I hope everyone is having a great holiday weekend with their families this year! For those of us that live a little far from home, or need an escape from crazy in-laws, we have great news. There is a killer window for fishing and crabbing this weekend. But first, let’s check out some recent reports…
A fisherman’s Thanksgiving
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Fishing Reports this Week 🎣
Dungeness | 210 | 280 | 270 | 100 |
Rockfish | 210 | 280 | 198 | 100 |
Lingcod | 1 | 2 |
Boats are still going out and catching limits of Dungeness and rockfish! Water hasn’t been too rough and season still looks good from boat.
Saw another reports with some striped bass still being caught in the Bay just FYI.
Bay Area Trout Stocking Report 🐟
Light stocking, the blitz is over for now…
Folsom Lake | |
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11/23-11/29 | Trout |
Early Black Friday Fishing Deals to Target 🤑
There’s only one thing I love more than fishing - buying stuff to fish with! I already have my sights set on a new Okuma surf fishing rod I want to pick up for Black Friday. Something strange is going on though, something I don’t remember from last year. According to Amazon and some of our favorite fishing brands, Black Friday is now Black Friday WEEK instead of just one day.
As much as I would like to be saving money this holiday season I’ve found four cool finds I’d like to share with you. Obviously only stuff from reputable brands that I am a fan of. Full disclosure, we may get a commission from these links, but it doesn’t cost you any more and it helps support our twice a week fishing updates for you.
No Brainer Black Friday Week Pickups
Lucky Craft Surf Pointer 115 - 28% Off
It can be hard to spend money on new lures. But not on Lucky Crafts. This is one of the only brands I will confidently and consistently buy lures over $15 from. I’ve caught more fish on Lucky Crafts than any other lure. These sinking jerkbaits are awesome for targeting big perch, stripers, and even halibut.
Reaction Tackle Saltwater Braid - 40% Off
I actually love this stuff. Way more cost effective than the bigger brands but I’ve never had an issue with quality. 40% off is a heck of a deal considering I would have no second thoughts about buying this at full price.
KastKing Fishing Backpack - 24% Off
I used to be anti-fishing backpacks, and I still don’t think you need a super expensive one. But man do they make your life easier. I used to cram everything into a smelly old backpack that my old job gave me. Constantly getting hooks stuck in the lining and forgetting things… I think this is a solid deal if you don’t have a good one.
Hook-EZE Fishing Knot Tool - 39% Off
If you’re thinking “Really? Why would I need this?” let me explain. I am so sick of fumbling trying to tie knots in the wind and it is only going to get worse in terms of weather. I hooked myself super bad in the finger not too long ago and I think this is a good investment. Your thumbs will thank you.
Retail Spots for Black Friday Shopping
Bass Pro Shops San Jose
West Marine Marin County
Sportsman’s Warehouse Fairfield
Sportsman’s Warehouse Rohnert Park
Weekend Fishing Forecasts - Curated Spots
Half Moon Bay 🐟 🦀
Friday 11/28 | Saturday 11/29 | Sunday 11/30 | |
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Wind Speed (mph) | AM 4, PM 6 | AM 4, PM 4 | AM 3, PM 4 |
Swell Height (ft) | 4.5 | 3.8 | 4.7 |
Wave Power (kJ) | 641 | 155 | 333 |
Wave Interval (sec) | 11.3 | 7.6 | 9.8 |
Pressure (in) | 30.12 | 30.06 | 29.94 |
High Tides (ft) | 4.7 @ 5:09 AM 4.0 @ 4:06 PM | 5.1 @ 5:39 AM 3.9 @ 5:33 PM | 5.5 @ 6:12 AM 3.9 @ 6:55 PM |
Low Tides (ft) | 2.7 @ 11:03 AM 0.8 @ 10:44 PM | 1.8 @ 12:05 PM 1.2 @ 11:30 PM | 0.9 @ 1:01 PM |
Our Rating | Good | Great | Good |
Ocean Beach 🦀
Friday 11/28 | Saturday 11/29 | Sunday 11/30 | |
|---|---|---|---|
Wind Speed (mph) | AM 1, PM 6 | AM 4, PM 4 | AM 4, PM 3 |
Swell Height (ft) | 3.8 | 3.2 | 3.9 |
Wave Power (kJ) | 433 | 359 | 380 |
Wave Interval (sec) | 12.8 | 13.8 | 11.7 |
Pressure (in) | 30.12 | 30.06 | 29.94 |
High Tides (ft) | 5.1 @ 5:13 AM 4.4 @ 4:16 PM | 5.4 @ 5:48 AM 4.2 @ 5:43 PM | 5.9 @ 6:22 AM 4.3 @ 7:06 PM |
Low Tides (ft) | 2.6 @ 11:13 AM 0.7 @ 10:49 PM | 1.8 @ 12:12 PM 1.1 @ 11:40 PM | 0.9 @ 1:04 PM |
Our Rating | Good | Good | Good |
Carquinez Strait (Still Striper!) 🐟
Friday 11/28 | Saturday 11/29 | Sunday 11/30 | |
|---|---|---|---|
Wind Speed (mph) | AM 2, PM 1 | AM 1, PM 2 | AM 1, PM 2 |
Swell Height (ft) | 1.0 | 0.7 | 0.8 |
Wave Power (kJ) | 23 | 16 | 19 |
Wave Interval (sec) | 11.0 | 14.2 | 13.0 |
Pressure (in) | 30.12 | 30.06 | 29.97 |
High Tides (ft) | 4.5 @ 7:53 AM 3.7 @ 7:05 PM | 4.8 @ 8:30 AM 3.6 @ 8:26 PM | 5.2 @ 9:09 AM 3.6 @ 9:47 PM |
Low Tides (ft) | 0.3 @ 12:57 AM 2.1 @ 2:04 PM | 0.6 @ 1:44 AM 1.4 @ 3:06 PM | 0.9 @ 2:33 AM 0.7 @ 4:01 PM |
Our Rating | Great | Great | Great |
*Always check conditions before going out there, this data may no longer be up to date so please be safe
HAPPY THANKSGIVING and good luck out there 😎