I can't give you specific details on what they were fishing for but a lot of fisherman do the surf cast thing. Check the DFG site for special hunts, as I know they have special hunts down in Southern California to thin deer herds etc. You can also drive up the coast to the San Luis Obispo regions for supposedly some of the best hog hunting in the nation (I've yet to try but have heard nothing but good things). Regarding additional fishing, there are lots of public and private lakes to fish in as well as plenty of boats that will take you off shore. I'm sure some of the other guys can help you out further.