Fish Sniffer On Demand Digital Edition 3809 April 12-26 2019 | Page 32

30 Apr 12 - 26, 2019 VOL.38 • ISS. 9 Chase Sturgeon, Stripers, King Salmon, Halibut & Bottomfish With Captain Hayden Mullins of Dragon Sportfishing! I n 1971, Hayden Mullins landed his first ‘keeper’ Sturgeon, on his own. It was there that the passion began. He got his first boat when he was just 16 and he won his first derby that same year. His accomplishments include winning a beautiful boat at the Rio Vista Bass derby (the largest prize, to date). Hayden’s passion continues to this day, but has changed to teaching people how to catch the fish he targets. He has stood the test of time in the ever-changing waters of the Bay Area and continues to consistently produce. He still gets excited the night before a trip, knowing that it could be epic! This is the kind of passionate captain you want for your fishing trip! About The Dragon She is nearly 60 feet in length and over 18 feet wide, with an interior that rivals multi-million dollar homes. So, when the ladies come with their guys they are shocked at how plush she is. Guys are shocked to watch all major sporting events on one of the four TV’s, with the largest two being 72 inches and 48 inches. With all we’ve said about her, words don’t do her justice. She is truly a luxury fishing vessel. So, if you’re looking for someone with the passion to tech and fish with you book a trip on the legendary Dragon. This is a family-friendly boat - children are loved and welcomed! All you need to do is bring your licenses, food, drinks and a smile! For more information about fishing aboard the Dragon you can call (925) 766-7350. CALL NOW FOR BOAT SHOW PRICING!! Celebrating 61 years of “The Unsinkable Legend”!! 2019 Models HAVE ARRIVED! Boston Whaler 160 Sport SALTWATER REPORTS BERKELEY 5-inch hollow body swimbait rigged on a half-ounce underspin head,” said Bedford. Perch anglers continue to score fish in both the central and southern section of the bay while soaking baits from the bank. Grass shrimp, ghost shrimp, prawns and pile worms are all producing bites. Halibut Fishing Picks Up Steam! BERKELEY- EAST BAY- There were more halibut caught in San Francisco Bay this week and more private boats and charter boats are joining in on the action. At this point the fleet has only explored a limited area of the bay and a large volume of live bait is not available. As a result of these two factors no one is sure how good the fishing actually is. BODEGA BAY Charter boats are landing anywhere Optimism Runs High for from two to 12 keepers per trip that Sonoma Coast Salmon range up to 12 pounds along with a good deal of shaker action. Some Opener private boats have reported even BODEGA BAY – There is great better results. optimism for the opener of the 2019 The fish are being caught using a ocean salmon season out of Bodega combination of trolling with frozen Bay beginning on April 13th, and herring and anchovies teamed according to Rick Powers of Bodega with dodgers and drifting with live baits such as mudsuckers and perch. Live anchovies aren’t available at this time, but anglers are hopeful that they will be for sale soon. More charter boats will be up and running in the coming days including Berkeley’s Happy Hooker and Pacific Dream. Fish Sniffer reader Jarrod Bedford reported hooking three stripers while plugging the eastern shoreline of the south bay from the hiking and biking trial near San Leandro. “I caught bass measuring 14 and 17 inches on a blue and silver Rat-L-Trap and I Ben Thiranon headed out to the Delta hoping for a striper on March got a keeper on a 16 and ended up landing this impressive fish. Photo courtesy of BEN THIRANTON, FishAholics. Get Your Fish On! Boston Whaler 160 Super Sport Wins the 2019 Innovation Award at Miami International Boat Show! (shown with optional equipment) Complete package with side console with storage, dual aft swim platforms, lockable storage, bow rails, helm bench seat, side seat, Mercury 90 hp 4 stroke outboard, galvanized trailer and more! Call for Details! With The Bay Area’s Premier Sportfishing Family… Halibut Now Booking S.F. Bay Halibut & Striper Stripers Live Bait Potluck Trips! Lingcod Salmon Sharks & More Charters & Open Loads Available Departing Daily From The Berkeley Marina Happy Hooker (510) 223-5388 Pacific Dream (800) 726–2848 3807 (510) 533–9290 1926 – 2019 Your Bay Area Dealer For 93 Years 333 Kennedy Street Oakland, CA 94606 www.outboardmotorshop.com All Prices INCLUDE freight & prep, plus tax & license only. 3807 (510) 993-4414 Follow Us On Facebook Building On The Legacy of Capt. Jim Smith! Two Boats To Turn Your Fishing Dreams Into Reality! PACIFIC DREAM Captain Chris Smith’s 58’ Pacific Dream Captain Jonathan Smith’s 56’ Happy Hooker