Gonzaga Bay April 2014

[makobob]

ATTENTION GUESTS for you to ride the BAJA EXPRESS all you need do is join BWE, only takes a minute of your time to JOIN our COMMINITY and Welcome Aboard.

CONFIRMED APRIL 14-21 I will be driving down on the 10th, with a couple of other vechicles.
UPDATE Team FRESH2DEATH and Baja or Bust HAVE LEASED a place at Las Encantadas. 10 miles north of Gonzaga Bay. We have a roofed slab, 17'X40' to turn into a FISH CAMP. Hope to finish first floor by end of June. Will start framing 8-9 March.


If there is a * in FRONT of your name it indicates you HAVE RECONFIRMED for this trip. AWESOME time of the year to fish Gonzaga bay. I may go a couple of days early and stay a couple of days late.

We are going to fish the area from Bunta Bufeo to Gonzaga Bay for April. Expect to catch, Bay Bass, Trigger Fish, Corvina, Pargo, Grouper, White Sea Bass and maybe a totuava, which must be released...... best month for most of these species. Respond to add your name to the trip. Tight lines and bloody gaffs! Happy Birthday CKallday71.


Anglers are:

* Makobob
* CKallday71
* Walrus
* John ^ friend of Walrus!
Captnblood34
Yakfisher
619-SWIM-DOG
* Svendawg
* Buddha
*Defjack
Kelpbass91
*Johnny5
*Lives4thrills

Come join us, this will be low cost trip. Beach camping anyone? Tight lines and bloody gaffs!

Makobob

[CKallday71]

I may have to join you for this one. My birthday is April 20th and I should just take the week off.

[619-SWIM-DOG]

Sounds great to me. Depending on a school I have to go for work. Ill be down to go.

[buddha]

Have they completed the paved road from San Felipe to Gonzaga Bay?

[rossman]

As of mid May this year, it was completed to within 3 miles of the main intersection of Bahia Gonzaga. I have been told that it is completed even further now. I'm going down in mid Oct so I'll have a better update after that

[walrus]

I'm interested in this one, I have one Friday & Saturday in that month which may present problems. If I can work it out, I'm in.

[beef78]

I think that would be an awesome trip! If I am still stationed in San Diego and can get the time off, I would love to do a trip like that.

[makobob]

Welcome aboard Wally and his friend John! Bass, Corvina, Leopard Grouper, Snapper, WSB, plus who knows what! Should be fun. Lot's of time for anyone to join these trips. Baja or Bust 2014. Tight lines and bloody gaffs

[captnblood34]

This will depend on work, I'm sure more details will pop as the trip draws nearer. I'm down, but a good portion of us here can't plan farther than a week in advance, sometimes not even that. Sound like a great time!


J

[makobob]

This will depend on work, I'm sure more details will pop as the trip draws nearer. I'm down, but a good portion of us here can't plan farther than a week in advance, sometimes not even that. Sound like a great time!


J

When you cannot plan for a trip ahead of time it means you are working too hard, or in the military. When you work hard, you need to play hard!!! Tight lines.

[619-SWIM-DOG]

Ill try and make this trip.. I have training in Yorktown I might have to hit up around that time, so I won't know till a month out. I am looking forward to next months trip down there.

[makobob]

Welcome aboard 619-SWIM-DOG! Glad to have you with us, this is one of my favorite trips! We will have a get together about a month ahead of time, and I will up date everyone often.

[makobob]

Ok guys you are down to 4 months, start your planing now. You do not want to miss this one. Best time for Gonzaga, all are welcome. Post or pm. Thanks.
Tight lines and bloody gaffs. Make 2014 your year to BAJA or BUST.

[ful-rac]

I'd love to get in on this trip, I'll probably be able to make it but, I'm not going to say yes unless it's for sure. I guess the fishing there can be pretty insane...I like insane...

[Fishwhisperer619]

Its times like these where I really hate playing college baseball. I graduate this year so hopefully you guys keep these trips going for the years to come

[buddha]

I have read that there are a lot of gill netters in the area.

I hope that doesn't ruin the fishing for years to come.

[OEX Sunset Beach]

I have read that there are a lot of gill netters in the area.

I hope that doesn't ruin the fishing for years to come.

Last year I was surprised that we were told that the bay is closed to commercial fishing in the Spring. There were no gill nets or pangas, couple years prior there were both present.

