Sole-Man Sportfishing - Experiences and Transformation for San Francisco Youth.

Welcome back to the Outdoor Adventure Series! In today’s episode, we sit down with Captain Don "Sole-Man" Franklin, a longtime San Francisco Bay fishing guide and the heart behind Sole-Man Sportfishing. Don has been fishing the San Francisco waters for over 41 years and has spent the last 14 leading unforgettable charters from iconic Fisherman's Wharf.

During their conversation, Don shares his journey from childhood fishing trips with his father to running one of the Bay Area’s top fishing operations. He reflects on the lifelong passion that steered him toward the water, the evolution of SF’s fishing scene, and the joy of teaching the next generation of anglers through innovative youth fishing camps sponsored by the San Francisco Recreation & Parks. 

DISCUSSION

04:35 Discovering Passion for Fishing

07:20 Fishing Adventures with My Dad

12:20 Recreation and Police Youth Program Merge

13:46 Later Start Boosts Day Camp Success

17:58 "Safe Boating Basics for Beginners"

21:11 No Knives for Kids Policy

24:05 Exploring Don's Website and Instagram

28:23 Joyful Experiences and Sharing

32:39 Fishing Passion: A Lifelong Journey

37:53 Whales Breaching Near San Francisco

39:57 Sole-Man Fishing Adventures

LEARN MORE

To learn more about Captain Don and Sole-Man Sportfishing, visit his website at https://solemanfishing.com or on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/solemanfishing.

To learn about the Rods & Reels Camp, visit San Francisco Recreation & Parks for more information and current camp opportunities.

NEXT STEPS

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KEYWORDS

Captain Don Franklin, Sole-Man Fishing, Fisherman's Wharf, Howard Fox, Outdoor Adventure Series, Podcast Interview

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