went on one of these while on vacation. They ran into really bad weather and ended up on an uncharted island in the middle of nowhere. He was stuck on this island for years with this insufferable rich couple, an inept boat captain and his idiot first mate. On the plus side, there were a couple hotties (a redhead Hollywood starlet and a brunette farm girl).
Despite my friend's intelligence (he was able to make a radio out of coconut shells) they could never repair the boat. They even had a visit from the Harlem Globetrotters one time, but for whatever reason were not able to catch a ride with them and Meadowlark Lemon threatened the rest of the team to never tell anyone about the seven castaways. Allegedly.
Anyway, good luck with the fishing!
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If you're getting into fishing with your son, I highly recommend checking out the Funzone in Newport. I used to rent small boats from there all the time when I was a kid. If your son’s old enough, Davey’s Locker offers half-day fishing trips, and they have everything you might need for rental.
Also, if you're going to be fishing with him, it’s a good idea to get a fishing license, just to be safe (assuming he's under 16 he does not need one). It’s more about covering yourself in case you get checked, but it’s always worth having.
I started offshore fishing with my son when he was around 9. Now, we spend about 20 days a year fishing for pelagics, including Bluefin that top 200 lbs. It's become such a great bonding experience for us.
If you're in the Orange County area, check out Longfin in Orange for all your fishing gear. It’s a locally owned shop with knowledgeable staff, they’ll sell you exactly what you need, nothing more. They understand it is an expensive hobby and will work with you to not overspend.
I also have a bunch of fishing gear that my son’s outgrown or replaced. Things like bass rods, Shimano tackle backpacks, boots, inshore gear, weights, hooks, etc. If your son’s really getting into it, I’d be happy to pass some of it along to a future angler!
Let me know if you want more details or recommendations, just shoot me a PM. Happy fishing!
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Jesus! Everytime I see this title, I see fisting 🤣
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I love these comments !!! Thank you all so much for your suggestions ! I know season is just about over but that’s ok after all we are in California!!!
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Cassidy, I highly recommend you join a fishing club. Clubs offer thousands of years of local fishing experience. They will teach you everything you need to know. They offer discounts and advice on trips. As mentioned above, start with a half day trip with the club. I would hold off buying gear until you discover the kind of fishing ( bottom,pelagic,long range and short range) you enjoy. Clubs always have gear and tackle you can borrow. Most clubs sell quality used gear way below market value. Fisherman and women will gladly share knowledge, skills and experiences with you. Most clubs are coed but, some clubs are women only members. Women are considered good luck on a fishing boat. You will be welcomed !
Tight lines
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So fisherpersons?
The season never ends.
What you go after does
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This 3 hour tour?!
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i would recommend a 1 2 or 3/4 day boat out of long beach. fair rate, serious hobbists on board.
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Fishing on a public boat charter for a beginner might be disappointing. I recommend getting more experience with piers. A lot easier than standing on the jetty and no license is required. Plenty of people there to give you advice.
If you can make it to Dana Point, they have a nice small pier in the harbor, but the jetty south of there gives you an opportunity to fish on the open ocean side or in the wharf where there is a bait barge that attracts many fish.
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