[rossman]

Last year I was surprised that we were told that the bay is closed to commercial fishing in the Spring. There were no gill nets or pangas, couple years prior there were both present.

Gill netters were inside the bay and bottom trawlers just outside the bay in October when I was there. Mexico has I believe the proper laws in place to manage this situation but the enforcement is very spotty.

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[SDROB]

I just came back from there 2 weeks ago and stayed at Campo La Poma there were 2 commercial boats with nets there working the area pretty tough.

Looked like there was a lot of fishy areas around the smaller Islands thou and plenty of open ocean. We had all the trigger fish and Cabrilla we wanted from shore.(all catch and release) I would of took my Yak but had know idea I would be staying at such an awesome place. I bet it was loaded with halibut.

As soon as I get the footage from my friends camera Ill post some pics of this area. Im gonna try and get in on this trip. I more than likely have a beach house we can stay at if so and we can launch right from the house with 2 islands in paddling/peddling distance.

[makobob]

North of Gonzaga is Punta Bufeo and Las Encantada islands. Way too many rocks to catch their nets to be gill netted. White sea bass, grouper over 100lbs, cabrilla, corvina, snapper, triggers, spotties and totuaba which are illegal to keep. That 20-25 mile stretch is very productive for kayakers. If you ever go, I guarantee you will come back. Happy Holidays.

[SDROB]

Still working on getting these days off to make this trip for Baja or Bust but if I do I might be able to bring my friend who has a house right on the beach at Campo La Poma and we might be able to camp there as well.

It has a few Islands in kayaking distance depending where you launch and if the weather is good. Here is some footage that I have of my trip where Im talking about.

The video was a summary of our trip that I did for my friends but all of the "beach footage" is Gonzaga Bay where I'm talking about, although we did take a Panga in "Bay of La" for one day that is mixed in the video but the whole Jeep Ride and House is where Im talking about. If your on the fence about this trip Gonzaga Bay looks like the real deal! Check it out...

http://youtu.be/R70GwII-ueI
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[619-SWIM-DOG]

Ill be going unless I get sent to Yorktown for Training.

[svendawg]

I've cleared my calendar and I plan on going on this trip. Always wanted to fish this area

[buddha]

I may also go on this trip if I can get a replacement tennis pro that week.

How long does it take to get down there?

[svendawg]

I think rossman was down there in October 2013. He can tell use all about the area on our trip next week

[taggermike]

Gonzaga Bay is an amazing place. I can't confirm but I'll start checking dates. Do you have any preferred dates and how long are you vatos planning to stay? In April you're still at the mercy of the nasty north east winds. There are nice days in between but you can loose some serious fishing time sitting on the beach getting blasted by flying sand. Mike

[makobob]

The dates were set for Ckallidays birthday, but I might start a few days early and stay a few days longer.

[makobob]

BUMP,

Asuncion is over, it was NOT a BUST. Next is GONZAGA!!!!!!!
Three months from now, some members from BWE will make the drive down Mex Highway 5 to Gonzaga. Might be beach camping, or might have a house to stay in. Should be another great trip. Join us if you can. Tight lines and bloody gaffs.

Makobob

[defjack]

I most likly will be going. Jack:reel:

[janines.fishtales@cox.net]

I am interested. How much time are most people taking off to do this trip? I will google it to see where Gonzaga is and how far a drive it is. This really sounds amazing...

Janine

[Drake]

Was it an accident that the abbreviation for "Baja or Bust" is BOB, and you're..BOB?

[makobob]

I am interested. How much time are most people taking off to do this trip? I will google it to see where Gonzaga is and how far a drive it is. This really sounds amazing...

Janine

Fishtales ARE mermaids!!! and mermaids are allowed anywhere. Yes anyone can come. This is planned for the 14-21 April. Some will come a few days early and stay a few days later. As we get closer we can plan out who wants to travel together in a group. It should be an easy 8 hour drive from San Diego. Welcome to the addiction, tight lines and bloody gaffs.

Makobob

[makobob]

Was it an accident that the abbreviation for "Baja or Bust" is BOB, and you're..BOB?

Darn, you caught me out! It was planed that way and you were the 1st to point it out. Your Rock Cod Opener is looking GREAT, fantastic job you are doing! We are all proud of your efforts.

