Elsewhere around the marina we saw a really nice sized ball of bait getting worked over by a bunch of pelicans and cormorants. We’re not quite sure what they were – could have been anything from pinheads to sardines, but regardless this was really the first large-ish persistent type ball we’ve seen in here so far this year.

We have only had a few rentals out today and they didn’t come back with anything. One reported catching some sardines out by Sponge Bob and having missed a strike or two. Right now we’re waiting for Myron the Mariner to pull another one out of his hat from the hot spot between the kelp beds. We will let you know if it happens.

Meanwhile out in deeper waters, word is that salmon fishing is off the proverbial hook. Sheriff Larry came in with limits almost before he left (he said he had his limit within 20 minutes of dropping his first PHHBARF). The radio backs up this scenario – with everyone reporting fish at a much more reasonable 60-70 feet down (but still out in deep water).

So: spring is progressing nicely. So far all the components for a great season are checking in as scheduled. Come on down and get a hook or two wet – it’s getting to be about that time.

One last item: THE FLOATING DOCK WILL BE FULLY OPERATIONAL TOMORROW MORNING!! The stenographer will be thrilled as this shortens his commute immensely.