Costa Rica Fishing Report from FishingNosara
Costa Rica Fishing Report Archive | FishingNosara
When we say that the fish are fired-up in late July, this is what we mean:
Alan Brewer and his group were the beneficiaries of these fired up billfish, the leader of which was this beautiful Blue Marlin.
After that amazing catch, Team Brewer belted up for an awesome Double Sailfish battle.
Great work by Captain Alex and Mate Kevin to keep these two monsters from getting tangled and ensuring a safe release for both fish.
On July 25th the Harvester and angler Carlyle Smith found themselves neck-deep in some BIG Sailfish.
This is the time of year when the Sailfish are at their largest, with some of these easily over 150lbs.
A mid-day Dorado took care of dinner.
More nice Sailfish releases rounded out the day.
Great work by the mega panga!
Captain Alex kept the good times rolling on July 24 with angler Alan Brewer’s group collecting a bunch of Sailfish releases.
Looks like everyone on board got a chance to battle a big billfish.
Even Captain Alex got in on the billfish releases while Mate Wilson tried to get feeling back in his arms.
Great day by the mega panga Harvester!
For those still clinging to the old notion that the fishing in Costa Rica is not white-hot in July, please check out this July 22 trip from the Harvester with angler Carlyle Smith.
This monster Marlin was just the tip of the iceberg.
A big time Sailfish wasn’t far behind, and the mega panga was there to pull her in.
Another great Sailfish also found its way to the Harvester.
Normally a big day full of billfish releases would be all that you need, but why not add some big Dorado filets for the fishbox?
Oh and in case you are wondering, all of these catch came on just a 6.5 hour trip…imaging if they had gone for a full eight hours!
The white-hot billfish bite continued on July 19 with Captain Alex reporting a mammoth day for angler Steve Balz and his boys. This monster Blue Marlin was the highlight of the trip:
The Marlin was backed-up by this great Sailfish release:
Of course the boys didn’t go home empty-handed, as a squad of tasty Dorados found their way to the fishbox.
Awesome work by the mega panga Harvester.
Captain Alex welcomed Daniel Bryant and his family on July 18 for a sweet day of fierce fishing action.
The early part of the day featured great meat fish action with Dorados on ice.
In the afternoon session the Harvester dug in for fun Sailfish releases.
The Harvester welcomed Brent Louviere and his boys for a big day of blue water action on July 16. Take a look at this monster Yellowfin Tuna, caught on light tackle:
They added Sailfish releases throughout the rest of the day.
Awesome work by Captain Alex and the mega panga Harvester!
Lee Ann Martin was on the receiving end of great fishing action with multiple fun catches on the Harvester.
These nice (but blurry) Sailfish release shots were saved by the fact that Gail Burton took her own pictures…this is why it’s always smart to bring your own camera.
Later the group belted up for a bunch of Yellowfin Tuna catches.
Multiple simultaneous hook up led to several nice specimens on ice.
“We had the best time fishing yesterday!” Lee Ann sent us in an email. “Our Captain Alex was amazing! We caught lots of tuna & my sister got to reel in a sail fish!”
Mark Andrews finished off his week with another great day of Yellowfin Tuna catches on July 6.
They added to the filet haul with this monster Dorado.
As a final send off they nabbed these super Sailfish releases.
Mark Andrews’ group was back on July 4 and as part of their Independence Day celebration they liberated this massive 42lbs. Dorado from the sea.
This floor sweeper was backed up with another monster Mahi Mahi
Several big Yellowfin Tunas were also added to this mix; a great follow up to their Ahi haul from earlier in the week.
Finally, Mark got hooked into a BIIIIGGG Black Marlin with a spinning reel.
Wait a minute…how is he trying to fight a Marlin with a spinning reel? What could possibly lead someone into bringing a knife to a bazooka fight?
Oh, well that explains it. Anyhow the Black Marlin only fought for a few moments before it spit the hook.
Still, a great day from the Harvester!
Here’s the message Mark sent us: “Just wanted to thank everyone involved for such a great vacation. Great place to visit, great fishing, and wonderful people in Costa. Debra and myself had a great time. Thanks so much.”
Mark Andrews
Jacksonville, FL
July 15, 2018