BAJA or BUST 2017 Trips

[makobob]

Yes, thank you Jeff, I would like to be over the border and on our way south by 5 am. That should get us to Rossman's place just about dark, or about 6 pm. Ross will have a simple dinner ready for us. AND then it is GAME ON. Full moon two nights later, corvina on the beach, YT from the yaks, maybe a wahoo (RESERVED FOR JIM, and SVEN. THANKSGIVING in paradise.
Guys start thinking about a side trip to Turtle bay area or the Abreojos area.
Tight Lines and Fishy Dreams!!!

[EastLosYaker]

Ok, so I don't want to screw up anything else, but...I was planning on getting my FMM filled out, paid for, and stamped at the border. I know the route pretty good, and was planning on just catching up to the caravan. I don't imagine there to be a lot of folks crossing south at that time, so I am hoping to get it done pretty quickly. What do you think?

[rossman]

Ok, so I don't want to screw up anything else, but...I was planning on getting my FMM filled out, paid for, and stamped at the border. I know the route pretty good, and was planning on just catching up to the caravan. I don't imagine there to be a lot of folks crossing south at that time, so I am hoping to get it done pretty quickly. What do you think?

Having crossed the border at that time on numerous occasions, I can tell you that there is seldom any wait to get the FMM. The only wait is trying to get the attention of the guy at the bank who is probably asleep in the back room.

BTW you guys probably know this but as of September, the FMM can be used for multiple land entries to Baja.

[makobob]

Kevin in TJ it takes about 5 minutes or less, should not be a problem. See you soon. Has anyone heard from RomSpaceNut??????? Tight Lines.

[Deamon]

Spoke to Robert last night. He's driving with me. We're starting our trip on Sat the 22nd and bailing out the following Fri or Sat. Feel free to drop Robert into a cooking date that fits into this schedule please. He said something about shrimp and scallops...

Jim

[makobob]

Jim, thanks for the update on Robert. This is going to be so much FUN.

[EastLosYaker]

Hey Jim, that means we can caravan back up. Was planning on heading back up north solo, but I'll leave when you do on Friday or Saturday. Always better to have two cars. You never know.

[EastLosYaker]

Oh, and Jim, are you heading straight down to Asuncion, or fishing another spot on the way down MIGHT be able to leave early to get in an extra day of fishing. San Quintin/Socorro had crossed my mind. Although, don't want to be a 3rd wheel spoiler for you and the spacenut! Haha!

[greenscales]

Unfortunately I will be leaving early as well, Fri PM or Sat AM - w/open option for a room and 1/2 day fishing on the way home.

As for you guys fishing on the way down early - I also plan to head down Sat or Sun before (work permitting). I Was planning going to Punta Baja, $10 a night for a room, w/a possible Mon or Sun at San Antonio. Or, maybe camp in Puerto Santo Tomas - depending on weather/fishing in both locations. I have some killer structure spots GPSd in PB. Launch is just funky as are winds.

If I do Punta Baja still, I would meet you guys on the way down in El Rosario around 11 AM on Tuesday - maybe a lunch or fuel stop for some? But I haven't found great food in town yet, so maybe you eat in SQ and meet me at the gas station or grocery stores about noon. Look for my ride along the highway - should not be to hard to spot. Green PA14 on white 4runner w/rear cross bar on hitch.


Looking forward to this - Richard

[Deamon]

Oh, and Jim, are you heading straight down to Asuncion, or fishing another spot on the way down MIGHT be able to leave early to get in an extra day of fishing. San Quintin/Socorro had crossed my mind. Although, don't want to be a 3rd wheel spoiler for you and the spacenut! Haha!

HAHAHAHA!!! I've done Baja enough times. And I know the scouting required to dial in a new location. No fish stops for me and Robert. We're driving straight to Ross' place.

I'm also bring a few olive branch switches and I plan on riding Ross like the lean, mean, knowledgeable Baja burro that he is. Giddyup Rossie...take me to your 150 yellow spot...now let's go to your 40# spot...:paddleersmilie:

Jim

[rossman]

HAHAHAHA!!! I've done Baja enough times. And I know the scouting required to dial in a new location. No fish stops for me and Robert. We're driving straight to Ross' place.

I'm also bring a few olive branch switches and I plan on riding Ross like the lean, mean, knowledgeable Baja burro that he is. Giddyup Rossie...take me to your 150 yellow spot...now let's go to your 40# spot...:paddleersmilie:

Jim

I will be holding nothing back (except from maybe my nemesis Sven) but chances are you will find some spots that I haven't found yet. If you guys have any Raider jigs in you quiver you might want to bring them along. I started using one this week mainly because there are a good number of wahoo roaming the waters and at Zed's suggestion they might bit attracted to the Raiders. Hit a new area yesterday and no hoo but managed 9 yellows on the Raider before being blown off at 10 am. All were pretty small between 8 and 12 lbs but stuck one nice chunky 20 pounder.

[Zed]

Yer doin it wrong. Again w the bycatch. Must be 9 [150?] dumber than your average yellows. You gotta wind faster or something.

Bounty on the first pelagic caught while fishing for them.

Rossman make sure Jumbo Jim does NOT get any of MY waypoints! He and The Svede have their own bycatch issues.

