Just saw this on Facebook. Nice pinkie. 13.5kg.

 Hey guys, heading up to Sandy Cape over the weekend and wondering if anyone has been there lately and what the fishing is like? Get to test out my new Navara so access is no issues. Also, is there any mobile coverage up there?

Cheers!

 I was up at Ascot today passed my fav spot an noticed someone with a very large rod on roof rack parked nearby.

 Got me thinking, i would assume people dont do it to not attract them, but still....Not something i would try these days as im not fit enough, but would interesting to know if anyone else has.

 Hi All,

Thought I would start a thread for the 2015/16 crayfish season, I have searched the forum for information on using cray pots but thought I would start thread about where you will be getting your crays this year, when you will start dropping your pots and what depths you will be hunting in. This year will be my first year at having a crack dropping the pots, I have all ways gone diving for my crays all have done well off the scarborough reefs in about 14 metres of water. This year due to living further north I will be setting the pots out from Mindarie in about 10-15 metres of water see how we go we will have 4 pots so it will be a bit trial and error trying to find them. What is everybody elses plans to catch crays this year?

Its the time of year with the snapper ban in place and the demersal ban to closely follow that I think about going deep. The difference being this year I will go the distance and invest in the gear to get started. I'm looking at two reels and I would greatly appreciate opinion from others. Shimano Plays 9000, Daiwa Tanacom Bull 1000 I'm a bit of a Shimano tragic so I'm leaning in that direction.

Enjoy

 Well, after a long fishing drought i am set to break it next week in mandurah.  Last time i wet a line was steep point in may this year.  Fishing desires have been put on hold over winter while i found a new car as the engine karked it in the last one coming back from steep point, and i also undertook installing a kill tank into the boat.  In amongst that some family dramas and challenges have kept my focus, but fingers crossed they're all moving in a positive direction.  Most recently the misses did her MCL in her right knee which threw our plans for a week in mandurah into disarray.  But she has declared herself fit and so we're off.  I have to work the first few days but i have checked the forecast and later in the week may be promising.

So it is time to put the kill tank to the test and hopefully fill it with some fish.

Getting two new cray pots delivered to me while we're there, and found a local selling second hand cray pot rope.  So in my down time I'll have some splicing to do.  I'll find time to catch some herring for cray bait come november, and might even putter up the murray and have a counter meal at the ravenswood.

put in at east freo, our daughter and her 2 kids,cruised down to the moles, went into the fishing boat harbour had some lunch,put the pick down in 4 metres bit of berly and the fish turned it on for my little crewie, lots of skips, yellow tail and butterfish, threw most back, good fun, went for a cruise to blackwall reach and then back to the ramp, great day out

 Looking at putting wrap around stainless steel snapper racks on the Surtee's can anyone suggest a local mob that has them,I dont want the poxy 3 way things that some of the tackle stores stock

 went out a few nights ago before the ban kicked in and finally got myself a pinkie 

Im very much bad luck when it comes to fishing but that didn't stop me from getting my own boat. After a few teething problems with it and my piss poor fishing ability the first handful of excursions hadn't been much chop 

After a fair bit of studying a sunset trip to finally bring home a pinkie was agreed with me my dad and his mate 

After a couple of stingrays we finally got a bit of action and my line went of like a train hit it. As the rod was in the rod holder it actually broke my rodholder when it took of. After a bit of a fight which wasn't too light as I'm nit going to be fishing light until I have actually got some fish on-board I'd hate to lose one when I haven't court one;) well I netted a 80cm pinkie. All three on the boat actually hooked up at this stage but only one boarded.

I took some photos baited dropped back down then bang on again within 2 mins. This time a slightly smaller 70cm version was pulled aboard. We had a few more hook ups and a visit from a north west blowies. Then our night was over.

The boat still has a couple of issues and my fishing ability is still very suspect not to mention my skippering ability but I'm on the board and couldn't be happier.

And thanks to the guys who commentated on my previous post asking for tips muchly appreciated  

Just received approval for the shirt design for the Tournament and I thought I would show Members, and give the Tournament a “plug”.

This is a Tournament where there is one major sponsor so it allowed a shirt design that could be made to be reflective of the sponsors logo.  It is also a Barramundi Tournament so the fish image had to reflect the awesome nature of the fish.  After much “scouring” of images I was lucky enough to find a good one, and be lucky enough to be able to contact the photographer who would sell me the original high resolution image at a reasonable price.  Through a couple of iterations we developed a design that hopefully meets the brief of doing justice to the major sponsor, and the fish, whilst providing a shirt that the competitors will be happy to own.  The “approved” design is illustrated below.

The Tournament is on Friday the 6th, Saturday the 7th and Sunday the 8th of November 2015.  The briefing will be held on Friday the 6th at the Club Rooms McKay St Port Hedland, with fishing commencing immediately after.  Weigh in commences at 2pm on Sunday and closes at 5pm with presentations to follow.  It is a “no take” competition with all Barra to be measured, photographed and released.  If you want more information contact Hedley on 0407 427 452 or Gavin on 0427 011 991.

