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I got to Otay early and was ready to fish as soon as it opened. As I pushed my float tube down the launch ramp, and into the water my feet slipped on the greasy algae, and I fell over backwards landing on my back and elbow. A guy named Joe saw me fall and kindly came over to help me up.

My shoulder and neck were protesting, but I figured I was already there, so I might as well fish. I fished for about 3 hours and managed 7 before my body couldn't take anymore. Nothing over 2 lbs. Would have been more fun, but even reeling in clones actually hurt.

I Spent all morning getting X-rays and CT scans because this morning I couldn't raise my arm or turn my head. Hopefully I didn't mess anything up too bad. Waiting for the doctor as I type this.

Anyways, watch that slippery algae out there, it'll reach out and get you when you least expect it.

So sorry to hear about your fall Dan. OUCH!
And you still stuck it out to fish...that is true dedication. And If reeling in clones hurt....dang you were in pain. I hope you are feeling better soon and with you a speedy
recovery buddy.

Damn! Good thing you didn’t slam your head in the ground. Way to tough it out

So sorry to hear Dan yeah the ramps at bay r really bad j st ramp on low tide I literary can’t get out water cause so slippery gotta stay low or crawl it sucks bummer buddy I hope everything is ok and u r able to get out there soon

Yes, glad it was not your head that you hit. Who said fishing is not a dangerous sport.
Heal up soon. The SD Lake budget is already in trouble and without you fishing it will crash in weeks=D