[Zed]

I'm sorry. That's not in the spirit of community. I'll share my calico area and you can do what you want.

Shaded Red is good calico bass areas. And I left in some spots where I hooked bottom.

[greenscales]

Now for the important import: how many of your are a craft beer geeks and what types l do you like? (Hoppy, Dark, booze you, etc.)
Rossman - specifically you?
I want to p/u some seasonals from a few breweries (Punkincinno & some fresh hopped) and maybe pull a few from my cellared selection (old Brandy or bourbon barreled aged or sours). But I don't want to waste the room or beer if none of you will enjoy.


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[EastLosYaker]

Very generous Richard. I'm always up for a taste.

[rossman]

Now for the important import: how many of your are a craft beer geeks and what types l do you like? (Hoppy, Dark, booze you, etc.)
Rossman - specifically you?
I want to p/u some seasonals from a few breweries (Punkincinno & some fresh hopped) and maybe pull a few from my cellared selection (old Brandy or bourbon barreled aged or sours). But I don't want to waste the room or beer if none of you will enjoy.


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While I certainly enjoy my beer, what I don't know about craft beer 's would fill a lot of books. Something lite and blond would be something I would certainly sample. Not a fan of the darker heavier beers. Trying something new would be a treat but not something I would truly miss if it didn't happen. If you are short on space, fill it up with what you think you are going to need.

[buddha]

Now for the important import: how many of your are a craft beer geeks and what types l do you like? (Hoppy, Dark, booze you, etc.)
Rossman - specifically you?
I want to p/u some seasonals from a few breweries (Punkincinno & some fresh hopped) and maybe pull a few from my cellared selection (old Brandy or bourbon barreled aged or sours). But I don't want to waste the room or beer if none of you will enjoy.


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I am like Ross I like light ambers mostly and not dark beers. I am more of a red wine guy.

[farreola]

Hi Guys,

My name is Frank and I'm new to Kayaking, and to posting in any type of forum. I was wondering if I could tag along on your next trip so I can pick your brains and learn as much as possible from you guys. I live in Calexico Ca. last stop in the US before crossing to Mexicali. I am Familiar with the San Felipe area and somewhat with Puetecitos. Went to Puertecitos a couple of weeks ago for My 1st Kayak fishing trip, hopefully the 1st of many to come. Still working on the details but I can either meet you guys at the Am/PM on 98 entering Calexico or meet you out in Gonzaga, as I'm still working with my schedule

[buddha]

Hi Guys,

My name is Frank and I'm new to Kayaking, and to posting in any type of forum. I was wondering if I could tag along on your next trip so I can pick your brains and learn as much as possible from you guys. I live in Calexico Ca. last stop in the US before crossing to Mexicali. I am Familiar with the San Felipe area and somewhat with Puetecitos. Went to Puertecitos a couple of weeks ago for My 1st Kayak fishing trip, hopefully the 1st of many to come. Still working on the details but I can either meet you guys at the Am/PM on 98 entering Calexico or meet you out in Gonzaga, as I'm still working with my schedule

Here is next year's schedule for baja trips. Just sign up for them or contact Makobob to join in on the fun.

http://www.bigwatersedge.com/bwevb/showthread.php?t=27124

[farreola]

what time do you guys usually get to Calexico and do you always stop at the AmPm...I saw the videos:). I was hoping i can catch the group there for the next upcoming trip.

[buddha]

what time do you guys usually get to Calexico and do you always stop at the AmPm...I saw the videos:). I was hoping i can catch the group there for the next upcoming trip.

We usually leave from El Cajon, CA at 5 AM. So approximately 2 hours more or less.

[makobob]

what time do you guys usually get to Calexico and do you always stop at the AmPm...I saw the videos:). I was hoping i can catch the group there for the next upcoming trip.

The next upcoming trip is the NEW Years trip and we should be at the am/pm around 7am. Please let me know if you are going.

[makobob]

A WEEK from now we will be fishing Asuncion.
JIM, so you want good spots?????? We know JUAN! Do you know JUAN? If not then you need to meet him. He has been catching WAHOO the last couple of weeks. And I am sure he would be happy to put you and some friends in his panga and show you what he knows. And that 150 YT spot, well it is no secret, just ask Sven.
Guys you can always rent a panga from Juan or other panga fishermen in Asuncion, or do it the BAJA or BUST way, just follow Rossman at 4 am to San Roque fish a few hours and come home around noon when the wind starts to build. The island is only about 2.5 miles from the launch, even Makobob can make the crossing. There is a reef about 1/2 way to the island that holds Yellows. BTW if you need help Sven has been known to TOW anglers home. Tight Lines and Fishy Dreams.
JIM, last trip down, Sven caught a WSB there............................................. ..in daylight!!!!!



HAHAHAHA!!! I've done Baja enough times. And I know the scouting required to dial in a new location. No fish stops for me and Robert. We're driving straight to Ross' place.

I'm also bring a few olive branch switches and I plan on riding Ross like the lean, mean, knowledgeable Baja burro that he is. Giddyup Rossie...take me to your 150 yellow spot...now let's go to your 40# spot...:paddleersmilie:

Jim

[makobob]

So it looks like everyone is leaving EARLY??? WHO will be meeting Sven, Buddha and me at the Mc Donalds? I think Jim, green scales and Kevin are all leaving early, is that right? Thanks guy's, tight lines. See you all soon.