The cost is a very reasonable $70 for adults and $35 for juniors and if you sign up by Monday 19 October you get one of the shirts for free – I think that is a really good deal as you may pay more than that for a shirt like this in the shops.  Please support the Club and go after some of the great prizes on offer.

Speaking of shops, I am happy to report that I received advice from the City of Wanneroo that my town planning application for change of use of a premises to allow, Showroom, Light Industry, Warehouse and Offices has been approved.  It was a fair effort to find a suitable location, and then get the approvals for the uses I want to conduct there, and I am glad this phase of work is complete – although the hard work starts now.  The premises address is 7 / 65 Buckingham Drive Wangara and I will provide more details about it in future posts.  Cheers.  Mick

 Hi everyone I've just brought my first boat it's a penguin phantom 4.9 and I need to get a sounder and plotter or combo and was wondering what is a good one on a budget won't be fishing extremely deep around 60m Mark max cheers for any help

The new lisence has been released.

http://www.acma.gov.au/~/media/Spectrum%20Licensing%20Policy/Fact%20sheets/PDF/AWQ%20fact%20sheet_final%20pdf.pdf

Any idea where in Perth I can sit the AWQ VHF lisence exam? I phoned a few sea rescue organisations who either have not heard about the new licence or not aware that it has been released.

Just back from the maiden trip to the Pelseart Group with the BIL – was worth waiting for good weather! Firstly, a big thanks to Rob H and Paul G for all the information re. anchorages, weather etc – much appreciated guys. Wouldn’t have been as easy a trip without the knowledge gained.

Covered 125nm over three days for 165L fuel (Honda 135HP). Anchored up at the Bity holes both nights. The first evening, we had two other boats accompany us, with the place to ourselves the second evening. What a place. The island is alive. Whales breaching everywhere on the way out. Fishing was great, although hard to land anything of substance, which took line out, due to sharks nabbing them (straightened a few hooks and lost a few rigs). Had to move spots after a couple of drops on each lump once the sharks were in - Don’t want to feed them! However, we still did pretty well landing dhuies, baldies, coral trout etc and coming home with cryovac fillets. The sweetlips were a pest out there! The weather really put it on for us. Trolled wreck point for a couple of hours and hooked one YFT – however dropped it boat-side – devastating to say the least! Cannot wait to get back out there and explore Pelseart further early 2016 (if not Xmas / NY – weather permitting).

Can highly recommend this trip to anyone interested – keen. Just pick your weather and ensure you have sufficient water, fuel etc. and be sure to notify dept. fisheries in Gero.

Some pics attached

 With a few commitments in the morning yesterday my son James and I didn't get to the ramp until about 12pm but we were both keen to get out for a fish. When we left home the breeze seemed pretty light but getting closer to the coast you could see the trees moving a bit. Organised, we headed out into a lumpy ocean from Hillarys. The breeze was doing better than forecast with the occasional whitecap rolling through. James though had been reading the measuring sticker and was asking about WA Dhufish and after answering his 20 questions he declared that was what he was going to catch.

We anchored up in about 16m of water after seeing a good show on the sounder and even though we were getting tossed around I rigged up an outfit for James and he sent it to the bottom. I hadn't even got my rig out of the rod holder when he claimed he was getting bites. Not long after he said he had a fish on! When I looked over the rod was bent over and leaning on the gunnel and I was sure he was caught on the bottom. I went to try and free the rod and felt some action on the end. He couldn't reel the fish in himself without falling overboard so I lifted while he wound and we worked as a team.

When it breaks the surface he sees his first Dhu and at 53cms although it was legal, I've heard stories of them shrinking so after a couple of pics we sent it back. We got our lines back in the water and not long after James called seasick so we packed up left. He was quite happy with the fact he caught the biggest fish of the day since I only got a wrasse! As soon as we were underway he was fine again so we motored back to the ramp happy.

This is going to look a bit silly but, can someone please tell me when the demersial fishing ban comes into being and, when does the ban on catching snapper in Cockburn sound come into force.
I've just been looking at the fisheries site and I can't see any reference to either.

If some one could post up a link it would be most appreciated, I hate getting old!

I have an old Garmin 172c that has died but Im chasing the use of a Garmin Data Card reader so I can transferr all my marks to a HDS

Would anyone have one to lend, rent rather than having to purchase for one for one use??

 Gday Fishwrecked crew,

Well just purchased a 660 Assassin hard top picking it up next week just a little bit happy. Only have to add a Sounder and GPS.

Was just going to get a Furuno sounder and a separate gps. But i am very impressed with the Simrad NSS 12 evo2, blown away by its capability.

I would like to hear from any of you if you have got one.

Look forward to your comments

Kind regards

Stoinka

GO EAGLES

Back at work now so my demersal season is over, finished off strong with ladt couple of Snapper dawn raids but. Got the two smaller ones on a solo session out from the cut the other week. After that session my anchor was stuck n had to cut it off.

