2017 GONZAGA on the FLY 2017

[makobob]

This is the big trip of the year. Dates are 22-30 October.
HOWEVER
I will be in camp from the 15th until the 30th. So some might come starting as early as the 15th.

This year because the trip was so popular you can sign up for week one or week two. This will allow for more people to enjoy paradise. Weather and fishing are both at their best in October so start your planning now, most of last years fishermen want to return so.........I might limit each week to 15 anglers.
Tight Lines.

Anglers are:
Week 1
Makobob CONFIRMED
Mahigeer CONFIRMED
Baja_Traveler CONFIRMED
MrPukaShell CONFIRMED
Sivak CONFIRMED
Sivak+ CONFIRMED


Week 2
Makobob CONFIRMED
MrPukaShell CONFIRMED
Serop CONFIRMED
Gr8fuldude CONFIRMED
Mike Scales CONFIRMED
Mike's little brother CONFIRMED
Domesta27 CONFIRMED
Domtesta27 friend CONFIRMED
Sivak CONFIRMED
Sivak+ CONFIRMED
Fishnstix CONFIRMED

[Mahigeer]

Marked on calendar already.

One week seemed too short the way that I do it.

If the boat is available, I like to bring my friend Ken Jones.
He is not a kayaker, but is an interesting person to meet.
More on him as we get close.


I guess we have to make caravan traveling arrangements.

[makobob]

Marked on calendar already.

One week seemed too short the way that I do it.

If the boat is available, I like to bring my friend Ken Jones.
He is not a kayaker, but is an interesting person to meet.
More on him as we get close.


I guess we have to make caravan traveling arrangements.

WHO are you kidding, I know you have it in YOUR GPS!!!!!

[Mahigeer]

WHO are you kidding, I know you have it in YOUR GPS!!!!!

I know how to get there, it is just safer to travel in a group as you always say.

[Sivak]

Count me in Bob

[makobob]

Count me in Bob

You are on the list.

Hashem, Ken is welcome.

[YakDout]

Ill tentatively jump into week two.

[MrPukaShell]

Not missing out count me in.

[makobob]

I know how to get there, it is just safer to travel in a group as you always say.

So Hashem, arkadash mio, when you decide which week let me know and maybe you can lead that group down? And MOOOOORREE LAMB CHOPS PLEASE.
Thank you my friend.

[MrPukaShell]

Roberto, put me down for week 2 please.

[Mahigeer]

So Hashem, arkadash mio, when you decide which week let me know and maybe you can lead that group down? And MOOOOORREE LAMB CHOPS PLEASE.
Thank you my friend.

I have to talk to Ken first and then let you know.

Too far away to make a definite plans yet.

Dinner, this time, Persian menu at the camp. If Ken comes, he is a good cook. Used to run a restaurant.

[makobob]

Robert and Brandon, you are both IN. Now all you have to do it DREAM about it for a year. Robert again thank you for the mirror, and Brandon don't forget the Rangers. Ps I also ordered a few.

[Mahigeer]

The "list" has been updated.

Even some new items like these have been added.

Head net, fly traps, Ranger lures, high speed conventional reel and these:

http://www.duluthtrading.com/store/product/road-chews-tire-traction-mats-79741.aspx?p_redirect=1&p_keyword=79741&p_utk=&p_search_sid=&gndr=&processor=content

[Gr8fuldude]

Roberto, puedes contar conmigo para la segunda semana!! Un buen lugar para celebrar mi cumpleanos! (put me down for week 2 :D)

[Mike scales]

Count me in!! My little brother may join me. He's a chef and he will cook us an amazing feast!
Week numero dos!

[YakDout]

Ill have my sentri for this one. My two hour wait just turned into 10-15 minutes.

[Mike scales]

Ill have my sentri for this one. My two hour wait just turned into 10-15 minutes.

Need to start my sentry process now. That line gets wicked long.

[John M]

Bob
Sign me up for 3 spots the 2nd week.
I just bought 3 ranger lures.

John M.

[YakDout]

Need to start my sentry process now. That line gets wicked long.



And the line to get the sentri pass is wicked long too! Haha definitely start now.

[makobob]

John M and two have been added to week two.
WEEK TWO is now half full. Tight lines

[John M]

Sentri is worth having.
Fitz & me crossed thru east gate Sentri Sunday about 1:00pm. Took about 30 min. Should have been quicker but they only had one Sentri lane open.

John

[Mahigeer]

Looks like I will be in week one for now.

I still need to talk to two friends. I will confirm later, we got a lot time until then.


A new item for the list:
http://www.mycoolingstore.com/evaporative-cooling-vest.html#undefined2

[MrPukaShell]

First thing I did when I returned. Paperwork has been submitted and they cashed the check as they say.

[Mahigeer]

First thing I did when I returned. Paperwork has been submitted and they cashed the check as they say.

What happens if you have someone else with you and he/she does not have their own pass?

Do you have to go to the regular line?

[makobob]

Yes to use Sentri everyone in vechicle needs theri own sentri. But you ride alone with all your gear.


What happens if you have someone else with you and he/she does not have their own pass?

Do you have to go to the regular line?

[Mahigeer]

Yes to use Sentri everyone in vechicle needs theri own sentri. But you ride alone with all your gear.


You are correct sir, but I was wondering about Robert, who has been giving ride to others.

I don't mind getting the pass, but I may have friends next October without the pass.

I just have to make sure to travel during weekdays.