[EastLosYaker]

Hey Bob, Still working out the logistics, but it looks like Greenscales and I will be leaving LA super early Sunday morning. Hope we can make it down before dark. I think Jim is also leaving Sunday morning, but they'll have a couple hour head start.

[buddha]

Hey Bob, Still working out the logistics, but it looks like Greenscales and I will be leaving LA super early Sunday morning. Hope we can make it down before dark. I think Jim is also leaving Sunday morning, but they'll have a couple hour head start.

Did you switch cooking days with either Jim or Greenscales?

Let Makobob know.

I am curious about this chicken you are cooking.

[rossman]

Hey Bob, Still working out the logistics, but it looks like Greenscales and I will be leaving LA super early Sunday morning. Hope we can make it down before dark. I think Jim is also leaving Sunday morning, but they'll have a couple hour head start.


I'm pretty sure Jim and Romspacenut are leaving Saturday morning. I'm sure you know this but the Baja 1000 is this week with start/finish in Ensenada. I think it finishes Sunday so that area will be a madhouse. Closures and detours will mess with your timing. The earlier the better through that area on Sunday.

[greenscales]

Race ends Saturday night - I have been caught in it on the road to PST, boy did I piss some
Racers off. Sunday are the awards in the AM and all other areas look like a Zombie Apocalypse and eerily quiet (1000 miles capped by shooting tequila until sunrise will do that). So driving in Sunday will have a couple small bad spots with other areas better than usual. Monday will be worse with school and farm worker busses and pedestrians in every town while others try to clean up the trash from the race.
I kept Wed for food since I need to be back by Sunday as well. Rossman - do I need to bring pans, etc. for cooking in?


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[rossman]

Race ends Saturday night - I have been caught in it on the road to PST, boy did I piss some
Racers off. Sunday are the awards in the AM and all other areas look like a Zombie Apocalypse and eerily quiet (1000 miles capped by shooting tequila until sunrise will do that). So driving in Sunday will have a couple small bad spots with other areas better than usual. Monday will be worse with school and farm worker busses and pedestrians in every town while others try to clean up the trash from the race.
I kept Wed for food since I need to be back by Sunday as well. Rossman - do I need to bring pans, etc. for cooking in?


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No need to bring pots and pans.

[MrPukaShell]

Have fun guys, safe travels

[greenscales]

Bob - what is the latest headcount for mid-week?

Who is interested in going in for a Panga for Wahoo or Tuna if they don't want to play w/the kayak?

If so, is it with bringing a Tld-30 II w/80 for the panga? Or is the Torium 20 w/65 sufficient?


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[rossman]

Bob - what is the latest headcount for mid-week?

Who is interested in going in for a Panga for Wahoo or Tuna if they don't want to play w/the kayak?

If so, is it with bringing a Tld-30 II w/80 for the panga? Or is the Torium 20 w/65 sufficient?


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While I have only been out with Juan once after tuna, I think the Tld would be a better outfit for that style of fishing. Mainly because there is a serious problem with the lobos on the tuna grounds. Once bit, you crank like hell with a buttoned down drag while Juan backs down on the fish. If the fight lasts over 45 seconds you will probably lose it to ths dogs. Sort of meat fishing and not sport fishing. My score was 3 to 5 with the lobos on top. I have a TLD II rig here if you want to use it. Again, only been out once but I talk to Juan almost every he he goes out and it seems to be an ongoing problem.

[makobob]

Head count for people will be 8, as to panga why not. Might be fun. You guys have a safe trip down and we should see you on the 23rd about dark. Tight Lines and Fishy Dreams.


Bob - what is the latest headcount for mid-week?

Who is interested in going in for a Panga for Wahoo or Tuna if they don't want to play w/the kayak?

If so, is it with bringing a Tld-30 II w/80 for the panga? Or is the Torium 20 w/65 sufficient?


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[makobob]

TWO WEEKS until NEW YEARS trip to GONZAGA. Leaving the 26th of December.
WSB, Totuava (must release), Cabrillo, bass, triggers and few corvina are on the chew. Plenty of fish, food and friends.

ANGLERS ARE:

SDROB
Rossman
Makobob
Ferreola
Baja_Traveler
Mahizeer
PapaDave


Still room for a couple more amigos to fish with us. New Years Eve will be at the restaurant, ribs, bbq chicken and drinks. Rob and Bob are hosting. Wine and beer will be served, if you need something harder, BYOB and mix. Tight Lines, and Fishy Dreams. We wish you ALL a very Merry Christmas and HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!!!!

[Dannowar]

Been watching the wind all month. Might be headed down with my boat.

[makobob]

Danny you are always welcome to join us, just let me know as soon as..............
BTW one of the guys last weekend was BOOMED!!! at Buefeo. He never got in range however.


Been watching the wind all month. Might be headed down with my boat.

[Parrotfish-Paul]

Wish I could be there. Will be in SD but will be busy the first week. Look forward to hitting the river while out there and hope that you can make it Mako.

