BAJA or BUST 2017 Trips

[makobob]

Trips for 2017 Let me know if going or if you have dates that YOU want to be there. Jan trips are for me to get materials down for the spring projects to maybe finish the place. Thanks.


Jan 16-20 Materials delivery for kitchen windows.
Jan 27-31 Materials for kitcken, DRONE test and fish weather permiting.
March 9-12 Trying to finish Kitchen Counter top
March 19-28 Spring Break Chuck D.
April 2-8 Gonzaga, MrPukaShell.
April 17-24 Gonzaga Mahigeer +Red Sled Team.
April 29-May 13 Kentucky trip Walrus and brothers.
May 24-31 Gonzaga for Memorial day.
June San Quintin Halibut Tourney
Oct 15-21 Gonzaga on the Fly Week ONE
Oct 22-30 Gonzaga on the FLY Week TWO
Nov ASUNCION with Rossman
Christmas/New Years MAG BAY

[Mahigeer]

I am starting to put my list together.

I need to do some work on the kayak as well. I have bought some accessories long ago and yet to install them.

This trip is a good push to do it.

I am YES, YES, AND YES.

[HobieScot]

I want to go if I can get the time off from work. But they can't let me know until October


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[buddha]

I told Defjack to check in hopefully he finds this thread and confirms but I know he wants to go.

[makobob]

There might be a spot open but it is first come first served. Let me know when you get approval.
Jeff I'll keep an eye out for Jack.


I want to go if I can get the time off from work. But they can't let me know until October


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[defjack]

Im going for so a yes for me. Jack:luxhello:

[makobob]

Im going for so a yes for me. Jack:luxhello:

Defjack is going.........to out fish us all!!!!

[HobieScot]

We do plan to make the obligatory stop in puerto Nuevo on the way down right?


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[makobob]

We do plan to make the obligatory stop in puerto Nuevo on the way down right?


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NOT
We are fishing the SEA of Cortez, and I believe Puerto Nuevo is north of Ensenada on the Pacific coast, about 100 miles out of the way.

[Zed]

Ill take Geography for 2000 Alex.

[ful-rac]

Ill take Geography for 2000 Alex.

....it's a daily double...!

Pew pew pew pew pew pew pew pew pew pew pew ! :luxhello:

[HobieScot]

NOT

We are fishing the SEA of Cortez, and I believe Puerto Nuevo is north of Ensenada on the Pacific coast, about 100 miles out of the way.


"Opens mapquest"
Now I understand
Hence the 88 degree water temps

I just thought we were going to be on the pacific side!

Sweeeeeeet!!

Now I'm really looking forward to the trip
I've only fished/dove the pacific side. I've never dove the GW Pupping grounds before


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[makobob]

Possibally your best trip EVER. I know it should not be your worst trip. I will have another group there in September and there will be a some posts about their trip. Expect to see them here around the 25-28 of September. Last years October trip had some yakers catching 100+ fish days.


"Opens mapquest"
Now I understand
Hence the 88 degree water temps

I just thought we were going to be on the pacific side!

Sweeeeeeet!!

Now I'm really looking forward to the trip
I've only fished/dove the pacific side. I've never dove the GW Pupping grounds before


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[HobieScot]

Possibally your best trip EVER. I know it should not be your worst trip. I will have another group there in September and there will be a some posts about their trip. Expect to see them here around the 25-28 of September. Last years October trip had some yakers catching 100+ fish days.


It's been a few years since I've had a 100 fish day. Yes it was also in Baja. Those are the kind of days you need to take a break from fishing just to give your arms a rest! Then you wake up the next day and every muscle is sore and you do it all over again! 👍🏼

Yes sir I sure do miss Baja!


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[Mahigeer]

Those are the kind of days you need to take a break from fishing just to give your arms a rest! Then you wake up the next day and every muscle is sore and you do it all over again! ����


That is why I have Bengay cream and Ibuprofen on my "long", alphabetized and colorized list.

[makobob]

But I thought it was because you were getting old and tired, thanks for straightening me out.

Guys remember there are lots of different senarios there. Last year all the bait schools were small 1-2 inch fish, and we all needed to down size to smaller lures. You know, match the hatch. If some of you want to free dive, talk it over and figure it out. If some want to take a panga, let me know so I can let the capt know what days you need him for. Most stuff we can figure out there but it is better to pre plan. Tight lines.


That is why I have Bengay cream and Ibuprofen on my "long", alphabetized and colorized list.

[Mahigeer]

I did a lot of research before taking a trip to Cedros Island to stay and fish there.

One of the recommendations of someone who had been there before, was to bring Bengay and the Ibuprofen. I did take them and use them there.


Currently I am working on putting together the items on my list.

[makobob]

SoCalYak and Danjor WHERE ARE YOU. Are you guys still in or can someone else have your spot?
6 of us are leaving on Tuesday morning headed back to Gonzaga, we will be coming back on the 17th. We should post about that trip a few days later. Things to remember, sun protection. Small jigs, wire leaders, gaff, gunny sack drinks and snacks. Bring a spoon, fork, knife, and a cup. We use paper plates as they burn and less cleanup. Tight lines.

[makobob]

BUMP

Danjor and SoCalYak where are you? Still coming on this trip?

[makobob]

A MONTH from today some of us will be fishing in paradise.

Mr Pukashell
Svendawg
CookieMonster
Buddha
Mahigeer
Defjack
Monstafish
Gr8fuldude
Makobob

GunRunner would like to join us but needs a ride so if you have room in your truck please let me know. He is active duty military. We also have room for a couple more fishermen......................

We just got back earlier today and you should have a report on that trip soon.

MAHIGEER you will have the opportunity of a lifetime, there are fish all over down there. We saw, Yellows, Cabrilla, needle fish, Corvina, Bass, Triggers, Grunts, Sierra and others. Turtles, whale sharks, rays too. YOUR mission should you accept it will be to TEACH ME to post pictures. Your reward will be a trip you should never forget and MOORE pictures from my future trips..

As for food this last trip we ate most nights at the restaurant, it was quick, easy, no prep, no cleanup and good food. We supplied the meat, they cooked it family style and it cost us $5.00 per head plus drinks and tips, they served salads, rice, beans, tortillas and salsa along side our meat or fish. By doing it this way we just dropped off our frozen meat when we got there and it went into their freezer until the day it was needed. We ate around 5:30 each evening and had time to fish after dinner. Breakfast and lunch are on you so bring what you like. I will do breakfast burritos a couple mornings for those who do not leave at first light.

[buddha]

Travis Orthman is in the military and is planning on coming but he needs to carpool for this trip. I beleive that he contacted Mr Puka Shell.

[makobob]

Great, hope they post here so I know what is happening. This is going to be the BEST trip of the year.


Travis Orthman is in the military and is planning on coming but he needs to carpool for this trip. I beleive that he contacted Mr Puka Shell.

[Mahigeer]

Welcome back Bob.

How was it? Any fish stories? Any pictures?

[makobob]

Welcome back Bob.

How was it? Any fish stories? Any pictures?

GO back to the end of the 1st page of this post.

[Mahigeer]

Thanks Bob.

I myself get lost using this thing called computer.

However, this is how I have learned to post pictures. Others may have a better way.

First I upload from either the camera, or using the card in the camera to a website called Picasa3.com.

Once you register on the site, you just click on "upload" icon and it does it.

Then I choose the pictures I want to save and give it a file name.

Once it is loaded on Picasa3, I again chose the pictures that I want to post and click on "export" icon. This provides a file on the computer.

In the past, I was able to get an "IMG" link from Picasa3. For some reason I cannot now.


Thus, I now go to another website called photobucket.com. Once I upload from my computer to photobucket, it provides me with the "IMG" code.

When you insert the IMG code in the text box, the picture appears on the screen.


The moral of the story is that somehow you need an IMG code for every picture to post that pictures.

It can be intimidating at first, but it becomes second nature once you try several times.


This is an example of an IMG code. I made it incomplete, so the code and not the picture appears here.

http://i444.photobucket.com/albums/qq163/balickchi/DSCN2303.jpg[/IMG]



If I can do it anybody can do it.

[Mahigeer]

Here is the picture of the above IMG code.


http://i444.photobucket.com/albums/qq163/balickchi/DSCN2303.jpg (http://s444.photobucket.com/user/balickchi/media/DSCN2303.jpg.html)

[makobob]

Mahigeer and Gr8fuldude, this is for YOU. We left San Diego full of fuel, topped off in San Filipe for $50.00 then filled up when I got back to Vista for $71.00. So for the October trip you can expect to pay about $40.00 each for diesel fuel. Truck averaged 19.6 MPG, with just a little over 3000 miles on it.

[walrus]

I want to start with a big shout out for what MakoBob is doing making these trips sooooooo good. The new camp he's working on finishing by the end of the year can only be described a location "fishing trip to remember for a lifetime" GOOD!

Thanks again Mako for everything. The other members of the private trip will take a couple of weeks off next year to drive a total of fourty-five hundred miles just to do it again, and that in it's self is a testament to how great of a time you provide.

FISHING REPORT for the October group.

Things started out pretty slow because of weather (over one inch of rain in a hour on Wednesday night) mucking up the water to near zero visibility. The water quickly clear up, and the clearer it got the better the bite. The fish are biting everything jigs, plugs, spoons. swimmers, spinbaits and irons.

The Rooster fish are out in force all along the beach, a nod to the fly fishermen. I did not even try to target them. I caught my personal best Sierra, big and fat. Lots of Spotted Bass, Rivera Grouper, and some monster Triggerfish mixed in with the usual sized. Released a half dozen small Leopard Grouper (Cabrilla) and one that pushed 9 or 10 pounds (also released). The fish of the week however were the Orange Mouth Corvina, lots were caught in the 19 to 24 inch range, but we saw larger ones that would take the jig we were using.

I found a small group of Yellowtail near the cliffs in 18 feet of water tearing up a bait school. A quick cast and I was hooked up before the splash settled, and two seconds later it was running down between the rocks and broke my line. I grabbed my backup rig and tossed out a candy bar again, same result as before. The water was two shallow with to many boulders to stop from being rocked. The next few days I charged every bait school I saw active on the surface, but didn't find the yellows again.

While fishing the beach for Corvina we witnessed a large feeding frenzy of some large fish a half to three quarters of a mile out. The boil broken into two distinct boils and lasted just over ten minutes. We could not get there in time.

It's great fishing right now, water temperature was 88 degrees F. You guys are in for a great trip, take plenty of tackle and take some wire at times.

[makobob]

Thank you and your brothers, Ben it was another great trip. As you know the camp is moving along, Concrete floor and ramp should be done by mid October with the bathrooms following in November. Should be ready to host a dozen people for NEW YEAR'S 2016!!! I plan on leaving here on the 26/27th of Dec and coming back on the 9th of Jan 2016. BWE is invited, this place is dedicated to our COMMUNITY. You need not come for the whole trip. Come and stay a few days or the whole time. Last year Chuck D nailed WSB two days in a row. It is easy to get to and if you cannot caravan with me I will have signs posted and give travel directions. 350 easy miles from San Diego.

This was ONLY a dream 20 years ago, soon it will be a reality. I hope you all get the chance to enjoy it. Tight lines.




I want to start with a big shout out for what MakoBob is doing making these trips sooooooo good. The new camp he's working on finishing by the end of the year can only be described a location "fishing trip to remember for a lifetime" GOOD!

Thanks again Mako for everything. The other members of the private trip will take a couple of weeks off next year to drive a total of fourty-five hundred miles just to do it again, and that in it's self is a testament to how great of a time you provide.

FISHING REPORT for the October group.

Things started out pretty slow because of weather (over one inch of rain in a hour on Wednesday night) mucking up the water to near zero visibility. The water quickly clear up, and the clearer it got the better the bite. The fish are biting everything jigs, plugs, spoons. swimmers, spinbaits and irons.

The Rooster fish are out in force all along the beach, a nod to the fly fishermen. I did not even try to target them. I caught my personal best Sierra, big and fat. Lots of Spotted Bass, Rivera Grouper, and some monster Triggerfish mixed in with the usual sized. Released a half dozen small Leopard Grouper (Cabrilla) and one that pushed 9 or 10 pounds (also released). The fish of the week however were the Orange Mouth Corvina, lots were caught in the 19 to 24 inch range, but we saw larger ones that would take the jig we were using.

I found a small group of Yellowtail near the cliffs in 18 feet of water tearing up a bait school. A quick cast and I was hooked up before the splash settled, and two seconds later it was running down between the rocks and broke my line. I grabbed my backup rig and tossed out a candy bar again, same result as before. The water was two shallow with to many boulders to stop from being rocked. The next few days I charged every bait school I saw active on the surface, but didn't find the yellows again.

