Oakland Airport Sturgeon
It was a nice day enough. There was a mild wind forecast for the morning, so I decided to head out to the airport for some rest and relaxation. I decided it would be a solo trip. My fishing hombres were busy at work and enjoying life at Lake Berryessa.
Anticipation was low and expectations were lower –I just needed some water therapy.
The morning started slow. The tide moved out and exposed a small island of sand with curious sand shrimp holes. I put on the boots and pumped up a few shrimp for insurance. My dozen shrimp purchased at fish moms should do the trick, but not taking a chance I put some pumped shrimp in the bait tank.
I packed the yak and headed to the inside hole. The bait was thick on the top but nothing was interested on the bottom. There was the curious case of a few bumps but no nothing too hungry or interested.
The incoming tide cleared the water and moved the bait around; however the fish were still not interested. Incoming soon became slack and slack became outgoing.
Based on experience the start of the outgoing tends to be the best shot for them. My mind wandered to the teachings of sturgeon guru fisherman “Ariel sea”.
“Ariel, show me the way. I’ve been fishing for this stupid fish for 5 years. I don’t even know how they bite. I mean I’ve seen youtube videos but gesus…man. I must be doing something wrong”, speaking in a deflated voice.
“Keith, There are two types of hits. One, the nibble and second the runner. Swing for the fence at any tick and hold on to your pole if it’s a runner. ” Speaking confidently.
I swang for the fence and got the 62 incher last time…I want a runner runner.
I moved to the outside near the towering markers and anchored up. I spotted some massive bait balls and saw marks through the water column on the ff. The bottom had some “sturgeon” like marks so things looked up. Suddenly the pole gets thumped and starts to take line. I grab the pole, set the hook and MISSED!—Strike 1
I re-baited and got back to work.
Ten minutes pass and I get back to my routine. I looked down to check my phone when suddenly the tip of my pole doubles bends over and my clicker screams. I grab the pole and set the hook hard.
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RUNNER RUNNER!!
My reel rips off 200 yards of line before I can release the anchor. With the anchor released I chased down the mysterious fish dragging me south pass the markers.
“Please don’t let it be a Batray”
“Please don’t let it be a Batray”
as I prayed…
I faced the tip of my rod towards the direction of the running fish. My fishing line cuts the surface of the water 100 yards away as my sliding sinker bounced off the surface. As it got closer I saw the massive fish swimming gently on top of the surface.
STURGEON!!!
My heart raced as it dives under and peels off another 50 yards. I play it back to the boat before it send up the bubbles. In sturgeon language it means I give up and you got me.
I get real creative with netting it safely and getting a correct measurement. 52 inches and legal! I burn my first card!! Woooh!!
I clean up the gear and make my way back to the launch. Not a bad day at the airport. I suppose if I get delayed, I know where to go for my layover.
(Lost Anchovy w/ 52inch white sturgeon)
I am also kayaking and fishing lover. But i don’t recognize that fish. Can you please tell what is the name of this fish in your hand. This fish is really big.
It’s a sturgeon.
Thanks khoacn for telling the name of that fish.