Bugger now i had to find a dive buddy, wasnt hard went back the following week with some mates who were keen to fire their hooker up b4 the cray season so with them on the long hose n me + 1more on tanks we jumped in right on top of the anchor put a surface marker on it n had a look around, came acoss a couple of small snapper a small dhuie n other usual reef junk, i spotted a decent size blue grouper that took off in a hurry once he new i was eyeing him off. 

What really got me exsited though was the number of crays out there & they were all leagle size and up, i know were il be heading when i get home again thats for sure.

So with my anchor back i took the tinny back out the next day with another mate n managed three more decent Snapper for my final session of the season, biggest one went mid 80s. Found some thing ive never seen b4 in its guts too, a sea slug i swear those bloody things eat anything.

With the weather being perfect today I had to dust the boat off and get it wet. Due to commitments my boat has been mothballed for 6months, so with babysitters organised me and the missus planned a trip to Jurien. Had a week to plan check boat,engine even service all reels thought I had it all covered. Drop the tub in water at 5.30 this morning start motor turn on electrics all seems good, try to turn steering no joy cable is seized. Yay three hour drive home then another two removing cable. So I ask a question after having a boat in hibernation what are the checks that I or others have forgot? Hope every one else had a ripper day

Ok so far

I have

ring 4x4 rentals to see what it would cost

Book a cabin if I am going to stay in one, an decide on time I am going

Find out what gear I need to take in 4x4 with me for trip ?

tire inflaters etc etc... phone hell I dont know, Eperb ?? lol

Costs for fishing gear an what gear I need tot ake up there for what species. (not buy the flashy crap cos its "on sale".... again.

Driving upt here knowing if theres anythign I need to be aware of (Road trains) Animals on roads , that sorta thing.

Most of em I can do an have done, bar the cabin till I decide if I am gonna camp or not.  Most wild roads I have ever driven on is the Perth CBD Tunnel :D

So, an I over doing it, or am I spot on so far you think ?

 Can anyone recommend a good, but not too expensive, motor vehicle mechanic in the Craigie area?  I've been here for two years now and have been using Automasters, because it's literally just around the corner.  Although I am happy enough with their work, they do seem a bit on the pricey side.  Any suggestions will be appreciated.

And just so I'm not too far off-topic.  I went out early this morning from Hillarys.  Arrived at the ramp at 5.30 and could not purchase a parking ticket from any of the three machines.  Several other fishos had the same problem.  I left a note on the dash of the car and displayed my $8 in coins.  Thankfully, and credit to the rangers, I didn't receive a ticket.  I had a bit of a mixed day.  Anchored up on the 3 mile and things were a bit slow.  I think all the pinkies must have heard of the carryon down in Cockburn.  Finished up with a couple of nice black arse, a few decent skippy and three really nice leather jackets, which will go down well tonight.

Cheers

Baz

Hey guys,

Anybody got some advice on where to pick up cray pots cheap with the season fast approaching?

Can some one tell me how to add the youtube clip screen to a post rather than adding a link.

I have a video of our recent trip the the Montes i want to add.

Cheers

 hi, just wondering what is a good line class to be flicking lures and mulies at metro salmon, i want to go light using a 3000 size stradic fk. thanks

Has anyone got experience with replacing the carpet on trailer slides. Are there any trips or traps. Did you have someone else do it and if so what cost. 6.85m glass boat. Two slides about 3.3m long. Any suggestions appreciated. I live NOR.

 Hey everyone,

After 2 years trolling the forum I thought I'd join! I have tried my luck fishing Cockburn sound, Rottnest island, Hilary's and two rocks since getting my boat. I have however missed out on some pearler days as I did not have a deckie! 

I'm sure there are other boat owners here in the same boat, so if anyone's short a deckie for a day or night fish id like to know. Same goes for me if someone wants to jump on mine for a fish that's great!

I live around Scarborough so I generally launch Hilary's or two rocks( preferably when it isn't like it was on Monday!)

Thanks Trent

So, any advice for an Ex Tasmanian driving up into outback ?:) Gonna rent myself a decent 4X4 I think :eg NOT Turak tractor. But as for goign up there an what to expect there... Well. I am doing my homework, but there is no substitute for those whove been.

cheers.

 Headed out yesterday off Rockingham. Started off with a few nice KGS and undersize dhuies and snapper. At the last stop before home had the rod in the holder with bait. Headed up the front of the boat to have a look at the sounder, then the old boy calls out your ON! But before I could get back it was off. Pulled up and the bottom Snell was gone. Decided to drop down a pirate jig to entice her back and bang was straight back on again pulling string, then off again after around 5 secs. Pulled up to see one of the assist hooks straightened. Swapped to a haoli jig. Couple of twitches and on again pulled  fair amount string, just hoping it would stay connected. Third time lucky, still had the snelled hooks in its gob. Up popped this girl. Pretty happy for a first on jig.

Was out around 18nm more or less west of Ocean Reef on Saturday.

Came across a drifting, unmanned inflatable including outboard.  No other boats in sight.

It was still there when we came home and figured it was lost from Rotto, or maybe came loose from a boat towing it to Rotto, so I brought it home.  Would love the owner to claim it.

If it's you or somone you know, send me a PM with identifying features and it's yours.

Cheers