Santa Cruz, California

Kayak fish Santa Cruz. Launched from the wharf and paddled to kelp beds at the end of steamer lane, which is a famous surf break. Caught a kelp rockfish, black and yellow rockfish, and kelp greenling. The greenling was a particularly red male specimen. Saw several otters. Got up close to some big sea lions at the launch. A short and fun session. #catchking

They like it on a slow retrieve with a bounce, often hooked on the sink. Most concentrated just below where you can see the hooks

1 hour before sunset action. If you fish NorCal beaches. Check out newly created "NorCal Surf Fishing" Facebook Group

Caught at least 20 good sized Pacific Smelt!