Bay Area Guided Poke Pole Fishing and Coastal Foraging Fishing Trip - DURASNARE

Join us for an action-packed, hands-on coastal experience with our Guided Poke Pole and Coastal Foraging Fishing Trip! Learn how to poke pole for eels and rockfish harvest for mussels, sea urchins and rock crabs in the San Francisco Bay Area. Perfect for beginners, this 3-hour session will teach you the proven techniques of catching Monkeyface Prickleback Eels, various species of Rockfish, Mussels and Sea Urchins-all while enjoying the beauty of the Pacific coast.

A CALIFORNIA FISHING LICENSE AND WADERS ARE REQUIRED TO ATTEND THIS GUIDED FISHING TRIP. IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO BRING BOTH ITEMS MENTIONED ABOVE ON THE DATE OF YOUR TRIP. 

What is included:

• All loaner gear provided –  Poke poles, bait, buckets, catch bag, gloves & more
• Personalized instruction from experienced guides who live and breathe coastal foraging. 
• 3 hours of guided action from start to finish—no prior experience needed
• Tips & tricks to legally, safely, and efficiently target Monkeyface Eel and Rockfish from the tidepools
• High Quality Photos and GoPro video footage included 
  

 What You’ll Learn:

• Where and how to effectively use a poke pole
• Identifying rock structures that will hold fish and how to navigate them
• How to identify legal-sized and species-appropriate rockfish
• Best baiting strategies and timing for peak results
• Harvesting shellfish by hand 
• Coastal safety and ethical harvesting practices
  

 Species We Target:

• Monkeyface Prickleback Eel – A prized local delicacy, known for its firm texture and rich flavor. Found hiding in rocky crevices along the coast.
• Rockfish – A popular nearshore species with mild, flaky white meat—perfect for tacos, grilling, or pan-frying.
• Sea Urchin (Uni) Half Moon Bay Location ONLY - Considered a delicacy in Japanese and Mediterranean cuisine, uni has a rich, creamy, and slightly sweet, briny flavor and a smooth, buttery texture. 
• Mussels Half Moon Bay Location ONLY - Nutritious, bivalve mollusks with a slightly sweet, ocean flavor, known for being rich in protein, omega-3s, vitamins, and minerals, while low in fat

Guided Trip Location Options:

• Pacifica, CA 
• Half Moon Bay, CA

Please note: Trip poke pole fishing dates are extremely limited and times will vary based on tide conditions and weather forecasts to ensure the best and safest experience possible. 

IMPORTANT:

• Participants must be in good physical condition. This trip involves physically demanding activity, including walking on uneven terrain, hopping, jumping, climbing or wading in tidepools. For your safety and the safety of others, all attendees should be able to move confidently and independently in these conditions. If you have mobility limitations or health concerns, please contact us before booking.
• All participants must agree to and complete a waiver and release of liability form prior to the start of the trip. This is mandatory for participation and will be provided by Durasnare staff during the scheduling process.
• Each purchase covers one participant. If you have additional guests attending or plan to gift this experience, please increase the quantity for each additional person.

Whether you're looking for an exciting outdoor activity, trying something new with friends, or learning skills to feed your family from the sea, this trip offers unforgettable memories and real results.

Spaces are limited—book your spot now and come poke pole with the best in the game!