Makobob

[makobob]

As of the evening of 9 Jan we have 6 CONFIRMED ANGLERS for Gonzaga, this is going to be a good trip. Feel free to join us. Tight lines and bloody gaffs!

CKallday71
Makobob
Walrus
John
Svendawg
Buddha

Remember, EVERYONE is welcome, just post or pm me.

Makobob

[buddha]

Ok I am getting ready for this trip as I am going to buy this tent cot for camping.

http://store.kamprite.com/catalog/Kamp-Rite-Oversize-TentCot-p-16146.html

I am still looking for a source for megabaits/luna/p line laser minnows if anyone has an inexpensive link to buy them.

Looking forward to Gonzaga Bay as I have never been on the Sea of Cortez side.

[bluesquids]

Ok I am getting ready for this trip as I am going to buy this tent cot for camping.

http://store.kamprite.com/catalog/Kamp-Rite-Oversize-TentCot-p-16146.html

I am still looking for a source for megabaits/luna/p line laser minnows if anyone has an inexpensive link to buy them.

Looking forward to Gonzaga Bay as I have never been on the Sea of Cortez side.
I read somewhere that condensation on the inside of the kamprite was an issue(with the rain fly on) .....but in the past I read nothing but a bunch of awesomeness. Please, report back with your review.

[buddha]

I read somewhere that condensation on the inside of the kamprite was an issue(with the rain fly on) .....but in the past I read nothing but a bunch of awesomeness. Please, report back with your review.

I suppose you don't have to put the rain fly on.

When does it ever rain here or in baja?:D

[ful-rac]

I'd be more worried about the wind not only blowing your tent away...but also the sand, dirt and dust that's going to be sifted by the screens on your tent...that turns the dirt into the consistency of fine powdered sugar.... and buries you and all your camping gear...:eek:!

I gotta git me a new tent!

[makobob]

I'd be more worried about the wind not only blowing your tent away...but also the sand, dirt and dust that's going to be sifted by the screens on your tent...that turns the dirt into the consistency of fine powdered sugar.... and buries you and all your camping gear...:eek:!

I gotta git me a new tent!

But does this not happen with EVERY tent on the market? If not WHY? BTW 29 March to 6 April, I may be going with a friend to Gonzaga to PRE-FISH the area.
Might open this to others as part of Baja or Bust also. Will know more in about a week. Tight lines and bloody gaffs.

Makobob

[buddha]

I'd be more worried about the wind not only blowing your tent away...but also the sand, dirt and dust that's going to be sifted by the screens on your tent...that turns the dirt into the consistency of fine powdered sugar.... and buries you and all your camping gear...:eek:!

I gotta git me a new tent!

I think the Kamp Rite tent cot will be fine. I doubt it will blow away since I am lying on it in a cot.

Closing up the windows should be good enough for the sand blowing?

What kind of tent are you looking to buy?

[ful-rac]

I think the Kamp Rite tent cot will be fine. I doubt it will blow away since I am lying on it in a cot.

Closing up the windows should be good enough for the sand blowing?

What kind of tent are you looking to buy?



Not sure yet...probably something smaller than my 10x10 tent i have currently. Hopefully i can find something i can close up or tape up, to help keep most of the dirt out...

[makobob]

I hate to help jack my own thread, BUT you will need the tent to be vented. When SUMMER arrives in BAJA it can be VERY HOT, you will need the ventulation open.

Makobob

[rossman]

Don't over think the whole wind situation at Gonzaga. I was there for a week last May and did not have a tent or a sleeping bag. I slept on a beach lounger outside with a blanket over me. Not one day was I kept off the water because of wind. The only thing you have to be aware of is the speed at which conditions change. It takes literally seconds to go from flat calm to blowing at 30, but in the spring, you won't get days and days of this wind. Couple hours it dies down just as quickly and boom, you are back on the water.

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[makobob]

Gonzaga Trip ADDED for 2014!
March 20-24th, this is the second BIRTHDAY TRIP. Janine, fishtales, aka halibut hunter, will be celibrating her birthday in Gonzaga. Leaving morning of 20 March, should be another great trip, all are welcome to join us for this trip. Post here or pm Makobob, thanks.
Tight lines and bloody gaffs. Happy Birthday Janine.

Makobob

[buddha]

How many people fit under a palapa to camp? I might have a few guys interested.

Where would be staying? Campo Beluga?