[MrPukaShell]

This is my fair warning. If anyone wants to drive with me they will indeed need a pass of their own. I will have my Sentri pass ASAP. If I can get through the border in 15 minutes or less I will drive down for Tacos and Shrimp just because.

You are correct sir, but I was wondering about Robert, who has been giving ride to others.

I don't mind getting the pass, but I may have friends next October without the pass.

I just have to make sure to travel during weekdays.

[Mahigeer]

While it is fresh in my mind, I would like to remind the future visitors to the Campo Las Encantadas of the following:

There is a freezer in the camp (to keep your catch in it) that needs the generator to run for its electricity. The generator uses gasoline.
If you use Bob’s boat it uses gasoline.
If you use the Quad for your personal use, it uses gasoline.

If you use the great vacuum pack machine at the camp for your catch, it uses bags.
If you clean your fish, take showers, use the bathroom the water has to be bought.
Bob pays a yearly lease out of pocket in order to keep the camp at our disposal.
All of the above cost money.

Bob used to mention a $5.00 water fee, but he has not done so recently.

We should not take advantage of his generosity, because he does not say anything.

Therefore, please make sure that you do not forget to make a generous donation to the camp fund before you leave the camp.

Bob’s hospitality should not be taken for granted.

Thanks for reading and hopefully remembering. I will post this again when we get closer as a reminder.

[Dannowar]

While it is fresh in my mind, I would like to remind the future visitors to the Campo Las Encantadas of the following:

There is a freezer in the camp (to keep your catch in it) that needs the generator to run for its electricity. The generator uses gasoline.
If you use Bob’s boat it uses gasoline.
If you use the Quad for your personal use, it uses gasoline.

If you use the great vacuum pack machine at the camp for your catch, it uses bags.
If you clean your fish, take showers, use the bathroom the water has to be bought.
Bob pays a yearly lease out of pocket in order to keep the camp at our disposal.
All of the above cost money.

Bob used to mention a $5.00 water fee, but he has not done so recently.

We should not take advantage of his generosity, because he does not say anything.

Therefore, please make sure that you do not forget to make a generous donation to the camp fund before you leave the camp.

Bob’s hospitality should not be taken for granted.

Thanks for reading and hopefully remembering. I will post this again when we get closer as a reminder.


GREAT POST

[domtesta27]

Bob please put me down for week 2, I wouldn't miss this trip for the world.

[domtesta27]

This is my fair warning. If anyone wants to drive with me they will indeed need a pass of their own. I will have my Sentri pass ASAP. If I can get through the border in 15 minutes or less I will drive down for Tacos and Shrimp just because.

Robert I will start working on getting mine as well, anything special I need to do in order to get it started? Would be great to be able to ride with you again.

[YakDout]

Yep what hashem said. It doesnt make sense to me that people need to read a post like that to understand that these things cost money.

[YakDout]

Robert I will start working on getting mine as well, anything special I need to do in order to get it started? Would be great to be able to ride with you again.



Dom, google GOES, and the government website should come up with all info on what is needed. Make sure to enclose any prior arrests (not saying you have any) as they will find out but are not tolerant of liars. It is still possible to get a sentri with prior misdemeanor convictions as long as you are truthful in the application. Also, keep in mind once you are approved you will have to drive down to san ysidro for a face to face interview, which is no big deal besides time consuming. If you are gonna try to get one better start soon, as they are very busy. Could take most of the year to get approved and schedule an interview.

Brandon

[Mahigeer]

WOW, I mean wow.

Just finished the application for Sentri at GOES---Global Online Entry System.

wooieeeeee. It was painful.


So far only $25.00 cost. Is there more charges to come???

[YakDout]

WOW, I mean wow.



Just finished the application for Sentri at GOES---Global Online Entry System.



wooieeeeee. It was painful.





So far only $25.00 cost. Is there more charges to come???



Yes I believe about another hundred dollars. But its good for five years and you only have to do the interview once.

[YakDout]

Make sure you register your car when you complete the app.

[Sivak]

On the last trip, I crossed in 10 minutes :), went flying right by you guys even after I got shrimp and followed the FJ all the way back to the border crossing.

FYI
Everyone in the vehicle must have global entry. The driver must have Sentri on the vehicle registered thru your application. Make sure you pay attention when doing your application, you can miss it if you don't read everything. Also you can not have a trailer of any kind behind your vehicle. Most importantly, Global Entry is a privilege, it can be revoked for any reason so make sure you mind your p's and q's.

Worst days to cross the border is Sunday and Monday.

Hope it helps.

[Mahigeer]

Sivak,

Your post sure helped.

Especially with the no trailer, and Sunday and Mondays being the busy days.

I thought Saturday and Sunday were the worst. I guess people are traveling south on Saturday, and try to avoid Sunday, so they cross on Monday.

I will change my crossing to Tuesdays now.

I did put in the information about the car, but had a lot of problem with accepting my home address!


If it is going to cost $125.00 to keep me from pissing in my pants, while waiting for the passing (when I drive alone), it will be worth it.


As the French would say--keskosa FJ??

[MrPukaShell]

I applied through GOES and it was $100.00 for each of us. I applied for me and my wife so I did the paperwork twice. They accepted the money but nothing from them as of yet.

[YakDout]

I applied through GOES and it was $100.00 for each of us. I applied for me and my wife so I did the paperwork twice. They accepted the money but nothing from them as of yet.



Robert, when you login to you account on goes does your app say pending review yet? It might say app submitted for a couple days but it will say pending review for months and months. At least for me it took that long. From the day I filled out my app to the day I get my sentri will be over six months.

