March 2005 MDRA Meeting
In Burton Chace Park on March 9th 2005
Halibut Derby Warm Up
Opening greeting and call to order by Bob Kissling at 7:30 pm. Many new members were introduced. Some notables were in attendance. One returning to membership is Mark Aguilar the past owner of Purfields Pro Tackle. Ready to fish marlin and halibut and look out Angler of the Year!
Then Paul Simon was able to give us a overview of the White Seabass program and the Conservation Committee's work. We have 3200 white seabass in our 2 pens at the moment. They are approximately 5 inches in length. We have released 58,200 white seabass so far.
Then our featured speaker of the night was introduced. Mr. Kit McNear of Western Outdoor News was very informative as usual. He shared graciously of his intimate knowledge of the local shoreline and the habitat that we have to search for halibut. his many years of fishing has given him insights into great tactics on halibut fishing.
He showed us his favorite tools for halibut fishing...
Saying you would not use a wedge on the putting green... He emphasized using the right tool.Having the choice of lots of products from lots of sponsors as a professional in the field of fishing he has no limits on what he can use. And the real tips on tackle come to good knots. Low visibility line like the medium Blue or medium Green line. Very Sharp bronze hooks are a must. Use a Swivel. Switch bait often. Make sure there is no grass or weeds on your rig!
The details on what structure you find at many places along our local coastline was spellbinding. The Halibut Derby Fishermen that were at the meeting were given deep insights into spaces of water that many would have just driven past.
Prizes in the Derby
Frank McGill knife
Special Raffle tickets are sold for his special creation.
New in 2005 A Kayak
Raffles this evening gave away a Rod/Reel combo, a handheld radio and a new Penn 500 reel.
We ended at approximately 9 pm.
Good meeting.