[PapaDave]

TWO WEEKS until NEW YEARS trip to GONZAGA. Leaving the 26th of December.
WSB, Totuava (must release), Cabrillo, bass, triggers and few corvina are on the chew. Plenty of fish, food and friends.

ANGLERS ARE:

SDROB
Rossman
Makobob
Ferreola
Baja_Traveler
Mahigeer

Still room for a couple more amigos to fish with us. New Years Eve will be at the restaurant, ribs, bbq chicken and drinks. Rob and Bob are hosting. Wine and beer will be served, if you need something harder, BYOB and mix. Tight Lines, and Fishy Dreams. We wish you ALL a very Merry Christmas and HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!!!!

And me! What is BOOMED?

[makobob]

When WSB are close you can hear them croaking, when close you can almost feel them in your head when they croak. Boom, Boom, Boom. You just got BOOMED.
Tight lines.


And me! What is BOOMED?

[Dannowar]

Brain rattlers

[makobob]

TWO WEEKS and counting. Baja here we come, just in time for NEW YEARS. We will be meeting at Johnnys Shell station in El Cajon at 5 am on the morning of 26 December.
1st stop Calixeco am/pm about 7am for fuel. 2nd stop San Felipe for fuel and breakfast. Last stop Gonzaga around 1 pm. Maybe time to fish before dinner.
Rob and I going down 19th to check it out, will update at that time.

[Mahigeer]

Are we going to have a Xmas tree there?

What about eggnog?

Chesnutt for roasting?

New Year’s hats? Whistles? Noise makers?

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95 and counting.

[Dannowar]

This is gonna be sweeeeeeeet.

[makobob]

Xmas tree at restaurant yes at camp no.
Eggnog probably not.
Chestnuts, sorry NEVER had one.
Hats, whistles, noise makers, I don't think so as none of us will make it until midnight. Sorry that looks like a lot of no's, but lot's of food and drink among amigos. And BTW no dancing girls that I know of.


Are we going to have a Xmas tree there?

What about eggnog?

Chesnutt for roasting?

New Year’s hats? Whistles? Noise makers?

xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx xxx
95 and counting.

[Zed]

Noise makers?

theres a good cohete stand in san felipe.

[makobob]

theres a good cohete stand in san felipe.

Hashem to save you ONE question. Cohete is fireworks.

[Mahigeer]

Thanks for the save!

Look like my list is getting longer.

[wolfman]

Hi, I am interested! Do you have room for me? I sent you a pm with my contact info

[buddha]

Can you put me down for tentative and I will be bringing my Doctor friend Al.

We will probably go from Monday to Friday.

I will let you know when I check my schedule and his.

[makobob]

YES
READ this thread then ask your questions here.


Hi, I am interested! Do you have room for me? I sent you a pm with my contact info

[makobob]

YES
Not a problem.


Can you put me down for tentative and I will be bringing my Doctor friend Al.

We will probably go from Monday to Friday.

I will let you know when I check my schedule and his.

[Mahigeer]

Good to see more people joining us.

I saw a video of last year's NE party. In a segment Bob's wish was for five (5) more "new" people to join him for the next (2015) year's party.

What a guy.

Looks like his wish maybe granted.


It will be an asset to have a medical Dr. with us. So Buddha if you cannot make it, just send the Dr. anyways.

Just to get in the mood, I watched the YouTube video of the Baja trip made by Ful-rac. Thanks Tony.
Now I see how much different Sven looks. I almost did not recognize him.

[makobob]

I just wanted 5 new people to follow me down to Baja for 2015. You among others made that a reality. So my wish for last year came true, did others also achieve their goals? Tells us about it.


Good to see more people joining us.

I saw a video of last year's NE party. In a segment Bob's wish was for five (5) more "new" people to join him for the next (2015) year's party.

What a guy.

Looks like his wish maybe granted.


It will be an asset to have a medical Dr. with us. So Buddha if you cannot make it, just send the Dr. anyways.

Just to get in the mood, I watched the YouTube video of the Baja trip made by Ful-rac. Thanks Tony.
Now I see how much different Sven looks. I almost did not recognize him.

[buddha]

Good to see more people joining us.

I saw a video of last year's NE party. In a segment Bob's wish was for five (5) more "new" people to join him for the next (2015) year's party.

What a guy.

Looks like his wish maybe granted.


It will be an asset to have a medical Dr. with us. So Buddha if you cannot make it, just send the Dr. anyways.

Just to get in the mood, I watched the YouTube video of the Baja trip made by Ful-rac. Thanks Tony.
Now I see how much different Sven looks. I almost did not recognize him.

So you don't want me on the trip and just have my doctor friend come? I know most people on bwe don't really care for me but this takes the cake. There is no damn way he would come down without me!

[Mahigeer]

Can you put me down for tentative and I will be bringing my Doctor friend Al.

We will probably go from Monday to Friday.

I will let you know when I check my schedule and his.

Of course I want you to be there, you must have misunderstood me.

We need your skills as the master chef, and your company.

Hope you can make it.

Sorry for the kidding.

[wolfman]

I have room for one guy and 4 more kayaks...I have no problem taking your kayak down so you can carpool. Call me @ 619 850 2742 Michael

[farreola]

Will you be staying the entire week? If not whcich days will you be going?

