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Captain’s Log: Winter Beach Fishing — SoCal Style

The weather is great, and barred surf perch are biting like crazy
 

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Captain’s Log: Lobster Fishing Goes Against the Elements

For the best results, head out during the dark, cold hours of night
 

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Captain’s Log: Finding Solace with a Long Drive Through the Deep Desert

Take a detour onto a road less traveled for a relaxing escape from modern life
 

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Captain’s Log: Outdrawing a Shooting Star While Camping

Spectacle rouses others out of bed, much to their chagrin — but it was worth it
 

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Captain’s Log: The Effects of the Moon and Tides on Fishing

Charter captains and others with experience can help put together a successful fishing plan
 

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Captain’s Log: New Marine Protected Areas Take Effect Jan. 1

Unnecessary for fisheries management, MPAs are all about creating permanent money-makers for grant seekers
 

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Captain’s Log: Close Encounter with a Shark Off San Miguel Island

Surface sighting of a toothy great white won't soon be forgotten
 

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Captain’s Log: Saltwater Fishing Seasons Nearing End

Late December is a good time to head out in search of rockfish and lingcod
 

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Captain’s Log: Lingcod War Story — A Battle at Sea

Quick thinking, strength and quality gear — aka the 'Lingslayer' — lead an angler to victory
 

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Captain’s Log: Big Story of a Tiny Bird Lost at Sea

Wilson’s Warbler finds comfort aboard the WaveWalker
 

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Captain’s Log: Spending Thanksgiving Weekend in the Great Outdoors

Cherish the time with family and friends by telling stories around a campfire
 

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Captain’s Log: Childhood Lessons for Which I Am Thankful

We can learn a lot about ourselves through life's experiences
 

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Captain’s Log: Soak Up Creativity and Culture with the Waterfront Art Walk

Make a day of it with a Sunday stroll and shopping along Cabrillo Boulevard
 

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Captain’s Log: Surge in Lingcod Population Lures Angling Opportunities

Counts of catch and release are way up; here's what you need to know to get in on the action
 

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Captain’s Log: Hooked on Hoochies for Halloween

Aside from fishing, they're popular as spooky, glowing decorations or costume adornments
 

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Captain’s Log: Cozy Companionship Around a Hearth Fire

Autumn is a great time of year to gather 'round and share stories
 

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Captain’s Log: Get Out There and Fish While the Biting Is Good

Tuna, yellowtail, white seabass and halibut — options are plentiful, but times like these won't last
 

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Captain’s Log: Dolphin Helps Turn Around a Young Life

Teen boy with an attitude changes course after a friendly encounter out at sea
 

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Captain’s Log: Trouble Brewing Over Park Host at Goleta Pier

County Parks Department needs to rethink efforts to dismiss Boyd Grant
 

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Captain’s Log: Take Precautions to Keep Pets from Becoming Prey

Foraging predators venture farther into neighborhoods this time of year
 

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Captain’s Log: Encounter with a Bald Eagle at Santa Cruz Island

The birds, with their impressive size and unmistakable eyes, are a welcome sight
 

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Captain’s Log: The Golden Time of Year to Be Outdoors

Head to beaches and trails now to enjoy the moderate weather and sparse crowds
 

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Captain’s Log: Conditions Are Just Right for a Swim in the Sea

Options abound for enjoying the water of the Santa Barbara Channel
 

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Captain’s Log: Halibut Season Showing No Sign of Slowing

This is the best time of year, with the most options available, for a fishing outing
 

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Captain’s Log: Local Lakes, Streams Offer More to Those Who Watch Quietly

You'll be amazed at what you can see when you stop and blend in with the habitat
 

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Captain’s Log: Santa Barbara Sports the Best Fishing Along the Southern California Coast

It's a great year for anglers, with a bounty of options prime for catching
 

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Captain’s Log: Load ‘Em Up, Move ‘Em Out for Hunting Season

Take to the field for bird, deer and other seasons that soon will be opening
 

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Captain’s Log: Santa Barbara/Goleta Home to Best Piers on the Coast

This is a perfect time of year to make time for fishing
 

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Captain’s Log: Summer a Great Time for Fishing on the Fly

There are plenty of materials available for tying flies — without snipping hairs off Fido
 

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Captain’s Log: Mermaids and Other Things That Go Splash at Sea

Birds, whales and dolphins are common sources of the spectacles
 

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Captain’s Log: White Seabass Have Become Quite the Catch

Even folks with small boats can target the big fish around the Channel Islands
 

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Captain’s Log: Clean Fuel Only Zone Expands for Commercial Ocean Shipping

Preventing whale strikes wasn't the reason, but it should be a priority
 

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Captain’s Log: Summertime Food Chain Brings Carnage to Backyard

For most critters, life is a constant battle for survival
 

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Captain’s Log: Will Slowing Container Ships Around Channel Islands Save Whales?

It's a worthy effort, but it's likely to just move the problem elsewhere
 

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Captain’s Log: Fishing Trip for Kids a Fun Way to Kick Off Summer Vacation

A day on the water fits the bill for an entertaining and healthy activity
 

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