[makobob]

How many people fit under a palapa to camp? I might have a few guys interested.

Where would be staying? Campo Beluga?

Palapa, $20 per night, 4 tents if they are not too big. We could get more palapas if needed. Yes Campo Beluga,
OR Even BETTER YET Team Fresh2Death and Baja or Bust are looking for a place to lease in the Punto Bufeo/Gonzaga area. Hope to find something by the time of this trip. Then our community would have a place to base out of in Gonzaga Bay area...................Stay Tuned for futher developements. Tight lines and bloody gaffs.

Makobob

[makobob]

Palapa, $20 per night, 4 tents if they are not too big. We could get more palapas if needed. Yes Campo Beluga,
OR Even BETTER YET Team Fresh2Death and Baja or Bust are looking for a place to lease in the Punto Bufeo/Gonzaga area. Hope to find something by the time of this trip. Then our community would have a place to base out of in Gonzaga Bay area...................Stay Tuned for futher developements. Tight lines and bloody gaffs.

Makobob

ROBMONEY and Makobob are going to Gonzaga on 8-9th of Feb to look at a place there. Expect to have place to stay in Gonzaga in time for this trip. Hope, hope, at least that is the plan as it now stands.

UPDATED ANGLERS LIST

CKallday71
Walrus
John
Svendawg
Buddha
Johnny5
Friend of Johnny5
Makobob
Defjack

The above are FIRM the below are MAYBE'S

Captnblood34
Yakfisher
619-SWIM-DOG
Kelpbass91

This is going to be a FULL trip with lot's of good guys to fish with. All are welcome. We will hold a get together mid March.

Makobob

[battleborn]

Good day all,
So after reading a post about a guy with a surf board having gotten a ticket in baja because he had 2 ft sticking out the back. Will this fly down there. I have hauled this way as long as I had the yak driving back and forth to SD to NV to AZ etc having been passed by CHP and local PD regularly and never had any issues. Do you think I will get stopped in Mex? Does anyone else transport this way?

[svendawg]

If it were me I would rig a tail light, brake light and florescent red flag to the end of your PA on the rear carry rail. You know the lights like the ones the tow trucks attach to the wrecks that they tow. You can find this at Harbor Freight for around $20.00 item#69626
Technically your rig is not legal in Calif, because you have too much overhang behind your lights.
Just because you have not been stopped yet don't assume your legal.

This might help. This is only for Calif. I can't give you any info on what Mexico traffic laws might be but in Calif the California Department of Transportation states:
"[...] whenever the load upon any vehicle extends, or whenever any integral part of any vehicle projects, to the rear four feet or more beyond the rear of the vehicle, as measured from the taillamps, there shall be displayed at the extreme end of the load or projecting part of the vehicle:
a solid red or fluorescent orange flag or cloth not less than 12 inches square, or
during darkness, in addition to the required taillamp, two red lights with a bulb rated not in excess of six candlepower plainly visible from a distance of at least 500 feet to the sides and rear."

As for the length of overhang per California Vehicle Code Section 35410, "the load upon a vehicle, trailer or semitrailer shall not extend to the rear beyond the last point of support for a greater distance than that equal to two-thirds of the length of the wheelbase."

I hope this helps, if nothing else it will give you peace of mind while driving in Calif

[battleborn]

If it were me I would rig a tail light, brake light and florescent red flag to the end of your PA on the rear carry rail. You know the lights like the ones the tow trucks attach to the wrecks that they tow. You can find this at Harbor Freight for around $20.00 item#69626
Technically your rig is not legal in Calif, because you have too much overhang behind your lights.
Just because you have not been stopped yet don't assume your legal.

This might help. This is only for Calif. I can't give you any info on what Mexico traffic laws might be but in Calif the California Department of Transportation states:
"[...] whenever the load upon any vehicle extends, or whenever any integral part of any vehicle projects, to the rear four feet or more beyond the rear of the vehicle, as measured from the taillamps, there shall be displayed at the extreme end of the load or projecting part of the vehicle:
a solid red or fluorescent orange flag or cloth not less than 12 inches square, or
during darkness, in addition to the required taillamp, two red lights with a bulb rated not in excess of six candlepower plainly visible from a distance of at least 500 feet to the sides and rear."

As for the length of overhang per California Vehicle Code Section 35410, "the load upon a vehicle, trailer or semitrailer shall not extend to the rear beyond the last point of support for a greater distance than that equal to two-thirds of the length of the wheelbase."