While fishing the beach for Corvina we witnessed a large feeding frenzy of some large fish a half to three quarters of a mile out. The boil broken into two distinct boils and lasted just over ten minutes. We could not get there in time.

It's great fishing right now, water temperature was 88 degrees F. You guys are in for a great trip, take plenty of tackle and take some wire at times.

[makobob]

Here is the CREW for17-24 October's trip to Gonzaga.

Mr Pukashell
Svendawg
Cookie Monster
Buddha
Defjack
Mahigeer
Monstahfish
Gr8fuldude
GunRunner
Makobob

Svendawg and Cookie Monster are on a diet and will be bringing their own meals.
I will bring SHRIMP for my meal and have it cooked and served at the restaurant.

We have more people than nights so we can team up to keep costs down. Let me know if you want to do that , with who and night you want.

17th Defjack Brats and beans Cooked in CAMP
18th Mr Pukashell and GunRunner Carne Asada and fish tacos in CAMP.
19th Makobob Chicken MOLE at RESTARUANT
20th Jeff and Monstahfish Paella, rice ??? Cooked in CAMP.
21st Jeff and Makobob Fish/Sea food GUMBO Fish, shrimp, scallops and sausage in CAMP
22th Mahigeer and Gr8fuldude Fish dinner at RESTARUANT
23rd Makobob Shrimp in garlic butter, tortillas, rice, beans at RESTAURANT.
24th BACK HOME.

So that leaves 5 nights/teams ANYONE not doing a meal will be given a list of things to bring to make it fair to all. I need your input in the next few days if possible. Plan on cooking for 7-8 persons or bring meat to restaurant for that many. For those who plan on fish meals if you do not catch fish then eating from the menu at restaurant would be about $15.00 per head rather then the $5.00 per head setup. Any questions please let me know. Tight lines.

[defjack]

I can do brats and beans one nite. Jack

[makobob]

I can do brats and beans one nite. Jack

Easy, Jack I put you in for the 17th, out first night in camp. Thanks for your quick response.

[Mahigeer]

Bob,

Thanks for the fuel cost estimate. It is a bargain. There also should be the water fee and road fees to share.


As for the food part, put me down whatever night it works for the group.

I guess me and Gr8fuldude can share a night. If I (we) catch fish, then I (we) can donate, if not I am ok to pay. I rather not bring meat or other perishable items. That way I don't worry about anybody getting sick on my (our) night.

Providing of course Gr8fuldude agrees with the above.

[MrPukaShell]

I will get together with Gunrunner on the dinner deal. On another note did anyone take a panga out? I for one would like to take one out a day or two

[makobob]

Of course it is a bargin, the reason for these trips is to get people to Baja. My truck helps keep cost low. Sharing your truck with others cuts costs in half. There are no road fees going through Mexicali and water should be $5.00 per person for the week, if we use more it would go up, but $5.00 usually covers it unless someone leaves the water running.

As to meat, freeze it at home, ice it and I will put it into the freezer when we get to camp, we have never had meat go bad on a one week trip even without the freezer.


Bob,

Thanks for the fuel cost estimate. It is a bargain. There also should be the water fee and road fees to share.


As for the food part, put me down whatever night it works for the group.

I guess me and Gr8fuldude can share a night. If I (we) catch fish, then I (we) can donate, if not I am ok to pay. I rather not bring meat or other perishable items. That way I don't worry about anybody getting sick on my (our) night.

Providing of course Gr8fuldude agrees with the above.

[makobob]

I told Capt we might need panga for a day or two, I will need to know what days you want, I would say 3-4 persons max. Please let me know by 10th of October so I can let him know.

GUYS, we need to vary the meals a little unless you WANT fish, shrimp most of the time, ll good for me, up to you. Tight lines.


I will get together with Gunrunner on the dinner deal. On another note did anyone take a panga out? I for one would like to take one out a day or two

[Mahigeer]

Is there a deal that could be worked out with the restaurant, that would allow us to store fish in their freezer for the duration.

Otherwise if we vacuum pack our fillets, would they hold it for us for a fee?

[buddha]

I could eat fish every day easily.

[makobob]

When we get in camp, I take out meat for meals cooked at the restuarant over to them and let them know what nights and times we will be there to eat. Also what meat for what night. They store in freezer until needed. The more we use their cooking the easier it is to ask them to store our fish for takng home. Your bags need to have your name on them. By the end of the year I expect to have my own freezer up and running at the new place so this would not be a concern for 2016 trips.


Is there a deal that could be worked out with the restaurant, that would allow us to store fish in their freezer for the duration.

Otherwise if we vacuum pack our fillets, would they hold it for us for a fee?

[makobob]

Jeff, I usually keep on hand a few cans of tuna, sardines, and anchovies in assorted sauces for your fine dining pleasure. Bon apatite amigo.


I could eat fish every day easily.

[Gr8fuldude]

Bob, I guess me and Gr8fuldude can share a night. If I (we) catch fish, then I (we) can donate, if not I am ok to pay. I rather not bring meat or other perishable items. That way I don't worry about anybody getting sick on my (our) night.

Providing of course Gr8fuldude agrees with the above.

Sounds good, Hashem, let's share a night of dinner at the restaurant. I doubt it will be a problem to have enough fish to eat :p:p

[makobob]

Fish it is!!!!!! Corvina are great eating and should be easy enough to catch from the beaches in the evenings.

[buddha]

Jeff, I usually keep on hand a few cans of tuna, sardines, and anchovies in assorted sauces for your fine dining pleasure. Bon apatite amigo.

I meant I can eat fresh fish everyday

[Mahigeer]

Thanks for the reply.


So I take it by next year you will have power at your place?

What is next?

A cappuccino machine? A wine cooler?

[makobob]

Just arrived, 5 each 100W solar panels, 30 W solar controller and a 2500 W inverter which should let me run a few lights, a freezer, some power tools on ac and still have 12v dc battery power. Still need to get 4 each 12v deep cycle batteries and wiring for system and find someone to help install it. So yes next year will be much easier.

[Mahigeer]

Sounds good.



We will discuss it on the way down.

[MrPukaShell]

Bob,

We will be doing Carne Asada Tacos along with some fish

[Mahigeer]

We saw, Yellows, Cabrilla, needle fish, Corvina, Bass, Triggers, Grunts, Sierra and others.

What are the recommended rig/bait or lure for the above fish? I have an idea on some, but not for all.

Bass---swim bait, Salas 6X jr. in scrambled egg color, Krocodile.
Cabrilla---
Corvina---
Grunts---
Roosterfish---I heard the Hopkins lure is good.
Sierra---
Triggerfish---
Needle fish--- lures
Yellows---Same as bass
I have caught bass, barracuda, bonito, yellowtail and black skipjack on Salas 6X jr. in scrambled egg color.

Perhaps anglers who have been there, would not mind sharing their experience.

Thanks.

[FlyFishinYakr]

What are the recommended rig/bait or lure for the above fish? I have an idea on some, but not for all.

Bass---swim bait, Salas 6X jr. in scrambled egg color, Krocodile.
Cabrilla---
Corvina---
Grunts---
Roosterfish---I heard the Hopkins lure is good.
Sierra---
Triggerfish---
Needle fish--- lures
Yellows---Same as bass
I have caught bass, barracuda, bonito, yellowtail and black skipjack on Salas 6X jr. in scrambled egg color.

Perhaps anglers who have been there, would not mind sharing their experience.

Thanks.

I'm not trying to be a smart arse but check the archives for fish reports from Gonzaga. There are plenty which report on the various jigs/lures that worked at that time.
The short version is (from what I've read/remember), pretty much anything bright and shiny. That being said also bring the wire to save your stuff. I've read too many reports of lost jigs/lures due to the sharp teeth of the Sierra's.
The one constant I've read about (I'm sure Bob and everyone else that has been there and posted a report can verify) is Crocodiles. I've been stocking up on the 1oz'ers ever since. I wouldn't be surprised if Hopkins Jigs are also another effective Jig.
FFY :sifone:

[makobob]

In Baja if it wiggles, moves, flashes, sinks it will get bit. I make home made spoons out of used silverware bought from GOODWILL for 25 cents each, Forks, spoons, knives all work. Been known to take over 100 fish per day. As to your list they all work. I find the Krock or a knock off of them to catch everything on your list....................Fish what YOU are comfortable with and you will catch fish. For trolling I like something I can troll at kayak speeds at 15-25 feet deep. For me when trolling most bites come within 100 feet from shore and without a very tight drag AND lot's of luck I get rocked!!!!! So there goes another $20 bucks. I usually cast and retrieve krocks and spoons and settle for fish under 10 lbs. After you get into the swing of things WATCH what the others are doing and how they are doing it, change it up and find what works BEST for you.

[Mahigeer]

I'm not trying to be a smart arse but check the archives for fish reports from Gonzaga. There are plenty which report on the various jigs/lures that worked at that time.
The short version is (from what I've read/remember), pretty much anything bright and shiny. That being said also bring the wire to save your stuff. I've read too many reports of lost jigs/lures due to the sharp teeth of the Sierra's.
The one constant I've read about (I'm sure Bob and everyone else that has been there and posted a report can verify) is Crocodiles. I've been stocking up on the 1oz'ers ever since. I wouldn't be surprised if Hopkins Jigs are also another effective Jig.
FFY :sifone:



I had checked the past reports that comes up on "Search", and I just did it again.
They are mostly about the trip and not much tackle talk.

I agree that Krocodile is very versatile. But I wanted to know what else is considered good.

I will definitely try “spoons” and forks and knives. I saw a video on YouTube and want to experiment with them.

Here is my version of kitchen utensils as lure. It is called a Church Key!
The first catch was a midsize mackerel.
http://i444.photobucket.com/albums/qq163/balickchi/P5091017.jpg

[makobob]

I used one in VIETNAM and caught a fish that looked, tasted and reacted like a WSB. Way back in 1972. Fishing tackle was hard to get there. Luckily I took two rods and reels with me, had to wait over a month to get fishing line there after I got spooled.

[MrPukaShell]

Hey Bob,
Can we switch our date for dinner to the 18th? I would like to have the meat cooked prior to leaving so all we will have to do is heat and serve. Also what time does the restaurant open. I would like to have a few lunches or breakfast while I am there if available. As for the Panga the 20th and 22nd would work for me and break up the kayak fishing. If anyone wants to join let me know.

[makobob]

No problem, dinner nights switched. Open around 7am closes after dark, but we can let them know when we want to eat. I will let the skipper know the 20th and the 22nd. Tight lines.


Hey Bob,
Can we switch our date for dinner to the 18th? I would like to have the meat cooked prior to leaving so all we will have to do is heat and serve. Also what time does the restaurant open. I would like to have a few lunches or breakfast while I am there if available. As for the Panga the 20th and 22nd would work for me and break up the kayak fishing. If anyone wants to join let me know.

[makobob]

OEX allowed me to do this sticky for the current trip coming up. We can post to keep it current. It will keep info easier to find.

[Dannowar]

hey Bob!


myself and a few friends will be camping at the palapas from oct. 11-14


please let us know if theres anything in terms of supplies i can give you a hand with!

[makobob]

Thanks for the info, have a great trip and leave some fish for us. I'll let you know if we need anything. Thanks Danny.


hey Bob!


myself and a few friends will be camping at the palapas from oct. 11-14


please let us know if theres anything in terms of supplies i can give you a hand with!

[Gr8fuldude]

Hey Bob,
Can we switch our date for dinner to the 18th? I would like to have the meat cooked prior to leaving so all we will have to do is heat and serve. Also what time does the restaurant open. I would like to have a few lunches or breakfast while I am there if available. As for the Panga the 20th and 22nd would work for me and break up the kayak fishing. If anyone wants to join let me know.

I'm in for at least one day of Panga fishing.

Is anyone else in for camping out at the island? Either having the panga tow kayaks out, or just paddling/pedaling out with the camping gear? Could be an awesome adventure.

[buddha]

FMM information.

http://www.discoverbaja.com/go/fmm-tourist-permits/

I am going to talk with Monstahfish and see if he wants to get the FMM before the trip or at Mexicali the day of the trip.

[makobob]

Looks like Mr Pukashell and Gr8fuldude are up for fishing from the panga or spending the night on the island? Any one else interested?? I know 3 grouper were caught from a panga there in the last couple weeks, big one was 200 pounds. But caught on a handline, no other way to stop them.


I'm in for at least one day of Panga fishing.

