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NEWPORT BEACH — On the afternoon of

Dec. 11, Newport Coastal Adventure, a whale-watching company, spotted a rare pod of whales called Eastern Tropical Pacific (ETP) Killer Whales off the coast of Newport Beach.

Newport Coastal Adventure provided this statement: “We were tipped off to the Orca sighting yesterday by the Catalina Express out of Long Beach. (Crews) with Newport Coastal Adventure in Orange County decided to take all available boats out, adding on a last-minute trip for the possible ‘chance’ of seeing killer whales, and we rushed to their last-known location, focusing our binoculars [on] the spouts of killer whales. We got extremely lucky and were able to relocate this pod of 10-12 Orcas, two of which were [calves]!

This [species] of killer whales [is] known as Eastern Tropical Pacific Killer Whales (Orcas). These killer whales are very rarely seen here, as they reside in waters off Mexico and Central America.

These whales are mammal eaters and can prey on other whales, dolphins, seals and sea lions off our coast. During their encounter, Newport Coastal Adventure boats watched this pod of killer whales

prey on at lea st t h r e e d i ff e r e n t dolphins: one bott lenose a nd t wo common dolphins.

The boats and their lucky whale-watching pa ssengers w a t c he d i n awe over the next 2.5 hours as the killer whales traveled up the coastline until sunset. They even made a few close passes under our boat!”

The ETP killer whale population is k now n for its unique ecological and behav ioral characteristics, s e t t i ng it a p a r t from other killer whale populations.

These whales are genetically and behaviorally distinct from other killer whale populations because they represent separate subspecies or ecotypes. Unlike other killer whale populations that are more commonly as-

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whales differs from that of other killer whale populations. They feed on various prey, including fish, rays and sharks.

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Boating Boosts Happiness

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Did you know that being on a boat elevates psychological and physiological health and wellness?

Research has indicated that being near the water, participating in water-based activities or simply spending time in aquatic environments can positively affect mental well-being, leading to greater relaxation and happiness. Numerous studies have explored the topic, but environmental psychology, which investigates the relationship between individuals and their surroundings, provides much of the relevant research.

First, there is the Blue Mind Theory. Dr. Wallace J. Nichols, a marine biologist, introduced the concept of in his book “Blue Mind: The Surprising Science That Shows How Being Near, In, On, or Under Water Can Make You Happier, Healthier, More Connected, and Better at What You Do.” According to MI Blues Perspective, “Blue Mind is the mildly meditative state people fall into when they are near, in, under or on water. Water positively affects the mind and body, and the Blue Mind Theory provides ways people can use water to improve their well-being. Blue Mind is the term used to describe the state of water-associated peace.”

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exa mined the general connection bet ween nature and well-being.

Being near water often falls under this umbrella. A study published in the jour na l “Environmental Research” in 2019 found that spending at least 120 minutes per week in nature, including near water bodies, was associated with bet ter hea lth and well-bei ng. R e s e a r c h published in the “Health & Place” journal in 2016 found that living closer to the coast is associated with better mental health. The study, conducted in New Zealand, suggested that individuals residing in coastal areas had lower levels of psychological distress.

A study published in the “Journal of Coastal Zone Management” in 2012 looked into the psychological benefits of boating. The findings suggested that recreational boating can

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reduce stress and increa se overall well-being. The practice contributes to stress reduction and improves overall well-being through various physical, psychological and social mechanisms, such as exposure to vitamin D, creating a sense of adventure and seeing new places, engaging in physical activity and social interaction, and more.

A d d i t i o n a l l y, r e s e a r c h published in the “Journal of Happiness Studies” in 2014

ex a m ined t he relat ionship between water-based recreation and happiness. The study found that engaging in water-related activities was associated with higher levels of satisfaction.

While the findings in the studies va r y, a ll suggest a positive connection between water proximity and mental health. Additionally, ongoing research in environmental psychology continues to explore the intricate relationship between nature, water and well-being.

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LOCAL San Clemente Announces Next Phase of Beach Sand Project SAN CLEMENTE — The U.S. Army Corps of

Engineers (USACE) has advised the City of San Clemente (City) that its contractor (Manson Construction) brought construction equipment to the City on Dec. 7.

Equipment and materials are being held in a staging area located in the upper portion of the Pier Bowl Parking Lot. While the first deliveries of the sand arrived in mid-December, the project is anticipated to be completed by the end of January 2024. The sandy beach is a critical natural infrastructure and an essential public recreational amenity requiring regular maintenance. This project represents the first phase of the City’s 50-year federal sand project.

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Is a U.S. Flagged Vessel considered U.S. soil?

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I was just informed by my tax accountant that the IRS is trying to exclude a piece of equipment I bought for business purposes and installed aboard our vessel, which is a U.S. flagged, Coast Guard documented vessel. The vessel was operated in foreign waters at the time that the equipment was in use and they say that since the equipment was out of the U.S., it is not deductible. I’ve always been under the impression that essentially a U.S. flagged vessel is considered U.S. “soil” and all U.S. laws apply onboard. Is that true?

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David Weil is the managing attorney at Weil & Associates (www. weilmaritime.com) in Seal Beach. He is certified as a Specialist in Admiralty and Maritime Law by the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization and a “Proctor in Admiralty” Member of the Maritime Law Association of the United States, an adjunct professor of Admiralty Law, and former legal counsel to the California Yacht Brokers Association. If you have a maritime law question for Weil, he can be contacted at 562-799-5508, through his website at www. weilmaritime.com, or via email at dweil@weilmaritime.com.

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vessel is “American Soil” or “American Territory,” but U.S. flagged vessels are nonetheless subject to U.S. jurisdiction and U.S. law wherever they are located on the planet.

An international treaty dating back to 1962 (the United Nations Conference on the Law of the Sea; Convention on the High Seas) provides the rules for nations to exert their jurisdiction on the high seas. Article 5 of the Convention provides, in part, that “Ships have the nationality of the State whose flag they are entitled to fly.” Article 6 of the Convention provides, in part, that “Ships shall . . . be subject to [the Flag State’s] exclusive jurisdiction on the high seas.”

Most of the statutory and case law in this area concerns the enforcement of U.S. criminal law on the high seas, particularly in the area of drug trafficking. For example, in United States v.

Riker, a 1982 case from the 11th Circuit Court of Appeals, the Court noted that “ the United States has power to define and punish criminal offenses aboard ship just as it has power to do so upon American territory.”

The drug trafficking cases establish the right of the U.S. government to expressly extend various laws to the high seas (in the case of drug enforcement, they are referring to the “Maritime Drug Law Enforcement Act.”). Unfortunately,

this is where the analogy to “American Soil” begins to fall apart. It’s one thing to say that the United States has the power and authority to extend its laws to the high seas, but that’s different than saying that all U.S. laws are automatically extended to the high seas. Congress has chosen to extend many of our criminal laws to the high seas, but you may find the provision of the tax code that includes your equipment deduction to have been left at the dock.

My suggestion to your tax advisors (again, I am not a tax attorney!) would be to start with various criminal enforcement statutes that are expressly extended to the high seas, then look to aspects of the IRS Code that extend to U.S. interests operating in foreign territory, and try to draw an analogy that will work for your case.

David Weil is licensed to practice law in the state of California and as such, some of the information provided in this column may not be applicable in a jurisdiction outside of California.

Please note also that no two legal situations are alike, and it is impossible to provide accurate legal advice without knowing all the facts of a particular situation. Therefore, the information provided in this column should not be regarded as individual legal advice, and readers should not act upon this information without seeking the opinion of an attorney in their home state.

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Fishing Tip: Crankbaits Vs. Jerkbaits By: KATHERINE CLEMENTS A crankbait is a round lure that imitates the movement of a baitfish by making a side-to-side wobble motion through the water with a steady retrieve. This lure is designed so anglers can control how deep they dive into the water.

A jerkbait is a long, slender lure shaped like a minnow to provide a horizontal presentation. The lure make erratic actions through the water with a jerk, shimmy and twitch-styled retrieve. This catches fish, but where a jerkbait really shines is on a snap-pause retrieve.

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Dungeness Crab Fishery Delayed for Third Time Since Season Opened

For the third time since the season opened on Nov. 4, the California Department of Fish and Wildlife has implemented a partial recreational crab trap restriction and delayed the commercial Dungeness crab fishery due to the entanglement risk for humpback whales. The Dungeness crab fishery is one of California’s largest, and the season co-occurring with the whale’s migration is causing entanglements.

