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| Around 10% of the world's total fish species can be found just within the Great Barrier Reef. |
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| Starfish can re-grow their arms. In fact, a single arm can regenerate a whole body. |
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| Not all animals with the word fish in their names count as fish. |
| Though their names may suggest otherwise, cuttlefish, starfish, and jellyfish aren’t actually fish. Generally-speaking, fishes must have skulls, gills, and fins. Surprisingly, though, not all fishes have proper spines. |
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| In three decades, the world's oceans will contain more discarded plastic than fish when measured by weight, researchers say. |
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| As of 2020, there were 34,000 known fish species around world. That’s more than the number of species in all other vertebrates: birds, reptiles, mammals, and amphibians combined. |
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| Just how man species of fish are there? |
| As of 2020, there were 34,000 known fish species around world. That’s more than the number of species in all other vertebrates: birds, reptiles, mammals, and amphibians combined. |
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| Even Catfish are finicky |
| Taste Buds ? Catfish have a more refined sense of flavor than humans. Our 10,000 taste buds may seem like a lot, but catfish can have as many as 175,000. This helps them find the exact location of their next meal. |
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| My brother has 2 German Shepherds named Rolex and Timex. You guessed it they are Watch Dogs. |
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Feb 16, 2006; 08:16PM - Tofino B.C. Spring Steelhead and Chinook Salmon
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Category: [other]
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Author Name: Jay Mohl
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Tofino, B.C. Spring Steelhead and Chinook Salmon
After the continuous storms and extreme wet weather in the Tofino B.C. area on Vancouver Island's west coast, things are looking a lot more like spring time is getting closer.
There is no doubt that the recent moisture and cool weather combined, have been beneficial for the coastal mountains of Vancouver Island. Whether your concern is for Salmon fry survival in the small coastal streams, or for a potential shortage in the water supply for Tofino's busy tourism economy, the healthy looking snow pack is a welcoming site.
A recent day Steelhead fishing on a Vancouver Island river was fantastic all around. The need for sunglasses in February, and releasing bright wild Steelhead has a way of reviving (and drying out) the senses after a long stretch of wet winter. Gear of choice for the day to match clear water conditions was #2 silver Colorado Blade on a long 8 lb. leader, and a #2 purple articulate egg leech fished with a 250 gr. Head with my 7/8 wt. two hander. Most river levels have dropped down to beautiful conditions, allowing for bank and boat access for many anglers, and as most know, February is a prime month for winter Steelhead on most Vancouver Island river systems. The smaller west draining systems along the outer coast of Vancouver Island usually see the main Steelhead runs returning in conjunction with spring time snow melt and run-off, often in mid March through late April. This is always the best opportunity to connect with fresh spring Steelhead on the fly in the Tofino area.
Ironically, this same time is usually the real start of great saltwater fishing opportunities for Halibut and Chinook Salmon on Vancouver Island's west coast. Some local anglers refuse to wait it out for another month, and have been fishing the protected inshore waters of Tofino/Clayoquot Sound for scrappy winter Chinook in the 6-25lb. range. There have been very few windows of opportunity to fish the offshore waters from Tofino, but these great fishing areas will be more and more accessible with each passing week as we escape the winter storm season. This weeks forecast looks to provide some access for offshore fishing for Chinook and Halibut, so check with us at www.tofinofishing.com for updates.
The Herring are starting to show up in the traditional inlet areas of Clayoquot Sound, and the Chinook salmon and Halibut will be following this main food source through their spawning cycle.
For great springtime Steelhead, Halibut and Chinook salmon opportunities, check out Vancouver Island's west coast. Consider www.tofinofishing.com as your reliable resource for planning your next trip.
Clayoquot Ventures Guide Service
Tofino, B.C.
www.tofinofishing.com
1-888-5FISHBC
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Feb 13, 2006; 11:12AM - Cabo Bite Report
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Category: Mexico Cabo San Lucas
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Author Name: George Landrum
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FLY HOOKER SPORTFISHING
Captain George Landrum
gmlandrum@hotmail.com
www.flyhooker.com
Cabo Fish Report
Feb. 6-12, 2006
WEATHER: Once again we had a great week of good weather. Our daytime highs were around 80 degrees all week while our nighttime lows were right at 60 degrees. Clear skies and sunny conditions made it a great week to be here.