[makobob]

Will you be staying the entire week? If not whcich days will you be going?

I drive down on the 26th, and drive back on the 2nd.

[wolfman]

X 2

[buddha]

Ok the good Doctor can not make it this time.

I will make it and will cook the first day of the trip.

Chicken, sausage, potatoes, etc.

[Mahigeer]

There are two cooks for the first night and none for the second night.

We need new assignments.

New Years Gonzaga 26 December to 2 Jan 2016

CONFIRMED ANGLERS
SDROB
Rossman
Makobob
Ferreola
Baja_Traveler
Buddha
Mahigeer
Wolf


Anyone else needs to confirm. Jackets NOT optional, evenings will be cool to cold.

COOKING NIGHTS

26 Ferreola carne asada
27
28 Baja_Traveler pulled pork sandwiches
29 PapaDave Burgers
30 Mahigeer pork chops at restaurant
31 Makobob/SDROB ribs and bbq chicken at restaurant
1 Makobob shrimp and fish at restaurant
2 HOME

Only TWO WEEKS to go. White sea bass ARE in the area NOW. Totuava and cabrilla are also on the chew. Panga available to rent. Tight Lines.

[Dannowar]

Dude. You're missing the spirit of Baja. Relax. You will not starve.

[farreola]

Thats fine, I can cook the 2nd night.

[Mahigeer]

Dude. You're missing the spirit of Baja. Relax. You will not starve.

Not at all.

I was just pointing a scheduling conflict. Seems it is settled.

[makobob]

Dude. You're missing the spirit of Baja. Relax. You will not starve.

So Danny, met Dan and Steve this weekend, see you around the 27th, have room at the inn. See you then, YT and Cabrilla also BOOMERS in the area, hope you are ready to have your brains rattled. 30 and 40 pounders last year. Full moon on the 25th.

4 DAYS and COUNTING.
Hashem, never a problem, it alway works out. Papa Dave will not be coming, life got in the way for him, but we will just have fish that night as Danny will shoot us a nice cabrilla/snapper or WSB.

For those in the caravan, please post here so I know who to expect at Johnnys Shell station, we will be leaving there around 5 am on the 26th. Tight Lines all.

[makobob]

Just returned last night. Weather was 70 day, 40 at night, winds less than 10 during the day, more at night.

We did not fish but sierra seem to be gone, divers saw YT up to 20 lbs, cabrilla and grouper over 20#, WSB in the area. Still some corvina on the beaches. Commercials getting small sharks and illegal totuava. About 15 pangas left, the others are toughing it out a while longer. Lots of bass and triggers, small roosters at gonzaga.

[Baja_Traveler]

I'll be at johnnys shell station sometime around 4:45 on the 26th.

[makobob]

I'll be at johnnys shell station sometime around 4:45 on the 26th.

I'll see you there Kai, and Ross. What about the rest of you guy's?

[Mahigeer]

It goes without saying, but I will say it anyways.

I will be there too.

We should exchange cell numbers at the station to be able to be in touch while on the road.

Even though some like me may not have service there.

[makobob]

Kai, Hashem, Makobob, Jeff will be at Johnny's Shell at 5am leaving for Gonzaga. Anyone else meeting us there?????
Rob and Ross should be in Gonzaga TODAY. Danny and friends will arrive on the 27th. We should be at the AmPm on 98 at 7am in Calixico, To pick up Farreola. WOLFMAN, where are you meeting us???


It goes without saying, but I will say it anyways.

I will be there too.

We should exchange cell numbers at the station to be able to be in touch while on the road.

Even though some like me may not have service there.

[Dannowar]

Heard you ran into my buddy Daniel, Bob! were bringing him back down on sun day so it will be me +2. let me know if sleeping at your place is still doable, ill bring the fish.

[makobob]

Heard you ran into my buddy Daniel, Bob! were bringing him back down on sun day so it will be me +2. let me know if sleeping at your place is still doable, ill bring the fish.

Sleeping at my place will work, inside or outside, and Rob is there with the OTHER place so room at the inn should not be a problem. See you soon.

[buddha]

What is the total count for the amount of people I need to cook for the first day??

[makobob]

What is the total count for the amount of people I need to cook for the first day??

Looks like there will be 8 for the first night Jeff.

[farreola]

I will meet you guys at Am/Pm in Calexico at 7am... I'll be the only guy with a kayak ontop of his truck:D What is the head count for the 2nd day?

[Dannowar]

We will take care of our own food. It's too hectic to cook for 11. Also if anyone wants to cruise out to the islands in my center console you're more than welcome. Bring some flat fall jigs and some irons and slay it while we dive.

[wolfman]

I will be @ the shell in el cajon sat 430 am...I can cook for everybody whatever night is needed and i brought some firewood...Yahoooo

[Dannowar]

well with the bad weather we got one day total in the water. hit about 5 or 6 island spots that usually hold good fish, visibility was about 2 feet so we just did some recon work and headed home a couple days early. Drove around the sheltered side of san Luis and had a little cliff jumping fun/terror. Thanks to everyone who cooked, told jokes, gave me awesome food recipes, and made this trip worth the 7 hour drive. Promise more dead fish when the weather settles. Big thanks as usual to Bob/Rob for hosting us. its always nice to get down south with the crew. Cheers and happy new year!