Is anyone else in for camping out at the island? Either having the panga tow kayaks out, or just paddling/pedaling out with the camping gear? Could be an awesome adventure.

[buddha]

GunRunner is not only interested in the panga he is ecstatic about it and also the trip!

[Gr8fuldude]

Mr. PukaShell,

I'm thinking about the following plan: Fish in the panga with you on the 20th and have the panga drag my kayak out to the island as we go out. I leave my kayak and camping gear on the island while we fish. When we are done fishing I get dropped off (and anyone else that wants to camp out at the island with me) and camp out at the island the night of the 20th. I kayak fish all day on the 21st around the island, camp out again on the night of the 21st. In the early morning of the 22nd, the panga can pick me up, we fish in the panga, and then the panguero can pick up and drag my kayak back to the mainland when we are done fishing around the islands on the 22nd.

If we did this plan, I wouldn't mind paying a larger portion of the panga expenses, since some (but hopefully not much) time would be taken dragging the kayak out and back.

Of course, any and all are welcome to join me for the island camping/kayak fishing adventure. I'm open to any modifications to this plan, but I wanted to put this out there for starters. Thinking about doing this panga/kayak camping adventure kept me awake last night!! :drool5:

[MrPukaShell]

Sounds good to me if that works with the Capt. We will work out any money issues. As far as dragging a Kayak that is no problem for me.

Looking forward to this trip

Mr. PukaShell,

I'm thinking about the following plan: Fish in the panga with you on the 20th and have the panga drag my kayak out to the island as we go out. I leave my kayak and camping gear on the island while we fish. When we are done fishing I get dropped off (and anyone else that wants to camp out at the island with me) and camp out at the island the night of the 20th. I kayak fish all day on the 21st around the island, camp out again on the night of the 21st. In the early morning of the 22nd, the panga can pick me up, we fish in the panga, and then the panguero can pick up and drag my kayak back to the mainland when we are done fishing around the islands on the 22nd.

If we did this plan, I wouldn't mind paying a larger portion of the panga expenses, since some (but hopefully not much) time would be taken dragging the kayak out and back.

Of course, any and all are welcome to join me for the island camping/kayak fishing adventure. I'm open to any modifications to this plan, but I wanted to put this out there for starters. Thinking about doing this panga/kayak camping adventure kept me awake last night!! :drool5:

[monstahfish]

How far is it to the island? I may sail/troll out there with an adventure island and camp out with you guys. I think the plan would be to troll out to the island, drop the amas/sail and fish it kayak style. I haven't spent any time using it without the amas yet so I'll have to try it at LJ in the next week or two.

[MrPukaShell]

I spoke to Travis and we be carpooling. There are a few things that we will need to work out due to the distance we live apart from each other.

Bob,

I think I read that you have a stove there. Is that true or should I bring the one I have?

Thanks,

Great, hope they post here so I know what is happening. This is going to be the BEST trip of the year.

[monstahfish]

Also wondering about the grill/stove situation.

[buddha]

Always a good idea to have at least one backup camp stove. If you have room please bring it. I know that Makobob has at least one camp stove.

[Gr8fuldude]

I'll be bringing a JetBoil with plenty of fuel. Pretty much only good for boiling water but people are welcome to use it. Can be used for instant coffee, oatmeal, soup, or anything else that can be cooked in hot water.

[Gr8fuldude]

How far is it to the island? I may sail/troll out there with an adventure island and camp out with you guys. I think the plan would be to troll out to the island, drop the amas/sail and fish it kayak style. I haven't spent any time using it without the amas yet so I'll have to try it at LJ in the next week or two.

It is just under five miles. I know at least one guy took his AI out there on a previous trip, and I believe he got there way before the rest of the pack pedaled over. Hey, it's not called an Adventure ISLAND for nothin' ;).

[WARRIORMIKE]

SO whats the general cost of this trip. Seems to me the food is cheap. I guess gas and ? I may want to go next trip. Do I need a passport or just the FMM ?

[MrPukaShell]

I will bring my 3 burner camp stove, wok & griddle.

Always a good idea to have at least one backup camp stove. If you have room please bring it. I know that Makobob has at least one camp stove.

[monstahfish]

One more question, how big were the roosters last week? I have an 8 and a 10 weight but I would much rather use the 8 if possible.

[Mahigeer]

Any suggestions as what fly to use for roosters?

I have a selection of deceivers, but I have seen on YouTube about a homemade fly by a guide that worked great.

[Mahigeer]

One more question, how big were the roosters last week? I have an 8 and a 10 weight but I would much rather use the 8 if possible.


You may want to read this:
http://www.minturnanglers.com/shop-talk/fishing-talk/destination-trip-reviews/fly-fishing-for-roosterfish-beach-fishing-baja-mexico/

[makobob]

SO whats the general cost of this trip. Seems to me the food is cheap. I guess gas and ? I may want to go next trip. Do I need a passport or just the FMM ?

RIDE SHARE, Fuel $40-$100 each depending on truck, 2-3 people. Food, drinks and ice for a week, total should be around $200. PLUS tackle and fishing license and FMM. If you try hard to keep costs down you should get a full week vacation for under $300. You will need both FMM and US Passport and Mex fishing license..

Camp stove? I have 1 and a charcoal BBQ, bring bottle gas, small and charcoal for grill and some fire wood if you want campfire.

Roosters caught in last year here. 5" hand size, 12", 10-25 pound and two in the 48-50 pound class. Cabrilla to 26 pounds, snapper to 10 lbs, Yt to 40 lbs, WSB to 50 lbs. SWEET DREAMS.

[MrPukaShell]

Bob,

Will we be stopping for the FMM card along the way or do we need to get one prior to the trip? From what I have been reading you have to get it stamped by the office when entering the country. Is this correct?

[Dannowar]

Fmm cards are free at the border at the immigration office if you will be there less than 7 days. East Calexico office is open 24 hours.

[SDROB]

Bob,

Will we be stopping for the FMM card along the way or do we need to get one prior to the trip? From what I have been reading you have to get it stamped by the office when entering the country. Is this correct?

Definitely prior to the trip.

I don't remember where the post is but Bob asked every one to take care of these things before hand to minimize travel time.

[makobob]

YES you can get it just after you cross the border on the left side of the street. Very limited parking 2-10 minutes to fill out and pay or get free one. With one or two trucks not a problem, with 5-6 trucks no parking. So if you stop you need to know how to find my place. We travel at a safe speed but you will have to catch up with the rest of us. I posted driving instructions on how to get to our place on the other sticky a few days ago.
YES they must be stamped.

[Mahigeer]

I am so confused......

The last two times that I traveled to Baja, we stopped at the border.

They checked my passport and I filled a card and paid $25.00 (I think). We stayed one week in Baja. I understood that it was a visa and good for 180 days.

The first time I went, it was with someone who had been there (26) times before our trip. He did not say that on return, we have to send the visa to the Mexican immigration office.

The second time was to fly to Cedros Island. Same again, the driver took us to an office at the border and I/we paid $25.00 and got the same visa. This time it was eight days. On the way back an attorney who was with us collected our visas and said that we have to mail them in and he will do it for us.
So, I take it that visa is same as FMM? How it is that it is free in one place and not at another.
I do have a valid passport, and I don't want to cause any delays.
Please advise as what to do right now or should I wait until we get to the border.

Thanks.


P.S. I just read the information here:
http://www.discoverbaja.com/go/fmm-tourist-permits/
It says for 7 days or less no charge. We will be there eight days. For us it is $28.00 plus $6.25 for postage.
I don’t feel comfortable to send my CC and passport information on line. Too many eyes. Not too familiar with scan function either.
Also, there is small chance that the FMM not arrive on time.
Is it a big delay if we stop at the border? It was not when I did it before. Especially if we are there so early in the morning.

[MrPukaShell]

That is what I am trying to do. I live in Ventura County so it is not a trip around the corner to get to the border. If there is a place it can be done online, by mail or phone that someone knows about it would be appreciated. Have passport, & fishing License taken care of. Vehicle insurance will be done tomorrow.

Definitely prior to the trip.

I don't remember where the post is but Bob asked every one to take care of these things before hand to minimize travel time.

[Mahigeer]

See the link in my previous post.

[makobob]

That is what I am trying to do. I live in Ventura County so it is not a trip around the corner to get to the border. If there is a place it can be done online, by mail or phone that someone knows about it would be appreciated. Have passport, & fishing License taken care of. Vehicle insurance will be done tomorrow.

If we all stay in the LEFT lane we could all stop at the border, you will have to follow behind me through the same inspection booth, it will be tuff to stay together, as soon as you go through customs booth we have ONE SHORT block to all stop and park on the left side of street. those needing FMM get them and come outside and make sure we all know you are ready. We will have less than 1/2 short block to cross 3 lanes of traffic to take right at light. Once across light you must stay together through traffic lights. If separated you will have to catch up. I will stay as slow as possible so it is easier. 10 miles down the road we can stop and make sure everyone is still with us. It might work out all right if we all say in a tight group but lead truck cannot see very far behind. I cannot tell if you missed the light

OR maybe you could drive to San Diego a day early and get it and have it stamped in TJ. Get it for 6 months have it stamped and you are done. We all meet up early the following morning at Johnny's shell station in El Cajon. That way we have less trouble going through Mexicali.

OR we could cross at TJ much easier to get FMM there because no traffic problem, lots of parking. Then travel from TJ through Tecate to San Filipe, a few miles longer this way and maybe an hour longer traveling Mexico roads in the dark which I prefer not to do.

Please print out a copy of driving directions on other sticky.


So as I see it those are the choices, maybe someone else has other ideas. I travel the route on the 8 to Mexicali bacause the driving before daylight is done in the USA we cross border at daylight so as not to drive MEXICO in the dark.

[makobob]

There might be ONE other possibility. Sven could lead those with FMMs through to my place while those needing FMMs would stop with me and get them, that would work if there were only two other trucks with people needing FMMS more than that it will still be rough crossing traffic.

[svendawg]

There might be ONE other possibility. Sven could lead those with FMMs through to my place while those needing FMMs would stop with me and get them, that would work if there were only two other trucks with people needing FMMS more than that it will still be rough crossing traffic.

I would love to help out but I will already be in Gonzage with EOD.
The best bet i to pull to the left after you pass the inspection and get the FMM. It won't be crowded at that time in the morning.

[buddha]

Monstahfish and I are joining discover baja and will get a prepaid FMM. We still have to stop and get it stamped. I imagine it won't take long.

[makobob]

We will get it figured out. I know if you do not have the FMM they can send you back to the border to get it, but if you have it and it is not stamped, they will have their money and probably not really care? Don't know. And it will be early and traffic might not be a factor. We will make it happen.

[Gr8fuldude]

If we are going from the 17 to the 24, that is seven days and we shouldn't need to pay, correct? I believe you only have to pay if you are going to be there more than seven days. Anyone know more about this?

[Mahigeer]

17-24 is eight days, not seven. A week plus one.

It seems we have to get the FMM regardless if it is free or not.

I personally would not risk doing anything out of procedures.

Remember it is a different country, and they have their own way of doing business.


I see one other option.

At the shell station meeting, put everyone who needs FMM in the same vehicles.

Drive on US highways and go through Mexicali.

Meet at 10 miles pass border and swap passengers.

That way maybe less cars would have to stop for FMM.

[makobob]

Changing trucks at Johnny's Shell seems like a great idea. That should work.


17-24 is eight days, not seven. A week plus one.

It seems we have to get the FMM regardless if it is free or not.

I personally would not risk doing anything out of procedures.

Remember it is a different country, and they have their own way of doing business.


I see one other option.

At the shell station meeting, put everyone who needs FMM in the same vehicles.

Drive on US highways and go through Mexicali.

Meet at 10 miles pass border and swap passengers.

That way maybe less cars would have to stop for FMM.

[Mahigeer]

Glad you liked and approved it.

I knew I was good for something.

Just did not know what.

[makobob]

Sorry Hashem I will have to reserve judgement until AFTER trip ends. HaHaHa!!
It is all good and almost always works out great. BTW the solar panels are now installed on the roof, just waiting on solar controller to arrive, baby steps, Solar System should be working by 1st of November at the latest. Tight lines.

[Mahigeer]

Sounds fair.

I hope you won't be disappointed Bob.

Good to hear the solar project is advancing.

That means I have to come back to your place.

[buddha]

Everyone needs an FMM it doesn't matter anymore how long you stay you need it.

If staying less than a week you don't have to pay but you still have to get it.

Also they have been checking the FMM much more frequently through San Felipe now.