WATER: The warmer water this week was on the Pacific side but the mass had moved back off shore. At the end of the previous week the water was 73 degrees all the way to the beach on the Pacific. As the week moved on this warm water started to move back to the west, and at the end of the week it had cooled a bit to 72 degrees and moved out to the west of the San Jaime Bank. To our immediate south the water was a very cool 65 degrees and pea soup green as well. This is a plume of water about 20 miles wide starting 8 miles off the arch and extending 30 miles to the south. On the Cortez side of the cape the water started to clear up a bit with water to 68 degrees moving in to the Cabrillo Seamount, Gordo Banks, the 1150 Spot and the 95 Spot.
BAIT: Bait was a little scarce this week and unless you were one of the first boats out, you might have had a bit of trouble getting any. Most of what was available was Caballito at the usual $2 per bait. A lot of boats tried to make their own bait on the grounds, but where there had been good concentrations of Mackerel at the Golden Gate, the bait had disappeared.
FISHING:
BILLFISH: It was a frustrating week for anglers targeting Billfish, as there were few to be found until the end of the week. The concentrations of Striped Marlin that had been at the Golden Gate Banks totally disappeared and there were only a few fish found scattered across the banks on the Pacific side. As the water blued up on the Cortez side the Striped Marlin started to show at the 95 Spot at the end of the week. One to three fish per boat seemed to be the average and the best luck was had on live bait thrown to tailing fish. While there were fish every day, the bite seemed to be on-off with every day producing different results.
YELLOWFIN TUNA: Not the fish of the week. There were footballs in the 10 pound class outside of the San Jaime banks and 30 miles to the south of the Cape. These fish were associated with Porpoise and they moved right on through, not staying long enough to be able to find them the next day. That was just about the extent of the Tuna action for us this week, though there were some nice fish seen popping occasionally at the San Jaime Bank. A few guys are going to try and sit on the hook and chunk for them this week, I’ll let you know the results next week.
DORADO: This week is a repeat of last week. There were a few Dorado found this week and it was floating debris that helped the boats find fish. I saw one boat come in with one rigger loaded with Tuna flags and the other rigger loaded with Dorado flags and found out from the anglers that they had found a piece of wood 26 miles to the southwest loaded with Dorado to 20 pounds and football Yellowfin. Another boat found a plastic bucket that was loaded with nice Dorado and a couple of Wahoo. Everyone was keeping their eyes open for anything floating in the water!
WAHOO: There were only a few Wahoo reported this week and they were associated with the floating debris mentioned above.
INSHORE: Large swells on the Pacific side made it difficult to get in close to the rocks to fish for the Pargo concentrations and while frustrating for most fishermen, it is probable a good thing for the fish. These springtime concentrations are spawning groups and it makes me worry for our local population in future years when so many fish are taken. There was still a fair bite for Sierra and on the Cortez side there was some luck with Yellowtail and scattered rockfish for guys using live bait on the bottom.