[MrPukaShell]

Yes they both say pending, so the waiting game begins. Guess those shrimp will have to wait


Robert, when you login to you account on goes does your app say pending review yet? It might say app submitted for a couple days but it will say pending review for months and months. At least for me it took that long. From the day I filled out my app to the day I get my sentri will be over six months.

[Mahigeer]

If it is $125.00 for five years, it is really worth it.


I guess since they have the Email address, they will notify us about the interview date.


There must be a lot of applicants to take that long.

Can it be used if coming back from Canada, or other countries?

Does it take as long for renewing the pass after five years?

If so, one must put it the application at the end of year four.

[Baja_Traveler]

Not only is border crossing faster, but when you fly your boarding pass will have a stamp on it "TSA Precheck". You go in a separate line, throw your stuff on a conveyor, do not take off your shoes, and are through in seconds. Because I have sentri, the wife's ticket also has it.
Renewal is through the mail and super easy. Just make sure you log into your GOES account to activate the card within two weeks of receiving it, or you send them another $25 and start over ( don't ask how I know this...)
Sitting on a beach south of Cancun as we speak...
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[Sivak]

Robert, when you login to you account on goes does your app say pending review yet? It might say app submitted for a couple days but it will say pending review for months and months. At least for me it took that long. From the day I filled out my app to the day I get my sentri will be over six months.

My process was fast!
I submitted on 4/27/16
Application approved 05/02/16
Interview date 05/10/16

Based on the location of your interview can greatly reduce the wait time. I drove to Calexico for mine because I could schedule my interview in one week. I was hoping to go to Long Beach or LAX but the wait was 5 months.

Hashem, this is not good for Canada border crossings, they have their own program called Nexus.
https://www.cbp.gov/travel/trusted-traveler-programs/nexus


One other option is the Ready Lane, if you have a passport card you can use that lane. It's faster than the regular lanes but not as fast as the Sentri Lane.

And TSA Pre is great which is part of the Global Entry Program

[Mahigeer]

Thank you all for the information you have provided.

Much appreciated.

I live next to LAX, it may be worth the wait depending on the timing of the interview.


I am already planning of a cattle boat outing, if I have to go to SD.

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My process was fast!
I submitted on 4/27/16
Application approved 05/02/16
Interview date 05/10/16




With a first name like Hashem, born in Tehran, Iran (not eye-ran) I am sure there will be some extensive background checking.

No problem though. I have nothing to hide.

[makobob]

E ran, so now you too can wait.

In just 4 days about 1/2 this trip is already booked. So talk to YOUR bosses and get your name on the list. Best time of the year to be in Baja, what are you waiting for???

KAI????? This trips for YOU.


Thank you all for the information you have provided.

Much appreciated.

I live next to LAX, it may be worth the wait depending on the timing of the interview.


I am already planning of a cattle boat outing, if I have to go to SD.

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With a first name like Hashem, born in Tehran, Iran (not eye-ran) I am sure there will be some extensive background checking.

No problem though. I have nothing to hide.

[Baja_Traveler]

Well, put me down - but the usual asterisk applies next to my name.


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[makobob]

You will fish one of these trips. Tight Lines amigo, and welcome aboard.


Well, put me down - but the usual asterisk applies next to my name.


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[MrPukaShell]

Give you folks an update on my Global Entry process. Filled out the forms online at the GOES website. They approved our applications yesterday and I scheduled our interviews in Calexico for 12/8/2016. If I scheduled in Los Angeles it was May 15th. San Diego was in January or February. Will let you know how the interview went when it is done.

[YakDout]

Give you folks an update on my Global Entry process. Filled out the forms online at the GOES website. They approved our applications yesterday and I scheduled our interviews in Calexico for 12/8/2016. If I scheduled in Los Angeles it was May 15th. San Diego was in January or February. Will let you know how the interview went when it is done.

Robert that is awesome. Yours was much faster than mine. I have an interview 12/8 at san ysidro. Could have done sooner in calexico, but I wasnt planning on going to baja again til 2017.

Having this sentry, I will definitely go down more frequently. The reason I dont go more often is that damn border wait!

[makobob]

Darn, Robert that is FAST, looks like I need to get off my butt and JUST DO IT. Thanks. Tight Lines.


Give you folks an update on my Global Entry process. Filled out the forms online at the GOES website. They approved our applications yesterday and I scheduled our interviews in Calexico for 12/8/2016. If I scheduled in Los Angeles it was May 15th. San Diego was in January or February. Will let you know how the interview went when it is done.

[Mahigeer]

Darn, Robert that is FAST, looks like I need to get off my butt and JUST DO IT. Thanks. Tight Lines.

If anybody that should have the pass is Mr. Bob, but since he does not always travel alone, it would not help much.

Unless he like others, he require the pass in order to travel with him.


Robert's fast application approval gives me hope. I will stick with LAX, no matter (almost no matter) how long it takes. I can walk to LAX and maybe stop at IN and Out Burger joint on the way!

[makobob]

Leaving 27-28th of December to spend New Years Eve at the party in Restauarant. Expect to stay a few days after just to FISH. All welcome to join us in paradise for the New Year. Tight Lines.

Ribs, tamales, and many other dishes will be served. Last year was a blast, just ask Buddha. Please let me know if you are coming so we can have enough Tequilla on hand, we ran out last year and had to settle for Makers Mark.

