It isn't just the sea lions it's the seals as well. I have fished the sound for 25 years and until about eight years ago there wasn't much of a problem with the things. It's got so bad at Possession and Pt no Pt that they literally follow your boat like a herd of cattle. As soon as a fish hits your line they all dive. Some days are so bad it's best just to quit fishing vs feeding all your fish the damn things. They have also got to where they hide under your boat and wait for you to release shakers and then dart out and nail them as they swim away. They are just as much a problem for moochers as trollers. If anybody knows a sure fire way to deal with them let me know.