NOTES: Another slow week overall, but it looks as if things might begin to improve soon on the billfish front. Everything else is a crapshoot right now. This weeks report was written to the music of Mark Knopfler on his 2004 Universal/Mercury release “Shangri-La”
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Feb 12, 2006; 09:25AM - Current Guatemala Fishing Conditions
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Category: Guatemala Sport Fishing
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Author Name: Les Kagel
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This fishing report for week ending 02-10-06 is
prepared by The Great Sailfishing Company which
operates out of the new Pez Vela Marina,Guatemala.The blue water for this week is still averaging between 12 to as far as 30 miles,with calm days and mild seas at the start of the week which turned to gusty winds with choppy seas Wednesday,Thursday and Friday.This week started out with most boats boating sails on conventional tackle in the high teens to low 30's and fly fisher-persons in the 2 to 8 sails per day range. Thursday and Friday saw a decline due to choppy seas and green water.We at the Great Sailfishing Company had three parties of fly-fisherman / conventional fishermen.The Cowen pary fishing on our boat the Joint Venture,35ft.Bertram, boated 60 sails over 3 days along with a few nice size dorado.For more information,please e-mail us at greatsailfishing@yahoo.com or visit our web-site at http://www.greatsailfish.com
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Feb 6, 2006; 04:56PM - Ixtapa Zihuatanejo Sportfishing report 1-27-06 to 2-3-06
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Category: Mexico Ixtapa Zihuatanejo
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Author Name: Stan Lushinsky
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Lots of fishing activity was reported last week in Ixtapa Zihuatanejo as the historical stats indicate a prime time for Pacific Sailfish. Captain Chiro aboard the Bloody Hook reported 2 SAILFISH in 1 day for the Gary Berkholtz group and a 4 SAILFISH day angler Mr James. Mr Berkoltz's group also fishing aboard the Marea Azul and Illusion landed 4 more SAILFISH Captain Chiro also fished 5 days with retruning fly angler Mr Jerry Wendrovsky raising 22 SAILFISH transferring 7 to the fly hooking all 7 and landing 2. Mr Wendrovsky also reported raising an estimated 250 lb. BLue Marlin that would not make the transfer to his fly. Mr. Wendrovsky also ventured south for an inshore shot at a Rooster on a fly with Captain Hiram on the La Hawaiiana. The duo found a school of big roosterfish in the 50 lb class feeding a bit offshore and got one to crash the fly. The shock tippet abraided by one of the diving frigate birds caused the fish to break off. Our annual fly fishing group led by Mr Russ Hampton fishing 7 days aboard the super pangas, Janeth, Llamarada, Secuestro, Marfel, Angler, Grand Jefe , Dos Hermanos 2, Zapatito Gordo. Sailfish and Monica raised 182 SAILFISH incuding 8 Blue Marlin, Many fish were transferred and hooked but only 18 were successfully landed and released. Our fly anglers reported sluggish activity from the SAILFISH as the water temps were a bit on the lower than normal side which is also indicative by the number of marlin raised this year. Captain Adolofo on the Dos Hermanos 1 fishing with Returning angler Tim Hoare from London reported 14 SAILFISH, 11 YELLOWFIN TUNA, 1 DORADO and 15 JACKS. FInishing the week with Mr Hoare Captain Adolofo repoted the Zihua Grand SLam Landing a SAILFISH, BLUE MARLIN, DORADO and a YELLOWFIN TUNA in a single day. Captain Adolofo also fishing with Angler Bob Simon landed 7 SAILFISH in 2 days of fishing. Captain Candelerio aboard the Leydy fishing 2 days with European Angler Mr SOualssol landed 4 SAILFISH and 1 DORADO. Captain Jose on the La Bamba reported 3 SAILFISH and 4 DORADO in 4 days for Angler MR Thorn. Captain Gilberto on the Moramay reported 7 SAILFISH and 2 DORADO for Returning angler Mr Doug Clark. Captain Morales on the Vamonos 1 and captain Javier on the Marlin Azul reported 12 SAILFISH, 1 BLUE MARLIN and 2 DORADOS in 3 days with Mr Adams Group. Captain Arturo on the Janeth posted 4 SAILFISH and 2 YELLOWTAIL JACKS in 2 days of fishing for angler Mr Smart. Offshore conditions continue to change with the blue water and most of the action occurring between 20 - 25 miles offshore. By week's end the action picked up and came closer to shore ( Inside 7 miles.) Late February into March and April has historically been our BIG FISH months for Marlin and Tuna. Please call our office for availability.
Ixtapa Zihuatanejo weather: Sunny with temps reaching 100 Degrees
Sea Conditions: Calm
Bait Supply: Good.