Most people pay and have it for 6 months.

[makobob]

Jeff you are right, last holiday weekend people were sent back from San Filipe to Mexicali to get it or to leave the country. I understand some just went home. Too bad Mexico could not just sell them in San Filipe.


Everyone needs an FMM it doesn't matter anymore how long you stay you need it.

If staying less than a week you don't have to pay but you still have to get it.

Also they have been checking the FMM much more frequently through San Felipe now.

Most people pay and have it for 6 months.

[Gr8fuldude]

Agreed wiser to pay the $22 and not need to worry later. Good call.

[buddha]

I was at discover baja today. The FMM is 28 dollars but they were sold out. They get them in every week though.

I would get yours asap as they sold over 100 yesterday!

Not sure why there is such a big surge now for traveling down there but they said that the Guadalupe wine valley is a big attraction now.

The way it works is that you pay in advance and then you get it stamped at the border. If going through the West entrance in Mexicali you enter and the office is on the left.

Discover Baja has a great deal on insurance for a 90 day policy.

You can use those 90 days anytime for a 365 day period.

With liability only coverage it is only 100 dollars.

[Mahigeer]

Sold out??? I hope there are not out of forms when we get there.



On a positive note:

Yesterday, I went to Sunset OEX and got a really nice kayak seat.

http://www.kayakfishingsupplies.com/seairsports-pacific-angler-seat


Andy rang the sale and it was good to see him again.

I wanted to spend more time at the shop, but my wife was waiting in the car, so I have to go back soon.



Step by step, I am getting ready for the trip. Next step is to install bunch of accessories, like rod holders, anchor trolley, compass, etc. on the kayak.

I will have a picture of the other seat if anybody interested in purchasing. Especially the crew who is going on this trip.

[makobob]

Jeff, as I understand it the FMM is good for 6 months for reentry. You just need to get it stamped for the 1st crossing into Mexico. Tight lines.


I was at discover baja today. The FMM is 28 dollars but they were sold out. They get them in every week though.

I would get yours asap as they sold over 100 yesterday!

Not sure why there is such a big surge now for traveling down there but they said that the Guadalupe wine valley is a big attraction now.

The way it works is that you pay in advance and then you get it stamped at the border. If going through the West entrance in Mexicali you enter and the office is on the left.

Discover Baja has a great deal on insurance for a 90 day policy.

You can use those 90 days anytime for a 365 day period.

With liability only coverage it is only 100 dollars.

[buddha]

Mahigeer,

They ran out of the FMM's at Discover Baja. They never run out of them at the border.

If you join discover baja they will sell you a prepaid FMM and then you will only have to get it stamped at the border.

[makobob]

If you do it at the border please REMEMBER your glasses, the printing is SMALL and hard to read. Only takes a minute to fill out IF you can read it. Been there, done that. Tight lines.

[Mahigeer]

Mahigeer,

They ran out of the FMM's at Discover Baja. They never run out of them at the border.

If you join discover baja they will sell you a prepaid FMM and then you will only have to get it stamped at the border.


Thanks for the tip; but I don't feel comfortable putting my passport and CC information on line via a scan and Email.

[buddha]

Thanks for the tip; but I don't feel comfortable putting my passport and CC information on line via a scan and Email.

You can call them and take care of it.

[Gr8fuldude]

If you do it at the border please REMEMBER your glasses, the printing is SMALL and hard to read. Only takes a minute to fill out IF you can read it. Been there, done that. Tight lines.

Lol. The border official had to read mine to me and tell me what to fill out because the print was so small. Bob's not joking about the tiny print.

[svendawg]

Lol. The border official had to read mine to me and tell me what to fill out because the print was so small. Bob's not joking about the tiny print.

The last two times I got my FMM (Two months ago in TJ and last week in Mexicali) the border official filled the form out for me. They just take your passport and fill it out without being asked to do so. Not sure if this is something new. Maybe they have too many blind tourist crossing the border.

[rossman]

While many people and boaters do not follow, the letter of the law states thar the FMM is good d for r 180 days but only a single entry. The previous rule to turn in or mail in the FMM after use is no longer in affect.

[buddha]

The last two times I got my FMM (Two months ago in TJ and last week in Mexicali) the border official filled the form out for me. They just take your passport and fill it out without being asked to do so. Not sure if this is something new. Maybe they have too many blind tourist crossing the border.

Why did you get your FMM two months ago and then last week?

I thought you would just get one FMM for 6 months?

[Mahigeer]

I think the 180 days or 6 months is how long you can stay.

The entry is still single time.

If you do it at the border please REMEMBER your glasses, the printing is SMALL and hard to read. Only takes a minute to fill out IF you can read it. Been there, done that. Tight lines.
One more item to add to my list.

[Mahigeer]

A humble request.
Is it possible to post the real name of the anglers below and whoever is going which is not listed???
Unless the anglers prefer to be called by their webnames.

Mr Pukashell ====???
Svendawg ====???
Cookie Monster====???
Buddha ====???
Defjack ====???
Mahigeer ====Hashem
Monstahfish====???
Gr8fuldude====???
GunRunner ====????
Makobob====Bob

I need time to memorize them.

Thanks.

[MrPukaShell]

MrPukaShell=Robert, Simi Valley

A humble request.
Is it possible to post the real name of the anglers below and whoever is going which is not listed???
Unless the anglers prefer to be called by their webnames.

Mr Pukashell ====???
Svendawg ====???
Cookie Monster====???
Buddha ====???
Defjack ====???
Mahigeer ====Hashem
Monstahfish====???
Gr8fuldude====???
GunRunner ====????
Makobob====Bob

I need time to memorize them.

Thanks.

[svendawg]

Why did you get your FMM two months ago and then last week?

I thought you would just get one FMM for 6 months?

The first time I went to Asunscion for 7 days so I didn't need to pay. Last week I went to Gonzaga and got the FMM because I plan on going down there several times in the next few months.

[svendawg]

A humble request.
Is it possible to post the real name of the anglers below and whoever is going which is not listed???
Unless the anglers prefer to be called by their webnames.

Mr Pukashell ====???
Svendawg ====???
Cookie Monster====???
Buddha ====???
Defjack ====???
Mahigeer ====Hashem
Monstahfish====???
Gr8fuldude====???
GunRunner ====????
Makobob====Bob

I need time to memorize them.

Thanks.

Svendawg is Sven
Cookie Monster is Jorgen (Sven's father)

[monstahfish]

I'm Shane. I also won't remember everyones names the first time we meet so I apologize in advance. I swear, I'm not a jerk just bad with names:D

[Mahigeer]

Updated name list:

Mr Pukashell ====Robert/ Simi Valley
Svendawg ====Sven
Cookie Monster====Jorgen..Sven’s dad
Buddha ====???
Defjack ====???
Mahigeer ====Hashem/ LAX
Monstahfish====Shane
Gr8fuldude====???
GunRunner ====????
Makobob====Bob/ Vista, SD


I'm Shane. I also won't remember everyones names the first time we meet so I apologize in advance. I swear, I'm not a jerk just bad with names:D
Me too. That is why I am trying to work on it now.
I do have name tag holders that I can bring, but I doubt anybody would wear one.

[momo fish]

Dam, your way to prepared for a vacation Hashem...

I just pack my gear and some cloths and will figure the rest out on the drive down.. Trust me you have plenty of time on the long drive to get to know everyone and talk about what to fish for.. Good luck and have fun..

[Mahigeer]

Thanks Momo,

Wish you could join us.

Fishing trip of a lifetime deserves attention. Particularly since I have not been there before.

Goes back to my training as a Boy Scout.


You have seen my gear when I go to the Catalina Mole, Haven't you??

[buddha]

Buddha=Jeff Chula Vista
Defjack=Jack Santa Monica
GunRunner=Travis Imperial Beach

[Mahigeer]

Almost completed name list:

Mr Pukashell ====Robert/ Simi Valley
Svendawg ====Sven
Cookie Monster====Jorgen..Sven’s dad
Buddha ====Jeff/ Chula Vista
Defjack ====Jack/ Santa Monica
Mahigeer ====Hashem/ LAX
Monstahfish====Shane
Gr8fuldude====Paul???
GunRunner ====Travis/ Imperial Beach
Makobob====Bob/ Vista, SD

[svendawg]

Almost completed name list:

Mr Pukashell ====Robert/ Simi Valley
Svendawg ====Sven
Cookie Monster====Jorgen..Sven’s dad
Buddha ====Jeff/ Chula Vista
Defjack ====Jack/ Santa Monica
Mahigeer ====Hashem/ LAX
Monstahfish====Shane
Gr8fuldude====Paul???
GunRunner ====Travis/ Imperial Beach
Makobob====Bob/ Vista, SD

The cookie monster will not be making this trip, so your cookies are safe.
I will already be down in Gonzaga with EOD (Steve -- Idaho) We'll be heading down on October 8th. See you guy down there.

[makobob]

Hava a safe trip Sven, say hi to Steve for me. See you guys soon.

[Mahigeer]

Name list of currently going to Baja:
Mr. Pukashell ===Robert/ Simi Valley
Svendawg =====Sven
Buddha ======Jeff/ Chula Vista
Defjack ======Jack/ Santa Monica
Mahigeer =====Hashem/ LAX
Monstahfish====Shane
Gr8fuldude====Paul/ Tehachapi
GunRunner ====Travis/ Imperial Beach
Makobob======Bob/ Vista, SD

[buddha]

Ok Discover Baja has the FMMs in stock and they are sending mine today. Just need to get it stamped at the border.

[makobob]

Ok Discover Baja has the FMMs in stock and they are sending mine today. Just need to get it stamped at the border.

So Buddha is good to go, Sven is good to go, I am good to go, how about the rest of you guy's? Getting there is only part of the fun. Remember to bring a light spinning outfit or fly rod for some real fishing fun. Some wire and some smaller metal. Some of these fish are targeting 2" bait schools. Last year I took a nice rooster almost 20 lbs on a small 1" kastmaster. The same jig caught lot's of 30+" sierras too. Tight lines.

[MrPukaShell]

Bob,

What size on the wire leader?

[makobob]

Bob,

What size on the wire leader?

Memory is not the first thing to go with age, but I seem to remember 18-27# brown twisted wire, Berkley i think. 6" to 9" shortys. I usually fish 20# test line and like to keep from ever powering things. I never had the wire itself break. I fished 1/2 oz to 4 oz jigs with them. Hope this helps.

[Mahigeer]

"Not to beat the dead horse" as the saying goes;

However, what is the advantage of having a FMM if one still has to STOP to have it stamped?
If you have to stop, is filling and paying for it too time consuming?


On a better note, I feel really accomplished. Yesterday after many years of the kayak sitting and waiting for me to "accessories" it, I installed many items on it. Not done yet, but it will be “a bichin ride” when I am rolling in Baja.

[buddha]

"Not to beat the dead horse" as the saying goes;

However, what is the advantage of having a FMM if one still has to STOP to have it stamped?
If you have to stop, is filling and paying for it too time consuming?


On a better note, I feel really accomplished. Yesterday after many years of the kayak sitting and waiting for me to "accessories" it, I installed many items on it. Not done yet, but it will be “a bichin ride” when I am rolling in Baja.

Well I am sure that you stopping and paying for your fmm will seem like no time since you have spent at least 3000 hours preparing for this trip!!!

[Mahigeer]

Well I am sure that you stopping and paying for your fmm will seem like no time since you have spent at least 3000 hours preparing for this trip!!!



That is funny and not too far off.


3000 and counting.

When I take a task on, I do it with %100 effort.

[makobob]

Being well prepared never hurts. Just back again. I cannot STRESS too much over this. Lot's of bait, schools all over and most are made up of 1-2 inch anchovetas, Baby anchovies and very small sardines. That's the bad of it. The good is there were MANY SCHOOLS of Sierras.
Bring small crocks, cast masters and spoons. DO NOT FORGET wire leaders. I caught, triggers, bass, cabrilla, sculpin, corvina and sierras, all from the beach in less that 2 hours. Saw roosters, a sea snake, and turtles too.
Svendawg and EOD will be there this coming weekend, they will be staying until after we get there on the 17th. Of course they will fish hard the week before we arrive so they will have a GREAT update for us when we get there. Tight lines all. BTW the temps are coming down at night, bring a hoodie or light jacket just in case. It was 72 at 6am this morning.


That is funny and not too far off.


3000 and counting.

When I take a task on, I do it with %100 effort.

[Mahigeer]

Thanks for the update Bob.

I am just curious; since you go there so often and have a place, do you carry everything you need back and forth?
Items like your kayak, fishing equipment, sleeping items, etc.