Traditionally, the Dungeness crab season has had minimal overlap with the migration of gray whales, but due to the species beginning to recover and the number of whales increasing, results indicate that more whales are being caught in the traps.

“The whales are typically leaving this time of year,” said Rayn Bartling, senior environmental scientist supervisor for CDFW. So, historically, the fishery has occurred when the whales are not typically present. There is a little more overlap now because the whale population has begun to recover, and there have been some season changes.”

Changes began when the fisher y saw delays begin to occur in 2016 and 2017 as the fishery and the migration patterns began to overlap with the returning whales; an anomaly, according to Bartling.

Humpback whales are currently migrating south from Alaska to Central America and the lagoons of Mexico to breed in warmer waters. The migration routes form a loop, with whales traveling from their feeding grounds in polar or subpolar regions, such as the Antarctic Peninsula for the Southern Hemisphere population and places like the Gulf of Alaska for the Northern Hemisphere population, to breeding and calving regions, such as Hawaii, Mexico, and the Caribbean and back.

One solution is to modif y the opening and closing dates of the season.

“With our risk assessment mitigation program, that’s what we’re doing with the season delays, and we’ve also done early season closures,” explained Bartling. “For example, south of the Sonoma/ Mendocino county line, the season can run as late as June 30. It has been closed severa l instances as early as April in recent history.”

According to Ba r tling, there ha s also been a discussion about potential longer-term solutions with a permanent season curtailment, but that would require a legislative change outside of CDFW’s control.

Sim i la r t o spiny lobster traps, the traps used for c atching Dungeness crabs are called crab pot/trap and are 36-40 inches on average, made of heavy rebar and mesh. When fishermen set the trap, they deploy it to the desired location and each trap has a vertical line attached that goes to the surface with a buoy so the fisherman can locate the trap. Whales passing by the traps become entangled in several different ways. Often, it can be through their mouth, their baleen or around their tail fluke. The act of foraging and having those vertical lines in the water, especially if there is a loose line or slack line at the surface, runs the risk of a whale becoming entangled.

“For the commercial fishery, The Dungeness crab inhabits eelgrass beds and water bottoms along the west coast of North on average, we probably see over America. It typically grows to 20 cm across the carapace and is popular seafood across 100,000 vertical lines when the American menus. fishery opens,” said Bartling. “It can actually be much more than that. be dropped within a specific vicinity at soft-bottom species, so that is where they They have a lot of gear; it’s a high like- one time. The only requirement is that have to be caught. Soft-bottom species lihood that [the whale] would become anglers use best practices to minimize inhabit areas with a soft or muddy entangled.” the amount of line and scope and the substrate on the ocean or estuarine floor. number of splices and weights.

Soft bottom refers to the sediment type In California, there is no restriction that limits the number of lines that can Dungeness crabs are prominently a Please see CRABS, PAGE 9

Image courtesy of California Department of Fish and Wildlife

By: KATHERINE M. CLEMENTS

Typically, the fall and early w inter months have slightly overlapped between the whales’ migration a nd the Dungeness fi sher y se a son, but it’s traditionally been short-lived.

Image courtesy of California Department of Fish and Wildlife

The Dungeness crab fishery continues to be delayed due to the potential for risk entanglement as humpback whales migrate to southern breeding grounds.

While the California Department of Fish and Wildlife continues to assess the season, here is what is happening beneath the surface.

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Crab pots are dropped into the water as deep as 300 feet, creating a large target for migrating whales.

Whale entangled in the line form a crab trap through its baleen.

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habitats, which may consist of rocks, coral reefs or other hard structures where you would find the California spiny lobster.

Bartling says the commercial fishery fishes in depths as deep as 300 feet on average.

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Recreational anglers can catch crabs inshore with hoop nets and possibly with snares, but that’s not sufficient at the commercial production level.

The most recent delay only applies to commercial fishermen. In the recreational fishery, CDFW will restrict traps when the entanglement risk is high, but recreational fishermen can still use hoop nets, snares or secure their take by hand.

The Sonoma and Mendocino county line is the central management area and has been delayed three times this season compared to the Northern locations, which have been delayed twice. There are other delays in the North due to crab quality, which impacts the season.

While a sea tur tle was recently reported becoming entangled, this is a rare event, and the CDFW has only two turtle entanglements on record. As for the humpback whales – entanglement statistics vary. California can see as few as one or two entanglements a year. This calendar year has seen four. There have been years where it’s been much higher.

“The grey whales will be starting their northern migration soon,” Bartling said. “But the good news is we don’t see many entanglements [with grey whales].

Their migrating and feeding behavior are slightly different, so it keeps them away from the lines. Entanglements do occur but definitely much, much less.”

Director Charlton H. Bonham will re-evaluate available data to inform the potential for a commercial fishery opener and modification of the recreational trap restriction, which has yet to be announced. For more information on the risk assessment process, please visit CDFW’s Whale Safe Fisheries page.

For more information on the Dungeness crab fishery, please visit wildlife.ca.gov/ crab.

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New Boating and Fishing Fees for 2024

By BILL MORRIS

New Year’s Day 2024 will bring more than just cheer and “Auld Lang Syne” for Californians who love getting out on the water, with new fees for fishing enthusiasts, boat operators and boat owners.

The fees for both resident and nonresident anglers have risen by a daunting 300 percent, but since they were not terribly expensive before, most of us can probably endure the extra expense this year. The new, 365-day resident license costs $61.82, and the nonresident fee is $166.89. The Ocean Enhancement Validation costs an extra $7.05, the Second Rod Validation is $19.44 and the annual second-rod fee is now $19.44.

Short-term licenses are also available for those who rarely get out on the water.

A one-day resident pass is $20.26 and a two-day pass is $31.06, just right for a quick vacation to Big Bear Lake or the Channel Islands.

Keep in mind there are Fishing Report Cards required for several endangered species, including North Coast salmon, steelhead trout, sturgeon and spiny lobster. Each species has a separate card with its own fee, all of them ranging from $8 to $12.

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Fishing Licenses

Make sure you have the right fishing license before sailing off and casting a line hook into your favorite freshwater or ocean fishing spots.

California Boater Card

The New Yea r ha s brought yet another change for individuals operating motorized boats in freshwater or ocean water along the Pacific coast. First, all California boaters 16 to 60 years of age will be required to possess a California Boater Card. By Jan. 25, 2025, this requirement will include California boat operators over 60. An exception is made for boaters aged 12 to 15, who may operate a vessel of no more than 15 horsepower, and youngsters supervised by adults on sailboats of no longer than 30 feet.

To receive the Boater Card, which is issued by the California State Parks Division of Boating and Waterways (DBW), you must take a boater safety course and pass an exam approved by the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA).

Bear in mind there are a few common-sense exceptions to this requirement. First, this does not apply to rowing dinghies, canoes or kayaks. Another exception is made for indiv idua ls operating motor-powered dinghies from ship to shore.

Additionally, the Boater Card is not required of individuals renting boats, a decision resulting from heavy lobbying by the boating industry, but do not be surprised to see this change at some point in the future. There is also an exemption for individuals operating a vessel under the direct supervision of someone aged 18 or over who possesses a California Boater Card.

Also, if you are master of an ocean-going vessel along the California coast in a major shipping port, such as the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach, you may operate the vessel with your U.S. Coast Guard captain’s license or equivalent from outside the U.S. By the way, the fine for the first infraction of operating a motorized vessel in California without a Boater Card is “not more than $100,” second infraction “not

more than $250” and the third infraction “not more than $500.” So the onus is on the vast majority of boat operators to receive the appropriate training, take an approved test and get the Boater Card as soon as possible.

Vessel Registration and Renewal

If you own a vessel over eight feet long or any vessel with a motor, regardless of length, within the state of California, you must register it with the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) before operating it on state rivers, lakes or coast, unless your vessel is documented by the U.S. Coast Guard.

When measuring our boats for registration, some of us may be wondering, how does one determine boat length for legal purposes? Does that include a n outboa rd motor, a bowspr it , a mizzen boom or a windvane self-steering system? We can just hear the state courts wrangling over these and other questions open to interpretation. If possible, do some homework and try to determine what the standard is for your vessel before writing that check.