Sincerely,
Stan Lushinsky
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Feb 6, 2006; 12:42PM - Cabo Bite Report
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Category: Mexico Cabo San Lucas
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Author Name: George Landrum
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FLY HOOKER SPORTFISHING
Captain George Landrum
gmlandrum@hotmail.com
www.flyhooker.com
Cabo Fish Report
Jan 30-Feb. 5, 2006
WEATHER: Daytime highs in the low 80’s and nighttime lows right around 60 degrees had us smiling this week. The wind was light so even with the lows at 60, you often didn’t need a light jacket. We had just a scattering of clouds overhead and no large mass move through so we really had a wonderful week weather wise.
WATER: There was basically no change in the water conditions this week from what we experienced last week. The only thing that differed was the slow approach of the warm 73-degree water from the west, at the end of the week it had pushed up against the shore on the Pacific side. We still have cold green water on the Cortez side of the Cape with the water from Gorda Bank and to the south at 67-68 degrees. South of us and out to 60 miles on the Pacific side it warms to 73 degrees and is a little off-color but mostly blue. You know the water is good when there are plenty of flying fish to be seen, and that is the case once you get about 25 miles out to the southwest.
BAIT: Most of the bait available this week was Caballito but there were some mackerel if you were early to the bait boats. The price was the normal $2 per bait.
FISHING:
BILLFISH: Striped Marlin continued to be the only billfish available and the bite definitely dropped off this week for most of the fleet. Golden Gate Bank still produced a few fish for boats dropping bait deep, but it appeared that the fishermen trolling lures might have had the better luck. Reports were that lures in blue/black were bringing fish into the patterns and that about 60% of the fish brought up were striking the lures. About 20% were opting for live bait dropped back to them. A good day brought a Marlin to the boat and a few boats had exceptional fishing considering the slow bite with up to five releases a day.
YELLOWFIN TUNA: The Tuna bite that we thought might start at the San Jaime last week got the ka-bosh put on it by the Purse Seiners. Several super Seiners were observed wrapping dolphin and tuna with one seiner including a 70’ sport fisherman in the wrap. The captain says he has some good pictures of the seiner and the mangling of the porpoise as they worked the wrap. I hope to get a chance to see it soon. With that happening at the San Jaime, many boats cruised farther offshore in search of fish and a few boats got lucky 50 miles out with fish in the 50-60 pound class. The fish were moving right along though, and were not there the next day. There were reports of some very nice fish in the 100 class popping up occasionally on the Golden Gate but they were hard to fool into biting. One boat reported getting a fish that weighed #190 on a cedar plug; they had the hook almost straighten out on them during the fight.
DORADO: There were a few Dorado found this week and it was floating debris that helped the boats find fish. I saw one boat come in with one rigger loaded with Tuna flags and the other rigger loaded with Dorado flags and found out from the anglers that they had found a piece of wood 26 miles to the southwest loaded with Dorado to 20 pounds and football Yellowfin.
WAHOO: I did not hear work of any Wahoo this week.
INSHORE: Inshore is a repeat of last week with the exception of the number of boats working the concentrations of fish. At some of the rocky points it looked like a parking lot! The Sierra and Pargo bite was still on and the Pangas were having a great time with Sierra to 10 pounds and Pargo to 30 pounds just off the beach. Live bait for both species worked best but there was also good action for the Pargo by using large, deep diving Rapallas. Best action was seen from the lighthouse on the Pacific side and to the north of there. The best Sierra bite was a little farther off the beach than last week with most of the action taking place in 50’ of water.
NOTES: In brief, slow offshore action but some great inshore fishing this week. I guess we will just have to wait for next year for the Seahawks to win the Super bowl. This weeks report was written to the sounds of the Dave Matthews Band on their 2005 RCA release “American Baby”.
