>°))))彡 Fishing – Santa Cruz

Date: August 6, 2023.

Time 4:45 AM to 12:30 PM

Meeting Location: Prince of Peace

Check in Location: 1718 Brommer Street, Santa Cruz, CA

Contact Jason Nishijima with questions and to make payment.  

This trip targets rockfish. The cost is $67 for adults and $42.95 for age 15 and under. Anyone who is 16 or older will need a California fishing license (available for 1 day or 1 year timeframes). I have 9 extra rod/reels that scouts/adults are welcome to use, again on a first-ask, first-loan basis. Otherwise, rentals are available for $14. I have tackle set ups that everyone can use, no need to purchase those. Also bring $10 to have your fish cleaned, it is optional but the deckhands don’t make much money from the boat; they count on $1 per fish cleaning fee and tips to make it worth their while. I’ll handle other fees that may pop up. See full details below.

They ask us to check in at 1718 Brommer Street, Santa Cruz, CA at 5:30 am (yes AM); we will need to meet at Prince of Peace around 4:45 am. If all goes like normal, we should be headed back by noon, arriving back in San Jose by 1:00 pm. If fish bite early we may return earlier.

Meeting Location

Stagnaro’s office; 1718 Brommer Street, Santa Cruz, CA

60 minutes before departure time

Give yourself plenty of extra drive time for beach/weekend/summer traffic

After check-in, you will drive 5-7 minutes to park at the Santa Cruz Yacht Harbor next to the boat. We will have the driving directions for you. Harbor charges $1.50/hour.

What Is Not Included?

Fishing equipment, licenses, and fish cleaning services: Equipment and licenses can be rented/purchased at the shop prior to departure. Rod/Reel rental $14 + $9 for tackle set-up + $19.18 1-day fishing license (all as needed per person). Fish cleaning is about $10 per Cod limit. NO BRAIDED LINE.

Fishing License regulations: Anyone 16 years of age or older (and who is fishing on the trip) is required to have a fishing license in their possession before getting on the boat. IF BOUGHT ONLINE at DFG YOU MUST PRINT YOUR LICENSE.

Food and beverages: Both boats feature a galley, we have hot dogs, candy & chips as well as your favorite cold beverages (including beer and wine). Previous guests who have enjoyed snacks and beverages aboard our boats have found $12 per person, cash or credit, to be sufficient ($20 with beer). You many also bring your own food and drinks (but no outside alcohol!).

Gratuities: For parties of 8 or more on public trips we will collect a 10% gratuity at check-in. Smaller groups can pay on board or at check-in.