[Gr8fuldude]

Thanks everyone for the great information. Having already made 6 trips to Baja this year (four fishing) and gearing up for my next this weekend, you better believe I"ll be goes-ing to get my Sentri Pass. Hopefully all these kayak-fishing yahoo's getting the Sentri Pass won't slow down the Sentri line ;)

[Mahigeer]

Leaving 28th of December to spend New Years Eve at the party in Restauarant. Expect to stay a few days after just to FISH. All welcome to join us in paradise for the New Year. Tight Lines.

Ribs, tamales, and many other dishes will be served. Last year was a blast, just ask Buddha. Please let me know if you are coming so we can have enough Tequilla on hand, we ran out last year and had to settle for Makers Mark.

How about me? I was there too. I even posted pictures about it.

How the wind prediction will be? That is the question.
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From last year's post:


50-There were family and other visitors at the dinner table.
http://i444.photobucket.com/albums/qq163/balickchi/09FHS%20rod%20winner/DSCN5741.jpg (http://s444.photobucket.com/user/balickchi/media/09FHS%20rod%20winner/DSCN5741.jpg.html)


52-Buddha was entertaining the crowd with a great karaoke machine. Crowd’s favorite was him signing in Spanish!!
http://i444.photobucket.com/albums/qq163/balickchi/09FHS%20rod%20winner/DSCN5748.jpg (http://s444.photobucket.com/user/balickchi/media/09FHS%20rod%20winner/DSCN5748.jpg.html)


If I have the pass I may consider a trip.

[makobob]

YES you were, however Jeff WAS the life of the party. I can usually predict winds two weeks out, but not a month and a half out. So USUALLY 3 days wind, 3-4 days good. However remember the quad lets us fish the beach too. BTW I got some different lures to try on the beach. Me thinks might work well for Orange Mouth Corvina. But arkadash are you coming THIS year? That is the question. Tight Lines.


How about me? I was there too. I even posted pictures about it.

How the wind prediction will be? That is the question.
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From last year's post:

52-Buddha was entertaining the crowd with a great karaoke machine. Crowd’s favorite was him signing in Spanish!!
http://i444.photobucket.com/albums/qq163/balickchi/09FHS%20rod%20winner/DSCN5748.jpg (http://s444.photobucket.com/user/balickchi/media/09FHS%20rod%20winner/DSCN5748.jpg.html)


53-There was a festive atmosphere with special lighting at the restaurant for the New Year’s party.
http://i444.photobucket.com/albums/qq163/balickchi/09FHS%20rod%20winner/DSCN5750.jpg (http://s444.photobucket.com/user/balickchi/media/09FHS%20rod%20winner/DSCN5750.jpg.html)

[Mahigeer]

As previously posted," if I have the pass, I may consider it".

[makobob]

As previously posted," if I have the pass, I may consider it".

HALL PASS

Redeemable for New Years Only.

[defjack]

Just sent an application in for my Sentri pass.:cheers1:

[Mahigeer]

Just sent an application in for my Sentri pass.:cheers1:


Way to go Jack. See you in Baja.
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How about a Sentri pass theme, trip, or GTG in Baja?

[MrPukaShell]

Jack,

Make sure when you get the go ahead to make your appointment check all of the locations. Calexico and the shortest wait from what I saw. I will be saving two months by driving to Calexico to do my interview from doing it in Los Angeles. Not sure if I will be traveling to Mexico in the time but I know I will be flying to the TSA Pre-Check will be nice to have.

Good Luck with the process.

Robert

Just sent an application in for my Sentri pass.:cheers1:

[Mahigeer]

Looks like I will be missing this trip.

I will be in Canada for some dry fly fishing around a town called Fernie in BC.

Elk Valley River and its tributaries to be more precise.

I will be gone from July31-August 17th.

I will be taking the train again, and now that I know my way around, it promises to be a fantastic trip.

Barring any grizzly bear attacks!

[MrPukaShell]

Update: The wife and I made the drive down to Calexico for our appointment. Mine was at 1:30 and the wife at 2:00. We checked in at 1:11 and were given some paperwork to fill out. Basic questions 2 pages long and headed for room 2. Room 2 was crowded and I thought we were going to be there for a while. We were there for 10 minutes or so and they called the wife first and me second. They take your picture and fingerprints. We were out of there and in the car by 1:40. The process was quick. The only hard part for us was finding the place. It is actually at the Border crossing station at the "East" crossing. I believe the Highway is #7. I will let you know when I receive my card in the mail. From then on it will be the short line for me.

Give you folks an update on my Global Entry process. Filled out the forms online at the GOES website. They approved our applications yesterday and I scheduled our interviews in Calexico for 12/8/2016. If I scheduled in Los Angeles it was May 15th. San Diego was in January or February. Will let you know how the interview went when it is done.

[YakDout]

Update: The wife and I made the drive down to Calexico for our appointment. Mine was at 1:30 and the wife at 2:00. We checked in at 1:11 and were given some paperwork to fill out. Basic questions 2 pages long and headed for room 2. Room 2 was crowded and I thought we were going to be there for a while. We were there for 10 minutes or so and they called the wife first and me second. They take your picture and fingerprints. We were out of there and in the car by 1:40. The process was quick. The only hard part for us was finding the place. It is actually at the Border crossing station at the "East" crossing. I believe the Highway is #7. I will let you know when I receive my card in the mail. From then on it will be the short line for me.