If you are registering a vessel for the first time, you must provide a California Certificate of Ownership and Application for Vessel Certificate of Number, along with applicable fees, at your local DMV office.

The original fee for registering a vessel is $29 if sold in an even year, $49 if sold in an odd year. Registration renewal is $20, due in odd years, and the penalty for overdue payment is $10.

Quagga Mussel Sticker Fee

Aside from vessel registration, all vessels operating on inland waters must have a California Mussel Fee Sticker, also known as a “Quagga Sticker,” said Adeline Yee of the California State Parks Department. Yee pointed out, “Over 620,000 vessel owners received their

biannual vessel renewal notices from the DMV in September,” and many of these vessels will require the Quagga Sticker.

Quagga and zebra mussels live in freshwater and can grow to over one inch long, big enough to clog up cooling systems on boat engines and harm freshwater habitats, threatening the survival of thousands of animal and plant species.

Vessels documented by the USCG or used exclusively on ocean water are exempt from the Quagga Sticker requirement. However, Yee explained, the moment a California-registered boat ventures into freshwater, that vessel is required to have a Quagga Sticker.

Southern California coastal estuaries, which largely have been closed off over the last century, are still prominent in the Long Beach and Oceanside areas, so be prepared to purchase the Quagga Sticker for your boat if you venture into those shallow freshwater areas.

Your $16 fee, separate from your vessel fee, is intended to support the state’s Quagga and Zebra Mussel Infestation Prevention programs. This transaction is separate from the DMV vessel sticker and paid biennially in addition to the registration fee.

After you receive the sticker, peel off the backing and affix it directly abaft and level with the state vessel registration number on each side of the vessel.

Please remember, this is for inland and coastal estuary vessels only, as quagga and zebra mussels live in freshwater, not ocean water.

Although it may seem like a huge pile of errands to run, a new annual fishing license, a once-in-a-lifetime California Boater Card and biannual vessel registration renewal with Mussel Sticker fee are minor matters when compared with the joy of getting outdoors to sail, motor, ski or fish to our hearts’ delight. See you out on the water!

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MEXICO REPORT

Preparations for Mexico Cruising

By CAPT. PAT RAINS

Dreaming of cruising Mexico?

This fall-winter 2023-2024, more than 25,000 U.S. boat owners have made plans for their adventures down south. Whether you own an ocean-going yacht or a fishing skiff on a trailer, you’ll be happiest if you prepare before you go.

Prepare what? Isn’t it the same as cruising the U.S. West Coast?

Prepare for life on the hook

Mexico’s Pacific coast houses 25 full-service resort marinas with slips and yacht services.

But most of the 3,000-mile shoreline is pristine and delightfully undeveloped, compared with Southern California. You’ll find Ensenada has three nice marinas; all are very safe places to summer over during hurricane season. It’s only about 75 miles south of San 100 times more uninhabited beach Diego coves and free anchorages than you First time “yatistas” soon upgrade to Power & Water will marinas or mooring zones. Hence, hull needs. Rig chafe gear at the bow owners of properly outfitted cruising for everyday use, plus carry rubber hose more durable dinghies and more powerful Independence has a price tag. A yachts will be able to spend most of their material for when additional chafe gear outboards– as much expense and weight water maker and generator / alternator time living comfortably on board while is needed. Also prepare your boat with as you can manage. One limit is that you are expensive gear, but they may be reat anchor. The freedom and indepen- a bigger storm anchor and a smaller want to be able to bring your dinghy and quirements for comfort and safety. dence of this cruising lifestyle is the big portable anchor for bow-and-stern situa- motor onboard at night. Davits off the attraction. If boredom strikes, it’s easy to tions. Don’t forget that the dinghy needs stern are popular. Sailboats often rig a Veteran cruisers pay close attention hoist the anchor move on the next spot. a dinky anchor too. block and tackle from the boom or spar to their power consumption, and to the for bringing the dinghy aboard, and use level of water in their tanks. They employ Even trailer boats with a cuddy cabin Practice anchoring by taking turns the topping lift or extra halyard to hoist all kinds of solar panels, wind generators can anchor out overnight, and sleep until being captain verses deckhand, until you the motor into its bracket on the stern and power saving devices. boaters decide to return to the launch recognize when your anchor has hooked rails. ramp where they parked their trailer good and solid. Practice retrieving the C on s id e r ou t fi t t i ng y ou r b o a t and tow vehicle. Mexico has hundreds anchor from a different direction, as if Dinghy wheels are a nice option. with power-thrifty appliances, like a of launch ramps to sample. the wind or tide had shifted during the They make it easier to land on Mexico’s microwave instead of an electric oven, night. abundance of long, gently sloping beaches or a built-in ice box with side freezer Living on the hook in Mexico is a and spend more hassle-free time ashore. instead of a household type refrigerator. gloriously simple lifestyle, but it does Because so few shore lights are You just hop out and roll the dinghy Consider installing a foot pump for fresh require a few unique preparation steps seen along Mexico’s coast, first-timers farther up the beach, instead of having water at the sink in a guest bath room, to keep things swinging smoothly. anchoring here often find it difficult to drag it through the sand and rocks to or installing heads that flush with salt to locate reference points ashore. So, get it pegged above the surf or rising tide water instead of fresh water.

Anchor drill consider setting up a simple perimeter line. The type of dinghy wheels kit that “We don’t plan to anchor on our alarm before going to sleep. If the radar locks the wheels down underway seem The more elec tr ic a l power a nd way down Baja,” said a first-timer at senses that you are dragging toward the to be preferred, because you don’t always potable water you can carry or produce the Newport Beach Boat Show. “After rocks or shore, the alarm will wake you have time to tilt the outboard up and si- onboard, the less time you’ll spend tied Ensenada, we’ll just stop at marinas in time to avoid problems. multaneously force the wheels down as to a dock while charging batteries and every night, so we don’t need to practice refilling your fuel and water tanks. you surf clear of the last waves. anchoring until we get to the warm The mighty dinghy waters of the Sea of Cortez.”

Your boat’s dinghy and outboard Lingo Bingo Tropical heat wave motor will be vastly more important Cruisers report having a much more As you cruise south, it’s easy to unOops, sorr y, but af ter you leave while cruising down south than they rewarding experience in Mexico after derestimate how hot the water and Ensenada, the next marina is 700 miles were stateside. Dinghy landings are not they have learned at least a few key air temperatures can become at lower down the coast in Cabo San Lucas. as prevalent down here. phrases in Spanish. A very helpful book latitudes, and again when you summer In between, you will probably need to is called “Spanish for Cruisers,” by Janet over in Mexico. anchor for rest from standing watch, Get a good inflatable and reliable Parsons, which covers nautical converor to seek refuge from heavy weather. outboard, because anchorages are often sations from rigging terms to engine Expect to spend more time lounging About 30 anchoring spots are found a couple miles or more of open water mechanics. or sleeping in your cockpit, fly bridge or along Baja’s Pacific coast, but the most from the nearest places where you can pilot house berth than you did stateside. reliable is Turtle Bay, half way down. actually land safely to get ashore. You’ll Practice what you’ll say before you Outfit these areas with durable seat need reliable water transportation to get on the VHF, like identifying yourself cushions and insulating window shades, Prepa re by r ig g ing your boat ’s reach the best diving or fishing spots, to authorities, getting directions into a but avoid dark color materials that collect standard overnight anchor and rode for and you will want to visit friends on their port, or asking for a weather forecast. more heat than they reflect. A canvas a range of 25 to 45 feet of water, with boats in neighboring coves.

Say “cambio” instead of “over.”

Please see MEXICO REPORT, PAGE 13 as much chain at the bottom as your

Photo courtesy of Mexico Boating Guide

Similar but different. Let’s look at specific preparation steps that are unique to cruising Mexico – for the boat and the people.

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until 1:00 a.m. Dress to the nines or come casual.

Music: Loud as Funk (main stage) DJ Jazzy Jangsoon DJ LA Bellatini Kevin Karaoke Silent Disco For more information or to purchase $95 tickets, visit https://www.visitlongbeach. com/events/aquarium-of-the-pacificsnye-night-dive/.

Monte Carlo New Year’s Eve Party Casino Cruise SAN DIEGO — Celebrate New Year’s Eve with a casino-themed voyage and a relaxing stay at the Bahia Resort Hotel. First, hop aboard the William D. Evans sternwheeler boat with two tickets to the exciting New Year’s Eve party cruise. Guests are invited to raise a glass to 2024 during the champagne toast and try their luck at casino table games.

