Phenix Rods sponsored deep water trip to the islands today

Phenix Rods sponsored deep water trip to the islands today

by James Smith
8-17-2026
(510) 417-5557
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We had a Phenix Rods sponsored deep water trip to the islands today. Weather was flat and the lings were chewing to start out the day. We took full limits for all on board and moved off to the rockfish which also bit well.. limits of boat and headed back to dock by 330
 
There was a pair of rods given to top fish on board. Today was a bast! Big thanks to Vince Borges and Phenix rods!we will back out on the salmon grounds in the morning. We have room on New California Dawn for potluck.
 
Final count
56 ling cod (limits) to 25 pounds
260 rockfish (limits)
200 sand dabs
 
For reservations
(510)415557 or reserve online

The California Dawn operates out of Berkeley Marina. We are the the only boat in the bay area with a hot galley. If you would like to go fishing with us please call (510) 417-5557. For more information please visit our website www.californiadawn.com.


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