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Feb 6, 2006; 01:22AM - Awesome live bait tuna fishing in Louisiana
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Category: Louisiana
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Author Name: Capt. Scott Avanzino
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We have been running hard in all sea conditions in fact we have been out all but 6 days in the last 3 and a half weeks with anywhere from 1-4 of our boats..this leaves just enough time restock, repair, make a dozen or two phone calls and little time for posting results let along complete reports...suffice it to say that the fishing has been very consitent for us all but early part of last week when the fish dissapeared from our wakes and fishboxes for two days. I got my first skunk of '06 not counitng kingfish or bonita..We are still very excited abpout the 229 pound yellowfin we caught 2 weeks ago and the big fish still abound..in the last stretch we have had at least one fish over 150 pounds each day between the three of us; still after 4 weeks of messy cockpit and infected lump related cuts; chumming, despite its obvious effectiveness is quickly losing appeal among the Paradise faithful..I have been opting to sell my customers on a tuna hunt instead..we are bypassing the stand overlooking the cornfeeder on the lease with high fences for a more rewarding and challenging 8 hours..we are learning that it is much more fulfilling to blaze our own trail and look for sign..last two trips we hiked a good distance from the pack and it has paid off handsomely..in fact Darryl and I were doubled up last trip out on two slobs with all strikes coming off the kite bait at close range; his best was 181 and my best was 179..still with great tuna bites, I am readily awaiting a wahoo resurgence..I have included the highlight reel in the photo section and for the sake of repetition and space reserved the daily reports for our homepage...Island life is still great as well..its going to be hard to leave this spring..who knows maybe we wont..Until Tuesday..Paradise Outfitters - 888-FISHWUS (1-888-347-4987)
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Jan 31, 2006; 08:44PM - Ixtapa Zihuatanejo fishing report 1-20-06 to 1-27-06
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Category: Mexico Ixtapa Zihuatanejo
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Author Name: Stan Lushinsky
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The full moon caused a high tide and strong winds made conditions early in the week difficult. Some below average catches, for this time of year, were posted during the week. Captain Chiro aboard the Bloody Hook reported the single best day landing 6 Sailfish for clients of the Gary Burkholtz Group who also fished two days aboard the Marea Azul and Illusion landing 4 additional SAILFISH. Captain Chiro also reported a 3 Sailfish, 1 Dorado day for angler Mr Jim Pex. Returning angler Mr Herndon fly fishing 2 days aborad the Bloody Hook landed 2 SAILFISH and had just 1 other shot. Captain Jose on the La Bamba reported a 2 SAILFISH day for angler Mr Layland and managed 1 SAILFISH and 1 DORADO in 2 days for returning angler Mr Thorn. Captain Ruben on the Vamonos 1 reported a 4 SAILFISH 1 DORADO day for angler Mr Tado. European angler Mr Senouf fishing aboard the super panga Zapatito Gordo for 2 days landed 4 SAILFISH and 1 Dorado. Captain Adolofo Reported an absence of Roosterfish this week but put his client Mr Canierie into some very good Yellowtail Jack action landing 22 in two days. Fishing 4 offshore days with returning angler Mr Dan Walden Captain Adolofo reported 9 SAILFISH releasing 5, 1 DORADO, and 2 YELLOWFIN TUNA. Our boats fishing the Puerrtto VIncentee Guerrero area also noticed the absence of ROOSTERS this week but a strong showing of Jacks. Captain Temo on the Secuestro, Captain Arturo on the Janeth Captain Luis on the Gran Jefe and Captain Cheva on the Dos Hermanos 2 combined for a total of 91 JACKS and a handful of Bonitos. Captain Cheva fishing with returning angler form England Mr Tim Hoare reported 5 SAILFISH in 2 days. Overall, this year continues to follow anything but normal patterns. Some Marlin were reported as well.
Ixtapa Zihuatanejo Weather: A bit windy, Sunny Days highs in the upper 80's
Sea COnditions: Moderate
Bait Supply: Fair
Sincerely,
Stan Lushinsky
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Jan 31, 2006; 03:07PM - Schooling Peacocks
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Category: Fly Fishing
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Author Name: Stan Wright
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What a difference 4 days and a 4 degree rise in water temperature can make. The peacock bass were chasing shad on the surface all around the boat.
In every direction the water boiled with feeding fish. We were getting strikes and chases on almost every cast.
Chris and I started fishing at 4:00 pm. The water temperature was 74 degrees. For weeks the fishing had been slow. Peacock Bass are tropical fish and totally shut down when the water temp. drops below 70.
I was using a 5wt fly rod with a small chartreuse/white Clouser. Chris had his ultra-light spinning rod loaded with 2# test line and was tossing a 2 inch Senko.
