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Wayne Kotow California Director for the Coastal Conservation Association (CCA) Captain Chuck Taft from Sea Adventure Sportfishing Also some of our best interviews from the past few months.

Rangers Chris Betancourt & Tom Brossard from Lake Morena talked about the current fishing conditions and their “Movies in the Park” event. Danny Uribe from Team Accurate gave us the low-down on the new Valiant reels and Team Accurate’s epic bluefin tuna (274 lbs) caught the past week. Maker of the Yummee Flyer was on talking a little about the history of the lure and how it’s being fished here on the west coast.

David Kirpatrick from the 2016 Make-a-Wish Tuna Challenge updated us on the upcoming event. Dr. Terry Maas, veteran Freediver and Spearfisherman, talked about his 55 years in the sport. Captain Bill Wilkerson from Malihini Sportfishing commented on current offshore conditions.

Jeff Squires "One Cool Tuna" talked about his new Z-Bar surface iron. How it was developed and how it is made. David Kirkpatrick from the Make a Wish Tuna Challenge talked about the upcoming event. Jeff Jonucz who with his partner Cameron Rodriguez won the 2016 El Cajon Ford Team Open talked about winner the event, fishing it for the first time. Stan just came back from a trip to Crowley Lake and the June Lake Loop and talked about what he found there.

Paul Leader, owner/operator of El Cajon Ford comment on his 2016 El Cajon Ford Team tournament Catherine Miller for the San Diego Sportfishing Council updated us on the 14th Annual Youth Fish Derby on Shelter Island Pier. Ryan Moniz from Sportsman’s Seafood Processing on Mission Bay informing us of the fish processing services his company offers. Captain Chuck Taft from Sea Adventure Sportfishing also gave us a report on current offshore fishing conditions.

Billy Egan - Won Bass Director commenting on this year's 2016 WON Bass US Open on Lake Mead, September 12-14. Dianna Siimons, Instructor from the US Coast Guard Auxiliary outlining the class she teaches "Suddenly in Command".

Capt. Bill Wilkerson owner operator of Malihini Sportsfishing out of H&M Landing.   Attorney Mike Conroy from West Coast Fisheries Consultants talking about bluefin tuna populations, proposed coastal seamount closures, and pending litigation against environmental organizations.

Frank Ursitti from H&M Landing reporting on the results of the WON/H&M Landing San Diego Jackpot Big Fish Tournament and current conditions. Lori Heath sharing her experiences with us talking about ladies in Offshore fishing and the challenges and rewards they experience. Zach Zorn, one of three your anglers that, brought in a 240lb blue fin tuna from 50 miles off shore and after a 8½ battle. As always, Phil Friedman and Captain James Nelson reported on local offshore and inshore fishing conditions.

Justin Locitus from Lake Havasu City reported on the results of the 2017 SPRO All Frog Tournament on Lake Havasu on June 12. Can you believe it took over 20lbs to  win this event… using nothing but SPRO Bronzeye Frogs. Captain Jason Reese from Hi- Count Sportfishing ( check him out on the cover of Western Outdoor News) relaying the story on how in one day his guests hooked and landed three blue fin tuna over 200 lbs. As always, Phil Friedman and Captain James Nelson were with us updating us on current local saltwater fishing opportunities.

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Catherine Miller from the San Diego Sportfishing Council talked about the upcoming 2016 Day at the Docks. Gary Graham Baja photojournalist and writer kept us updated on Baja tournaments and the condition of the new Mexican Hwy 5 Captain Chuck Taft from Sea Adventure Sportfishing out of H&M Landing filled us in on the early bluefin tuna bite of our Socal coast.

Catherine Miller from the San Diego Sportfishing Council talked about the upcoming 2016 Day at the Docks. Gary Graham Baja photojournalist and writer kept us updated on Baja tournaments and the condition of the new Mexican Hwy 5 Captain Chuck Taft from Sea Adventure Sportfishing out of H&M Landing filled us in on the early bluefin tuna bite of our Socal coast.

It's Day at the Docks 2016! We have some more fresh interviews for you to enjoy. Guests include Captain Chuck Taft, Ron Baker, Don Iovino and more.

Bill Wilkerson, Owner/Operator of Malahini Sportfishing out of H&M Landing California Sportfishing League Executive Director Marco Mlikotin John Campbell, Director of the 2016 Yellowtail Derby

Marty Guth, owner/operator of Guth's Lodge from the Illiamna/Bristol Bay region of Alaska . Wendy reported on a trip she and her Mom made to the Manzanar Camp where Japanese/Americans were detained during World War II. Wendy's Mom had been a resident of Manzanar. Todd Wood, Angler/Firefighter on his win during the FLW Western Open Championships on April 24th. Stan after checking in with his contact in the Eastern Sierra's reports how well the Trout Opener Went.

Captain Chuck Taft owner/operator of Sea Adventure Sportfishing reporting on the 110lb bluefin caught on the Legend. Captain Rob Butler operator of TowBoat U.S. - San Diego, outlining his company's services. John Campbell report on the first week's results for the 2016 Yellowtail Derby.

Tammy Toral General Manager of Diamond Valley Marina discusses the reopening of Diamond Valley Lake on May 18 Captain Frank Ursetti owner/operator of the Ranger 85 looks at current condition for catching big Bluefin Tuna and other fish lurking off our SoCal coastline Also featured - live reports from Bridgeport and June Lake on current Eastern Sierra fishing conditions. As always Captain James Nelson and Phil Friedman keep on current on local saltwater fishing conditions.