I know you must transport cooler for food and ice, Clothing and personal items.
Besides those, what else goes back and forth with you?


Do you have a safe place to store your belongings?

[Dannowar]

I'm so freekin amped!!!!

[buddha]

I'm so freekin amped!!!!

I didn't see your name on the list? If you are coming then Travis would be interested in diving with you I am sure.

[makobob]

Usually I carry my kayak, one fishing box and fresh clothes. Always cooler, food, water and ice. The house locks and I have a neighbor who lives next door full time who watches the place. Going down there for over 20 years, nothing has been stolen. I feel safer down there than up here. For this trip my kayak is down there and I won't bring it back until later.


Thanks for the update Bob.

I am just curious; since you go there so often and have a place, do you carry everything you need back and forth?
Items like your kayak, fishing equipment, sleeping items, etc.

I know you must transport cooler for food and ice, Clothing and personal items.
Besides those, what else goes back and forth with you?


Do you have a safe place to store your belongings?

[Dannowar]

I didn't see your name on the list? If you are coming then Travis would be interested in diving with you I am sure.


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[makobob]

Sven and Eod will be at my place from the 9th until all the fish are gone. Danny, ask Juan Pablo about his panga. It is right there, he usually parks it behind the houses. From my place go down the beach away from the point about 100 yds it is parked behind beach houses. He gets $200 a day. You should be able to stay at my place or at palapa in front of restaurant. Have a great trip.


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[Dannowar]

I appreciate the hospitality as always Bob. Please let me know if I can bring/donate anything to the house.


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[makobob]

Danny, I have two 12' x 12' pop ups. Could use 2-4 empty 5 gallon buckets, a couple 12x20 or 16x20 tarps. For temporary shade. Also will be building the bathroom in November so looking for about 40 2x4 studs 92 1/2" long and 7 sheets of 1/2 inch plywood. I will buy new toilet, sink and shower, as it would be nice to have a female or two come on these trips. And some have asked about bringing wife/GF.


I appreciate the hospitality as always Bob. Please let me know if I can bring/donate anything to the house.


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[Dannowar]

Say no more. I'll bring down as much as I can fit in my truck!


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[makobob]

AWESOME and thank you Danny. By this time next year there should be two options besides the palapas. My new place will be done, and free to use for BWE members AND possibly a new and separate house will be available to RENT by the week or weekend......... That house would be closer to the restaurant about 150 feet from my place, and about 150 feet from the restaurant centered between us. It will be a NEW block house built on the beach, just behind where the palapas are now. It would be closer to the beach then where we are now by about 100 feet, closer is better.

[Mahigeer]

Also will be building the bathroom in November.



What is being used until the completion of the above??

[buddha]

Ok Monstahfish and I are getting my fmm stamped and he will get his fmm at san ysidro this friday so won't have to stop at mexicali

[makobob]

My next door neighbor has allowed the use of his place and two bathrooms for the past 20 years. Time to get my own. Of course if you are a hard core camper there is the outback behind camp or for you Hobie guys I hear you just remove your drives. Sorry Dark Side humor.


What is being used until the completion of the above??

[svendawg]

What is being used until the completion of the above??

Add shovel to your list

[makobob]

I bet a Boy Scout could figure this out. Do not forget your TP for the trip down.

[Mahigeer]

I do have one of these,
http://www.basspro.com/Dometic-Portable-Toilet-Bonus-Pack/product/13080707464215/

But I had already packed one of these:
http://www.basspro.com/Luggable-Loo-Seat-and-Cover/product/45412/

With nine people there, I knew there may be a line at times!

Good tip for the TP for the road. On the Pacific side, there were very nice gas stations. One even had shower!

[makobob]

YES but most of the time TP is not available.

I do have one of these,
http://www.basspro.com/Dometic-Portable-Toilet-Bonus-Pack/product/13080707464215/

But I had already packed one of these:
http://www.basspro.com/Luggable-Loo-Seat-and-Cover/product/45412/

With nine people there, I knew there may be a line at times!

Good tip for the TP for the road. On the Pacific side, there were very nice gas stations. One even had shower!

[MrPukaShell]

Just got back from a few days camping at Carpinteria State Beach for the Avocado Festival. When I got back I received my Insurance paperwork & FMM forms (yeah). My plan is to drive to San Diego on Friday the 16th to get the FMM stamped and exchange some dollars for pesos. Then load up my travel partners gear to be ready for 5:00 am on the 17th.

So ready for this.....

[makobob]

Sounds like you guy's have your stuff together. See you soon.
DID I mention BLOCK ICE
it lasts twice as long as regular ice.

Just got back from a few days camping at Carpinteria State Beach for the Avocado Festival. When I got back I received my Insurance paperwork & FMM forms (yeah). My plan is to drive to San Diego on Friday the 16th to get the FMM stamped and exchange some dollars for pesos. Then load up my travel partners gear to be ready for 5:00 am on the 17th.

So ready for this.....

[buddha]

Just got back from a few days camping at Carpinteria State Beach for the Avocado Festival. When I got back I received my Insurance paperwork & FMM forms (yeah). My plan is to drive to San Diego on Friday the 16th to get the FMM stamped and exchange some dollars for pesos. Then load up my travel partners gear to be ready for 5:00 am on the 17th.

So ready for this.....

Monstahfish and I are planning on going to the border to take care of our FMMs on Friday also. Maybe we can all go there together. Let me know.

[MrPukaShell]

I am not sure at this point when I will leave my house. Friday's are such a crap shoot on the freeways. I could leave early in the am and try to beat the traffic or leave around 9:00 am and hope for smooth sailing. But to answer your question as far as meeting up, yes that would be fine with me. I was planning on walking across, get FMM stamped and walk right back. What time were you thinking about getting this done?

Monstahfish and I are planning on going to the border to take care of our FMMs on Friday also. Maybe we can all go there together. Let me know.

[buddha]

I am not sure at this point when I will leave my house. Friday's are such a crap shoot on the freeways. I could leave early in the am and try to beat the traffic or leave around 9:00 am and hope for smooth sailing. But to answer your question as far as meeting up, yes that would be fine with me. I was planning on walking across, get FMM stamped and walk right back. What time were you thinking about getting this done?

Monstahfish and I are going to fish in Chula Vista until about 11AM or so and then go to the border. The average border time wait is not that long on Fridays at 1 PM probably about 45 minutes. Maybe if you are down here we can meet and drive down there together.

[monstahfish]

Monstahfish and I are going to fish in Chula Vista until about 11AM or so and then go to the border. The average border time wait is not that long on Fridays at 1 PM probably about 45 minutes. Maybe if you are down here we can meet and drive down there together.

Puka, we're doing it this friday not next friday.

[MrPukaShell]

Got it Thanks

Puka, we're doing it this friday not next friday.

[makobob]

Hot off of the presses.

Mike Scales
Will be joining us for this trip. Mike is a great fisherman and has done well on past trips to Gonzaga. Mike will take us to the restaurant for his cook night. We are now 9 Days and counting. Stay safe guys!!! BTW SDROB and I will be making a material run down Friday and Saturday, Svendawg and Eod will be coming down to prefish starting Saturday. Hope you guys are getting some sleep NOW, you might not later.

[Mahigeer]

I hope the regulars that are going early, leave some fish for the rest of us.


I am seeing the "light at end of the tunnel" when it comes to preparation for the trip.

Even got some Pesos the other day.

[Mahigeer]

Name list of currently going to Baja:

Mr. Pukashell ===Robert/ Simi Valley
Svendawg =====Sven
Buddha =======Jeff/ Chula Vista
Defjack =======Jack/ Santa Monica
Mahigeer ======Hashem/ LAX
Monstahfish=====Shane
Gr8fuldude=====Paul/ Tehachapi
GunRunner =====Travis/ Imperial Beach
Makobob=======Bob/ Vista, SD
Mike Scales

[makobob]

Hashem, there will be plenty of fish for us. There are miles of rubble that NEVER get fished. Almost no one fishes the island. Trucks can be loaded and it is possible to fish, anywhere from Puertocitos to Gonzaga, or Punta Final. That is 45 miles to choose from. Catch all the fish,
I THINK NOT!!!


I hope the regulars that are going early, leave some fish for the rest of us.


I am seeing the "light at end of the tunnel" when it comes to preparation for the trip.

Even got some Pesos the other day.

[Deamon]

Are you all planning a trip to the freaking Galapagos Islands? Paved road, plenty of gas stations...beautiful location with lots of chrome eating fish in Mexico. Cook on your night. Bring ice. Enough said.

If DefJack cracks a smile at you...it doesn't necessarily mean anything...

Clean up after yourselves...including the bathroom if you made the mess...only you will know...:eek:

Don't make the cook clean up their dirty pots and pans after prepping and cooking...

Lazy slugs who think others will do your dirty work suck

Bring something to the table and help make this trip an epic one. Bob and Rob are incredibly generous. Pay it forward. I remember one trip someone brought some...

[Mahigeer]

All good points and advise.

I was kidding of course Bob about them catching all of the fish.

I am sure you figured that.

The Friday night cannot get here any sooner.

[makobob]

Hashem, I know how you feel, tomorrow is Friday and Rob and I will be getting there before dark, and just in time for dinner. That will give us Saturday to work on the place and get a little fishing in before heading back Sunday morning. So tonight is my Friday night and I might not sleep as I get SO excited, even if I go there every week. This place is MY Disneyland, and just for you I asked the big guy to stock fresh fish this week!!!


All good points and advise.

I was kidding of course Bob about them catching all of the fish.

I am sure you figured that.

The Friday night cannot get here any sooner.

[makobob]

YES, well I remember that trip, SIR BUG KILLER himself brought BIG BUG TAILS for all. Juicy and sweet were they!!! Jim the freaking Galapagos would be on my bucket list, but I heard it is all a preserve now. I do not know if fishing is even alowed.


Are you all planning a trip to the freaking Galapagos Islands? Paved road, plenty of gas stations...beautiful location with lots of chrome eating fish in Mexico. Cook on your night. Bring ice. Enough said.

If DefJack cracks a smile at you...it doesn't necessarily mean anything...

Clean up after yourselves...including the bathroom if you made the mess...only you will know...:eek:

Don't make the cook clean up their dirty pots and pans after prepping and cooking...

Lazy slugs who think others will do your dirty work suck

Bring something to the table and help make this trip an epic one. Bob and Rob are incredibly generous. Pay it forward. I remember one trip someone brought some...

[SDROB]

Hashem, I know how you feel, tomorrow is Friday and Rob and I will be getting there before dark, and just in time for dinner. That will give us Saturday to work on the place and get a little fishing in before heading back Sunday morning. So tonight is my Friday night and I might not sleep as I get SO excited, even if I go there every week. This place is MY Disneyland, and just for you I asked the big guy to stock fresh fish this week!!!

It's funny how we have been there so many times and yet I feel the same way. It will be hard to sleep tonight! See you tomorrow bud!

[makobob]

I guess thats what happens as you realize your dreams. Plywood, 2x4's, picture window and siding are going down for Rob's and my place, enough to finish the front. Also going is an 8D deep cycle battery to get the solar system for OUR PLACE to be known as ""Sueno del Mako"" or in english "Mako's Dream" up and running with power. I have one more battery but it will have to go on the next trip. This one lets me test the system and Sven will do the installation this coming week. Hopefully it will be up and running for the October trip starting on the 17th. That way we can charge electronics during the day and evenings too. Tight Lines all.


It's funny how we have been there so many times and yet I feel the same way. It will be hard to sleep tonight! See you tomorrow bud!

[Mahigeer]

Thank you Bob for your reply.


Have a safe trip to and from, and let us know how it went.

Be sure to wear eye and ear protection when working with power tools.

SAFETY should be job 1.


Bon Voyage

[buddha]

Ok Monstahfish and I are all set. We got our FMMs taken care of today. It was about an hour wait today by car to come back.

[Mahigeer]

Knock on wood that I am not superstitious, but my fortune cookie tonight said:
“You will enjoy the twisted road, if you don’t expect it to be straight.”

Now if it had said A twisted road, that would have been something.


One week to go.

[Dannowar]

Too bad it's paved the whole way. :D

[Mr. NiceGuy]

I'm looking forward the the photos and videos of everyone having fun.

[buddha]

Defjack is getting his FMM today at the border today.