Pink, White, Green, or Tan, color didn't seem to matter.
The tukes (peacock bass) ranged in size from 8 to 15 inches. Less than 2 pounds. They were fat and healthy fish, striking hard and fighting all the way to the boat. The perfect size for our ultra-light tackle.
When the sun set, their feeding ceased. I was ready for a rest from the constant action. I don't know how many fish we landed, well over 25 I guess.
More important, I was fishing with my son and we got some nice pictures to remember our special time together.
Aloha,
Stan
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Jan 30, 2006; 01:02PM - Fishing Tofino B.C. Canada
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Category: Canada
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Author Name: Jay Mohl
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Tofino, B.C. Fishing Outlook 2006
The early season months are always welcomed on the West Coast of Vancouver Island, when there are often numerous reminders of the wet coastal winter loosening its grasp, promoting more spring-like conditions and activities.
Many people will be preparing their boats and gear for the season ahead, while there are some keen local anglers that have done these preparations during the quieter winter months, and have been out on the water enjoying some great early season fishing opportunities. Currently, fishing for Chinook salmon in the Tofino area waters has been quite limited to breaks in the weather. The protected waters of Sydney inlet near Hot Springs Cove is a great early season consideration. The close proximity to the open ocean helps influence bait-fish, and the following Salmon and Halibut to arrive, but not always depart with tidal flows. This is just one area in the Tofino-Clayoquot Sound area that provides good inshore fishing for Chinook salmon and Halibut from January through late May. Trolling 90-110 feet deep with anchovies or medium Herring is the gear of choice for both species.
As an outlook for the 2006 fishing season in the Tofino-Clayoquot Sound area, anglers can expect good early season action for Chinook salmon and Halibut among the baitfish rich banks offshore from Tofino. This same bank system extends along our outer coastline, well past Ucluelet. It has been very common over the past few years for anglers from Tofino and Ucluelet to congregate in the same locations on this prolific bank system. Fishing at Tofino's Portland or Raphael pts, in 140-160 ft. of water, your efforts are often rewarded. Chinook Salmon in the 14-25 lb. range are most often enticed by Anchovies, Herring, Hoochies or large spoons and plugs. Halibut are consistently found along these same banks, attracted by the vast schools of Needlefish and Sardines that have helped slow the Chinook salmon from their migration. Halibut fishing success is often attributed to reading tides and charts, and fresh bait such as Octopus, Sardines, Salmon belly or the artificial Berkley power Grub.
As the 2006 season progresses to early summer, the Tofino area will once again see a strong return of Chinook and Coho Salmon to both inshore, and open offshore waters. This time of the season always provides reliable Bottom fishing, as well as inshore Fly fishing opportunities that continue through late September. Clayoquot Sound has been the main stage for the growing sport of catching ocean salmon on the fly, and is a great option for all. Whether you are a beginner, or an ardent angler, this exciting fishery allows ample space and enjoyment in one of the most pristine locals for a popular fishery.
The last stretch of the summer season will provide the best opportunities for Chinook in the “Tyee” class, with the 2006 outlook for hatchery origin Springs forecast to be abundant. The islands and reefs that scatter along the outer coastline are the traveling and feeding corridors for these maturing Salmon. Consider trying the Tofino area Hot Spots like Wilf Rock, Blundan Island or Tree Island. During the past few years, the offshore areas have consistently produced the “Slabs” as well.
Anchovies or Medium Herring 6-7 ft. behind a flasher will often be the gear of choice. Many anglers have also been relying on 7 inch Tomic plugs, and spoons like Oki’s Titan, or Gibb’s Gator in glow patterns.
The late season months of September thru November deserves consideration, as there are great opportunities for the largest Coho Salmon of the season. Anglers visiting the area to experience this great fishery do not require a large boat or to travel great distances. You should consider that this time of the year still provides great offshore action for Halibut and Bottom fish, as well as a strong outlook for Chum Salmon, usually starting in October.
For local information, charters and appropriate gear, stop by and see us at Tofino’s main fishing resource, Jay’s Fly and Tackle.