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heres a short clip of some cool cliffs we found. i wimped out on the 80 footer due to loose gravel at the edge.
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[buddha]

It was great meeting the Dannys, Eric, Frank, Michael and the old guard again: Rob, Ross, Mahiger, and of course Mako.

Thanks Mahi for all the great snacks on the trip and the calendar planner but sorry I will not teach you my backgammon strategies!

Danny try that brisket recipe and let me know how it comes out. Let me know if you can make the bbq seminar.

Good meeting you Frank, when you are in San Diego let me know and we will chow down on some Asian food.

Rob let me know if you want to come to my bbq seminar.

Mako: thanks for everything. Next year I want you to sing Karaoke with the locals in SPANISH!

[makobob]

We pretty much got blown out. Couple days fishing, turned over water, low temps made for poor fishing. Windy 10-25 most of week. Lot's of good food and nice New Years Eve PARTY. Ask Buddha about singing in Spanish, he really rocked the party.

NEXT TRIP
23-30 Jan 2016 GONZAGA, OPEN to all BWE members. FULL MOON trip.
This will be a working trip for me, and a FISHING trip for you. Should be WSB for you to catch. I should have all the materials to put the roof up over the concrete pad there by then. So come on out to help or come on out to FISH.

It looks like New Years next year will BE IN MAG BAY. Tight Lines

[Mahigeer]

We left the camp at 7:20 AM on Saturday, and I Just got home after a five (5) hrs. stop at the Pechanga Casino.

I will have some pictures and report later in the week.

Nice meeting new crew and revisiting the October crew.

The fire pit was mesmerizing.

[Baja_Traveler]

Fishing may have been blown out, but enjoying like-minded company and good food is what i missed. Spent Xmas Eve through Sunday flat on my back in pain with a pinched nerve. Chiropractor tied me up in a knot and straightened everything out on Monday.
I'll get to Gonzaga one of these days...

[makobob]

Well Kai, lets hope you are feeling better now. Gonzaga is waiting. Your DAY will come.


Fishing may have been blown out, but enjoying like-minded company and good food is what i missed. Spent Xmas Eve through Sunday flat on my back in pain with a pinched nerve. Chiropractor tied me up in a knot and straightened everything out on Monday.
I'll get to Gonzaga one of these days...

[farreola]

Had a Great time, will most definitely be back. Looks like the 23 is doable.

[makobob]

Had a Great time, will most definitely be back. Looks like the 23 is doable.

Just put you on my list for the 23rd, meet at AM/PM around 7am.

[Dannowar]

I'm gonna watch the weather again and hopefully we get a window

[619-SWIM-DOG]

My wife is going to Kansas with the kids in April. So was wondering if April 6-11 would work for Baja?? Im open to other days, She flies out the 5th at 10am. I just need to set it up with work and Im good.

[makobob]

DOG the whole month of April is available as of now. I will put 5-11 on schedule but please let me know what your command says. Thanks.


My wife is going to Kansas with the kids in April. So was wondering if April 6-11 would work for Baja?? Im open to other days, She flies out the 5th at 10am. I just need to set it up with work and Im good.

[Dannowar]

See you Sunday bob!!

[flyfishinsteve64]

Hi Bob,
I might be in for that feb. 20th trip.

can you share your plans when you get a chance.

Tks.
Steve

[Dannowar]

great conditions all week. one of my favorite trips to Baja yet. great people and great adventures.

Oh, and Bob, guess what i saw finally.......




:wsb:BIG BIG BIG


Fished three solid days. Rancho grande was out of gas for a couple of them, it had me sweating a little bit, but sometimes a smooth trip stays smooth, and gas was ready by the time we left.


one day fish haul, not bad. all fish shot in less than 20 feet of water. the spotted rose snapper was under a ledge 6 feet deep. many cabrilla were sleeping on top of boulders 2 feet deep getting some sun.


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Not a bad view....Looking north from Casa de Mako.

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and of course, the best part about baja. The Dos xx Ballenon!

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More sunset porn

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Saludos! And a huge thanks as usual to our host with the most.

[makobob]

When the cabrilla are sitting like that in shallow water, the poppers work great. Nothing in the world gets your heart racing like a 10 plus pound cabrilla EXPLODING on your plug.

Was that a SVEN size WSB??? or bigger???

Glad your last day was as good as the first. I never saw the wind above 10mph and usually below 5. Nice weather window.

[SDROB]

Way to go Danny! Thanks for the report... It got me all Jelly sitting here at work!

Here's that link that I was telling you about last time in Gonzaga about the triggerfish biting that diver in the nutz.

https://youtu.be/-prWsazmqpM

https://youtu.be/-prWsazmqpM

[Dannowar]

the seabass was sven plus ten.....



i thought it was a shark. we made eye contact and i was almost hypnotized. by the time i could even process what i saw he was gone. i swam all the way back in, grabbed a bigger gun, got back out and the pangas rolled in VERY close, seemed to have scared EVERYTHING away.


Pierre says he got his brain shook while i was gone...... sounded thick.....



