First Time Offshore Fishing. A Beginner’s Guide to a Full Day at the Channel Islands

First Time Offshore Fishing. A Beginner’s Guide to a Full Day at the Channel Islands

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Publish Date:
29 January, 2026
Category:
Fishing Tips
Video License
Standard License
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Youtube

This video is a simple, honest introduction to what a full day offshore fishing trip looks like for first timers at the Channel Islands out of Ventura California.

If you have never done an offshore trip before, this walkthrough shows the flow of the day from start to finish. No deep tactics. No highlight reel. Just the basics so you know what to expect before you step on the boat.

What this video covers.

Checking in at the landing and signing waivers

Boarding the boat and getting settled

Picking up bait at the bait barge

Listening to the crew briefing and safety talk

Fishing throughout the day

Dealing with tangles and learning boat etiquette

Fish processing by the crew

Settling your galley tab

Disembarking at the end of the trip

This video is for anyone planning their first offshore fishing trip and wanting to feel prepared instead of overwhelmed.

This channel focuses on real fishing experiences and helping new anglers understand the process before they ever leave the dock.

Subscribe if you want practical fishing content that makes your first trips easier and more enjoyable.

Comment below if you are planning your first offshore trip or if you remember what surprised you most on your first day fishing offshore.