From the founder of 976-TUNA
Fishing. Travel.Adventure.
Daily Southern California fishing intel and stories from the helm with Phil Friedman.
From the founder of 976-TUNA
Fishing. Travel.Adventure.
Daily Southern California fishing intel and stories from the helm with Phil Friedman.
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Friedman Adventures Surf Fishing Festival — Saturday, Oct. 24, Sunset Beach. Free. Families Welcome. Spooky Good Time.
Get DirectionsCome hang with us. The next Friedman Adventures Surf Fishing Festival is Saturday, October 24, from 9 a.m. to 12 noon at the corner of Anderson Street and Pacific Coast Highway in Sunset Beach, California. Everyone is invited. This one is sponsored by Big Fish Bait and Tackle in Seal Beach — your surf fishing headquarters. These mornings are special. A lot of nice people and a lot of families come out just to enjoy the beach and a few hours of surf fishing with the Friedman Adventures crew. Some folks show up for a doughnut and coffee. Some come to meet the Venture Family. Some just want a walk on the sand. Some come for the raffle, which we will hold at 11:45 a.m. All of that is welcome. This is a free event. It has been a crazy El Niño year. You might hook a Sierra mackerel. Somebody might even surprise us with a roosterfish. We might see a sea turtle come ashore. None of that is a promise — but the ocean has been full of visitors, and that is part of the fun. One thing we can promise: we are going to have a really great time. Stop by Big Fish Bait and Tackle in Seal Beach first and pick up what you need for a good morning on the sand. Then come hang with the Friedman Adventures crew. And we are not going to discourage anyone from wearing a Halloween costume. Spooky good times await. Check http://friedmanadventures.com for Captain’s audios, landing and boat counts, bait availability, Friedman Adventures AI, the kids corner, and lots more. Friedman Adventures Surf Fishing Festival Saturday, October 24 9 a.m. to 12 noon Anderson St. & PCH, Sunset Beach, CA Free. Families welcome. Sponsored by Big Fish Bait and Tackle, Seal Beach. #FriedmanAdventures #SurfFishingFestival #SunsetBeach #SealBeach #BigFishBaitAndTackle #ElNino2026 #SoCalFishing #FamilyFishing #LeaveNoOneIndoors #Halloween
Fan Appreciation Day!
Get DirectionsOur chance to thank you for your great support throughout the year. Food, drinks, fun, raffles, and a Freedom open house. Come on down and have some fun.
Reminders
From Pinhead to Pioneer
Phil Friedman is a lifelong Southern California sportfishing veteran. He started at age 12 as a pinhead aboard the iconic Redondo Special, captained the Thunder Fish commercial boat, and in 1985 launched 976-TUNA — the groundbreaking service that revolutionized real-time fishing reports.
"From scrubbing decks as a kid to inspiring countless anglers — my love for the ocean has only grown."
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Frequently Asked Questions
The quick answers most visitors are looking for. Still stuck? Contact us.
Who is Phil Friedman?
Phil Friedman founded 976-TUNA in 1985 and has spent four decades reporting Southern California fishing. Friedman Adventures is his home for daily fishing intel, videos, travel, food, and stories from the helm.
How do I book a trip with Phil?
Head to the Charters page for current boats and destinations, or send a note through the Contact page and Phil's team will follow up with dates and pricing.
Where do the daily fish counts and bait reports come from?
Dock totals are pulled from landing reports each day, and bait receiver conditions are scraped from the receivers themselves. Both refresh automatically throughout the day.
Are the captain reports real?
Yes. Verified captains call in a voice report or submit a written one from the water. Every report shows whether it is a voice recording, a written report, or both.
What is UFC's Bite Club?
It is the free community for anglers who follow Phil. Members share catches, get exclusive updates, and appear on the Bite Club feed. Signing up takes under a minute.
Is Junior Crew free for kids?
Completely free. Junior Crew has fish guides, knot lessons, safety clinics, badges, and games built for young anglers, with no account required to start.
How do I install the app on my phone?
Tap the Install App button on this page. On Android it installs in one tap; on an iPhone, use Share then Add to Home Screen in Safari.
How do I get my event, boat, or business featured?
Reach out through the Contact page with the details. Sponsors and partners are listed on the Sponsors page, and community events show up on the Events calendar.