Oh and i left behind a 9" flex bubba blade that might have been yours :doh:

and the Mexican book of slang for anyone who wants blend in......




Thanks again MakoBob

[Dannowar]

Way to go Danny! Thanks for the report... It got me all Jelly sitting here at work!

Here's that link that I was telling you about last time in Gonzaga about the triggerfish biting that diver in the nutz.

https://youtu.be/-prWsazmqpM

https://youtu.be/-prWsazmqpM



BAHAHAHAHA thats too classic

[buddha]

Save some fish for my baja trip in march.

[makobob]

Save some fish for my baja trip in march.

JEFF, it is the time of year for the cabrilla to show up in the shallows, usually hens pre spawn. WSB too, Sven plus ten for those of you who do not know would be WSB in the 50's and 60's. Tight Lines.

BTW one diver on this trip took a 75 pound Gulf Grouper. He shot it in about 25 feet of water.

[makobob]

Just back from another trip to paradise.
Weather, day one and two no WIND. ZERO. Day three nice morning, afternoon windy to 15 plus. Day four WINDY 10-20 ALL day. Days 5,6, and 7 again NO WIND!!!!!!! Temp 75-80 all week, nights lows of 45-60. GREAT for camp fires. Bring a jacket AND fire wood...................
Krocks and slow trolled plastics got the job done. Plastics from 4-12 inches worked well, slow trolled within 50 feet of the rocks. Bass, a few triggers, sierra were small, cabrilla over 15 pounds and orange mouth Corvina over 10 pounds were right on the beach. Yes one day YT were caught to 20 pounds. GONZAGA BAY was the hot area with double hook ups on the cabrilla, and 3-4 pound corvina in the back side bay behind Alphonsinas. Tight Lines.

[Dannowar]

Headed down the 20th for sure. Might head down Sunday weather permitting

[makobob]

Spring is almost gone. Temps now in the 80's, fishing is getting hotter. Enjoy theCortez before it gets too hot. Lots of Sierra, YT mostly rats but some to 20 are around, cabrilla and gulf grooper plus spotties. Still seeing some schools of Rooster Fish. Tight Lines Amigos.

[makobob]

Going to be 80's to 90's this week, Sat and Sun might see winds 15-18 but rest of week winds at less then 10. So pretty nice overall. Going to attemt to stand on Outback this week? Gonna be furn Hope to see you there. Next Baja trip will Be San Quintin Halibyt Tourney followe by leaving there forPunta Baja, Soccorro. Tight Lines.

[farreola]

I left a Bending Branch Angler Ace paddle at Bob's place and it has gone missing. I'm thinking someone took it by mistake. Please PM if you happen to of taken the paddle. I can meet somewhere and pick it up.

Farreola

[makobob]

Next Gonzaga trip will be leaving the 14th or 15th of July ANYONE can come down. I plan on leaving on 14 July from Johnny's Shell station in El Cajon at 4 am and arriving at our place around 11 am leaving you all afternoon to fish. I found water temps this last trip to be 85 degrees, air temps in the mid 90's daytime and 80-85 at might. It is hot there. WE sleep outside this time of year. Last week you did not need a sheet to cover yourself at night.
This is a FULL MOON trip. Crocks caught fish from the beach, triggers, bass, cabrilla and Corvina. The fly guys did well both from their yaks and from the beach. No YT last week, but a few sierra and the usuals. Saw Roosters over 40 pounds, caught a couple smaller ones, about 2 pounds. Looks like winds less than 10 mph first couple of days????? Will update wind speeds as trip gets closer. Tight Lines. If interested please post here.

[makobob]

Leaving 28th of December for our Place in paradise. New Years Eve Party at the restaurant, then a few days fishing. Open to all, hope to see you there.

[Mahigeer]

May we have the updated list of the upcoming trips?


Thanks.

[brew]

I am still planning on the Magdalena Bay trip. Dec 30-Jan 9th.

This trip is still a go correct?

[makobob]

I had to cancel, but you guys could still go. I am still having problem getting my foot to heal. Mag Bay is just too far from a Doctor if I need one. Sorry.


I am still planning on the Magdalena Bay trip. Dec 30-Jan 9th.

This trip is still a go correct?

[makobob]

2017? you ask? 1st trip starts 28 Dec for New Years at Gonzaga. Trip could be blown out as far as fishing goes.
2nd trip June to San Quintin for Halibut Tourney, dates to be determined soon, it will just be a Saturday Tournament, I will go from there to Punta Baja or Gonzaga depending on weather.
3rd trip will be two weeks in October for October on the FLY, these two trips are already 1/2 full.
There will be other trips if someone asks for a specific trip with dates, if not I will be posting MY Gonzaga trips for the spring before Christmas. I will try to give you time to plan, BUT if you give me dates that always works best. Tight Lines, and Happy Holidays.


May we have the updated list of the upcoming trips?


Thanks.

[Mahigeer]

Thanks.

Since I made my reservation for Canada trip--July 31-August 17, it is unlikely that I make the October trip Ken Jones already said that he won't be going.


I would like to try my Sentri Pass when I get it. It would also be good if it was not during the very hot months.

