Fish Report for 1-8-2011
Royal Star Fish Report
1-8-2011
Royal Star
We're back on track rolling south with another fantastic, eager group of veteran anglers ready to get in the game. As of now we are pleased with the arrangement carrying a perfect load of bait for the cause content to settle in and travel for the next couple of days. Based on this season's conditions there are few alternatives. Cold and colder is how it is shaping up with all indications pointing towards more of the same for at least the next few months. In the big picture the cold water is fine by us as it bodes well for a more "normal" summer fishing season to come. That is getting way too far ahead in terms of this voyage. First things first.
On the news front I do have a few items to report concerning the Royal Star 2011 and 2012 schedule. First is the fact that there are openings available for the summer/fall 2011 season on voyages from three to ten days. While availability is limited, there are a few prime time voyages with space to accommodate individuals and small groups. Now is definitely the time to call Tracy, or the temporarily "winged" Capt. Brian Sims recovering from shoulder repair, in the office and make reservations for the upcoming summer and/or fall. If you are planning to make a Royal Star voyage this season don't wait to call!
The second piece of significant news is that 2011 will be the final year of the Revillagigedo tagging project. The incredible success of this project, and the wealth of significant data resulting from the release of thousands of yellowfin tuna in the Revillagigedo reserve since February 2006, has satisfied the director of the IATTC. The scientists at the IATTC and Mexico's INP will be pursuing other studies and projects after 2011. Due to 2011 now being the final opportunity to tag yellowfin tuna and wahoo in the Revilla's the May 16 day will operate as a tagging excursion departing Cabo San Lucas May 4th, retiring May 16th. Also, there are two or three spots presently available on the February 2011 voyage for any anglers interested in joining one of these final, historic scientific expeditions. Give Tracy or Brian a shout in the office for more details.
Otherwise we are steaming south with little excitement to report. The daily narrative will continue as we get warmed up to the adventure.
Tim Ekstrom
On the news front I do have a few items to report concerning the Royal Star 2011 and 2012 schedule. First is the fact that there are openings available for the summer/fall 2011 season on voyages from three to ten days. While availability is limited, there are a few prime time voyages with space to accommodate individuals and small groups. Now is definitely the time to call Tracy, or the temporarily "winged" Capt. Brian Sims recovering from shoulder repair, in the office and make reservations for the upcoming summer and/or fall. If you are planning to make a Royal Star voyage this season don't wait to call!
The second piece of significant news is that 2011 will be the final year of the Revillagigedo tagging project. The incredible success of this project, and the wealth of significant data resulting from the release of thousands of yellowfin tuna in the Revillagigedo reserve since February 2006, has satisfied the director of the IATTC. The scientists at the IATTC and Mexico's INP will be pursuing other studies and projects after 2011. Due to 2011 now being the final opportunity to tag yellowfin tuna and wahoo in the Revilla's the May 16 day will operate as a tagging excursion departing Cabo San Lucas May 4th, retiring May 16th. Also, there are two or three spots presently available on the February 2011 voyage for any anglers interested in joining one of these final, historic scientific expeditions. Give Tracy or Brian a shout in the office for more details.
Otherwise we are steaming south with little excitement to report. The daily narrative will continue as we get warmed up to the adventure.
Tim Ekstrom
