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| Tuesday, 05 June 2007 | ||||
Sandringham Yacht Club Breakwall, Port Phillip BayAlthough nice and close to Black Rock and Ricketts Point, you don't often hear about Sandringham as a worthy kayak fishing destination. This surprises me a bit, because it really is a pretty convenient location, both for some land based fishing from the breakwall, or otherwise from boat or kayak within or beyond it. I share a connection with this place, as it lies within a stones throw distance from where I lived in Sandringham for near a decade, and is where I cut my teeth with kayak fishing. In fact, my main inspiration for taking up kayak fishing came after many hours fishing from the breakwall, all the while wishing that I had some way of getting just a bit further out to the patches of reef that are scattered arund the area - many of which play home to resident and seasonal pinky Snapper. Fishing around the Sandringham BreakwallWhenever strong winds prevail from the south, shelter can be found on the opposite side of the breakwall and you won't have to listen to Sam's bellowing from here. I've had less success with Aussie Salmon here, but have encountered them on odd days. Flathead and Sting Rays are more frequent, however, as are Whiting in various patches. Protection can also be found on the inner side of the breakwall, where Flathead, Salmon and Pinkie Snapper will often be found.It needs to be mentioned that although paddling around the moored boats seems to be kosher enough, consideration does need to be paid to them. Always give boats plenty of room to pass and always remain aware of your position in relation to any other boat. And for god’s sake, be careful flicking lures around - most of these guys are filthy rich and wouldn't appreciate lead weights crashing into their prized possessions of the sea. Beyond the breakwall the fishing can also be pretty spectacular on the right day - especially when the Salmon show up, or the pinkies get active. Flathead is the most reliable of target species in the general area and Whiting are often sought closer in to shore. Generally speaking, fishing around the breakwall can be a hit and miss affair. I've probably experienced as many fishless days as I have otherwise, although the productive days were usually especially so. The samboes move in and out with irregular frequency and the Snapper and Flathead definitely become more active in the warmer months. Typically Sandringham will fish better with oncoming westerlies - especially fishing for Snapper from outside the breakwall (particularly after a heavy west/south westerly-blowing gale). Of course, the golden rules of dawn, dusk and tide changes also seem to apply for best results. Berley can be particularly effective in the area if a little thought is put into the deployment strategy.  Caught at Fawkner Beacon As with kayak fishing within the breakwall, caution needs to be applied outside of it as well. On certain days this area can become enveloped by wind surfers and many of them seem to think they always have right of way. Watch your back when they get anywhere near you, and watch where your lines are dangling. Sandringham Breakwall SummaryWith easy access and close proximity to the Melbourne masses, the Sandringham breakwall really does have a lot to offer to kayak and land-bound anglers. On the right day the fishing can be surprisingly good here. In times of rough weather, the breakwall can be a godsend for anyone busting to scratch their kayak-fishing itch. And having a laugh at Sam's expense (I saw him there most Mondays) is just as funny here as it is on TV. Keep an eye out for Dolphins out this way, as they tend to show up often.
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