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Activity #1055

Deep Sea Cod Fishing Trip on Monterey Bay

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ON SUNDAY'S TRIP THE FISHERMAN CAUGHT EASY LIMITS OF COD FISHING THE LOCAL REEFS NEAR SANTA CRUZ. 23 PASSENGERS/ 230 FISH. 10/11/09 Current Report: Yesterday we had 280 fish for 28 people. We fished off of Ano Nuevo Island catching really nice quality yellows, a few reds, blues and 1 ling cod. .Albacore is being caught 50 miles off of Santa Cruz last week. Call us with your contact information as we may be setting up trips during the week (no weekend trips available). The trip will be @$250 per person. Call to leave your contact information (831) 427-2334.

Advance purchase is strongly recommended, and trips often sell out quickly. To maximize your chances of getting the day and time you prefer, please buy your tickets well in advance. Tickets can only be purchased with a Visa, Mastercard or American Express.

Unfortunately we do not have waiting lists for our trips, but check out our other fishing trips instead! We often open up the Twilight Cod Fishing Trip when the morning one is full.

We still go out. The rain is of no consequence; we are concerned with wind and sea conditions and they are not necessarily bad during the rain. In fact, some of our best conditions can be on a rainy day, so dress appropriately. In the case of severe weather, we may cancel the activity up to an hour before the start time in which case you will be allowed to reschedule tickets (subject to availability) or receive credit for a future event.

Yes. Anyone 16 years of age (and who is fishing) or older is REQUIRED to have a fishing license. It must be in your possession before getting on the boat. If you do not have one, one-day licenses are available for purchase in the shop prior to departure. The price of a one-day license is $15.

Depends on what we are fishing for. If we are fishing for Cod, we can keep 10 Rock Cod and 2 Ling Cod. It is imperative that all regulations as governed by the DFG and PFMC be followed at all times. The crew members will remind each individual. DFG are constantly patrolling the area, whether it is on the water or on land. It is not worth the risk. The fines can be a substantial amount.

There are around 50 different species of rock cod, and they are usually 12 to 16 inches long and weigh 3 to 4 pounds. The ling cod are a bigger variety, so they have to be 22 inches long in order for you to keep them and can weigh anywhere from 7 or 8 pounds up to 20 pounds.

Even though children under 16 years of age are allowed to fish on our trips without a license, they are allowed the same legal limit as an adult fisherman.

You can purchase your one-day fishing license, at our office, prior to departure, on the day of your trip. The licenses are $15.00 a piece.

Oh sure, nothing like a new experience! Our crew will assist you and, often times, some of the "seasoned" veterans are willing to offer advice.

Yes, you can rent (or purchase, depending on the item) the necessary gear along with your tickets. Rod & Reel Rental is $12.00 and a Tackle Kit is $8.00. You can also rent them from our shop prior to departure.

We can supply you with all the gear you need! You can purchase a full equipment package when you book your tickets. You can also bring your own gear. However, even if you have some equipment at home, our rods and tackle are specific to the type of fish we will be catching. If you are a first-time fisherman, we recommend you purchase our equipment package to ensure that you have all the best supplies!

The tackle kit includes a Rock Cod jig (a string of hooks with 2 weights) and a burlap sack to put your fish in. Bait is included in the price of every trip, regardless of whether or not you buy the tackle kit. All participants must have tackle suitable for Rock Cod fishing to fish on the trip.

Yes. Ride-Along tickets are available for this fishing trip. Ride-Along passengers are not entitled to a limit of fish for the trip. Please keep in mind that our route depends on the best fishing areas, and we may not pass by any wildlife along the way. If you are more interested in seeing wildlife, please check our Whale Watching and Scenic Cruises instead.

Each Regular, which includes Adult and Child, ticket-holder is entitled to one limit of fish, whereas Ride-Along passengers cannot catch any fish. Anyone without a fishing license, regardless of the type of ticket they buy, will NOT be allowed to hold a fishing pole at any time. For example, if your child is purchasing a Regular ticket and you are only attending as a Ride-Along, you will not be able to hold your child's fishing pole unless you have a valid fishing license in your name. If you do, you can help out, but you and your child will still only be allowed one limit of fish between the two of you. If you purchase a Ride-Along ticket and don't have any intention on fishing or even helping, you do not need a license.

Due to the inherent motion of the boat, and for safety reasons, children ages 3 and younger are not allowed on the trip. If you'd like to take your young child on one of our cruises, check out the Scenic Bay Cruise.

For safety reasons, this cruise is not suitable for pregnant women. If you are pregnant and would like to attend anyway, you must first consult with your doctor.

It depends on the child. You know your child best. Age 5-6 may be a good age to get a child oriented with this traditional sport. We do recommend starting out on a “Rock Cod” Fishing Trip as it is very likely that a child will catch something.

