FISHING THE PACIFIC 



and another to signal the cessation of fishing. All kinds of 

 prizes were awarded. In May of every year a carnival was 

 held at San Rafael and was attended by upwards of thirty 

 thousand persons who went to talk about and listen to talks 

 about striped bass. 



These derbies and carnivals stimulate enormous interest in 

 the sport. A great deal of credit for much of this enthusiasm 

 must be given to the fishing editors of the San Francisco 

 newspapers, who follow the sport so closely that they are 

 able to supply the latest information and interpret it interest- 

 ingly. 



Standard surf tackle consists of 6Vi- or 7 Vi -foot rod tip, 

 regulation surf reel and 9- or 12 -thread line. For boat fishing 

 6-thread line with a 4-ounce tip is heavy enough and, for 

 trolling, 6-thread is used. For the utmost in sport, 3 -thread 

 with a 3- or 4-ounce is indicated. A 2 -foot leader of the light- 

 est piano wire should suffice, and any inexpensive reel will 

 take the largest fish. A star drag is not absolutely essential but 

 advisable. A 6/0 to 8/0 hook usually is employed. 



Flere's hoping all the great sportsmen of the State of Cali- 

 fornia will never tire of striped bass fishing! If you are plan- 

 ning a visit out there don't fail to give it priority on your 

 agenda. You will also find California hospitality second to 

 none. All the anglers traditionally go out of their way to help 

 you with advice and information in order that you may enjoy 

 your fishing and, above all, catch fish. 



There is fine salmon anghng off the Golden Gate trolling 

 deep with weights during several months, and the CaUfornia 

 enthusiasts go at this game in a big way when the run is on. 



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