I hope this helps, if nothing else it will give you peace of mind while driving in Calif

Yes I usually have a bright red flag I got from NAPA that they use on semis on the back grab rail. I got those tail lights from HF they work pretty good so far. Man looks like I am almost there wheel base 139.8 I guess all the officers I see on the road either figure if someone runs into the banana the deserve a PA in their passenger seat or they are kayak fishing sympathizers :D The trick is to figure out what they consider the last point of support?
I have to wonder if the Mex officers will be as forgiving?

[svendawg]

I believe your last point of support is the top of your extender bar. If you drive at night,(not recommended in Mexico) you will need to have a taillight on the aft grab rail.

[battleborn]

I believe your last point of support is the top of your extender bar. If you drive at night,(not recommended in Mexico) you will need to have a taillight on the aft grab rail.


Thanks I usually have the extra lights on the extender bar. I will make mods.

Does triple A have mex insurance that is recognized. More importantly full coverage? First time trying to go that far inland and want to get everything in order excuse the newb questions.

[Sdspeed]

Thanks I usually have the extra lights on the extender bar. I will make mods.

Does triple A have mex insurance that is recognized. More importantly full coverage? First time trying to go that far inland and want to get everything in order excuse the newb questions.


Looks like AAA does.

https://www.calif.aaa.com/home/insurance/specialty-insurance/mexico-auto-insurance.html

[makobob]

Thanks I usually have the extra lights on the extender bar. I will make mods.

Does triple A have mex insurance that is recognized. More importantly full coverage? First time trying to go that far inland and want to get everything in order excuse the newb questions.

Yes AAA does, full year for my 2005 chevy truck was less than $300. And that was for their best policy.

Makobob

[svendawg]

I got my annual Mexican insurance through a club called Vagabundos Del Mar at vagabundos.com
It costs $35.00 annual membership but even after I paid the membership their insurance was cheaper that any other place I got quotes for. You can also get your FMM and Mexican fishing license through them.
You can also get up to date driving conditions from their website.
The club has been around for a long time. They cater to us gringo's that travel to Mexico

[battleborn]

[QUOTE=svendawg;180254]I got my annual Mexican insurance through a club called Vagabundos Del Mar at vagabundos.com
It costs $35.00 annual membership but even after I paid the membership their insurance was cheaper that any other place I got quotes for. You can also get your FMM and Mexican fishing license through them.
You can also get up to date driving conditions from their website.
The club has been around for a long time. They cater to us gringo's that travel to Mexico[/QUOTE

Thanks everyone.

[buddha]

I posted this in the Gonzaga camping thread but it is such a good deal I thought I would share it again.

http://www.overstock.com/Sports-Toys/Kamprite-Oversize-Tent-cot-with-Rainfly/7456489/product.html?searchidx=0

[makobob]

I posted this in the Gonzaga camping thread but it is such a good deal I thought I would share it again.

http://www.overstock.com/Sports-Toys/Kamprite-Oversize-Tent-cot-with-Rainfly/7456489/product.html?searchidx=0

Jeff, we could put about a dozen of those under shade at the place we are looking at in Gonzaga. Those look better than a tent they do not take up a lot of space.

BTW guys we should know if we have this place by the 10th of Feb. If it happens then we will save the $20.00 a night on each palapa, which would make these Gonzaga trips very affordable, just the cost of fuel down and back.

Again all Baja or Bust trips are open to all BWE members, JOIN US in Baja!!!!!
EVERYONE is welcome.

Makobob

[buddha]

This one is even smaller but good for one person.

http://www.overstock.com/Sports-Toys/Kamp-Rite-Original-Tent-cot-with-Rainfly/7456490/product.html

[buddha]

Jeff, we could put about a dozen of those under shade at the place we are looking at in Gonzaga. Those look better than a tent they do not take up a lot of space.

BTW guys we should know if we have this place by the 10th of Feb. If it happens then we will save the $20.00 a night on each palapa, which would make these Gonzaga trips very affordable, just the cost of fuel down and back.

Again all Baja or Bust trips are open to all BWE members, JOIN US in Baja!!!!!
EVERYONE is welcome.