The cruise also features a mini-dessert station, live entertainment, a cash bar with specialty drinks, a photo booth and party favors.

For more information or to purchase $75 tickets, please visit https://www.bahiahotel.com/new-years-eve-cruise.

Dana Point 8-hour Ultimate Whale Watching Experience DANA POINT — Join Dana Wharf Whale

Watching for a special eight-hour ultimate whale watching trip aboard the 63-foot Ocean Adventure Catamaran on Dec. 31 from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Free breakfast is available to guests and water will be provided throughout the trip. Lunch will be available for purchase.

You’ll spot wildlife such as Blue whales, fin whales, humpback whales, minke whales, dolphins, sea lions, pelicans and other seafaring birds, plus possible sightings of sharks such as Mako, Hammerhead, and Great White.

Visit https://danawharf.com/8-hour-ultimate-whale-watch/ to register and learn more.

Newport Beach New Year’s Eve Wine at Balboa Bay Resort NEWPORT BEACH — Celebrate the New Year in Newport Beach starting with a four-course dinner in Lighthouse complemented by specially paired wines from Black Stallion Estate Winery.

Tickets include entrance to the New Year’s Eve Diamonds and Pearls themed celebration featuring entertainment

by Flashback Heart Attack. Dance the night away until the midnight sparkling wine toast – party favors and late-night snacks included.

Schedule: 7 p.m. – Reception

Long Beach

New Year’s Soiree at The Mayor’s Table

Aquarium Of the Pacific’s NYE Night Dive

Guests are invited to end 2023 in style and enter 2024 with a sophisticated soirée. Enjoy a welcome glass of champagne, a four-course menu and festive live music. Tickets range from $50 to $150 and have a cancellation fee of $55 per person for less than 72 hours’ notice.

LONG BEACH — Dive into 2024 at the Aquarium of the Pacific’s New Year’s Eve Night Dive on Dec. 31 from 8. p.m.- 1 a.m. Start the new year with the fish as you boogie to the tunes of Loud as Funk playing live in the Great Hall, DJs spinning in the galleries, a silent disco and karaoke – all leading up to the confetti countdown at midnight.

Snap a pic in the roaming photo booth, grab a drink from the cash bars or enjoy a tasty meal in Café Scuba before visiting with all your favorite animals. Plus, you never know what surprises are in store at Night Dive!

Doors open at 8 p.m., the countdown is at midnight, but the party won’t stop

Menu: Amuse-Bouche • Nigiri Tasters • Hamachi, Sesame Salsa Macha • Waygu, Aged Onion Ponzu, Wasabi Choice Of Appetizer • Beet Carpaccio • Farmer’s Market Salad • Crab Wafer Choice Of Entree • Braised Short Rib • Grilled Lobster • Olive Wood Roasted Lamb

rate, up-close-and-personal experience as part of one of California’s natural jewels in trail running. The run begins and ends in Avalon, and in between, entrants must run the entire length of the island - and back! Experience beautiful vistas and tremendous views of the Pacific Ocean, see a bison or two, while meeting some of the sport’s great volunteers and aid stations.

For more information or to sign up, please visit https://www.avalon50.com/.

New Year’s Eve Cruise with Harbor Breeze LONG BEACH — Join Harbor Breeze Cruises for their annual 21+ New Year’s Eve Cruise aboard La Espada on Dec. 31 at 8:30 p.m.

While cruising through Long Beach Harbor, guests can enjoy a cash bar, a champagne toast at midnight, finger foods and a live DJ. Boarding at 8:30 p.m. at Dock #2 in Rainbow Harbor next to the Aquarium of the Pacific, departing dock at 9:15 p.m., returning to dock at approximately 12:30 a.m.

Tickets are $90 per person. Open to ages 21 and over only. Cruising is subject to weather conditions.

For more information or to purchase tickets, please visit https://www.visitlongbeach.com/events/new-years-evecruise-with-harbor-breeze/.

New Year’s Eve Fireworks LONG BEACH — Ring in the New Year with two fireworks displays on Dec. 31 at 9 p.m. and again at midnight at the downtown Long Beach waterfront, E. Shoreline Drive and The Promenade.

In addition to the fireworks, numerous bars and restaurants throughout downtown will host special events and celebrations.

The 9 p.m. fireworks show is timed for families to enjoy at the Waterfront, while the midnight show promises to be a spectacular to usher in 2024.

Choice Of Dessert • Coconut Meringue Pie • Pears and Champagne • Chocolate and Caramel Tart

This year’s NYE Fireworks show is brought to you by the Downtown Long Beach Alliance, the Queen Mary and Shoreline Village.

To book your reservation, please visit https://shorturl.at/cvDH8.

Catalina Island Annual Avalon Benefit 50K/50-Mile Run AVALON — Join Spectrum Sport on Jan. 6 for the Avalon Benefit 50 Mile/50K Run, California’s oldest Ultra Trail Run, with the 50-Mile Run entering its 42nd year.

The 50K joined the party four years ago and instantly became a California classic in trail running, traversing all of the same trails. Running the Avalon Benefit 50Mile/50K provides participants a first-

Image courtesy of The Aquarium of the Pacific

San Diego

7:30 p.m. – Starts promptly at 7:30 p.m.

– Four-Course Dinner in Lighthouse 9 p.m.-1 a.m. – New Year’s Eve Celebration in the Grand Ballroom Tickets are $325 plus tax, service charge.

BALBOA BAY CLUB MEMBERS and HOTEL GUESTS receive special pricing – call (949)645-4801 or email reservations@balboabayresort.com with your Member or Reservation Number to make reservations.

Dress to impress – semi-formal or cocktail attire required.

The event is 21+ only. There will be valet parking included, and seven-day cancellation is required.

For more information, please visit https://www. visitlongbeach.com/events/ new-years-eve-fireworks/.

Redondo Beach Sonesta NYE 2024 in Redondo Beach REDONDO BEACH — Guests Please see CALENDAR, PAGE 13

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Progress Report on Channel Island Harbor Projects The Channel Islands Harbor Department offers updates on work at locations throughout the Harbor.

By: KATHERINE M. CLEMENTS C H A N N E L I S L A N D S — A s 2 02 4

The process of beginning construction of the new Hyatt House Hotel, formerly the Casa Sirena and the Lobster Trap, is continuing to move forward. The original Casa Sirena hotel, constructed in 1972, had 197 rooms with additional space for meetings. The proposed redevelopment of the site will include the new hotel and a restaurant of up to 5,000 square feet, similar to, but not smaller than, the former Lobster Trap, which was located nearby.

The Casa Sirena Hotel demolition was completed in June 2022, and the much-needed rock revetment replacement project surrounding the property was completed in May 2023. The site of the new Hyatt was handed back to the developer, Brighton Management, in July 2023. The developer continues pursuing the necessary permits to start construction. The first visible signs of the project moving forward will be property grading, likely towards the end of December, though it could trail to January.

Tripp also announced that the Kiddie Beach parking lot w ill be replaced before summer 2024. This is a project that Harbor Department staff has been working on for several months. Channel

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are invited by Berry Bly Productions, in association with Neon Beach, to attend Sonesta NYE 2024 at the newly remodeled Sonesta Hotel on the water in Redondo Beach. The event will feature multiple rooms of DJs, a red carpet, a photo booth and party favors on Dec. 31 from 9 p.m. - 1 a.m. The event has been going on for 15 years and last year saw more than 900 attendees.

General admission tickets are $50; VIP tickets that include three free drinks are $75. VIP tables are available by emailing berrybly@gmail.com or calling 310-350-4927.

For more information, please visit https://www.eventbrite. com/e/sonesta-nye-2024-tick-

Image courtesy of California Department of Fish and Wildlife

a ppr o a c he s , C h a n ne l I s l a nd s Harbor Director Michael Tripp has recapped progress regarding projects to enhance and refurbish the harbor.

Islands Harbor received bids and plans to recommend a construction company to the Board of Supervisors by the end of December.

Following the parking lot project, the Harbor Department plans to replace more lots – at Harbor View Park – between Marine Emporium Landing and the Channel Islands Boating Center – and the near the Channel Islands Yacht Club. Tripp’s goal is to replace these parking lots by the end of 2024.