Seems like there are many here going the sentri route, which is great. Anyone who wants to catch a ride with me to Baja will have to have a sentri, otherwise it would be pointless to have the sentri. Robert you are welcome to catch a ride with me anytime. And that goes for any of you who are getting the sentri or already have it. I am starting a new job in two weeks, and expect to be very busy next year so we will see how many times I make it down.

[Mahigeer]

Good news Robert and thanks for the post.


Best wishes on the new job Yakdout.

[PapaDave]

Okay, where do I get info on the Dec 26-Jan 01 trip?

[makobob]

Okay, where do I get info on the Dec 26-Jan 01 trip?

On thre NEW YEARS trip post.

[Sivak]

Update: The wife and I made the drive down to Calexico for our appointment. Mine was at 1:30 and the wife at 2:00. We checked in at 1:11 and were given some paperwork to fill out. Basic questions 2 pages long and headed for room 2. Room 2 was crowded and I thought we were going to be there for a while. We were there for 10 minutes or so and they called the wife first and me second. They take your picture and fingerprints. We were out of there and in the car by 1:40. The process was quick. The only hard part for us was finding the place. It is actually at the Border crossing station at the "East" crossing. I believe the Highway is #7. I will let you know when I receive my card in the mail. From then on it will be the short line for me.



Robert, they placed a CBP sticker on the last page of your passport. I was told by the agent this makes your global entry effective immediately.


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[MrPukaShell]

No sticker in either of our passports. I should have asked he just said the card would be to us on 4 or so weeks

Robert, they placed a CBP sticker on the last page of your passport. I was told by the agent this makes your global entry effective immediately.


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[MrPukaShell]

Update: The wife and I made the drive down to Calexico for our appointment. Mine was at 1:30 and the wife at 2:00. We checked in at 1:11 and were given some paperwork to fill out. Basic questions 2 pages long and headed for room 2. Room 2 was crowded and I thought we were going to be there for a while. We were there for 10 minutes or so and they called the wife first and me second. They take your picture and fingerprints. We were out of there and in the car by 1:40. The process was quick. The only hard part for us was finding the place. It is actually at the Border crossing station at the "East" crossing. I believe the Highway is #7. I will let you know when I receive my card in the mail. From then on it will be the short line for me.

Update: I am now enrolled in the Trusted Traveler program with SENTRI. Started the process on November 12th. Interview on 12/8. Approved on 12/19 according to an email and my GOES account. Card received last week of December (Use a PO Box and don't get there daily). Activated the card in my GOES account on 1/2. For me the process was about 7 weeks. Told the wife we are going to get some shrimp.

[Mahigeer]

Seven weeks. Wow!

[Sivak]

Update: I am now enrolled in the Trusted Traveler program with SENTRI. Started the process on November 12th. Interview on 12/8. Approved on 12/19 according to an email and my GOES account. Card received last week of December (Use a PO Box and don't get there daily). Activated the card in my GOES account on 1/2. For me the process was about 7 weeks. Told the wife we are going to get some shrimp.

Congrats amigo!

[makobob]

List updated to include friend of Mike Scales. Fish-on-bro WELCOME aboard. Tight Lines.

[MrPukaShell]

Hey Bob and welcome back. Can you add me for week 1 too? Thanks will be talking to you soon

[fish-on-bro]

Thanks Bob, looking forward to a once in a lifetime trip.

Fish-on-bro....

[makobob]

Week two is FULL, sorry going to be difficult to cook in camp with s0 many. Restaurant is not a problem. Beach camping not a problem. Gonna be FUN fishing.

[Mike scales]

Thanks Bob, looking forward to a once in a lifetime trip.

Fish-on-bro....
Alright! Going to be a blast!:cheers1:

[makobob]

Ok guy's it is less then 90 days away, time to CONFIRM that you are going and choose someone to double up with for a nights meal. We may need to do threesomes this year. Tight Lines amigos

[domtesta27]

Bob please have me confirmed for this trip! cant wait to see everybody again and hopefully we can actually fish together this time!

I have been really working on getting my gear game together and I will not be losing any more trophy roosters this year.

If anyone is interested in splitting dinner with me let me know so we can start planning it out, also open to bringing fresh fish to have them cook for us for dinner as well.

[makobob]

Bob please have me confirmed for this trip! cant wait to see everybody again and hopefully we can actually fish together this time!

I have been really working on getting my gear game together and I will not be losing any more trophy roosters this year.

If anyone is interested in splitting dinner with me let me know so we can start planning it out, also open to bringing fresh fish to have them cook for us for dinner as well.

CONFIRMED

[stevie951]

CONFIRMED

Put me down for week 1 please and thank you sir, can't miss this one!! P.s. in the mean time let me know if I can save up anything to bring down to Clementina and Luis for the family! Talk to you soon Bob :cheers1:

[makobob]

Put me down for week 1 please and thank you sir, can't miss this one!! P.s. in the mean time let me know if I can save up anything to bring down to Clementina and Luis for the family! Talk to you soon Bob :cheers1:

Done and welcome abourd.

[Baja_Traveler]

I WILL be there first week. How many days is still yet to be determined...

[makobob]

2 MONTHS out. Guys please make this easier on me. PLEASE confirm your trip. I will be in camp from the 15th until the end of the month. ROOSTERS are in the area, Will it be as good as last year? I doubt it but you never know. Right now I heard of dorado in BOLA so it could be another GREAT season. The gregor is running great so we have a safety boat this year.