Makobob

Here is a video of the Kamprite Oversized Tent Cot. Easy to set up.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5X_sGB2NraY

http://www.overstock.com/Sports-Toys/Kamprite-Oversize-Tent-cot-with-Rainfly/7456489/product.html?searchidx=0

[buddha]

I saw Defjack on the water yesterday and he said that he is going to come on the trip. I told him to contact you to confirm and also told him that we will have a meeting of everyone sometime in March. He lives in Santa Monica.

[makobob]

As of Feb 17, we will be camping on the future site of Fresh2Death/ Baja or Bust fish camp at Las Encatadas, just 10 miles north of Gonzaga bay. Anglers attending are: Ckallday71, Walrus and friend, Svendawg, Buddha, Defjack, and Johnny5. Some will leave on the 10th, others will leave on the 14th. We will meet to work out cooking, driving arraingements middle of March. Any one else interested in this trip please post here or pm Makobob. Thanks.

Makobob

[buddha]

I talked to Defjack today and he will drive down to Punta Bufeo in his truck and he is looking to share gas expenses. He can hold two kayaks on his truck.

[walrus]

As of today, the Baja Nomad Site is reporting the paved highway has now passed Rancho Grande mini mart and the Premex station. Pictures on Rancho Grande's facebook page.

If you were considering visiting the area, now is the time. If it's on your kayakers bucket list, in a year of two it won't be the same.

[makobob]

As of today, the Baja Nomad Site is reporting the paved highway has now passed Rancho Grande mini mart and the Premex station. Pictures on Rancho Grande's facebook page.

If you were considering visiting the area, now is the time. If it's on your kayakers bucket list, in a year of two it won't be the same.

Anyone needing transportation for this trip, contact Defjack as he is looking for a rider. Save some gas money, make a new friend. Wally is right, now that the road goes all the way to Gonzaga there will be more people coming down. I figure within 5 years there will be more fishing preasure on the area. Now is a good time to fish the areas between Las Encantadas and Punta Final. Robmoney and Makobob NOW have a place to stay for just the cost of water. A 17'x40' covered concrete pad, with room to camp, cook, and shower. We start framing the walls on the weekend of the 8-9th of March. Have 8 people coming down for this construction weekend. Might get 2 walls framed and more sand moved,this will be a working weekend, then 20-24th will be a fishing trip there, then THIS trip on the 10-20th of ARPIL, anyone interested in any of these trips, just post or PM me. Thank you BWE, this is a FISH CAMP for all of us. DREAMS do come true. Work hard, play hard, FISH HARDER.

[bajadog]

As of today, the Baja Nomad Site is reporting the paved highway has now passed Rancho Grande mini mart and the Premex station.

Just flew back from Scorpion Bay in a friends plane (yesterday). He buzzed
the Gulf side and yes the pavement is about 8 miles South of the Pemex.

[makobob]

CKallday71 contacted me yesterday with the news that life got in the way and he will not be attending this trip. Sometimes life is difficult and things do not work out, BUT we will toast his birthday and wish him better luck for next year.

Most of us will leave on the 10th of April. Pre-trip meeting will be on the 30th of March at Tidelands Park, fishing early, planing starts at noon. Hope we can all get together then.

ANGLERS ARE: Svendawg, Walrus, John, Johnny5, Makobob, Lives4thrills, Defjack, and our CHEF Buddha. This should be an AWESOME trip, done at the right time of the year and with 9-10 days to FISH!!!!!

We have 8 confirmed and there is room for a few more, so if you are ready and able let us know. All are welcome to join us for this trip. 5 weeks left.

[makobob]

Just finished our pre planning for this trip. Nice to meet you all at Tidelands. We will meet up at Johnnys Shell station at 6 am on the 10th of April. 515 N. Magnolia ave off the 8 and the 67.

Those going are;

Romspacenut, Robert was just added.
Buddha, Jeff is our master chef.
Johnny 5, John our Kitchen helper.
Carlos, friend of Johnny5.
Robert, hunting buddy of Johnny 5 and Carlos.
Walrus, Wally our 2x4 donation man for PROJECT LAS ENCANTADAS.
John, Wally's brother.
Defjack, Jack 75 yrs old and fishing hard.
Ful-rac, Tony from TEAM SEWER.
Deamon, Jim from TEAM LOLLIPOP.
Svendawg, Sven my friend and our main SAND mover for Las Encantadas.
Makobob, Bob kitchen help and mother duck for the BAJA EXPRESS.