You can purchase a variety of food and beverage items at the galley. In the morning, our selection includes breakfast burritos of bacon, eggs, salsa, English muffins, danishes, and bagels with cream cheese. For lunch/dinner, our selection includes cheeseburgers, chicken sandwiches, hot dogs, pizza, quesadillas, cold-cut sandwiches, chips, popcorn, and candy. Our drink selection includes soda, bottled water, beer, and wine.

Approximately $12.00 should cover the cost of your breakfast and lunch. If you plan on purchasing beer along with your meals, you should bring approximately $20.00.

Yes. You can bring your own food and beverages, but outside alcohol cannot be brought onto the boat. Please limit your cooler size to less than 20 inches. Beer and wine are available for purchase in the full service galley.

Yes, however, coolers longer than 20" are not allowed. Also, it is illegal to bring your own alcohol on board. But you can purchase beer and wine aboard the boat.

There are many factors that determine the duration of your fishing trip. Typically the trips last between 6 and 8 hours. If the fish are aggressive, and everyone has caught their limit, we may come in a little earlier. If the fish are more elusive we'll stay out for a little longer.

Please arrive an HOUR before your trip begins. Before the trip you'll need to get your equipment, purchase your license, sign the U.S. Coastguard registry, and get acclimated with the boat. Remember to take traffic into account when making your plans.

We can guarantee fishing but not catching. The Captain will do everything in his power to put you where the fish are. We can not control what does or does not bite the hook

Our captains use their intimate knowledge of the Santa Cruz area to locate Cod hotspots. On this trip we usually visit local reefs with water depths ranging from 50 -100 feet.

The main difference is the time and duration. The twilight trip lasts 4 hours and the Deep Sea trip lasts between 6 and 8 hours, depending on bite. Because the twilight trips are shorter, we usually fish in the local reefs.

We recommend that you have the deckhand clean/fillet them - so much easier than having this mess at home. The cost of fish cleaning is not included in the price of your ticket. Fish cleaning is $10 per limit of Cod (10 Rock Cod ).

NO! It is illegal to sell fish that are caught by way of "Recreational Sport Fishing." If you are caught violating this law, you (along with Stagnaro Charter Boats) will be ordered to appear in court, fined, and items can be confiscated.

We sure hope not. Unfortunately, this is not something we can predict. While we can't recommend you take any medications, prevention might be a good idea if you are susceptible to motion sickness.

Yes, there are life jackets for every adult and child on board. The location of the jackets is clearly posted and verbally announced by the skipper.

No. You may choose to wear a life jacket if you feel you need one.

Absolutely. In addition to modern safety equipment (EPIRB, Life Floats, Life Jackets, etc.) our vessels are constantly maintained and inspected twice a year by the United States Coast Guard, a Division of Homeland Security.

Yes, there is a restroom on board.

How far out we go depends on the weather, how many people are on board, and where the fish are. We usually go further up or down the coast, rather than further out into the bay, but the distances can range from 2 miles off shore and 3 miles up or down the coast to 3 miles off shore and 25 miles up or down the coast.

Maybe. Should the whales pass by, then great! You got a bonus for the day. If they do not, then please do not be disappointed as the original objective is to go fishing

Your trip will end in the exact place that it starts from.

Yes. Indoor seating and awnings are available if you need to get out of the sunlight.

The boat is not wheelchair accessible, however, we will do all that we can to accommodate customers with disabilities. There are stairs leading the way to the entrance of the boat, so if you're willing to allow our crew to help you up the stairs, we'll gladly do so.

We have two meeting locations that vary based on the day and the cruise. One is at the Santa Cruz Wharf at Beach Street and the other is at the Santa Cruz West Harbor at Atlantic Avenue. The locations are approximately 10 minutes by car away from one another. You will get exact meeting location details after you purchase your tickets.

Our boats are accessible to those with walkers and canes. Though we are often able to accommodate people in wheelchairs as well, our boats are not wheelchair accessible by average standards. If you are in a wheelchair, please keep in mind that steps leading to the boats prevent you from wheeling directly on board. As a result, our crew will have to physically carry you from the dock, on to the boat, and back into your chair. For this reason we cannot safely accommodate guests who require this service if they weigh more than 175 pounds.

There is a limited amount of space on the boat for your personal belongings. Please keep your coolers under 20 inches in length. Out of respect for your fellow passengers, please keep your personal items to a minimum.

Yes! Gift certificates for Stagnaro Fishing Trips are great for any occasion. To purchase a gift certificate, click on the "Contact this seller" link.

Yes! Stagnaro Fishing can accommodate a variety of special requests. Click on the "Contact this Seller" link for more information on private trips.

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