[wolfman]

I'm sorry to hear that your foot is still giving you a hard time!I suggest you take it very serious and do what you have to the first time. Are you able to do the new year trip? I would like to get more info about mag bay trip. I am thinking about taking my boat down....who is organizing this trip/who should I talk to? If I go I can take 1 other guy!

[makobob]

I'm sorry to hear that your foot is still giving you a hard time!I suggest you take it very serious and do what you have to the first time. Are you able to do the new year trip? I would like to get more info about mag bay trip. I am thinking about taking my boat down....who is organizing this trip/who should I talk to? If I go I can take 1 other guy!

CONTACT BREW, he is still going.

[makobob]

Just added Gonzaga on the FLY and MAG BAY TRIPS, also if you have dates for a trip YOU would like added please contact me. Thanks. Tight Lives.

[Denis_Ruso]

Hey Bob,

I was hoping to do a birthday trip to Gonzaga in the beginning of September with a couple of friends. September 2-9th if you would be ok with us camping out at your place. Trip would be open to anyone.

This is a perfect opportunity over Labor Day weekend to only take 4 days off work and get 8 days in Paradise.

[makobob]

Hey Bob,

I was hoping to do a birthday trip to Gonzaga in the beginning of September with a couple of friends. September 2-9th if you would be ok with us camping out at your place. Trip would be open to anyone.

This is a perfect opportunity over Labor Day weekend to only take 4 days off work and get 8 days in Paradise.

I do have a private group there at that time but should not be a problem Howeven it would not be open to others as that might overcrowd it. Set it up with your group and let me know. Thanks.

[Denis_Ruso]

I do have a private group there at that time but should not be a problem Howeven it would not be open to others as that might overcrowd it. Set it up with your group and let me know. Thanks.

Looks like we are a go for Sept 2-9. It's a total of 4 of us and possibly a 5th.

If it ends up being a bit crowded, we'll try our luck at Papa Fernandez/Alfonsinas for a few days as well.

[Drift421]

Hey there makobob I'm new to this site and I see you do a gonzaga bay trip. My brother and I are both avid yak fishermen and have been wanting to fish baja for sometime now. Iv just started doing some research and came across your YouTube videos. I'd love to tag along on one of these trips. Can you send some info? Thanks

[makobob]

Hey there makobob I'm new to this site and I see you do a gonzaga bay trip. My brother and I are both avid yak fishermen and have been wanting to fish baja for sometime now. Iv just started doing some research and came across your YouTube videos. I'd love to tag along on one of these trips. Can you send some info? Thanks

Next scheduled trips to Gonzaga are in September and October. Pm me for specifics.

[cobra]

Any new info on trips down there this or next month.

[makobob]

Any new info on trips down there this or next month.

I have posts running on Gonzaga on the fly, for October, Asuncion, thanksgiving with Rossman in November and Mag Bay 26 December thru 7 Jan 2018. I have not set up any trips for 2018 yet.

So if you have a set of dates you want to be in camp, let me know and I will get set up, if you want a trip to a different location, let me know and will see what we can do.

Usually in October I will post the times I will be in Gonzaga and let the community know and you can sign up to follow me to paradise. I will also post trips to other destinations. San Quintin, Asuncion, Mag Bay and places in between like Canpo Rene, Abreajos, punta Quebrada, punta Eugenia, punts Baja, punta Final are areas I've been to in the lasr few years. Where do you want to plan a trip to? 2018 is open to suggestions NOW.

[greenscales]

I have posts running on Gonzaga on the fly, for October, Asuncion, thanksgiving with Rossman in November and Mag Bay 26 December thru 7 Jan 2018. I have not set up any trips for 2018 yet.



So if you have a set of dates you want to be in camp, let me know and I will get set up, if you want a trip to a different location, let me know and will see what we can do.



Usually in October I will post the times I will be in Gonzaga and let the community know and you can sign up to follow me to paradise. I will also post trips to other destinations. San Quintin, Asuncion, Mag Bay and places in between like Canpo Rene, Abreajos, punta Quebrada, punta Eugenia, punts Baja, punta Final are areas I've been to in the lasr few years. Where do you want to plan a trip to? 2018 is open to suggestions NOW.



How are the road conditions after the storm?


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[makobob]

How are the road conditions after the storm?


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To our place ok, further south maybe another day or two, there are damaged roads and washouts so travel will be slower in some areas. Expect to see more animals on the roads, not a time to drive after dark.

[Glenlivinit]

I am interested in the Mag Bay trip, looking forward to October!
I posted on Mako Ville site- if you need any help with repairs, additions, whatever, let me know and I will be happy to bring some tools and materials for you ! Doitguy Handyman :)

[makobob]

I am interested in the Mag Bay trip, looking forward to October!
I posted on Mako Ville site- if you need any help with repairs, additions, whatever, let me know and I will be happy to bring some tools and materials for you ! Doitguy Handyman :)

Will be good to have you on board for both trips. Will talk latter, as today I get loaded to leave for Gonzaga tonight, tight lines and welcome to paradise.

[stevie951]

I am interested in the Mag Bay trip, looking forward to October!
I posted on Mako Ville site- if you need any help with repairs, additions, whatever, let me know and I will be happy to bring some tools and materials for you ! Doitguy Handyman :)

Nice first post :luxhello::notworthy::cheers1: