September 5 to 11. Catch success rate 70.73%
Billfish 51.28% Dorado 15.38%, Other 2.56%, Tuna 46.15%, Wahoo 5.13%.
The joy of being a Pisces skipper is knowing that you are following the traditions of your father, his father, and his ancestors before him. There is a powerful connection to those who have charted these same waters before you, who were careful to return fish too small to make a meal back to the water, so it had a chance to grow and multiply. Each voyage is a tribute to your ancestors, who taught you the art of fishing, of conservation, and whose weathered hands guided the boats through countless hours and storms. The stories of adventure and resilience echo in your mind, enriching every journey with meaning. This lineage not only sharpens your skills and instills confidence but also brings a sense of responsibility to uphold the proud legacy of those who have fished before.
Some days, the Sea of Cortez feels like it whispers secrets, and if you are quiet enough, you might hear one.
Port Closed Friday,
September 5, 2025.Saturday, September 6, 2025Skies: Clear Seas: Calm, Wave Ht.: 3 – 5 ft., Water Temp: 85 – 86°F, Air Temp: 78°F – 83°F. , Wind 0-14
Captain Frank and Mate Jesus R. readied their boat, the “ADRIANA,” a 28-foot Uniflite, for a promising day on the water with their LaPorte, Texas group, Jesus Garcia, Oscar Garcia, Raul Garcia, and Ricardo Betancourt. They headed to one of their favorite fishing areas, the 1150 Spot, where the anglers caught three 15 to 20-pound Yellowfin Tuna on bait and two 80-pound Sailfish on caballito at the same spot. And a great time was had by all!
“REBECCA,” a 31-foot Bertram with Captain Orlando and Mate Carlos, headed straight for the Jaime Bank, where their anglers from Cherry Valley, California, Gerardo Woody, Kenneth Barron, Oscar Muñoz, and Umberto Saenz caught a nice-sized, 18-pound Dorado on caballito, and five 15 to 20-pound Yellowfin Tuna, all at the Jaime Bank.
Sunday, September 7, 2025, Skies: Clear, Seas: Calm, Wave Ht.: 2-3 ft., Water Temp: 85°F – 86°F, Air Temp: 79°F – 93°F
Cindy Zorn, Jon Cannon, Mike Dawson, and Steve Zorn from Houston, Texas, chartered the “LA BRISA,” a 31-foot Bertram, with Captain Ray Winkler at the helm and Mate Jesus Winkler running the cockpit, took their anglers to the San Jaime Bank where they caught and released two Striped Marlin around 110 to 120 pounds on caballito and one 100.5-pound Yellowfin Tuna on curry. They were extremely proud of their trophy-sized Yellowfin Tuna. It was the talk of the dock for a while.
Blaine Tiongson and Lyle Ecoff chose the “TIBURON,” a 31-foot Bertram, with the popular Captain Rosendo Gomez, and fun-loving Mate Carlos Santos, and they had a great day, filled with fun and laughter, plus they brought home four nice-sized Yellowfin Tuna weighing up to 25 pounds that they caught at the San Jaime!
Monday, September 8, 2025, Skies: Clear, Seas: Calm, Wave Ht.: 4-5 ft., Wind 7 MPH, Water Temp: 84°F – 88°F, Air Temp: 86°F – 95°F
The Mattena Family, George, Jody, Kay, Kent, and Kurtis chose the “TIBURON,” a 31-foot Bertram with Captain Rosendo Gomez, and Mate Carlos Santos who helped the Mattena’s successfully catch a Blue Marlin with an estimated weight of 222 pounds on a dead caballito outside the San Jamie, and a huge, trophy-sized Yellowfin that weighed 109.5 pounds on a blue lure also outside the San Jaime.
Tuesday, September 9, 2025, Skies: Clear, Seas: Calm, Wave Ht.: 4-5 ft., Wind 10 MPH, Water Temp: 85°F, Air Temp: 87°F -97°F
Captain Jean Carlo Lopez and Mate Jean Carlo Martinez run the “BILL COLLECTOR II,” a 35-foot Cabo Flybridge. On Tuesday, Audra Band and Jarod Busch were on board when they went searching for fish for their clients. The first stop was the San Jaime Bank, where the anglers caught three Dorado, one 8-pounder, one twelve-pounder, and one large Dorado weighing 43 pounds. Then, they headed in front of the Morros Prietos, where they caught and released a 60-pound Sailfish on a caballito. But the highlight of their day was their trophy fish, a 240-pound Blue Marlin that they caught and released on a lure five miles in front of the Cerro.
Wednesday, September 10, 2025, Skies: Clear, Seas: Calm, Wave Ht.: 4-5 ft., Wind 5 MPH, Water Temp:, 89°F, Air Temp: 82°F – 90°F
On the “RIPPER,” a 35-foot Cabo Flybridge, Captain Abel and Mates Niko and Ninja had great luck at the San Jaime Bank. Their clients, Jeff Howerton and Scott Barrow, caught and released one Blue Marlin weighing approximately 180 to 200 pounds on a green and black lure, three Dorado weighing 5, 26, and 36 pounds on lures and a dead caballito, and two Yellowfin Tuna on bait, all outside San Jaime.
On a HALF DAY TRIP, David Duncan, and Dina McPherson, from Texas, on the“BILL COLLECTOR II,” a 35-foot Cabo Flybridge, with Captain Lopez at the helm and Mate Martinez running the cockpit, caught and released one Striped Marlin weighing between 90 and 100 pounds on a caballito, one 120 to 130 -pound Blue Marlin on a Ballyhoo, and one 37-pound Wahoo on curry and petrolero, all five miles outside of the Whale’s Head.
“LADY HOMA,” a 67-foot Bertram, run by Captain Lupe and Mates, welcomed Heriberto Velasquez, Jose Sierra, and Mario Puebla on board on Wednesday. The anglers caught and released one Blue Marlin in the 200-pound range on a caballito and one 35-pound Wahoo on a green and black Lure, both at the 95 Spot.
Thursday, September 11, 2025, Skies: Clear, Seas: Calm, Wave Ht.: 4-5 ft., Wind 3 MPH, Water Temp: 87°F-94°F, Air Temp: 84°F-93°F
The Young family, Bryce, Carter, Lucas, and Ryan chartered the “BILL COLLECTOR II,” a 35-foot Cabo Flybridge with Captain Lopez and Mate Martinez running the show. They headed toward the 180 Spot, where the reports were rampant that there were many YFT in the area.
When they were 17 miles out to the 180, the Yellowfin Tuna began biting, and the anglers caught the first of eight of them, all on cuchi, weighing from 10 to 30 pounds. The Youngs were pleased with their successful catch, as well as their captain and mate.
Captain Abraham and Mates Cesar and TaÑo decided to take the “KNOT WORKIN,” a 35-foot Cabo Flybridge, to the 210, where there would probably not be too many boats. When their guests from Haslet, Texas, boarded the boat, they agreed with the plan, and off they went. Twenty-five miles out to the 210, they began catching fish! They caught and released 11 Dorado to 25 pounds on lures, 10 Yellowfin Tuna from 10 to 70 pounds on bait, and the Kite, and three Sierra on cuchi. What a day it was!
As they headed in, they passed around a few cold beers, and with the fish stories beginning, they swapped a few tall tales. They howled with laughter when the tales became too far-fetched, but it was the perfect ending to a perfect day!