[Mahigeer]

I doubt any bait or otherwise fish in Gonzaga Bay would look like these flies, but I thought I will give them a try.


http://i444.photobucket.com/albums/qq163/balickchi/09FHS%20rod%20winner/bonito%20rig%20casting/DSCN5190.jpg (http://s444.photobucket.com/user/balickchi/media/09FHS%20rod%20winner/bonito%20rig%20casting/DSCN5190.jpg.html)


It is more satisfying to catch a fish with a fly that one ties after all.

No??



I am almost done packing, but some addition of accessories to the kayak remains. It should be done tomorrow.

I may even take out for a lobster hooping trip before our trip.

[makobob]

Just back from paradise, passed Danny on the road as we were coming back. They will do good. Water was nice. Temps were good but still warm. 90's but LOW humidity so not too bad. Sven and Steve took Rob to the deep reef in Gonzaga. I will let Rob tell the rest of that story.

BRING WIRE and SMALLER jigs, fish are targeting 1-2" bait. TON'S of Sierra, lot's of Corvina, bass, triggers, rose snapper. small mega baits but BEEF up all the small hooks. OR YOU WILL LOOSE FISH, some of them BIG fish. BIG fish just love to straighten out those small trebles. In SIX days those going will catch.
Tight Lines.

[Mahigeer]

Welcome back. That was a short trip.

Did you get any work done, or just dropped off the material?

Great to hear the fish are there and biting.

I don't know if I could use metal leader on the fly rod? I will call a fly shop.

I guess I will have to see what happens.

Thanks for the tip on hook replacement.

[makobob]

Hashem it is YOUR outfit. JUST DO IT, your worry would be to damage your rod tip if you were to hit it, and your fly has a small piece of lead so it could damage your rod. I was fishing a deceiver years ago and had it happen, but it is not something that would normally happen. I do not worry about it. With sierras you will be cut off a lot!!! They are everywhere now to over 32"'s. Short 6" wire will work and BTW put anything SILVER or FLASHY as part of your fly. They will ALL get bit but............................................... ......Flashy is better, the bait is silver, (match the hatch). Tight lines, fishy dreams.



Welcome back. That was a short trip.

Did you get any work done, or just dropped off the material?

Great to hear the fish are there and biting.

I don't know if I could use metal leader on the fly rod? I will call a fly shop.

I guess I will have to see what happens.

Thanks for the tip on hook replacement.

[Mahigeer]

Thanks Bob,

Will do as advised.

[makobob]

All your flies will get bit, lighter colors with flash or silver normally work better. 6" wire leaders will save flies and jigs. Plastics also work well BUT you have to move them faster or the triggers will tear them up. If you are getting lots of triggers MOVE your Jigs FASTER. Works for me. Tight Lines and fishy dreams.


I doubt any bait or otherwise fish in Gonzaga Bay would look like these flies, but I thought I will give them a try.


http://i444.photobucket.com/albums/qq163/balickchi/09FHS%20rod%20winner/bonito%20rig%20casting/DSCN5190.jpg (http://s444.photobucket.com/user/balickchi/media/09FHS%20rod%20winner/bonito%20rig%20casting/DSCN5190.jpg.html)


It is more satisfying to catch a fish with a fly that one ties after all.

No??



I am almost done packing, but some addition of accessories to the kayak remains. It should be done tomorrow.

I may even take out for a lobster hooping trip before our trip.

[buddha]

Just to confirm.

We will be meeting at Johnnys Shell station in El Cajon at 5 am. Address is 515 N. Magnolia Ave, just off the 8?

[makobob]

YES, Jeff 5am Saturday morning, it is POSSIBLE I will be a few minutes LATE as I am loading TWO new guys that morning, but I will be there. Jeff you know how hard it can be to get loaded when there are going to be three of us all trying to get ALL our gear on board. Gr8fulDude will be coming in on Friday night and loading his stuff, then sleeping in his car until morning. Do not know when Hashem will arrive, hopefully by 3 so we should be on time but you never know.

[Mahigeer]

My plan was to leave LA around 8-10:00 PM on Friday. Take the (15) freeway.
Hit the Pechanga Casino for several hours, and then it is a 45 min. drive to Bob's place (according to Google Maps) and arrive to his place by 3:00 AM initially for the 3:30 AM rendezvous.
Since the rendezvous time was changed to 3:00 AM, I was planning to adjust my arrival.

I could also take (405) freeway come directly, to Bob’s place if that is a better plan and after loading, do something around there, or go to Pechanga afterwards.
I don’t know how much useful sleep I could get in the car.
As to loading the truck, I think all of the gear should be present, so the heavier/sturdier ones are on the bottom. Like my Yeti cooler and the Rubbermaid Actionpaker’s containers.
I have a roof carrier that in Lieu of Bob’s kayak could go on top. The light but bulky items like sleeping bags could go in there. I will have extra straps with me if needed.

I am available to suggestions.

[makobob]

If you are at my place at three it will all work out fine. Remember my rack holds two yaks, yours and Gr8fulDudes. Should be good.


My plan was to leave LA around 8-10:00 PM on Friday. Take the (15) freeway.
Hit the Pechanga Casino for several hours, and then it is a 45 min. drive to Bob's place (according to Google Maps) and arrive to his place by 3:00 AM initially for the 3:30 AM rendezvous.
Since the rendezvous time was changed to 3:00 AM, I was planning to adjust my arrival.

I could also take (405) freeway come directly, to Bob’s place if that is a better plan and after loading, do something around there, or go to Pechanga afterwards.
I don’t know how much useful sleep I could get in the car.
As to loading the truck, I think all of the gear should be present, so the heavier/sturdier ones are on the bottom. Like my Yeti cooler and the Rubbermaid Actionpaker’s containers.
I have a roof carrier that in Lieu of Bob’s kayak could go on top. The light but bulky items like sleeping bags could go in there. I will have extra straps with me if needed.

I am available to suggestions.

[makobob]

Jeff sent a pm and this was my reply. We all know where we meet at Johnny's shell station? From there we will put those needing FMM"s or need them stamped in one or two trucks. Those trucks will do a left at border check to get FMMS the others will go right and line up there before the light on RIGHT side. When we come out of FMM PLACE we will get in right lane and you will follow us, stay close. I will keep the speed down so you can keep up. Go to all things Baja or Bust STICKY THREAD and print out the driving directions JUST INCASE. Once out of Mexicali I will stop at a PEMEX STATION on the right side of the road to get us all together again. FROM Samn Diego to Mexicali is 125 miles we can stop there for fuel if needed. Then from there to San Felipe is another 125 miles. EVERYONE will fuel up there. Then 95 miles to camp.

[Mahigeer]

If you are at my place at three it will all work out fine. Remember my rack holds two yaks, yours and Gr8fulDudes. Should be good.

Will do as directed Bob.

May I suggest that only the heavy items of yours and G8 be loaded up until I get there.

Then we can load up my heavy items first.

I will bring the roof carrier and if not used, leave it in my car. Perhaps we can put the carrier on top of the kayak, if it can be useful.

I have changed the hooks on 12 lures with the new Owner hooks. At $10.00 for only six (6) hooks, I got only two packs.

I am tying some new flies too. Pictures to follow.

[Gr8fuldude]

FMM done (paid but still needs to be stamped), fishing license-check!

Still interested in doing a one or two night camping trip to San Luis Island if anyone is interested. Fishing out there should be insane. Check out this link, then click on the pictures.

http://wikimapia.org/6427399/Isla-San-Luis

Hasta Sabado, amigos :cheers1:

[makobob]

100 hours and it is off to paradise, predicted temps should be in the 80's days and low 70's nights. As of now no rain in the forecast and winds 5-10 mph. Fishing should be GOLD or BETTER. I would expect to be eating breakfast in San Felipe around 1030 and be in camp before 1pm, fish the afternoon and have Brats by Jack around dark. Tight Lines amigos, and fishy dreams.

[MrPukaShell]

What kind of music do you all listen to?

[makobob]

On the way down, Satellite XM radio, easy listening from the 70's. When we get there whatever YOU bring, I have no radio in camp, nights we usually just talk. Bring what you like.


What kind of music do you all listen to?

[Mahigeer]

What kind of music do you all listen to?



Anything but rap.

I will have some Turkish belly dancing music.



I was reading some old thread, about the NO, NOs of taking to and from Mexico. Besides the obvious ones like drug etc..

No ammunition, even empty shells. Be sure to clean you trucks if you are a hunter.

I usually carry in my pocket a Swiss army knife at all times, it will be packed away. I was going to bring a hunting knife (packed of course), but I will change it to a dive knife. Packed away of course.
Fillet knives should also be packed and if anyone asked---they are cooking knives.

Last time I was there, we were given lobsters to bring back, by a co-op fisherman. I gave a lot of fish to them and in exchange they gave us lobsters. My host took them all, without offering any to me. That is another story.
I knew that lobster fishing was not allowed for visitors; but did not know it could present a problem if we had some with us, since we had no proof of purchase. Good thing I did not know it could be a problem. I would have been sweating it out at the check points. They checked out our truck much more carefully leaving Baja than getting in. They made us get out and they looked under the seats.
All young soldiers with machine guns.

[makobob]

All good info, yes there are check points where you may be asked to step out of the truck while they check it out.
I always keep my money on me and my passport and papers in a box I can see to make sure it is not opened. I have only lost a ten dollar bill I left in the console and did NOT keep an eye on. Yes ALL knives are packed AND in the back of the truck, NOT in the cab. And NEVER make any remarks to the guards, just politely answer their questions. Respect goes a long ways. Tight Lines.


Anything but rap.

I will have some Turkish belly dancing music.



I was reading some old thread, about the NO, NOs of taking to and from Mexico. Besides the obvious ones like drug etc..

No ammunition, even empty shells. Be sure to clean you trucks if you are a hunter.

I usually carry in my pocket a Swiss army knife at all times, it will be packed away. I was going to bring a hunting knife (packed of course), but I will change it to a dive knife. Packed away of course.
Fillet knives should also be packed and if anyone asked---they are cooking knives.

Last time I was there, we were given lobsters to bring back, buy a co-op fisherman. I gave a lot of fish to them and in exchange they gave us lobsters. My host took them all, without offering any to me. That is another story.
I knew that lobster fishing was not allowed for visitors; but did not know it could present a problem if we had some with us, since we had no proof of purchase. Good thing I did not know it could be a problem. I would have been sweating it out at the check points. They checked out our truck much more carefully leaving Baja than getting in. They made us get out and they looked under the seats.
All young soldiers with machine guns.

[makobob]

Sven and Steve are at my place. Danny and friends are at a palapa in front of restaurant and leaving tomorrow. Sven might have caught a 30+# Jack Cravelle, so there are big fish in the area. He called to let me know that the guys working on the concrete floor were doing a great job. Floor should be done TOMORROW, then maybe the outside ramp will be done Friday. Means I can start on the inside soon. Happy days are here again!!!!!! Tight Lines and fishy dreams.
See you guys 84 hours from NOW at Johnny's Shell Station. Paradise here we come AGAIN!!! You too can ride the BAJA EXPRESS.

[buddha]

Still using those 1-2 inch shiny lures? I hope so since I cleaned out tackle warehouse of their 1/4 oz. kastmasters in chrome and chrome/blue today.

[makobob]

So you get them Thursday or Friday, did you get larger/stronger hooks, split rings and split ring pliers? Of course you have a light spinning outfit to cast them with and wire to keep from being cut off. Jeff the small stuff will catch all year long many times BETTER than the BIGGER baits. Remember if you want to work deeper water the larger faster sinking jigs work too. Mega baits from small to large, Surface iron, deep iron for Yo Yoing all work..Trolling BIG REPALAS trolled just off the rocks can be deadly too. MANY techniques to choose from, most of them work, right now today it is YOUR call. Tight Lines.


Still using those 1-2 inch shiny lures? I hope so since I cleaned out tackle warehouse of their 1/4 oz. kastmasters in chrome and chrome/blue today.

[Mahigeer]

Drove today for two hrs. to get OWNER single replacement hooks.

They are made to replace the treble hooks.

They are suppose to be strong. Will see.

[makobob]

Never straightened out an OWNER hook yet!! Hashem they should be fine.
Jeff bring them all, someone might want to buy a few from you.
Buddha's Bait's Mexico. "U hook em Buddha cook um."


Drove today for two hrs. to get OWNER single replacement hooks.

They are made to replace the treble hooks.

They are suppose to be strong. Will see.

[SDROB]

Sven and Steve are at my place. Danny and friends are at a palapa in front of restaurant and leaving tomorrow. Sven might have caught a 30+# Jack Cravelle, so there are big fish in the area. He called to let me know that the guys working on the concrete floor were doing a great job. Floor should be done TOMORROW, then maybe the outside ramp will be done Friday. Means I can start on the inside soon. Happy days are here again!!!!!! Tight Lines and fishy dreams.
See you guys 84 hours from NOW at Johnny's Shell Station. Paradise here we come AGAIN!!! You too can ride the BAJA EXPRESS.