That makes a dozen fishing fanatics headed to Baja for another Baja or Bust trip. In TEN days we will be on our way to PARADISE. Tight Lines and bloody gaffs. This is a large group, it should be lot's of fun, and many fish tales to tell around the campfire each evening. See you all soon.

[buddha]

Good meeting everyone should be a fun group.

[buddha]

Ok Robert the friend of Johnny5 and Carlos can not make it on the trip.

Romspacenut will let me know by tomorrow.

Svendawg may not make it either.

So that makes 9 I believe on the trip that are confirmed.

I will be sending you a list today of things to bring on the trip.

Thanks.

[ful-rac]

A few days away and still a go for me! No bullshit has come up....for now. Fingers Crossed.

[alanw]

A few days away and still a go for me! No bullshit has come up....for now. Fingers Crossed.

Sounds like you're expecting something to come up

[makobob]

Sounds like you're expecting something to come up

EXPECTING to see Big Tails thrashing the surface, maybe a turtle or two and some whales too. BTW Alan, you ready for a trip? Heard a rumor of a 200 lb totuaba last week from Gonzaga.

ONE WEEK AND COUNTING!!!

[Deamon]

Already picked up my tackle. Fresh line...top water stuff, etc. Wired up my P.A. It's going to be a wild four days for me. I can't even imagine ten days down there. Lets hope for calm winds.

[svendawg]

Ok Robert the friend of Johnny5 and Carlos can not make it on the trip.

Romspacenut will let me know by tomorrow.

Svendawg may not make it either.

So that makes 9 I believe on the trip that are confirmed.

I will be sending you a list today of things to bring on the trip.

Thanks.
Don't count me out yet, I only said I may be a day or two delayed. Save some fish for me

[buddha]

Don't count me out yet, I only said I may be a day or two delayed. Save some fish for me

Sven let me know for sure what is going on. I think I have everything we need and told everyone what to bring but there may be some last minute stuff to bring and I will let you know.

[buddha]

Ok I have PMed or emailed everyone on what they need to bring. Hopefully I have it all covered but if not I will let you know.

Please let me know if you received my PM and if you have any questions.

Here is a tentative menu that is subject to change.

Day one: Steak with stir fried bok choy, carrots, spinach, onions with gravy

Day two: Mexican bouillabaisse: shrimp, fish, pulpo, celery, onions, red peppers, potatoes with chile de arbol chiles.

Day three: Paella: fish, shrimp, chicken, achiote and turmeric rice, red peppers, onions, celery garlic

Day 4 Gumbo: shrimp, fish, celery, onions, red pepper, guamamian rice

Day 5: Burgers, skillet potatoes, onions, carrots

Day 6:Cioppino: Fish, Shrimp, tomato based broth, garlic, celery, onions, carrots, wine

Day 7: Shrimp whole boiled, fish cakes, ceviche

Day 8: Singapore noodles fish, ceviche

Day 9: Thai Fish Curry: curry, coconut milk, potatoes, onions, rice

Day 10: Grilled Marinated Fish with Hoisin Glaze, rice

Of course we will always have fish tacos, fried fish fillets, and grilled fish any day we desire as well as ceviche.

[momo fish]

You guys will have a blast. Wish I could go but only able to do late thur to Sunday and could not find a buddy to join me as I didn't want to drive alone.


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[buddha]

You guys will have a blast. Wish I could go but only able to do late thur to Sunday and could not find a buddy to join me as I didn't want to drive alone.


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Maybe Battleborn can drive with you I can ask him.

There will be other trips coming up. The next ones are in San Quintin with motherships going for halibut and white sea bass.

[svendawg]

Maybe Battleborn can drive with you I can ask him.

There will be other trips coming up. The next ones are in San Quintin with motherships going for halibut and white sea bass.

If I leave early Friday he can follow me

[momo fish]

If I leave early Friday he can follow me


Sounds goods, got room for a kayak and me? Will help with cost of drive.


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[svendawg]

Sounds goods, got room for a kayak and me? Will help with cost of drive.


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Sorry, I guess I misunderstood you. I thought you wanted to follow someone down there. When I go I will be staying until the 20th. Plus I am only able to carry my PA on top of my SUV and I'm packed to the gills with all of the gear I never seem to need but always bring.

