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Two Harbors
 Catalina
offers a very diverse fishery with something to excite anglers of
all ages and skill levels. Many young visitors have caught their
first feisty Calico Bass off the Green Pleasure Pier, or their first
Mackerel or Sand Bass while casting out from the mole. A rental
skiff can transform the land-bound and bring them into the range
of Halibut and the toothy but tasty Barracuda. Catalina's many coves,
beaches, reefs and drop-offs bring Yellowtail and White Sea Bass
in search of the Mackerel, Sardines and Smelt that are plentiful
around the Island. It is not unusual to see a smiling fisherman
with a 30 pound Yellowtail or Sea Bass as big as 50 pounds being
taken from Catalina's waters. Now that would make for a great fish
fry!
Catalina
Island has long been considered the birthplace of big game fishing.
Catalina hosts the Tuna Club where members adhere to a very strict
set of rules regarding the line, the gear and the target species.
Many of the old photos show the abundance of marine life surrounding
the Island, and if you have the temperament, there are Charters
and Guides ready to help you fish for a trophy. There is no closer
departure point for reaching the big game than from Avalon. Marlin
are caught every Summer, often within a few miles of the Harbor.
A tuna charter can get you and 5 friends into Albacore and Yellowfin
Tuna during the Spring and Summer months. For the very adventurous,
a night charter can be arranged to target Mako Shark and the king
of the Sea, the Swordfish.
High
Tide Traders
They carry a variety of tackle and sell licenses. No rentals, no
bait. Located at 415 Crescent, near the pier. Open 9 am to 6 pm
(maybe later). Call 310-510-1612.
Live
Bait Barge
Near Avalon at Abalone Point. Summer only Sardines and anchovies.
Open from dawn to 2 or 3 pm.
Rosie's
Fish Market
At the end of Avalon's green pier. Bait door opens at 7 am.
Avalon
Boat Stand/Joe's Rent-A-Boat
On Avalon's green Pleasure Pier. Offers everything from droplines
to rods and lures, also rentals.
High
Tide Traders
They carry a variety of tackle and sell licenses. No rentals, no
bait. Located at 415 Crescent, near the pier. Open 9 am to 6 pm
(maybe later). Call 310-510-1612.
For
more information on the village of Two Harbors, and the many activities
there, explore their extensive Web
site.
Fishing
Licenses and Tackle
The Two Harbors General Store sells saltwater fishing licenses,
as well as a complete line of fishing gear, marine supplies, camping
equipment, and food. Families or groups may preorder food and provisions,
and have them available upon arrival at the island. Phone 310-510-4217.
Open year round, 8 am-9 pm Sunday-Thursday, 8 am-11 pm Friday and
Saturday.
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