With a great load of bait and good working weather, we are excited about tomorrows prospects for offshore fishing. We will be concentrating our efforts on bluefin tuna or any other game fish we might come across. Check back tomorrow to see how our first day of fishing went.

Brian

Right on cue the bluefin have arrived in the one hundred mile range and promise to continue coming. Based on what we see down below, and historical precedent, my best prediction is that we are in for some good bluefin action on the local (overnight through two and three day trips) beginning now. Following last week's blow there promises to be a good weather window this week, or at least the next few days. I would say things are shaping up beautifully for the upcoming Royal Star two day voyages this week. As of now we have at least a handful of openings on the Wed - Fri trip and possibly one or two on the Fri - Sat. If you can make either trip I encourage you to give Tracy or I a call in the Royal Star office. This is a great opportunity to jump on Royal Star and receive first class long range treatment on a voyage of only two days! The all inclusive price is fantastic and complimentary on board filleting is an added bonus. Also, anglers will have the option to have their product professionally butchered and vacuum packed by Fisherman's Processing upon request.

On that note Fisherman's Processing is up and running to our full satisfaction, and, more importantly, to the satisfaction of many customers who have opted to try the new processing service upon their return. Things are running smoothly and same day customers are very pleased with the short wait times, quality of the service, and finished product. I have to say, based on positive customer feedback, that it makes quite an impression to see Frank Lo Preste, Randy Toussaint, Sean Sebring, and I in the back, sleeves rolled up, getting the job done with our guys. This is the type of individuals all of us are. I mentioned in various promotions that we guarantee the outcome of your processing experience with a combined 120 years of San Diego Sport fishing experience between us. I meant it. We are hands on all the way when, where, and if we are needed. The combination of our incredible amount of experience on the Sport Fishing waterfront, our unique awareness of the importance of strong, consistent customer service, and our combined work ethic that speaks through our accomplishments and contributions to the sport fishing community, supports angler's decision to try Fisherman's Processing. That is all we ask for out of the gates - for anglers to give the new service a try. You will not be disappointed. Guaranteed.

Capt. Sims departed today on our annual RJ Allen three day voyage in perfect position to strike far or near in search of Albacore and Bluefin tuna. With the good weather pending and a great group of anglers, I am very optimistic about their odds. Look for Capt. Sims' (Gerbie's) reports to commence tomorrow as the narrative continues. Also, if I can get my act together I have some good images from the processing line at Fisherman's processing to share. Have a fine Sunday and keep your fingers crossed that the off shore setting continues to develop. Good fishing is on the way.


Tim Ekstrom