The Harbor Depar tment understands the importance of accessible and safe parking, he said. The new lots will improve convenience and contribute to the overall appeal of the Harbor.

Lastly, in April 2023, the Ventura County Board of Supervisors unani-

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Port of Los Angeles 2024 State of the Port of Los Angeles PORT OF LOS ANGELES — Join the Port of Los Angeles and Pacific Merchant Shipping Association at the Los Angeles Cruise Terminal for the 2024 State of the Port on Jan. 10 from 12 -1:30 p.m.

Executive Director Gene Seroka will provide an overview of cargo numbers, key initiatives and priorities for the future. All proceeds benefit EXP and the International Seafarers Center of Los Angeles and Long Beach.

For more information, please visit https://www.portoflosangeles.org/ community/events.

mously approved and authorized the Harbor Department to enter an Exclusive Right to Negotiate (ERN) with Robert Dahl, a G erman-ba sed strawberr y farmer and entrepreneur. The 12-month ERN allows Dahl’s development team to form its ownership entity and begin design-and-construction analysis, among other items.

Dahl and his team visited the Fisherman’s Wharf site in the Harbor earlier this year as part of their analysis. They are currently designing and finalizing a concept they plan to share with the community in early 2024. Plans for Karl’s Adventure Village include refurbishing existing buildings and creating new structures, including restaurants, a specialty market, gift shops, toy and book shops, a coffee shop, public promenades, playgrounds, park areas and small

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wizard can custom fit a snap-on awning that creates on-deck shade and helps cool below decks. Install low-voltage fans in the galley, nav desk, berths and main salon. Chandlers sell simple “wind scoops” that clip on over deck hatches to direct any little breeze down to your sleeping quarters.

When it gets really hot, many cruisers pull into a marina slip and plug into shore power, just to run the air conditioner and to enjoy the poolside comforts as well.

Just do it

Don’t get mired down in preparing your boat for every possible contingency.

At some point, quietly slip the stateside dock lines and make your escape to

children’s rides, as well as a potential boutique hotel. Dahl is excited about the opportunity to re-imagine the wharf and bring some much-needed visitor-serving amenities.

“These projects represent our dedication to enhancing the Channel Islands Harbor experience,” said Tripp. “As we move forward into the new year, we will continue to prioritize transparency and engagement with our community. Your support and enthusiasm for these initiatives inspire the Harbor Department, and we can’t wait to see the positive impact they will have on our Harbor.”

For more information on the Channel Islands Harbor Project Updates, please visit https://www.channelislandsharbor. org/project-updates/.

Mexico cruising.

Turtle Bay fuel is closed

As we go to press, Turtle Bay’s fuel pier and fuel pangas are not in operation.

Hundreds of boaters rely this small port (located about half way down Baja) for diesel. Meanwhile, the Pemex fuel station in Turtle Bay is still selling diesel and gasoline to boaters with jerry jugs, as is another Pemex station in Bahia Asuncion, about 50 n.m. southeast of Turtle Bay. Last month, Enrique Castro was no longer running Turtle Bay’s fuel operations, but his sister Maria had stepped into the job, and according to boaters fueling there, it was running smoothly.

However, the government of Baja California Sur currently lists Enrique Castro as a missing person and is seeking his whereabouts.

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Catalina Connection Take the Plunge on New Year’s Day! AVALON — The City of Avalon and the

Catalina Swim Club invite you for a New Year’s Day Polar Bear Plunge on Jan. 1. The day will feature two events, the first beginning with a one-mile swim at 7:30 a.m. with the Catalina Island Swim Club at Casino Dive Park. Intermediate to advanced swimmers are invited to swim the mile. The Polar Bear Plunge will take place at 11:30 a.m. at Middle Beach. It is family fun and participants are encouraged to dress up in their best polar bear costumes and take the plunge or swim the pier. KISL radio will be present to motivate participants with tunes, Catalina Cookie Co. will bring coffee and hot chocolate and Avalon Donut Shop will make polar bear cupcakes.

Participating in polar plunges on New Year’s Day has become a tradition in many places worldwide. Many people view the act of taking a cold dip on New Year’s Day as a symbolic way to start the year anew, facing challenges with resilience and embracing a fresh start. Other participants believe that the shock of cold water can have health benefits, such as

boosting the immune system and increasing circulation.

For more information, please visit https://w w w.cityofavalon. com/Calendar.aspx?EID=867.

NOVEMBER AVALON HARBOR ACTIVITY: AVERAGE TEMP – HIGH: 68 AVERAGE TEMP – LOW: 54 AVERAGE SEA TEMP: 64 RAIN (INCHES): .69 RAIN DAYS: 3 WEATHER WARNINGS: 10 PEOPLE ABOARD BOATS: 2760 VESSELS MOORED: 690 VESSELS ANCHORED: 157 MOORINGS SOLD/ TRANSFERRED:2/0 CITATIONS ISSUED/ DISCHARGES: 0/0 TOTAL CRUISE PASSENGERS/ SHIPS: 35,263/14

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Sailing PredictWind Launches PredictCurrent, A Tidal Current Modeling Solution By: LOG STAFF

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PredictCurrent represents a leap forward in tidal current modeling, allowing users to visualize tidal currents with unprecedented detail.

PredictWind’s team of dedicated oceanographers has produced tidal current maps for nearly all coastlines worldwide, in an effort to set a new standard in precision, resolution and coverage.

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California Yacht Club Destroyed in Fire By: KATHERINE M. CLEMENTS MARINA DEL REY— A huge fire destroyed the California Yacht Club, located in Marina del Rey, on Dec. 11.

Los Angeles County Fire Department received a call around 11:30 p.m. that night and arrived to find a massive two-story fire.

Videos from news outlets show bright red flames traveling over the roof of the club and producing large black clouds of smoke.

Two firefighters suffered moderate injuries and were hospitalized before the blaze was extinguished just before 1:30 a.m. Dec. 12. The cause of their injuries has not been released.

Among the most prominent California clubs, the California Yacht Club was established in 1922 and has a long histor y of promoting yachting and maritime activities. It has frequently hosted national and international

regattas, with recent events including the J/70 World Championship, U.S. Junior Women’s Championship, Martin 242 North American Championship and CFJ National Championship.

The club was started in Los Angeles harbor by a group of loyal yachtsmen – most from the Los Angeles Athletic Club and the rest active in other early yacht clubs of that day. In 1941, America went to war, and the Coast Guard took over CYC’s facilities in Wilmington. Members continued to fly the Club Burgee, but after World War II, the facilities were so run down that CYC never could return to its birthplace.

Former owner Steve Hathaway noted that his father helped build the club in the 1960s. “It’s been a home for so many people,” said Hathaway in a statement.

“We are so heartbroken right now… It tears me apart to see… It’s just terrible.”

The c ause of t he fi re is u nder investigation.

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SailGP Confirms Return to Christchurch for Season 4 New Zealand Event

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On Dec. 12, SailGP confirmed that the ITM New Zealand Sail Grand Prix will return to Christchurch, New Zealand for its Season 4 iteration.

The SailGP sports league had taken a hit as the Auckland event, initially scheduled for March 23-24, 2024, in Season 4, was canceled due to the unava ilabilit y of spectator stands for the harbor course. However, the league has now turned to Christchurch on those same dates. The city hosted an event in Season 3.

Following the announcement of the new site, S a i lGP g loba l CEO Sir Russell Coutts said, “After extensive consultation with our partners, we’re delighted to confirm the ITM New Zealand Sail Grand Prix will be staged once again on the spectacular Whakaraupō, Lyttelton Harbour.

Christchurch has proven to be one of our very best events, with fantastic racing, thousands of fans, and spectacular scenery in a natural amphitheater. This is a perfect venue for the stadium-style, inner-harbor racing SailGP is known for around the world, and we can’t wait to bring more fans closer to the action with additional grandstands planned for next year’s event.”

The ITM New Zealand Sail Grand Prix in Christchurch will convert Naval Point into a lively stadium to host the race, entertaining a projected 22,000 observers throughout the weekend.

The Season 4 event will see the return of fan favorites, including an enlarged Race Stadium, a grandstand seating area and the exclusive Platinum Lawn.

Additionally, for the first time in Christchurch, fans can purchase behind-thescenes tours of SailGP’s team bases and technical areas.