Are Jack Cravelle good eats?

[makobob]

Never tasted one Rob but I do know that the Rose Snapper and OM Corvina you took home to mom were MUCH better. Tight Lines partner.


Are Jack Cravelle good eats?

[makobob]

While waiting to see my doctor this afternoon I received a second phone call from Sven with an update. Sven and Steve caught two yellow tail today. He said every time they got the yaks up to trolling speeds they were bit. WFO mostly SIERRA, BASS, TRIGGERS, but fish after fish, after fish!!! The small mega baits and rapala type lures too. SILVER, SILVER, SILVER WFO!!!!! He said one YT was small 4 pounds.

GUYS bring a light outfit just to have a ball with. I will be surprized if anyone on this trip does not have a hundred fish day if they wanted one. a light spinning rod or a fly rod should be just the ticket, I will bring my 8 wt. to play around with.

In other news the cement floor inside our place is DONE, Sven said it looked good and they were working on the entrance ramp. So our new place is coming along just fine.

60 hours till we meet up at Johnny's Shell station, is EVERYONE ready for a fishing trip to paradise???? Tight Lines and fishy dreams.

[Mahigeer]

Thanks for the update Sir.

These hot days we are having in LA are like "Spring training" for fishing in Baja.


I got lots of small lures, maybe I should get more!!

Two fly rods and homemade flies to experiment with.

See you in Vista soon.


Was the trolling speed reached with Mirage drive or paddles? My guess is the Mirage drive.

[Dannowar]

mahigeer


stop playing around, bring some big boy tackle, hike out to the bird shit rock at bufeo at low tide and catch one of these, in ten feet of water....



...i was chasing yellow snapper around a rock when i went face to face with this big mother.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v13/littlehammet/FB5003D7-B70E-4644-8F6D-E54E1CD8F93D_zpsdpezgzv5.png (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/littlehammet/media/FB5003D7-B70E-4644-8F6D-E54E1CD8F93D_zpsdpezgzv5.png.html)

[makobob]

Way to go Danny, been feeding those puppies for years. Yep it is hard to get the guys in close enough the other problem is that they almost always rock you. Nice fish?

mahigeer


stop playing around, bring some big boy tackle, hike out to the bird shit rock at bufeo at low tide and catch one of these, in ten feet of water....



...i was chasing yellow snapper around a rock when i went face to face with this big mother.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v13/littlehammet/FB5003D7-B70E-4644-8F6D-E54E1CD8F93D_zpsdpezgzv5.png (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/littlehammet/media/FB5003D7-B70E-4644-8F6D-E54E1CD8F93D_zpsdpezgzv5.png.html)

[Dannowar]

this was the only cabrilla i took from the point. i was hanging out in massive balls of bait and watching the sierra absolutely go nuts. also hanging out shallow and hunting the VERY skiddish yellow snapper.....also stumbled upon a small DOGGY SNAPPER which made quite the meal.

visibility wasn't too great inshore. Our highspot on the other hand greeted us with 60 foot visibility and no shortage of Pargo, cabrilla and even a teenage gulf grouper.


Guys headed down, TONS of gill netting pangas out fishing every day/evening/night. tons of bait.


good luck and safe travels


Bob, if you could gather any info about the house for lease up the road that would be awesome!

[Mahigeer]

Will do Dannowar. Thanks for the tip.
My (2) two speed Avets are ready to go along with some smaller Shimanos. #60 braid with red Seaguar #25-30 top shot.

I got big Krocks and some poppers in different sizes. My go-to iron is Salas 6 X Jr. in scrambled.
I even have some knock-off flatfall lures.

Tied some weird looking flies with lots of flash on them. One even has lead wire, so it can sink.

Is that fish from the current trip, or previous ones?

[Dannowar]

The cabrilla is from Sunday afternoon. I really hope you score dude!

[Mahigeer]

The cabrilla is from Sunday afternoon. I really hope you score dude!

Nice hunting.

Thank you for your well wishes.

Hopefully I get to thank you in person.

[makobob]

Guy's Danny is right last week there were 26 commercial pangas launching and landing from our beach. They will be here for at least two years. Most of them run to Punta Final area and they are mostly netting Sierra at night in deeper waters. Our beach is where the Mexican Government allows them to launch in the area. These pangas are mostly netters with a few Hook and liners thrown in. They do not to like it loose their gear so they STAY AWAY from the rocks. Last week I watched some of them unload. I saw 2 YT, 4 Cabrilla, a snapper and TON's of Sierra. Yes they can affect the local fishing but are not set up to fish most of the species we target. Tight Lines.

[Dannowar]

We also hired one of them to take us out :cool:

I would imagine they made more money for pretty much a nice day in the water haha

[Mahigeer]

The “yak” has been all “dolled” up and ready to go with a lots of accessories.
I will be leaving LA around 9:00 PM tomorrow, to miss the rush hour traffic.

First stop is Pechanga Casino to see if I can make the trip free, or help pay their electric bill!

Attention my fellow travelers:
Sorry I did not post this here before; I have two kayak seats for sale if you need one. If interested I can post picture here or to your PM.

They are both Surf to Summit units. One is used and for only $40.00. Thin seat, but back pocket and rod holders.
Other one is brand new and has thick seat. No back pocket or rod holder.$100.00
Anyone who is going and wants to see pictures please let me know ASAP.
When I get back I will post them on the other board.

[makobob]

In 24 hours we should be having breakfast in San Felipe and be on our last leg to paradise. Fishy dreams tonight guy's. And tight Lines tomorrow!!!!!

[MrPukaShell]

More than ready. Pesos exchanged and FMM stamped. Just need to pick up a few last items at the store

[makobob]

Locked and loaded. Waiting for Gr8fuldude and Mahigeer to arrive and get loaded up. So many fish, if you get to sleep tonight, fishy dreams. Cause tomorrow WILL BE Tight Lines and Brats by Defjack, how could life get better???


More than ready. Pesos exchanged and FMM stamped. Just need to pick up a few last items at the store

[Mahigeer]

Bob,

Your 10:00Am PM indicated that Paul is coming alone and not with us.

The above says you are waiting for him.


Either case we will see him at the Bay.

Leaving in few minutes. No sleep for me till tomorrow night.

[Mr. NiceGuy]

Keep your eyes and ears open and please steer clear of trouble.
I wish a safe trip to everyone.

Looking forward to the photos and travel reports.

[makobob]

THANKSGIVING in ASUNCION with the ROSSMAN.

We are a month out. Below are the anglers on the CONFIRMED list. If I have it WRONG please let me know soonest. Thanks.

Svendawg
Buddah
East Los Yaker
Greenscales
Deamon
RomSpaceNut
Makobob
BEAR

Cooking Schedule

23 Eat at Rossman's
24 Deamon tri tip
25 Greenscales fresh fish
26 Thanksgiving Buddha/Makobob Turkey
27 Buddha Gumbo
28 RomSpaceNut Shrimp and Scallops
29 Makobob Shrimp
30
1 Dec
2 Makobob Restaurant
3 HOME

Please choose a day, you can cook, go to restaurant and pay or Buddha will cook for you, contact him.
Remember a JACKET it can get cold in the evenings.
YOU will NEED a dinner plate!!!

More to follow. Tight Lines and Fishy Dreams.

[Deamon]

Bob, I've got the 24th. Prob do the tri tip/London broil thing. Jim

[Mahigeer]

Arrived home 2:00 AM last night.

Will be working on a long post soon.

Please be patient.

It will be informational.


Great time was enjoyed by everyone.

[rossman]

Caught my first YFT from the kayak this morning. Wish I had a nice off shore adventure story to tell but I caught it in 100 ft of water fishing for calicos with a megabait. I'll get a photo up in the morning. Dreadfully slow speeds in the middle of the day.

[MrPukaShell]

That's what you get for stopping by the Casino.

Arrived home 2:00 AM last night.

Will be working on a long post soon.

Please be patient.

It will be informational.


Great time was enjoyed by everyone.

[Zed]

Caught my first YFT from the kayak this morning. Wish I had a nice off shore adventure story to tell but I caught it in 100 ft of water fishing for calicos with a megabait. I'll get a photo up in the morning. Dreadfully slow speeds in the middle of the day.

Damn you win. Althought calico bycatch is a story in itself.

1000th post. Only took 10yrs.

[makobob]

Caught my first YFT from the kayak this morning. Wish I had a nice off shore adventure story to tell but I caught it in 100 ft of water fishing for calicos with a megabait. I'll get a photo up in the morning. Dreadfully slow speeds in the middle of the day.

Been waiting for this post, congratulations, next is that WAHOO!!!!!!!!!!
Hashem, patience is a virtue butt, WE are fishermen, cut us some slack and hurry up the post.
Jim, YOUR tri tip is always AWESOME, bring it on amigo.

Less than a month for a chance to fish one of the best locations in Baja...........
Tight Lines, Fishy Dreams.

[Mahigeer]

That's what you get for stopping by the Casino.

I only stayed there 2.5 hrs.

There was road closer on 91 which added a lot time to the trip.

I did however, won back $3.00 of my loss from last Saturday.

Loved the CD. Kept me awake. Thank you.




Bob,

I have been working on the report already. Like a good wine, it takes time to make it a good one.

[greenscales]

Looking for best road map(s) (for 4x4 as well) for the Bajas w/contours and relatively up to date. If it includes the Pacific w/depth or landmarks, even better. Also aNy for my trucks GPS? Definitely need something for the Asuncion.
I will do dinner on the 25th. Maybe ceviche, rockfish, etc since I will have a few days head start on you guys. I will try to load up on produce at Trader Joes Sat AM b4 crossing the border - hopefully it will last until Wed. Plus some craft beer as well.
Any food allergies?

[buddha]

November 27

Gumbo

[greenscales]

I was just pondering Gumbo or Jambalaya just before you posted. I guess i will just have to sit back and enjoy yours. For those that know Ascuncion, how is grocery shopping in the area? Specifically looking at vegetabbles, eggs, and possibly beef - the stuff that doesn't travel well for a week. Thanks

[makobob]

Next nearest town is 50 miles away, ASUNCION has veggies, eggs, beef , chicken, but not always up to USA standards or choices.


I was just pondering Gumbo or Jambalaya just before you posted. I guess i will just have to sit back and enjoy yours. For those that know Ascuncion, how is grocery shopping in the area? Specifically looking at vegetabbles, eggs, and possibly beef - the stuff that doesn't travel well for a week. Thanks

[MITCHELL]

I wish I could go but I have to work ...5 more years before I can retire good luck and safe passage catch lots of fish :reel::wsb::sifone:

[rossman]

The beef is really lacking in Asunción. About the only beef you can get is a thinly sliced flap meat that would be great for beef jerky. No matter how I fix it it turns out like jerky. They some times have done big meaty beef ribs which is a great, bit I don't know what happens to the rest of the cow.

Just got back from a couple days of outrageous big yellowtail fishing between.Bahia Tortuga and Punta Eugenia. 4 fish totaling 167 pounds..Hopefully mt Loncheria with WiFi is open tomorrow so I can post some photos and the whole story.

[buddha]

The beef is really lacking in Asunción. About the only beef you can get is a thinly sliced flap meat that would be great for beef jerky. No matter how I fix it it turns out like jerky. They some times have done big meaty beef ribs which is a great, bit I don't know what happens to the rest of the cow.

Just got back from a couple days of outrageous big yellowtail fishing between.Bahia Tortuga and Punta Eugenia. 4 fish totaling 167 pounds..Hopefully mt Loncheria with WiFi is open tomorrow so I can post some photos and the whole story.

Ross

I sent you a few PMs regarding the Thanksgiving meal.

Do you like stuffing I always like that for a thanksgiving dinner. A lot of the stuff can be cooked the day before so that we can eat early. Did you want to eat at 3:30? I like candied yams also and they are easy to make.

How does this sound?

Turkey, mashed potatoes candied yams, stuffing, gravy, and simple salad.

I can do it all and you can fish with the guys.

Let me know what time you want to have dinner.

[rossman]

Ross

I sent you a few PMs regarding the Thanksgiving meal.

Do you like stuffing I always like that for a thanksgiving dinner. A lot of the stuff can be cooked the day before so that we can eat early. Did you want to eat at 3:30? I like candied yams also and they are easy to make.

How does this sound?

