I have been reliably informed that the reason crabbing can continue with gray whales around is that the rules about entanglement only really apply to humpbacks, blues and leatherback turtles. So, as all you old dudes knew deep in your hearts, sucks to be gray.

   

       Rockcod continue to be the best bet around here, especially if you go a bit farther. These came from down below Elephant in about 120 feet of water. We only had the one launch today but I guess you can consider it a 100% success day.  

        I forgot to mention yesterday that a couple of boats of skilled halibut fishermen gave the bay a try on Wednesday. Water temps were on the coldish side and high boat had one bite that came off. The driver of that boat summed up the fishing by saying, "See you next month." It could start sooner but I agree that it likely won't get real interesting until mid-May.