I need each of you to CONFIRM......also we need to get our dinner meals planned who and what and where, I will host a seafood dinner eack week. Tight Lines amigos tha thank you all.

[MrPukaShell]

Hey Bob,
I will be down for both weeks this year. Not sure when I will arrive on the first week as of right now. Take off the PukaShell+ for week one. I will talk to Serop about week two and get back to you.

[makobob]

Hey Bob,
I will be down for both weeks this year. Not sure when I will arrive on the first week as of right now. Take off the PukaShell+ for week one. I will talk to Serop about week two and get back to you.

Thank you Robert, week one - one, week two still Serop. Mahigeer and EOD still need to confirm for first week. Week one has room for 2-3 more anglers. If everyone on week two confirms that week will be full. Tight Lines amigos. If YOU are NOT coming please let me know so others might get a chance to attend. REMEMBER this is usually the VERY BEST time of the year to fish Gonzaga.

[makobob]

There is ONE opening for WEEK 2 of this trip. Brandon (YakDout) will not be able to attend this year. SOOOOO, someone gets a chance to gobble up his spot. There is room on WEEK 1. Or you can put your name on the STANDBY list for week 2. As I said LAST year and the year before this could be the trip of a lifetime. VERY few people have seen the kind of ROOSTER fishing we had last year, any where in the world. This year could be the same, an 80 pounder was seen at the island last month. Also expect to see Yellowtail, skipjack tuna, bass, cabrilla, snappers, triggers, and orange mouth corvina, along with other exotics maybe even dorado or if you are good enough a big grouper. You should also see some turtles, whales and maybe even swim with a whale shark. Bring your free dive gear and enjoy some great possibilities. Tight Lines amigos.

[Gr8fuldude]

2 MONTHS out. Guys please make this easier on me. PLEASE confirm your trip.
I need each of you to CONFIRM......also we need to get our dinner meals planned who and what and where, I will host a seafood dinner eack week. Tight Lines amigos tha thank you all.

Hey Roberto!

I'm confirming for second week, willing to share dinner at the restaurant (pescado) with someone. Looking forward to it, amigo!

[makobob]

Hey Roberto!

I'm confirming for second week, willing to share dinner at the restaurant (pescado) with someone. Looking forward to it, amigo!

Paul you are COMFIRMED, now as to your being on time for dinner, you made no promise for this trip, so you are safe to come in late for dinner.

Domtesta27 you and your friend are CONFIRMED. GUYS there is now a waiting list for WEEK 2. WEEK 1 still has 3 spots available. Still NEED everyone to confirm PLEASE. Tight Lines amigos.

[Mahigeer]

Bob,

I sent you a PM today.

Not sure if I can make it, so my spot is available if needed and anybody wants it.

If I can take care of some issues, I will ask if there is room at the "inn".

In my case sand!! Since I use a tent.

[makobob]

Bob,

I sent you a PM today.

Not sure if I can make it, so my spot is available if needed and anybody wants it.

If I can take care of some issues, I will ask if there is room at the "inn".

In my case sand!! Since I use a tent.

Got Lot's of sand arkadash.

[Get Hammered]

I will be there week 2.

Serop

[makobob]

I will be there week 2.

Serop

GOOD for you, I will see you there. YOU guys NEED to confirm so others can have any unused spots. Thanks,TIGHT LINES.

[makobob]

Still waiting for some CONFIRMATIONS, Just a little over a month away. Absolutely the best time of the year for Baja. Weather should be cool enough and last week the winds were 5 mph all week. PERFECT for the island, and remember the Gregor skiff is there for emergency purposes.

Anglers are:
Week 1
Makobob CONFIRMED
Mahigeer
EOD CONFIRMED
EOD+ CONFIRMED
Baja_Traveler CONFIRMED
MrPukaShell CONFIRMED
Sivak CONFIRMED
Sivak+ CONFIRMED
Stevie951 CONFIRMED

Week 2
Makobob CONFIRMED
MrPukaShell CONFIRMED
Serop CONFIRMED
Gr8fuldude CONFIRMED
Mike Scales CONFIRMED
Mike's little brother CONFIRMED
Fish-on-bro
Pdr1269
Domesta27 CONFIRMED
Domtesta27 friend CONFIRMED
Sivak CONFIRMED
Sivak+ CONFIRMED
Monstahfish CONFIRMED

Hope you all can make it to camp, Tight Lines amigos.

[John M]

Bob
I am not going to be able to make the trip, so the 3 spots I had reserved for the 2nd week are up for grabs.
Going to be out of the country for those 2 weeks.
Wish I could do your trip. Had a great time last year.

John

[Mahigeer]

One more obstacle has been removed.

My new personalized license plates are in for the new 4Runner.

I had to have them for the Sentri card.

Still working on other issues before I can confirm.

[monstahfish]

Hey Bob,
I will probably make it for week 2 so I'll take one of those open spots.

[Mike scales]

My bro and I are definitely in!
Ready for rooster madness!

[makobob]

Lots have confirmed for Gonzaga on the fly. Going to be great again. Just back from there last night. Had ROOSTERS driving mullet on our beach 3 days in a row, some 25-30 pounders. Had reports of 2 different marlin spotted from two different groups on different days. Gonzaga itself seems to be more active then Punto Buefo. Tight Lines.

[Mahigeer]

Any damage report?

[makobob]

Any damage report?

All is well in Mako-ville and our area. Tight Lines amigos. Remember mako-ville.com !!!

