Shane,
Allow me to correct any misconception. If the west ramp is opened (to the public) by the park then it is legal to fish there! But IF THE PARK IS NOT OPEN YET then it is illegal to fish.
This is NOT a small issue as you stated above. A rules violation is a rules violation and if someone breaks a rule in any tournament, contest derby ect there are consequenses. In this case ANY rules violation will result in a DQ.
You know how much I had struggled with DQ'ing these guys (I spoke with you on the phone), but both guys knew thew were in the park before hours and one guy had 5 fish for 49.4 lbs before park opened (by his own admission to me). I know these guys are good sticks and one of those guys could take the whole weight thing, but they have to obey the rules (see rule #1 on the rules sheet).
I know the flyer states under the dates "sunrise to sunset hours" Everyone should know that means PARK HOURS, Next year (if there is one) we will be very specific on the hours. I would like to think that fishermen are courtious and self policing, however I am finding out this is not the case.
This derby is something that is Given to you guys by the Friends of Castaic Lake, you are not having to pay an entry fee, just fish and weigh in thats all. There are some great prizes at stake here for free! If anyone wants to cheat we/you/all of us should NOT want them involved. Its that simple.
If there are any questions call me I will set the record straight!
David Jarrell
661-702-9771