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I began fishing [and working] the sportfishers in the late 70's and
a trip leaving early morning to the Coronados and returning at
night would run you $35 and perhaps another $35-40 in filets, food,
and tips. With inflation and the many [and often extreme]
regulations--and the multiple agencies a boat has to work with to
even go on a trip, a one day trip is often $200+.  Not to mention
food, tips, filets, and often a fuel surcharge--and US and Mexican
license.  That puts most recreational fishermen--like me--out of
offshore fishing. PERIOD. Already.  I left the State this year
because of the ridiculous over-regulation.  If I came to visit, the
only way I could fish would ve to look up old friends--and pay for
a passport.  Please don't starve most of the Captains and workers
out of business by yets more regulation-----Ones that they either
cannot meet or will force them into retirement.  And will make
offshore fishing in California a rich man's sport.