Never heard of them but it looks like they are doing a lot of the things that PFIC and UPSAC used to do. I'm not familiar with them but it sounds like some of their ideas, i.e., clean piers, are similar.
Yes I've seen them. They are organized by the host of the video who has a popular channel that focuses on local fishing. Seems like fun times. We've been coincidentally fishing at the same time he was filming one of these at Huntington Beach pier.
I have seen many of these videos and have been at one of the meet-ups. The one I attended was fun and the host is very active. I will admit there is some goofing off, but most of the time they are do their best to promote fishing. They just had Meet up #10 in December at Oceanside Pier. I hope to be able to participate in another meet-up soon.
Never heard of them but it looks like they are doing a lot of the things that PFIC and UPSAC used to do. I'm not familiar with them but it sounds like some of their ideas, i.e., clean piers, are similar.
The host is not new to fishing, but he is fairly new to hosting fishing gatherings and tournaments. He could definitely use some further instructions on not feeding wildlife. As I said, I have seen some behavior on his videos I would not do myself. The one thing I noticed when I did participate was the amount of rail space that was used up by a limited amount of anglers and the lack of supervision of the lines by those anglers. On that day I also had my 9-year daughter so if the tournament is supposed to be family-friendly, foul language should be kept to a minimum.
Right on! I know it seems like a small deal--and probably is in most cases--to toss a fish or a morsel to a bird or mammal, but I've seen the results in too many cases. The wildlife loses. When wild creatures become tamed or too accustomed to handouts, they lower their guard and get snared by loose fishing line, hooked by carelessly discarded tackle, or even poisoned by human processed carbohydrates. It's a common sight and it's depressing. And also a pestilence. Anglers who hate sea lions for gobbling their catches need look no farther than the docks and harbors, where these furbags pig out on tourist helpings. I'm sure many here have had their bait stolen by a cunning seagull who took advantage of an absentminded fisherman. It's conditioned behavior and so easily could have been avoided.
In the spirit of keeping things light, I offer this favorite sign from the San Diego Zoo:
This person hosts tournaments at various piers. Unknown if he acquires appropriate permits as most cities require application and permits for events on public property. A lot of circus environment with him, banners hung by fishing groups, clowning around, and crowded pier.
I have seen them on youtube a while ago. The group is becoming larger now, indicating his growing popularity. I liked his message of keeping the fishing piers clean.
This person hosts tournaments at various piers. Unknown if he acquires appropriate permits as most cities require application and permits for events on public property. A lot of circus environment with him, banners hung by fishing groups, clowning around, and crowded pier.
Good Evening. There is a lot of what you describe that goes on. He does encourage us to keep the Piers and beaches clean, but I feel this may be overlooked because of some of the antics being displayed. Would you recommend we mention this site if the opportunity arose?
Good Evening. There is a lot of what you describe that goes on. He does encourage us to keep the Piers and beaches clean, but I feel this may be overlooked because of some of the antics being displayed. Would you recommend we mention this site if the opportunity arose?