Traveling down in lake calm weather the leisurely atmosphere was appreciated and appropriately utilized as anglers prepared their tackle, relaxed in style, took in the sights, indulged in spirits, and spun yarns well into the night. There is something about a flat calm ocean that brings out the best in everyone's character. With every angler in this group boasting multiple previous long range voyages, they have a detailed understanding of how temperamental this ocean can be. As such the significance and comfort of the sea in an amenable state is received as an opportunity that must not go to waste.

Of course we hope the present condition is a trend that will carry well into next week as we are all now so familiar with the importance of good working conditions when targeting giant yellowfin tuna in the southern regions. The present forecast speaks to this and we are positioned to take full advantage of the opportunity if the weatherman is correct. For now we are continuing the southerly trek with plans to bypass the hoards of midget yellowtail and yellowfin tuna on the top end of the ridge and focus on fish worthy of a tag offshore tomorrow. As always Captain Randy Toussaint and I have our sights set high as we formulate our voyage strategy to maximize fishing time in what we believe will be the most productive big fish zones. Look for fishing reports to continue as we work down preparing for good things to come.

Tim