Turkey, mashed potatoes candied yams, stuffing, gravy, and simple salad.

I can do it all and you can fish with the guys.

Let me know what time you want to have dinner.


Sorry Jeff, I forgot to respond to the PM. That all sounds great. I'm not a fan of stuffing myself but I am probably in the minority so go for it.. I'm hungry just thinking about the meal. Gravy lots of Gravy!.

[buddha]

Sorry Jeff, I forgot to respond to the PM. That all sounds great. I'm not a fan of stuffing myself but I am probably in the minority so go for it.. I'm hungry just thinking about the meal. Gravy lots of Gravy!.

Did you want everything done at 3:30 PM? What time did you want to have dinner?

[rossman]

Did you want everything done at 3:30 PM? What time did you want to have dinner?


Yup I'm thinking having everything ready to serve around 330 or 4. Gives everyone a chance to fish and clean up and then put on the feed bag. Might be some other folks popping in and out in the afternoon and evening. No way of predicting when or how many.

[buddha]

Yup I'm thinking having everything ready to serve around 330 or 4. Gives everyone a chance to fish and clean up and then put on the feed bag. Might be some other folks popping in and out in the afternoon and evening. No way of predicting when or how many.

Ok then I will cook things in advance and probably get some fishing in the morning probably just calicos near your place instead of San Roque. 4 is more likely. You don't have to help you can go fishing.

BTW: Do you have enough serving bowls for everything that we are making; mashed potatoes, candied yams, stuffing, salad, veggies?

Also do you have a roasting pan with a rack to cook the turkey?

If you have a weber charcoal grill there I can cook the turkey on that also.

[buddha]

I was just pondering Gumbo or Jambalaya just before you posted. I guess i will just have to sit back and enjoy yours. For those that know Ascuncion, how is grocery shopping in the area? Specifically looking at vegetabbles, eggs, and possibly beef - the stuff that doesn't travel well for a week. Thanks

I know it sounds strange but if I had a dinner of french toast, hash browns or skillet potatoes with sausage or bacon I would not be unhappy.

You could also make a breakfast burrito for dinner also.

[rossman]

I know it sounds strange but if I had a dinner of french toast, hash browns or skillet potatoes with sausage or bacon I would not be unhappy.

You could also make a breakfast burrito for dinner also.

Absolutely agree Jeff. I for one am on the water well before breakfast so breakfast for dinner is not unusual.

[buddha]

Absolutely agree Jeff. I for one am on the water well before breakfast so breakfast for dinner is not unusual.

Ross I edited a previous post and I guess you missed this.

"Do you have enough serving bowls for everything that we are making; mashed potatoes, candied yams, stuffing, salad, veggies?

Also do you have a roasting pan with a rack to cook the turkey?

If you have a weber charcoal grill there I can cook the turkey on that also."

[rossman]

Ross I edited a previous post and I guess you missed this.

"Do you have enough serving bowls for everything that we are making; mashed potatoes, candied yams, stuffing, salad, veggies?

Also do you have a roasting pan with a rack to cook the turkey?

If you have a weber charcoal grill there I can cook the turkey on that also."


I'm set with serving bowls and roasting pan with rack. I think I mentioned it before that I am short on plates. I will have plenty of paper plates but if you all like to eat a big meal off a hard plate, like I do,, bring one down with you.

[greenscales]

I know it sounds strange but if I had a dinner of french toast, hash browns or skillet potatoes with sausage or bacon I would not be unhappy.

Ok - I make crazy French Toast, omelettes, etc. premade Latke's are way easier and I find more flavorful than hash brownns. And I am Recently diagnosed as diabetic, so cracking others out on my high carb creations would be a pleasure since I can't enjoy much myself.

As for bacon and eggs then - since I am coming down early, what is the availability of those items in the region? I can try to shop Saturday AM IN SD before heading down, but forgot the Baja 1000 is that weekend, so I may need to get lacrosse the border earlier (or maybe much later).

Still looking for recommendations on both more current, detailed road maps and/or ocean charts for the waters of Central, Pacific Coast Baja.

[rossman]

Bacon and eggs are always available in the village, and in my refrigerator.

As for maps, the seasoned Baja travelers carry the Baja Almanac. Great book of maps. Been out of print for a while but there is one place that sells then online yet. Can't put my fingers on the URL right now but I know Bob bought one in July so maybe he can help. Or try to Google it. AAA to also did maps for Baja which were pretty good. I heard that they too were out of print but may still be some available if you are a member.

Don't know about paper charts for the Pacific Baja. I always use the Navonics Web app on my laptop to zoom in on an area that I am interested. Difficult to print anything off the app but can be done with screen print. Google Navonics Web app and you will find it.

[makobob]

Good luck, nothing seems to be current, I do have a spare copy of the Baja Almanac That could be BORROWED to make copies from. It is the 2009 edition which was the last one printed. For charts you need to go to a chart store, most are also out dated but almost accurate. These are the charts boaters/cruisers use to sail the coasts of Baja and Mexico. Have never seem both map and charts combined would be cool but most boat or drive. If you find please let me know. You might want to get a copy of Charlie's Charts. Fish Maps also puts out 4 fishing charts for Baja. North, South Pacific side, and North, South Sea of Cortez, but again not current. Hope this helps.


I know it sounds strange but if I had a dinner of french toast, hash browns or skillet potatoes with sausage or bacon I would not be unhappy.

Ok - I make crazy French Toast, omelettes, etc. premade Latke's are way easier and I find more flavorful than hash brownns. And I am Recently diagnosed as diabetic, so cracking others out on my high carb creations would be a pleasure since I can't enjoy much myself.

As for bacon and eggs then - since I am coming down early, what is the availability of those items in the region? I can try to shop Saturday AM IN SD before heading down, but forgot the Baja 1000 is that weekend, so I may need to get lacrosse the border earlier (or maybe much later).

Still looking for recommendations on both more current, detailed road maps and/or ocean charts for the waters of Central, Pacific Coast Baja.

[greenscales]

First, I am going to go through all my gear this week and be at Fisherman's hardware Saturday for the big sale. Load up on plastics, Seaguar, etc. Looking for suggestions for the Asuncion regulars, for targeting species and gear that we typically don't use for So CA - specially to get Wahoo from the Yak. As anyone else planning on going? I will head to Fastlane after to possibly get a sail for the PA.

So my plan was to load up Fri, 11/20 and head out early Sat, but forgot, that is the Baja 1000. If they race Sat on the 1, I think I will wait until Sunday to head down while everyone sleeps off their hangovers.

[Baja_Traveler]

When I couldn't find my copy of the Baja Almanac (and discovered that they are long out of print, as the author passed away), I started researching an alternative. I discovered numerous posts over on Expedition Portal on the subject of Baja Mapsets. The most common response from all the off road crowd was to download the Motion X GPS app. Most of those guys are loading it onto iPads and installing iPad mounts in the chase vehicles for the Baja 1000. That's what I did and the trail and street detail is pretty darned good for all of Baja. (though it doesn't show the dirt trail we took out to the point at San Quintin)...

[rossman]

These guys still have some of the latest edition of the Baja Almanac in Stock.
http://www.bajabooksandmaps.com/

[makobob]

Calling EastLosYaker and RomSpaceNut. What night are each of you cooking and what are you fixing???? Inquiring minds want to know! Guys this trip is only 18 days away. Getting pretty close. I know for sure that Jim and Sven are chomping at the bit. 40 lb YT are waiting. Fishy dreams guys.

[rossman]

Guys there is a new restaurant right on the beach that is only open on Fri - Sunday which is a possibility one of those evenings.
I also found a contact that will sell me fresh lobsters. Just scored 4 for myself this morning and hope to grab enough for everyone while you are here if someone wants to cook or barbecue them up one evening. If not I can keep them frozen and thaw them out as needed in the next few months.

The bigger YT have been a bit illusive for me in the last week or so. Still very warm water. Almost 77. Dorado being seen on every session but no biters for me yet. Pangero are limiting on nice quality yellows fairly quickly in the San Pablo area. A bit too far for me to paddle. The last few days the wind has picked up quite early and chased me off the water by 10:30 or so. Today it is just beginning to freshen at 1:15 so maybe things are back to normal. I know if we lose a couple degrees in water temp, it is going to be game on at San Roque.

[buddha]

Guys there is a new restaurant right on the beach that is only open on Fri - Sunday which is a possibility one of those evenings.
I also found a contact that will sell me fresh lobsters. Just scored 4 for myself this morning and hope to grab enough for everyone while you are here if someone wants to cook or barbecue them up one evening. If not I can keep them frozen and thaw them out as needed in the next few months.

The bigger YT have been a bit illusive for me in the last week or so. Still very warm water. Almost 77. Dorado being seen on every session but no biters for me yet. Pangero are limiting on nice quality yellows fairly quickly in the San Pablo area. A bit too far for me to paddle. The last few days the wind has picked up quite early and chased me off the water by 10:30 or so. Today it is just beginning to freshen at 1:15 so maybe things are back to normal. I know if we lose a couple degrees in water temp, it is going to be game on at San Roque.

Yes I will cook up those lobsters for you and everyone.

[makobob]

Ross, this is a full moon trip so let me ask a question. Has the beach in front of your place been fishable? I thought it might be good on the full moon for corvina? I know San Roque will be good too. See you soon. Tight Lines amigo.

[rossman]

Ross, this is a full moon trip so let me ask a question. Has the beach in front of your place been fishable? I thought it might be good on the full moon for corvina? I know San Roque will be good too. See you soon. Tight Lines amigo.

I actually haven't fished down the here for a month or so. The water has generally cleaned up and there is not near as much floating kelp and weeds washing in with the tides. Can't imagine that there would not be some corvina and halibut lurking out there. Hell even had some small dodos working some bait practically within casting distance a couple nights ago

[EastLosYaker]

Hey Jim or Greenscales, would one of you be willing to switch your cooking nights? Would love to stay for the whole trip, but have to be at work the following Monday. I will be making my famous Chicken once again. Let me know if either of you is able to accommodate. Thanks!

[EastLosYaker]

Another option would be that I could take care of dinner wherever we stop on the Travel day. The only problem would be that there would still be a few days to cover food towards the end of your stay.

[makobob]

TWO WEEKS TO LIFTOFF!

Kevin, if Jim or green scales do not want to change dates then you can do dinner on our travel day. Not a problem.
Jim I have not heard from RomSpaceNut, any idea if he is ok and still going. Looking to see which night he wants to cook.

Ross tell these guys what the weather has been like. Jackets at night? Sven is coming back so maybe the WSB will show for him again. Tight Lines and YT Dreams.

[rossman]

TWO WEEKS TO LIFTOFF!

Kevin, if Jim or green scales do not want to change dates then you can do dinner on our travel day. Not a problem.
Jim I have not heard from RomSpaceNut, any idea if he is ok and still going. Looking to see which night he wants to cook.

Ross tell these guys what the weather has been like. Jackets at night? Sven is coming back so maybe the WSB will show for him again. Tight Lines and YT Dreams.


I will have something simple for you guys to eat when you get here if you don't want to stop for dinner. I'm thinking of my fish chowder or a pot of chili, chips and salsa, guacamole etc.

The weather has been very pleasant during the day. High 70s mostly. Evenings and nighttime are getting a little nippy by my standards. Mid 60s. Always a breeze off the ocean in the evening.

WSB for Sven? I don't think so. That's so passe'. I am fully prepared for the Dawg to put a Wahoo on his deck. Probably on a swim bait or salmon eggs or something dumb.

[makobob]

That sounds good, Thank you, we will plan on dinner with you. Seems some people up here have been chumming with Sunflower seed SHELLs for the pelagics and are doing well. Time will tell. Should be another great trip. See you soon and tight lines to all.


I will have something simple for you guys to eat when you get here if you don't want to stop for dinner. I'm thinking of my fish chowder or a pot of chili, chips and salsa, guacamole etc.

The weather has been very pleasant during the day. High 70s mostly. Evenings and nighttime are getting a little nippy by my standards. Mid 60s. Always a breeze off the ocean in the evening.

WSB for Sven? I don't think so. That's so passe'. I am fully prepared for the Dawg to put a Wahoo on his deck. Probably on a swim bait or salmon eggs or something dumb.

[buddha]

Ok here is where we will meet at 4:30 AM on Monday November 23.

Take the 805 South to Palm Avenue and make a right. Make a right into the shopping center and it is easily found.

http://www.mapquest.com/us/california/restaurants-san-diego/mcdonalds-11300211

Hopefully everyone has their FMMs and all other documents as we want to be able to leave from the border at 5 AM.