Christchurch Mayor Phil Mauger said, “It’s fantastic to welcome SailGP back to

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the city in 2024 for this bonus season.

This just proves that Christchurch is increasingly seen as the sports and events capital of New Zealand. This year’s event was brilliant, and it was great that Whakaraupō Lyttelton Harbour was seen around the world in all its glory.

“I’m sure people will get right behind this event once again. I really want to thank Te Hapū o Ngāti Wheke Rāpaki, SailGP and ChristchurchNZ for making this happen, this partnership is why we will see SailGP return in 2024.”

New Zealand Major Events Manager Kylie Hawker-Green added that the inaugural event “provided spectators with incredible racing and we look forward to seeing Christchurch build on that success in 2024.”

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Sardine Populations and Fisheries Harvest Control Rules May Need to Respond to Climate Change

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According to the National Oceanic a nd At mo spher ic A d m i n i s t r at ion (NOAA), sardines have been managed under a harvest control rule linked to average sea-surface temperatures, which are believed to influence sardine numbers. The rule is to modify catch limits as temperatures vary. However, there are now signs of climate-driven changes in the productivity of the West Coast offshore ecosystem that may also impact sardine numbers.

Sardines are highly sensitive to environmental conditions, and changes in ocean temperature, acidit y and other factors associated with climate change can influence their distribution, abundance, and overall health.

Sardines are beneficial to California’s economy. The sardine fishery supports the fishing industry as a whole, including commercial fishermen, processors and distributors. Additionally, the sardine industry offers employment opportunities for individuals in fishing operations, seafood processing plants, transportation and distribution, including fishermen, fish processors, drivers and other workers along the supply chain.

Sa rd ines a lso benefit the sea food industry, and some coastal cities host events such as the Sardine Festival in

San Jose, generating tourism.

S c ient i s t s at NOA A F i sher ie s’ Southwest Fisheries Science Center a ssessed whether management measures for the sardine fishery still will be effective if climate change alters the productivity of the species.

“The goal as climate change continues is to develop information and tools that help fishery managers stay on top of the changes,” said Robert Wildermuth, lead author of the new management strategy evaluation for the West Coast sardine fishery, in a news release.

The evaluation tests different strategies by modeling how they would play out under varying conditions, including shifts in ocean conditions accompanying climate change.

NOAA has stated that recruitment drives the change. Recruitment refers to how many young sardines survive to join the population as reproducing adults, affecting the population’s course.

That then affects how much fishing the population can support. Most sardine fisheries off the West Coast have been closed since 2015. The number and size of the fish – collectively known as biomass – have fallen below the current harvest control-rule cutoff, forcing the fishery’s closure.

Wildermuth and NOAA Fisheries colleagues at the Southwest and Northwest Fisheries Science Centers collaborated with University of California Santa Cruz scientists to study nine ways of setting the harvest control rule for sardines off the West Coast under different future recruitment scenarios. The research is part of Future Seas, a collaboration between scientists at NOAA Fisheries and other organizations. It examines strategies for managing fisheries as climate change affects the California Current off the

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A new study examines how climate change could affect West Coast sardines and considers how well-fishing rules and dynamic management will work when ocean conditions change.

West Coast.

The evaluation was recently published in the Canadian Journal of Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences. The report reads: “We’re trying to look at the different ways climate change will affect fi sh e r i e s a n d a sk , ‘Ho w d o w e maintain sustainable fisheries when the environment is changing around us,’” said Annie Yau, Director of the Fisheries Resources Division at the Southwest Fisheries Science Center.

Sardine fluctuations are intertwined with California history, f ueling the boom and subsequent bust of Cannery Row in Monterey in the 1950s. Researchers have long probed the factors behind the rise and fall of sardine numbers. They have tied sardine fluctuations to oceanic conditions, such as the Pacific Decadal Oscillation. That climate pattern can drive warm and cool phases of Pacific

Ocean waters that have been found to affect many species, including salmon. Recent research has also found links to food availability.

Dynamic Drivers Wildermuth’s team looked at sardine management options that included the current method, which is tied to sea-surface temperatures. They also con sidered u sing dynamic reference points for the population to determine changes in harvest.

Usually, the reference points assume a static amount of recruitment.

However, they can also be “dynamically estimated,” which means that they fluctuate according to changes in recruitment or sardine biomass. They found that this approach that adjusts over time better reflected changing conditions and reduced the odds that the fishery would close.

Please see SARDINES, PAGE 18

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Maintaining Your Rod and Reel When you get back from your fishing trip, you probably cleaned your boat and trailer and flushed the motor, but did you neglect your fishing gear? Maybe because you know you’ll use it again soon or maybe you weren’t in the mood. Yet cleaning and maintaining your fishing rod and reel is important for ensuring optimal performance, longevity and preventing corrosion. Let’s present a general guide for how to clean and maintain your fishing rod and reel.

Cleaning Your Fishing Rod Rinse with Freshwater: • After each use, rinse your fishing rod with fresh water to remove salt, sand and other debris. Pay attention to guides, reel seats and the rod blank.

Check Guides: • Inspect the rod guides for any signs of damage or corrosion. If you notice any issues, clean the guides with a soft brush or toothbrush.

Inspect Reel Seat: • Check the reel seat for dirt or debris.

Clean it with a soft cloth or brush.

Wipe Down Rod Blank: • Wipe down the rod blank with a clean, damp cloth to remove any residual salt or grime.

Handle and Cork Maintenance: • Clean cork handles with mild soap

and water. Avoid soaking cork excessively. For Ethylene-vinyl acetate (EVA) foam or synthetic handles, a gentle wipe with a damp cloth is usually sufficient.

Inspect Ferrules (for multi-piece rods): • If you have a multi-piece rod, check ferrules for cleanliness and snugness.

Clean them with a soft cloth and ensure a secure fit.

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Cleaning Your Fishing Reel Remove Fishing Line: • Before cleaning, remove the fishing line from the reel. This allows easier access to all parts.

Rinse with Freshwater: • Rinse the reel under a gentle stream of fresh water to remove salt and debris. Rotate the handle to ensure water gets into all moving parts.

Disassemble (if necessary): • Some reels allow for partial disassembly. Refer to your reel’s manual for guidance. If you’re unsure, basic cleaning can be performed without full disassembly.

Clean Exterior: • Use a soft brush or toothbrush to clean the exterior of the reel. Pay attention to the handle, body and other external parts.

Clean the Spool: • Remove the spool and clean it with a brush or cloth. Check for any debris

or old grease.

Clean Bearings: • If your reel has accessible bearings, clean them with a reel-cleaning solvent or rubbing alcohol. Apply a small amount of reel oil after cleaning.

Inspect Gears: • Inspect gears for wear or damage.

Apply a small amount of reel grease to the gears for smooth operation.

Check Drag System: • Inspect the drag system for any abnormalities. Apply a small amount of drag grease if needed.

Lubricate Moving Parts: • Apply reel oil to critical moving parts such as the handle knobs, bail arm and any pivot points. Use a conservative amount.

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The approach does not identif y exactly what factors affect sardine biomass. However, the annual adjustments in reference points help capture patterns and relationships between ocean conditions and reproductive capacity over time, independent of fishing. That better reflects how biomass fluctuates with changing ocean conditions. Incorporating that relationship into the harvest control rule leads to a more stable fishery with fewer closures.

“We get a more realistic picture of both the biomass and how it may [change] over time,” Wildermuth said.

NOAA Fisheries’ annual California Current Ecosystem surveys regularly measure the biomass of coastal pelagic species such as sardines to support fishery management decisions. Catch records also supplement the survey data.

“These data are essential to the stock assessments, which are developed to track changes in the sardine population through time,” said Desiree Tommasi, a co-author in the study. “ Thu s , to c o nt inu e [e ff e c t iv e ly managing sardines] under changing ocean conditions, it is also essential

Re-assemble the Reel: • If you disassembled any parts, reassemble the reel according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

Check Reel Tension and Brake System (if applicable): • Adjust the reel tension and brake system to your preferred settings.

Re-install Fishing Line: • Once maintenance is complete, reinstall the fishing line following the reel’s line capacity recommendations.

Performing regular cleaning and maintenance, particularly after saltwater use, will help extend the life of your fishing rod and reel. Always refer to the manufacturer’s guidelines for specific instructions, as different rods and reels may have unique features and maintenance requirements. Keeping your reels maintained is going to save you money in the long run! to maintain NOA A’s survey efforts into the future.”