[Druko]

I'm planning on fishing Gonzaga on my way back from Abreojos/Asuncion, arriving on Thursday, Oct 19th and fishing Fri/Sat and heading home Sunday morning.

[makobob]

I'm planning on fishing Gonzaga on my way back from Abreojos/Asuncion, arriving on Thursday, Oct 19th and fishing Fri/Sat and heading home Sunday morning.

We will be in camp 15-30 Oct, stop by for a while, say hello and stay the night. Tight Lines amigo.

[Druko]

We will be in camp 15-30 Oct, stop by for a while, say hello and stay the night. Tight Lines amigo.

For sure I will. Hopefully, SDROB will be able to make it down next month.....Rob?

[SDROB]

For sure I will. Hopefully, SDROB will be able to make it down next month.....Rob?

Ill definitely be down next month, (more than likely twice) however Im still unsure of the days. Ill let you know as October nears...

[Dannowar]

thinking about a weekday getaway around oct 1-4


BOB put me to work

anything i can do to help...

[monstahfish]

Do we have a dinner schedule all done up yet? If it's full, Bob just let me know what the place needs and I will make it happen.

[makobob]

Do we have a dinner schedule all done up yet? If it's full, Bob just let me know what the place needs and I will make it happen.

I just assume..............I will host one dinner for eack week, you guys need to get together and decide the schedule. I do have a small freezer in camp and there is another one at the restaurant, so we can freeze our meats. Tight Lines amigos.

[makobob]

I just assume..............I will host one dinner for eack week, you guys need to get together and decide the schedule. I do have a small freezer in camp and there is another one at the restaurant, so we can freeze our meats. Tight Lines amigos.

Tomorrow night I head back to Gonzaga, expect a fishing update on the 3-4 th of October. Tight Lines amigos.

[Mahigeer]

Looks like I am in for the first week and partially the second week.

[makobob]

Looks like I am in for the first week and partially the second week.

You got that right, you have been CONFIRMED Arkadash.

[domtesta27]

Hey anybody driving down for week 2 on sunday the 22nd? It would be great if we could caravan down with any other groups through mexico just for safety reasons.

We will probably be trying to cross the border just after 6 am in Mexicali, meeting up at the gas station around 5 to 5 30 am on sunday before the crossing for anyone that wants to meet up.

Tight lines and cant wait for another amazing trip to Punta Bufeo!!!

[Mahigeer]

I will be at the shell on Sunday to caravan, but plan to leave by myself mid-week of second week.

[makobob]

Dave Sivak and Makobob will arrive in mako-ville around noon on the 14th of OCTOBER for OCTOBER on the FLY. All indicators are looking great. Roosters on our beach from 5-40 lbs. Corvina, bass, triggers, skipjck, cabrilla and snapper in the area, marlin spotted two weeks ago. Yes YOU can. Space still available. Tight Lines amigos.

[fishnstix]

Senior Mako...add me to the week 2 list. I think I will drive down solo on 10/21 and head back on Sunday 10/29. Anything needed down there? If anyone wants to tag along or follow let me know...cant wait to hear that O dark 30 alarm clock rooster next door to you LOL

[makobob]

Senior Mako...add me to the week 2 list. I think I will drive down solo on 10/21 and head back on Sunday 10/29. Anything needed down there? If anyone wants to tag along or follow let me know...cant wait to hear that O dark 30 alarm clock rooster next door to you LOL

ADDED, rooster just Baja Tested and he PASSED. Every morning about 4 am. Just like clock work. SEA you in camp amigo.

[makobob]

Senior Mako...add me to the week 2 list. I think I will drive down solo on 10/21 and head back on Sunday 10/29. Anything needed down there? If anyone wants to tag along or follow let me know...cant wait to hear that O dark 30 alarm clock rooster next door to you LOL

You have been added, tight Lines amigo.

[Mahigeer]

Is there 120v power available at the patio at night?

Anybody wants to meet at the Shell station at 5:00-5:30 on Sunday the 15th?

[makobob]

Is there 120v power available at the patio at night?

Anybody wants to meet at the Shell station at 5:00-5:30 on Sunday the 15th?

120 vac and 12 vdc both available on the patio. Better to use in the day but works at night too.See you there arkadash.

[Mahigeer]

Thanks for the reply.

If no one is meeting me on Sunday, I may come on Saturday.

Same place , same time on Saturday?

[makobob]

Thanks for the reply.

If no one is meeting me on Sunday, I may come on Saturday.

Same place , same time on Saturday?

Saturday I will get to Johnnys at 3:30 am and leave at 4 am sharp. Dave Sivak taking his boat and we might have to stop going in at the import area. Takes about 30 minutes. Hope to see you at Johnnys. PS YOR bad area in the road was good two weeks ago. Tight Lines.

[Baja_Traveler]

I'm going to leave my house at 4am, so I'll probably see you all at the border crossing if you have to stop - I'll be 1/2 hour behind you. If not we'll cross paths in San Felipe...

[MrPukaShell]

I will be down on Monday the 16th and stay till the 30th. I will do dinner at the restaurant on Wednesday of each week. I will be bringing down a pork butt to have them make chile verde for each of the nights. Paul if you are still looking for a partner I am in. Can't wait to see you all.

[Gr8fuldude]

Hey Robert Puka partnering up on dinner sounds great, thanks for the offer. Let me know what else you might want me to pick up for dinner. I'm coming in on the 20th Friday and staying until maybe the 27th. Looking forward to it:cheers1:

[makobob]

Weather reports are showing GREAT weather. Mostly 80's day and 70's night, except for Sunday afternoon(17) mph winds are almost all between 5-10 for the first week, and I expect the same for week two. Fish tacos anyone. Tight Lines amigos.

