A View of "The View"

Three Dingies

Bartender Isaac

Hull Inspection

A Pre Debate Crab Feast

A Big Crab

Some Funny Stuff Was Said

Why Its Not Called Catching

Buzz Bomb Option

One technique we might consider is buzz bombing. Why? Then we can all four actively fish at once because we would be drifting while we cast in different directions. Read the article on buzz bomb basics here. And let's have some buzz bombs and spinning rods in case we want to give it a try.

Weather Forecast

The marine forecast is here. Click on the "northern inland waters including the San Juans"

There is a front moving in the area but it is weak. Our two big concerns are wind and fog, and both look good for our trip. Temps look fine too. But definitely bring rain gear, both tops and bottoms if you have them. And some shoes that can get wet.

Our Route to Crabs

On Friday morning, we'll have a 35 mile run to the prime crab grounds, which will take 3.5 hours or so if we have smooth enough water to get up on plane. Or longer if its rough. The earlier we head out the better.

Fishing Reports

I try not to get excited about salmon....but...I'm getting excited. We should get crabs no problem, but salmon are hit and miss. Our timing should be good as the coho move from open ocean toward the river systems. Thanks to Frosty BM for suggesting we check out the fishing reports. Look for area 7 as you browse these report sites.

Piscatorial Pursuits
State Wildlife Outlook
Salmon University

How to Pack for San Juan Crabs (UPDATED)

Stuff this stuff into a soft duffel:

- Long and regular underwear

- Extra socks

- Light long pants

- Shorts

- A few t-shirts

- Rain gear

- Light gloves

- Hat, sunglasses

And bring this stuff too:
- Sleeping Bag and Pillow

- Whatever beer you like (to put into the boat's cooler)

- Whatever extra hard alcohol you like

- Whatever crab bait you like (besides turkey legs)

- Whatever special foods you like

- Salmon lures and tackles
- Travel coffee mug

I will bring our basic food, water and turkey legs. Guy will bring two crab pots (plus there are two on the boat.) Guy and Brad will bring salmon rods (plus mine and the two on the boat are plenty.) What did I miss?