Key findings from the study include:

• The current survey and assessment

process can track changes in the population status of sardines.

• Harvest control rules responsive to environmentally driven changes can improve outcomes compared to static management.

• Management success may depend more on underst a nding a nd modeling drivers of climate-driven recruitment dynamics than refining harvest control rule functions.

• As new information on climate-driven changes in recruitment dynamics becomes available, future studies can use this tool to evaluate their value for management decision-making and near-term stock forecasting.

F ut u r e S e a s a nd ot her NOA A Fisheries initiatives to develop “Climate Ready Fisheries” seek new means to support management. That includes new methods of collecting and analyzing data to help guide real-time changes in fishery management.

For more information, please visit https://www.fisheries.noaa.gov/.

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san diego fish report BLUEFIN TUNA REMAIN IN THE OFFSHORE PICTURE APPROACHING CHRISTMAS!

By Bob Vanian of 976Bite.com The holiday season is here, and Southern California anglers still have bluefin tuna and a lot of other species to target should they want to head out fishing and take a quick break from their onshore holiday activities.

Not many boats have been fishing the bluefin tuna lately, but some private boaters have been trying to catch bluefin from spots of breaking fish that have been showing in areas within 25 miles or so of Point Loma. There have also been a few sportboats making multi-day trips to target bluefin outside of Punta Colnett and to the southwest of San Martin Island in an area that ranges from 120 to 145 miles from Point Loma.

The water temperature at the areas where bluefin have been found within 25 miles or so from Point Loma has been running from 61 to 62.5 degrees. Not much has been caught from this local sector but private boaters have been reporting seeing spots of breaking and foaming bluefin in the deep water inside of the 302 Spot, around the 178 Spot and in an area 7 to 10 miles off the coast between La Jolla and Encinitas.

The bluefin have been biting better when found in the warmer 66-to-67-degree water being found by sportboats that

have been fishing off the Mexican coast in an area that is down between 120 and 145 miles from Point Loma. This has you fishing in an area ranging from the waters outside of off Punta Colnett on down to where you are fishing out to the southwest of San Martin Island. The best sportboat fish count that I know of was on Polaris Supreme out of Seaforth Sportfishing that had a 2 day trip with 23 anglers catch 90 bluefin tuna. Most of the bluefin tuna activity has been on fish ranging in size from 20 to 50 pounds but on the trip talked about above Polaris Supreme did have 3 of the larger bluefin that were up in the 80 to 150 pound range.

The deep drop fishing for swordfish has dropped off in the post Thanksgiving time period but there are still a few swordfish around with an occasional swordfish being caught by commercial boats fishing the region of the 182 Spot, 181 Spot and the Corner.

There have not been any boats that I know of trying for surface fishing species at Los Coronado Islands but the fishing for an assortment of bottom fish species has been very good. There has been very good fishing for a mix of reds, salmon grouper, whitefish, an occasional lingcod and an assortment of rockfish species. The best bottom fishing areas have been in the 25 to 60 fathom depths to the northwest, north and northeast of North Island.

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An important reminder to anglers fishing in United States waters is that the fishing for rockfish in Nearshore waters and the fishing for Nearshore Rockfish species no matter where they are caught is currently closed. Please refer to the Department of Fish and Wildlife website for all the details about the closed areas and the closed species at www.wildlife.ca.gov.

Anglers also need to know that the current closure regulations are in effect through December 31, 2023, when the “regular” seasonal rockfish closure will come into effect and be in effect from January 1, 2024 through March 31, 2024.

An additional reminder to anglers is that the fishing for sheephead will be closed from January 1, 2024 through February 29, 2024.

The fishing for rockfish has been good in areas that are outside of the current closure zones at places such as the 9 Mile Bank, South Carlsbad, Del Mar, Box Canyon and the 14 Mile Bank.

The rest of the fishing along the San Diego County coast has been improving for a mix of calico bass, sand bass, sculpin, whitefish and sheephead and there has also been improved fishing for nice sized yellowtail along with a chance at a white seabass at La Jolla.

Productive areas for calico bass, sand bass, sculpin, whitefish and sheephead have been the Imperial Beach Pipeline, the hard bottom to the northwest of Buoy #3 at Point Loma, the Green Tank, La Jolla, Solana Beach, Leucadia, South Carlsbad, the Barn and San Onofre.

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Captain Joe Cacciola of Sea Star with Sea Star Sportfishing and the Oceanside Sea Center reports that water temperatures between South Carlsbad and Solana Beach have stabilized between 61.8 and 62.5 degrees. Cacciola reports good fishing for a mix of calico bass, sand bass, sheephead, whitefish and sculpin and says that their best calico bass and sand bass fishing to be while chumming with sardine chunks and fishing with a 5 inch live sardine on the hook.

Most days are seeing a few nice sized yellowtail to 35 pounds being caught at La Jolla. Most hookups have been on yo-yo iron or surface iron while fishing areas of bait, meter marks and spots of working birds. There was also a 45 pound white seabass recently caught on a yo-yo iron that was dropped down to a bait ball that was found via locating a bait ball meter mark. The best zones to try for a yellowtail off La Jolla have been along the outskirts of the MLPA closure zone at the lower end of La Jolla as well as outside of the upper end of La Jolla in 20 to 27 fathoms.

Good choices for yo-yo iron include Salas 6X and Salas 6X Jr. jigs in scrambled egg color. Good choices for surface iron include Tady 45 and Salas 7X light jigs in blue and white, mint and sardine colors.

Halibut fishing along the San Diego County coast remains scratchy. A few of the areas that produce an occasional halibut have been off Imperial Beach, in San Diego Bay, at the sandy bottom next to the structure of the sunken NEL tower or the structure of the Yukon shipwreck off Mission Beach, the Buccaneer Pipeline and the artificial reefs outside of Oceanside.

It is the holiday season and I wish everyone Happy Holidays and Merry Christmas! I hope you take the time to savor and enjoy the holidays and hope you make the time to get out fishing and enjoy some of the fine December fishing that is going on. Keep on fishing and I hope to see you out on the water sometime soon!

Bob Vanian is the voice, writer and researcher of the San Diego-based internet fish report service called 976-Bite which can be found at www.976bite.com. Vanian also provides anglers with a personal fish report service over the telephone at (619) 226-8218. He always welcomes your fish reports at that same phone number or at bob976bite@aol.com.

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TAKING RESERVATIONS Coronado n (619)435-5203

45’ NEWPORT BEACH MOORING in the BYC mooring field. Prime location close to harbor entrance. Looking to trade for a mooring in F or G field. 949-279-5048.

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SLIPS, DOCKS, MOORINGS

AL LARSON MARINA Slips & Moorings Buoys from 25’ to 55’, at $10.00/ft. Closest Run to Catalina.

Beverages & Snacks Sold in Office.

310-832-0526 or 1046larsomarina@gmail.com

AVALON MOORINGS FOR SALE 30 ft. to 130 ft.

Inside/Outside www.avalonmooringsforsale.com

310-544-4667 310-795-2311 n

BAYSIDE VILLAGE MARINA Prime back bay location in Newport Beach. Slips and storage.

Call for availability. 949-673-1331 www.baysidevillagemarina.com

SLIPS, DOCKS, MOORINGS

LIGHTHOUSE YACHT MARINA: 1ST & 2ND MONTH 1/2 OFF (With This Ad), 34’ END-TIE FOR CAT OR TRI + 25’ TO 50’ SLIPS. L.A. HARBOR. Water/electricity/dock box included.

Showers, laundry, pario area. Gated, clean & quiet, lockers. Close port to... Catalina. Berth 205-B, 1300 Anchorage Rd, Wilmington. Call Barbara: 310-834-9595. www.lighthouseyachtmarina.com. Email barbgmarina@gmail.com.

SLIPS, DOCKS, MOORINGS

PUT YOUR CATAMARAN IN CHARTER WITH AVENTURA SAILING IN DANA POINT! Two end ties are available with our program! Get an unobtanium slip now, no wait list! Be 5 minutes to open water in the best, most desirable harbor of them all! Call us for options! 949-493-9493

KOZWEL BOATWORKS IS HIRING!!

