Yes, this sting was almost surely from a sea anemone. Sea anemones look like fleshy flowers and got their name from the European flower Anemone nemorosa, a poisonous, white-flowered plant that causes blisters. Closer to home is a similar plant, the Japanese anemone, Anemone hupehensis.
California Fishing License Basics. A basic 2010 California fishing license will run $41.50. This is required for residents 16 years of age or older. The license allows for the taking of fish, mollusks, crustaceans, invertebrates, amphibians or reptile in inland or ocean waters.
Ocean Beach Pier is one of the few places in San Diego where you can fish without a valid California fishing license. Half way out, there's a Cafe' and a tackle shop. To the north, the beach offers a designated area, Dog Beach, where dog owners can let their pets romp in the surf - Dog Beach is 24/7 off leash.