Details

By Capt. Starrs

Capt. Starrs

February 21,2010

Hits: 53181

While fishing last week, the trends of the productive blue water heading from 15 miles out to 30 miles remains the same.  Having three days this past week to fish on the 11th, 12th, and 13th we were able to hook lots of fish.  Bill fish were slow to bite, but with the help of shared information over the radio and at the docks we were able to get several bites for our group from Michigan.  There was some nice Tuna action as well.  A few nice size yellow fine mixed things up each day.  Around the 25 lb range.  We found hundreds of smaller spinning Dolphins that helped us find the fish most days, and we even got to see a hump back whale about 15 yards of the bow.  Very exciting time here in Guatemala.

Capt Starrs

Details

By Capt. Starrs

Capt. Starrs

February 21,2010

Hits: 111050

Sorry for the delayed fishing reports!!!!  Too much Fishing!!!

Well the end of January and the beginning of Feburary goes like this:  With the father and son repeat group from Michigan, from last year we were able to slam the sails.  Last year this time we also did pretty well.  Releasing at least 12 sails a day for 15 to 18 bites in a 6 hour time period.  This year was a bit different.  For starters each time we raised a Sail, we would have at least a double or triple no matter what.  They were schooling for sure, vs hitting one at a time.  So that was a change for the better.  The results were pretty much the same, but I would say at least 20 bites for 2 of the 3 days we were out.  Secondly, the weather was less forgiving.  While Guatemala is known for extremely calm seas, we got rocked each day.  6 foot rollers is tough to handle but the bite was not affected.  This strong wind over that week actually blew the productive blue water from 20 miles to 15 miles in 2 days, and then 8 miles just a few days later.  At the moment we are currently fishing at only 8 miles with calm seas and at least 20 to 30 raised sails as a result.   We have some spots open this March which is my favorite time, hope to see you soon.

Capt Starrs

Details

By Capt. Starrs

Capt. Starrs

February 21,2010

Hits: 111490

The bite is slowly starting to improve down in Guatemala.  While being out last Monday Jan 4th, 2010 with still a 3/4 moon, we released 5 sails for 7 raised, and hooked 1 for 2, 25 plus lb dorado all at just 10 miles.  The water temp is holding at 82 to 83 degrees, which is a bit cold for sails (we like 85 to 86)  and more ideal for Marlin. However, Marlin are simply not that close yet and the sails are starting to school up and become easier to pattern.  Next week we are expecting everything to be back to the norm.  We will keep you posted!

Details

By Capt. Starrs

Capt. Starrs

February 21,2010

Hits: 112433

Living here year round I can tell you when a fishing report is for real or not.  Meaning if you're not out there, or talking to mates face to face on the docks most of what you read will not always add up.  However, November 15th 2009 release numbers are pretty much at a consistent high.  Meaning 15 to 20 releases per boat.  Much different than last year.  Last year while still be productive, had some unheard of slow months.  Days where just a few sails where raised, yet above average marlin bite made it okay for the most part.  They called it a cycle year.  This year has started out very strong with a noticeable sailfish bite that can't help but get all the charters excited.  Each time while going out for half day charters the productive blue water has been at about 15 miles just about every time if not closer.  Good news.  At the moment you can expect to see releases in the double digits without a doubt.  Some boats are even producing 30 releases with many more sails raised.  All of this action with nice sized Blue Marlin Showing up ever third day, as well as big Dorado is a great day of fishing even for Guatemala.  The bite will get better as the rain continues to burn off and the water gets bluer with more fleets helping in the search.  December for Blue Bayou Sport Fishing is booked for the first time with Fly Fishermen.  Many of which are targeting Blue Marlin.  December is known as one of those months were anything can happen.  Soon we will have pictures and video to follow.  Tight Lines.

Capt Starrs