Submitted by Jay Mohl
Clayoquot Ventures ltd.
www.tofinofishing.com
jay@tofinofishing.com
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Jan 30, 2006; 12:26PM - Cabo Bite Report
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Category: Mexico Cabo San Lucas
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Author Name: George Landrum
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FLY HOOKER SPORTFISHING
Captain George Landrum
gmlandrum@hotmail.com
www.flyhooker.com
Cabo Fish Report
Jan 23-29, 2006
WEATHER: All the way through Wednesday we had great weather here with sunny skies and temperatures in the low 80’s during the daytime and in the mid 60’s at night. Wednesday evening the clouds started moving in and early Thursday morning the wind started to blow as a front moved through the area. At right around 5 AM the rain started and we had a good downpour for an hour, then it just drizzled all the way through Saturday morning. The rain was just right, not so heavy that it washed things out and long enough that everything got a good soaking. I imagine that the desert will be extremely colorful in about two weeks! At the end of the week we have partly cloudy skies with daytime highs in the high 70’s and nighttime lows around 60 degrees.
WATER: We still have cold green water on the Cortez side of the Cape with the water from Gorda Bank and to the south at 67-68 degrees. South of us and out to 30 miles on the Pacific side it warms to 73 degrees and is still pretty blue. You know the water is good when there are plenty of flying fish to be seen, and that is the case once you get about 25 miles out to the southwest. We did have choppy conditions Thursday morning when the wind blew through, but it calmed right down on Friday with just a medium swell from the Northwest. Not many boats fished the Cortez side offshore due to the cold green water but out to 15 miles offshore the conditions were pretty good, farther than that and you started to run into a bit of northeast swell and effects from the East Cape area.
BAIT: There was a mix of Mackerel and Caballito available this week at the normal $2 per bait.
FISHING:
BILLFISH: Fishing for Striped Marlin had it’s effort concentrated at the Golden Gate Bank this week, with up to 60 boats working the drift on Tuesday and Wednesday. With bait packed everywhere around the bank it was the best shot available, but as the week wore on the bite dropped off. On Saturday there were only about 40 boats working the drift and few of them were able to get bit. There was a fair showing of tailing Marlin in closer to shore directly to the east and 3 miles off the beach, but it was still not close to wide open. At the end of the week it appeared that there was about a 30% success ratio for boats targeting the Striped Marlin, not great numbers but almost everyone was seeing fish, even though they were difficult to hook.
YELLOWFIN TUNA: There was a brief two day flurry of decent Tuna in the 50-90 pound class on Thursday and Friday 28 miles to the southwest, and they were associated with several different porpoise pods in the area. Only about 6 boats got into the action as the fish were moving about quite rapidly, on Saturday they were nowhere to be found. There were few fish found elsewhere later in the week, but in the first few days a few nice fish to 200 pounds were caught on the southern edge of the San Jaime Bank. Best bets were soaking live bait at the edge of the bank or dropping bait back at least 150 yards from the boat in front of the rapidly moving pods of porpoise.
DORADO:
Once again there were few Dorado flags to be seen and the cooling water may be a good part of the reason. Of course, if we see some kelp paddies or something floating that may change in an instant so everyone is constantly scanning the surface. While there were few Dorado caught, the ones that were boated were nice fish to 50 pounds, and they were found by watching the Frigate birds, running to the birds when they dove and slow trolling a live Mackerel through the area.
WAHOO: There were a few fish to 50 pounds found just off the beach on the Pacific side this week, but once again there were no large numbers of heavy concentration of them.
INSHORE: The Sierra and Pargo bite was on this week and the Pangas were having a great time with Sierra to 10 pounds and Pargo to 30 pounds just off the beach. Live bait for both species worked best but there was also good action for the Pargo by using large, deep diving Rapallas. Best action was seen from the lighthouse on the Pacific side and to the north of there.
NOTES: In brief, slow offshore action but some great inshore fishing this week. This weeks report written to the music of Dave Roberts on the 1982 WEA Japan release “All Dressed Up”. Love Lukathers Guitar work! Until next week, GO SEAHAWKS!!!
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