The Wanderer welcomed the Brookshire family on March 7. This monster Dorado was caught by angler Jatzen Blanco.
Great work by Master Captain William and the mighty flagship Wanderer.
Tag: BIG Dorado
March 6, 2021
Tim Fox writes: “I was out fishing with David on Saturday, March 6th, and had a great trip. The only thing is, I forgot to have David text me the pictures he took of the dorado and sailfish we caught.”
“David was great and we had a great time!”
March 5, 2021
Our good buddy Joe Goins took to the Wanderer on March 5. The highlight was this floor-sweeping Dorado:
Multiple Sailfish releases and a tasty Yellowfin Tuna filled the afternoon with rod-bending action.
March 4, 2021
On March 4, we welcomed Jason Frelich’s group for the first day of a three-day offshore campaign. The highlight of the trip was this monster Dorado
Throughout the day, the Harvester was beset by hard-charging Sailfish. Several multiple hookups with safe releases all around.
Some small Yellowfin Tunas rounded out the haul; what a great start to the week for Team Frelich.
February 24, 2021
From the “Small World” department:
Dan Johnson from Hatteras was happy to welcome his new friend Antonio Carrillo to fish with him on Wednesday the 24th.
They met at the immigration line in Liberia airport last year while Dan was wearing a Fishing Nosara shirt when Antonio called him next in line
After many questions from Antonio, Dan said he fishes with Fishing Nosara and William Mendoza is my captain of many years
Antonio quickly said he is my father
It’s a small world
Dan has been trying to get Antonio to fish with him on a day off from the immigration police and it worked out great to fish with his father.
So on February 24, the Wanderer welcomed this most distinguished guest:
This may be a vacation for Officer Carillo, but the same can’t be said for the fish…the family scored over ten Red Groupers, plus a nice Yellowfin Tuna.
This trip was a ‘who’s who’ of local talent. Captain Fico of the Explorer came along, also a guest of Mr. Dan Johnson.
The fishing karma was so good that they scored a double Grouper catch even though the snap swivel was left unbuckled.
Near-shore Sailfish release were a welcome diversion.
Also Captain Fico scored an outstanding Yellowfin Tuna.
Here is Father and Son with an excellent Dorado:
“With the best Captain, my father.” Antonio posted.
February 23, 2021
Justin Harmening bulldozed his way into the FishingNosara Hall of Fame with a magficient THIRTEEN Sailfish release performance on February 23.
To say that these fish were aggressive is an understatement. Captain Alex could barely get the spread deployed before a bait got wrecked by a hard-charging Sailfish.
Team Harmening handled multiple hook-ups throughout the day. Great work by the crew to keep these fights organized and the lines un-tangled.
All this reeling can work up a mighty appetite, but this nearly 70lbs. Dorado should help with the hunger.
A few smaller Dorados rounded out the meat haul.
February 16, 2021
Certain anglers want to micromanage their trip (inshore for 1.5 hours, troll for 2hr, cast for 45 minutes, etc.) and a common response is to “take what the ocean gives you.”
Phil Egan learned this lesson from the sea on February 16. Here is his account:
“So, our little 2.5 hour 3-5:30 snorkeling trip turned into quite an experience. Green water and swells over the reef turned the snorkeling into a bust. We then turned offshore to see if we could have the kids spot some dolphins – that was a bust too.”
“After about 45mins searching, the guys then said “how about some fishing”. Um….sure! We ended up snagging 2 sails – so much fun.
“And then with the sun going going down and the guys taking in lines – the last remaining line in the water – port outrigger – blows up. Bring in a beautiful ~40 lb dorado!”
“Can’t wait for the Thursday trip!”
February 9, 2021
The Explorer performed brilliantly on February 9 with Norman Lindsey scoring a very challenging Double Sailfish release.
This would be the clear-cut highlight for most trips, but Norman also nagged a wonderful 50+lbs. Dorado.
“I just wanted to say how impressed I was with your captain and mate, and the entire experience,” Norman wrote to us via email. ‘Everything was top notch, and my wife and I had a blast!”
February 8, 2021
Shane Whealton finished off his week of fishing in style on February 8 with the Harvester reporting a 71lbs. Dorado catch; this is clearly the largest of the year so far.
This big bad bull hit two different baits, but the mega panga’s crew calmly coordinated the fight to prevent tangles.
The Whealton boys were joined by FishingNosara’s Northeast Rep Mark Cooney for this fishin’ mission. Their scorecard was marked up with multiple Sailfish releases.
Busy day for Mate Wilson overseeing the releases of these monsters.
Great work by the Harvester and her crew!
January 26, 2021
The Discoverer was excited to welcome back Ted Markow’s family for a return trip to the blue water.
Just like their trip last year, Team Markow did great. They enjoyed a fun Sailfish release, then nagged big Dorados.
They also battled a Blue Marlin but it spit the hook before it could be billed.
“Kevin and Carlos know what they are doing,” wrote Ted. “I watched Kevin prepping the equipment and bait on the ride out. He pays attention to details. Carlos sees the fish when they are going after the attractors. Kevin brings the bait close to the fish in order to hook them. They did not miss many fish.”
“What great memories for my 15 year old and 11 year old daughters. Not may 15 year old girls can say they fought a 200lb plus blue marlin for almost 30 minutes.”
“Great times!”