The only report I have is from Brad Stompe: "Hey Willy,

Headed offshore for some deep-water rock fish Monday and was not disappointed.  We picked up 3 limits of quality rockfish and 3 limits of ling cod to 16 lbs.  Most of the lings were caught on sanddabs, though we had some hit iron too.  We were greeted by two CAF&W fish checkers and one warden upon return to Bodega harbor.  It was a pleasant encounter, but we were thoroughly checked for everything fish related.  I mention this as a reminder to those that have a productive day on the rockfish grounds with multiple people on board.  Keep close track of your fish count and then double check.

On a different note, I would like to give a shout out to the Vogler table at the recent Golden State Salmon Association dinner.  There were some very generous donations made and a good deal of raffle winnings going to the table.  For those of you reading this that are not members, please consider joining.  It is only $35 and they work very hard at advocating for the salmon we all so dearly love to pursue.

Regards,

Brad Stompe" Thanks for the report, Brad, and thanks for the nice words. We love salmon fishing, so we figure that if you want to throw your money at something, throw it at something you love. Nice job on the rockfish. It has been very slow for the rockies in shallow water.

   There have been a few stripers and halibut on the bar, more striper than halibut. The good striper fishing requires getting close to the breakers. A gentleman yesterday almost found himself in the break. If you're not sure, sit it out. The halibut bite has been slow but there's keepers being caught from Pelican Point to the bar. South of Pelican is the land of shorties and sharks and not much else. Dungeness crabbing mostly sucks. A few guys are catching a few in the bay but only a few. Outside is a desert. Usually the crabbing picks up at the end of the season but not this year.

Other things to be found on the bar are marlin, or should I say, the Marlin, the one of the CDFW patrol boats. And if you think they're out and about a lot now, wait until next week.