[momo fish]

No worries. I can drive but prefer to carpool with someone heading back Sunday night. If anyone has room let me know and I can break the bad news to wife that I will be gone that weekend :)


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[buddha]

Here is the list of guys on the trip.

Romspacenut has not contacted me so I believe that he is out.
Buddha, Jeff is our master chef.
Johnny 5, John our Kitchen helper.
Carlos, friend of Johnny5.
Walrus, Wally our 2x4 donation man for PROJECT LAS ENCANTADAS.
John, Wally's brother.
Defjack, Jack 75 yrs old and fishing hard.
Ful-rac, Tony from TEAM SEWER.
Deamon, Jim from TEAM LOLLIPOP.
Svendawg, Sven my friend and our main SAND mover for Las Encantadas.
Looks like he will be coming on Friday.
Makobob, Bob kitchen help and mother duck for the BAJA EXPRESS.

So it looks like 10 fishing fanatics going on this trip.

Just waiting on the confirmations of Sven and Ful-Rac: Tony

[Joctane]

MakoBob & Buddha- So I (Jordan) might be able to get away next weekend 90% chance, but won't know until Wednesday if I'm 100%. I believe Romspacenut (Robert) is still in as we will be discussing him riding with me (depending if my Thule XT500 Xsporter racks get here by Wednesday, so I can double up the PA's on my truck). I know I haven't been in the discussion lately, but I've been following the thread and decided I'd like to check it out. I'd be coming back either late Saturday or early Sunday. Anything details that I need to know please message me as I'm a bit out of the loop. Thanks!

[Joctane]

Any of you guys going to be at the RFD tomorrow? I'd like to introduce myself before going on a road trip with a bunch of strange men...haha

[buddha]

MakoBob & Buddha- So I (Jordan) might be able to get away next weekend 90% chance, but won't know until Wednesday if I'm 100%. I believe Romspacenut (Robert) is still in as we will be discussing him riding with me (depending if my Thule XT500 Xsporter racks get here by Wednesday, so I can double up the PA's on my truck). I know I haven't been in the discussion lately, but I've been following the thread and decided I'd like to check it out. I'd be coming back either late Saturday or early Sunday. Anything details that I need to know please message me as I'm a bit out of the loop. Thanks!

I sent you a PM.

[Deamon]

Weather forecast (San Felipe)for my four days looks promising. 5-10 mph max entire time.

[buddha]

Weather forecast (San Felipe)for my four days looks promising. 5-10 mph max entire time.

Yes the wind is the big issue of course.

Looks like a hot one though.

http://www.weather.com/weather/tenday/MXCE0624

[momo fish]

Looks like I may have a hall pass for a few days so looking to either carpool with someone.

Planning on leaving late Thursday night and making it by Friday early morning. And returning by Sunday night. Just need to be back before 7am Monday to take kids to school.

Looking to share cost of driving down and worst case will take my car as I could throw 2 -3 kayaks (reg size kayaks) on the roof. Have driven down baja even further and am familiar with roads.

PM if interested. Thanks

[makobob]

Just returned from Las Encantadas one hour ago, Friday nice, Saturday windy 10-15 but fishable, Sunday like glass until we left before 9. Yes it may be warm and should be fun for all. I left my Outback and a Stealth 14 there so if someone needs to borrow a yak the stealth 14 is available, Picking up supplies on Tuesday. The Baja Express leaves from Johnnys Shell at 515 Magnolia in El Cajon at 6am Thursday. See you guys there. BTW the FULL Moon might be up for us to enjoy. Guys, bring a jacket or hoodie as it can get cool in the evenings.

[Joctane]

So looks like I'm out for this trip. :( I thought this may happen but I have some associates coming from Boston and want to meet with me on Thursday and Friday. Sucks but I can't bail on them since they are flying in for those two days. I hope to make the next trip. Have fun guys, I'm sure you will!

[makobob]

So looks like I'm out for this trip. :( I thought this may happen but I have some associates coming from Boston and want to meet with me on Thursday and Friday. Sucks but I can't bail on them since they are flying in for those two days. I hope to make the next trip. Have fun guys, I'm sure you will!

Sorry you will miss out but Mikey likes it is now in for 3 days, WELCOME aboard Mike. See you guys on Thursday morning in El Cajon.........lot's of people, lot's of fish, and lot's of fun. Hope someome brings some tunes or a gituar.
Tight lines.