[Mahigeer]

Had a hell of the time mounting my Helavator on the 4Runner today.

Full report about it later.

[Gr8fuldude]

I'll be coming in on the 20 or 21 and staying until the 27 or 28th. I'm bringing gear to camp out on the island a night or two, if any adventurous souls want to join you are certainly welcome.

[domtesta27]

I'll be coming in on the 20 or 21 and staying until the 27 or 28th. I'm bringing gear to camp out on the island a night or two, if any adventurous souls want to join you are certainly welcome.

DDDDAAAAMMMMMNNNNN Paul that is Ballzy!!!! I'M IN!!!!

[makobob]

Loading up as we speak, 13 hours till lift off. Sea you guys there. Tight Lines amigos.

[Mahigeer]

I have been loading up the 4Runner since 9:00 AM and only half way through.

After all the work and great expense (new car, etc.) fish better be waiting with open mouths to take whatever I am offering.

Lots to do for me to make one of these trips.

See you guys in camp.

[Gr8fuldude]

DDDDAAAAMMMMMNNNNN Paul that is Ballzy!!!! I'M IN!!!!

Awesome Dom! Fishnstix said he's interested and I think Dave Sivak may be in also, there might be a decent group wanting to do it. It'd be fun to fish the evening bite out there
:cheers1:

[stevie951]

Awesome Dom! Fishnstix said he's interested and I think Dave Sivak may be in also, there might be a decent group wanting to do it. It'd be fun to fish the evening bite out there
:cheers1:

Paul, get on those combs for me brother... :cheers1::notworthy:

[domtesta27]

Paul knows all about comb city, caught a brute last year!! Hopefully we get into em again!!

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[YakDout]

Trump land as we were calling it on the radio. Comb-over.

[Gr8fuldude]

Lol, thanks Dom. Last year was brute city, truly epic. Dom I'm looking for the awesome pic I took of one of your Roosters on the yak.

I understand you're coming back with a beefier fly rod this time. You'll get 'em on the fly this year!

Can't wait!

[domtesta27]

This is my favorite one......I can’t figure out how to zoom it in but my face there says it all on this one cloud nine for a couple months lol
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[Mahigeer]

Leaving in few minutes.

If anybody is looking into buying a Helavator kayak lift.

Wait unit you see my report in a couple of week.

Do yourself a favor and wait.

[Mahigeer]

Got back yesterday. Will post a short report later.

Too hot. Small fish for me on kayak and surf.

Others who got to ride the boat/s to the island did much better.

New 4Runner was a dream. Thule Helavator not too impressive.

[Sivak]

Guys, after I left camp about 10 minutes later Bob start his hiccupping again and then 20 minutes later he started to vomit. The frequency of his hiccups increased and he had a bit of a hard time breathing. I drove FAST the whole way until we got to the hospital. Rushed him into the ER and they took him in pretty quick. I stayed with him for about 2 hours as they ran tests on his heart, blood, did xrays etc.... Bob called me this morning and he still had the hiccups and told me he has an infection in his foot again and the doctor was supposed to visit him this afternoon. Has not slept much the the last two days. I sent some reading glasses and books to the hospital for him today. Hopefully his recovery will be much faster this time and they can do something for his relentless hiccups.

Rossman, Bob will not make the trip for Thanksgiving. He feels really bad about it but his health won't allow him to travel.

[SDROB]

Guys, after I left camp about 10 minutes later Bob start his hiccupping again and then 20 minutes later he started to vomit. The frequency of his hiccups increased and he had a bit of a hard time breathing. I drove FAST the whole way until we got to the hospital. Rushed him into the ER and they took him in pretty quick. I stayed with him for about 2 hours as they ran tests on his heart, blood, did xrays etc.... Bob called me this morning and he still had the hiccups and told me he has an infection in his foot again and the doctor was supposed to visit him this afternoon. Has not slept much the the last two days. I sent some reading glasses and books to the hospital for him today. Hopefully his recovery will be much faster this time and they can do something for his relentless hiccups.

Rossman, Bob will not make the trip for Thanksgiving. He feels really bad about it but his health won't allow him to travel.

Holy crap! I didn't know Bob was in the hospital... Hope he's okay. Thanks for the update.

[Baja_Traveler]

Guys, after I left camp about 10 minutes later Bob start his hiccupping again and then 20 minutes later he started to vomit. The frequency of his hiccups increased and he had a bit of a hard time breathing. I drove FAST the whole way until we got to the hospital. Rushed him into the ER and they took him in pretty quick. I stayed with him for about 2 hours as they ran tests on his heart, blood, did xrays etc.... Bob called me this morning and he still had the hiccups and told me he has an infection in his foot again and the doctor was supposed to visit him this afternoon. Has not slept much the the last two days. I sent some reading glasses and books to the hospital for him today. Hopefully his recovery will be much faster this time and they can do something for his relentless hiccups.

Rossman, Bob will not make the trip for Thanksgiving. He feels really bad about it but his health won't allow him to travel.

Bob's at Tri City Hospital in room 496B. I'm sure he would like to see visitors - sitting in a hospital bed for days and weeks on end must suck royally. No Thanksgiving at Asuncion, and no Xmas to Mag Bay either has him pretty bummed out. I'm going to swing by on Wednesday after work.