Yacht Haven Marina

ISLAND YACHT ANCHORAGE: LOS ANGELES HARBOR. 25’-50’ SLIPS AVAILABLE. SOME LIVEABOARD. CALL 310-830-1111.

L.A. HARBOR Leeward Bay: 310-830-5621 25’ slips @ $11.00/ft. 26’-32’ slips @ $12.00/ft.

33’-45’ slips @ $13.00/ft., End-Ties @ $14.00/ft.

L.A. HARBOR Pacific Yacht Landing: 310-830-0260 25’ slips @ $11.00/ft. 26’-32’ slips @ $12.00/ft.

33’-45’ slips @ $13.00/ft., End-Ties @ $14.00/ft.

We have the following positions open: • Marine technicians • Engine builder • Parts Dept. Manager / Sales • Warehouse help • General Shop help / apprentice Contact: Kelliw@kozwel.com 714-432-1771

SHORE MOORING FOR UP TO 18’ BOAT on 10th St. Beach. Best location on peninsula. $40,000. 310-560-0351.

BUY A BOAT? NEED A SLIP? 310 834-6892 • www.yachthaven.org

HELP WANTED

SAN DIEGO MOORING COMPANY: Visit our website for information & application www.sandiegomooring.com or call 619-291-0916.

MARINA CORTEZ - SAN DIEGO: Stunning location, improved amenities. 10’ - 120’ slips, end ties, and side ties. 30’ Slips available NOW. Call 619-291-5985.

BRAND NEW MARINA: Slips 25’-75’. Private, quiet harbor, close to the beach, shopping, restaurants, parking, & more. Call 714-840-5545 or email info@huntingtonharbourmarina.com.

REAL ESTATE PROFESSIONAL: Detailoriented and meticulous, Contact Aayeesha Essue to begin your journey buying, selling, or investing. Transform your dreams into concrete achievements. 424-371-7312 | aessue@theagencyre.com | Lic #2129008

BOAT CAPTAIN & DISPATCHER NEEDED: San Pedro. US Water Taxi. We are looking for a Boat Captain. Must have 100-Ton Master (required). For more information call 310-5198230 or email jflores@watertaxius.com.

LOW PRICE SLIPS - LA HARBOR $9.00/ft - Sailboats $12/ft - Multihulls Detached dock - No utilities Leeward Bay: (310) 830-5621 LONG BEACH SLIPS & END-TIES 25’-50’: NO LIVEABOARDS. Harbor Light Landing Marina, views of downtown and Queen Mary. Call 619807-7245. Email: lance@harboryc.com

REAL ESTATE

SHORE MOORING NEWPORT BEACH SLIPS AVAILABLE Main Channel, Balboa Island near the ocean. Duffys, Sailboats, or Powerboats up to 68 feet. Call 949-688-0299 for size availability and any questions.

at Newport Island. Up to 18’. $5,000.

714-296-5132

REAL ESTATE

REAL ESTATE

PIER 32 MARINA, SAN DIEGO BAY: Call for slip availability 619-477-3232 or email office@pier32marina.com.

POINT LOMA MARINA - SAN DIEGO: Call for slip availability. Call 619-718-6260 or email office@pointlomamarina.com.

MEXICAN CASITA WITH 4 ACRES Mexican stone “casita” & 3 out buildings on nearly 4 acres with 300’ beachfront in Baja. New certified survey available. 24/7 Guard.

Corporation owned and approved for marine businesses, etc.

See video, Fiesta del Mar: https://tinyurl.com/yc7eks5c $300,000 • Bahia de Los Angeles, Baja MX • capnernie1@aol.com

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Log Classifieds BOATING COURSES/SCHOOLS BECOME A MASTER MARINE SURVEYOR Best in business. NAVTECH/US Surveyors. Marine surveyor courses.

1-800-245-4425, www.navsurvey.com.

Commercial & recreational available.

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GENERAL SERVICES

WANTED TO BUY: Powerboats 1986 and newer, running or not, up to 34’ in length. We will help with removal from your slip. Call Al for more info: 800-613-5410.

AMERICA’S BOATING CLUB: Many boating education courses. San Diego, Oceanside & Newport Beach. Raft-Ups, Sail races, On-Water Training, BBQs & fun. Not For Ptofit. New Members Welcome. Website: www.sdsps.org, Email: log@sdsps.org

EQUIPMENT, PARTS & GEAR I BUY USED MARINE ELECTRONICS: Text photos or call 619-962-6969. Email rickabristol@gmail.com.

MAINSAIL for 41’ sloop, 5 years, need work.

VIKING survival raft, 4 man. 100a Balmar alternator/regulator, 200hrs. (3) Water Jerrycans, 16”x48” flexible silar panel, Caframo 6” 12v fan, 1g Prestone Dex Cool, Dinghy wheels (plastic), Simpson/Lowrance manual anchor windlass. gfinla1311@aol.com

GENERAL SERVICES

YACHT DELIVERY

100-TON MASTER with over (15) years’ experience is available to help with yacht maintenance, yacht management, charters, private excursions, delivery, instruction or whatever need you might have. Primarily NB. 714-574-4065

CLUB MEMBERSHIPS

CONVAIR SAILING CLUB: 21 ft. Victory & 23 ft Ensign sailboat fleets. Not for profit annual membership club. Regattas and socials, sail any time. New members welcome, training provided. info@convairsailingclub.com

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USCG CERTIFIED CAPTAINS Deliveries, Charters, Instruction. From Alaska to Panama. Multiple deliveries Hawaii to California, Atlantic crossing, Caribbean, Mediterranean. www.SanDiegoCaptains.com Captain Nikolay Alexandrov 858-531-1175 Captain Assen Alexandrov 858-531-4788

3M CUSTOM INTERIORS & CANVAS Marine interior design, fabrication.

Enclosures, affordable custom mattresses, window replacement, exterior and interior cushions, carpet and canvas. 25 years experience. Serving San Diego to LA. 858-329-1140, 617-791-0910, www.3mcanvas.com, threemcanvas@yahoo.com.

CORONADO YACHT MANAGEMENT:San Diego’s Yacht Care Specialists - Custom Yacht Management Packages, Cleaning / Detailing, Captain Services, Charter Coordination, Yacht Delivery, Boat Handling & Sailing Lessons, Vessel Improvements. 858-630-6630, Info@CoronadoYachtManagement.com

YACHT DELIVERY DELIVERIES, INSTRUCTION, and all other professional Captain services. Sail, power. www.KeithEricson.com, 619-275-3839, San Diego Skippers Association

CAPTAIN DAVE’S YACHT SERVICES: Deliveries, private instruction aboard your boat, rules of road, navigation, electronics. Yacht management and maintenence. 30+ years experience West Coast, Panama, Oregon, Washington, Canada, Alaska, San Juan Islands.

619-997-2378

SAILBOAT GEAR 2000 GOOD USED SAILS! Listed at minneysyachtsurplus.com More info? Email minneys@aol.com Open Thurs-Fri-Sat. 9 to 5 & By Appt.

DISSTECH OUTBOARDS & INFLATABLES Mobile service - Repair - Parts - 25 Years Experience - All makes outboards & small jet boats - Yamaha & Jet Boat Certified.

Call 858-888-6785 or email DISSTECHMARINE@GMAIL.COM.

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Sail/Power. Over 196,000 documented Intl blue water miles. Well respected in the marine industry. Many dozens of references.

Jeffry Matzdorff: 323-855-0191, earthakat@msn.com. www.offshoredeliveryskipper.com.

Maritime Institute offers USCG certified courses in all aspects of vessel operations, including deck, engineering and safety, along with USN certified courses for MSC Government Vessels. Our Norfolk campus is an approved GWO training facility for the offshore wind industry.

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YACHT INTERIORS

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Our professional staff of instructors and credentialing specialists will make sure you get the training you need to advance in your career.

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available for deliveries & charters of sail or motoryachts.

English / Spanish fluent. Mechanically handy.

CPR / First Aid certificates.

Call Capt. Dustin Conlon 858-988-9023 or email Oceanonearth@gmail.com

YACHT DELIVERY LOCAL AND WORLD WIDE USCG Licensed Capt. Michael Elias Email: melias51@hotmail.com Call 562-896-3797

for any shape window. Blinds, Roman shades, Roller shades, Cellular shades.

310-308-1844, 888-771-5309, boatblinds@prodigy.net, www.boatblindsinternational.com

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