Fish Report for 1-29-2009

Magdalena Bay Fish Report

1-29-2009
Gary Graham

Welcome to one of the greatest shows on earth?Ķif you are looking for gray whales, that is. The season is in full force and every day more busses arrive, disgorging eager tourists with digital cameras clutched in their fists hurrying to the pier to have an ???up close and personal' experience with one of these giants a few hundred yards in front of the pier.

Adding to the excitement this weekend is the first in a series of localized Copa Gobernador Tournaments. These tournaments attract many local families seeking cash prizes, tackle, and tee shirts while introducing many to sportfishing for the first time.

Water temperature: 67 - 73
Air temperature: 53 -79
Humidity: 83 %
Wind: WNW 8 to 10 knots
Conditions: Partly Cloudy
Visibility: 10 miles
Sunrise: 7:10 a.m. MST
Sunset: 6:09 p.m. MST



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