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May 2013

Fish Report & Photo Archive

Action Action Action!!!

by Indy Crew, 5-01-2013

Good evening Anglers. Last night one of our anglers while fishing for skipjack on 50lb test, happened to hook a large fish and hour and an half later he boated a 220 lb cow. The next cast he hooked a 120lb tuna, then went to bed a tired man. Today our day started out with a bang. At 5:40am we hooked a fish 2 minutes later the fish was next to the boat, very confused, 2 minutes of craziness later we planted 3 gaffs, threw it on board, and taped out at 225lbs. By sundown our count goes as follow s: 33 tuna 120 to 160lbs, 2 cows along with 8 Wahoo. The weather is still holding beautiful with 8 to 12 knots of wind and our bait supply is still holding excellent check us out on Facebook and our website for up to date pictures. Take care and talk to you tomorrow Paul, Jesus, Paul, Doug, Kevin, Tyler, Ed and Michele.

Action Action Action!!!

by Indy Crew, 5-01-2013

Good evening Anglers. Last night one of our anglers while fishing for skipjack on 50lb test, happened to hook a large fish and hour and a half later he boated a 220 lb cow. The next cast he hooked a 120lb tuna, then went to bed a tired man. Today our day started out with a bang. At 5:40am we hooked a fish 2 minutes later the fish was next to the boat, very confused, 2 minutes of craziness later we planted 3 gaffs, threw it on board, and taped out at 225lbs. By sundown our count goes as follow s: 33 tuna 120 to 160lbs, 2 cows along with 8 Wahoo. The weather is still holding beautiful with 8 to 12 knots of wind and our bait supply is still holding excellent check us out on Facebook and our website for up to date pictures. Take care and talk to you tomorrow Paul, Jesus, Paul, Doug, Kevin, Tyler, Ed and Michele.

Independence has another day to remember at the banks -- 30 Tuna including 2 Cows + 8 Wahoo

by Paul Strasser, 5-01-2013

Paul Strasser called in from Hurricane Banks aboard the Independence. "I just wanted to report another really great day of fishing. We started off our morning at 5:30 with another Cow (230 lbs.). We ended up the day with 30 Tuna, 2 Cows & 8 Wahoo. We are seeing a lot more action on the bank. A lot more boils. A lot more fish jumping out of the water. Signs of fish just keep getting better and better.

"Check us out on IndependenceSportfishing.com or check our Facebook page. Take care and we'll talk to you tomorrow."

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5-01-2013

The Independence is "On Fire" at Hurricane Banks

by Paul Strasser, 5-02-2013

Paul Strasser called in from the Independence with this report on their action today. "We are on our 16 day trip to Hurricane Banks. Today was a much nicer day of fishing. We had a lot more bites today on the flylined baits along with the kites. We did have some losses on the bait fishing. We ended up with 28 Tuna, with 3 over 200 lbs. Most of the fish were in the 120 to 160 grade. We also caught 4 Wahoo.

"The weather is perfect and the fishing seems to be building. We are catching a lot of tuna and we seem to be seeing a more fish each day. Everything seems to be working.

"I'd like to remind everybody to check us out on our Facebook page where you'll find some up to date photos of what we are doing each day. If you'd like to go fishing on the Independence we have quite a few openings on future trips. If you have any questions or want to make a reservation a call 619-226-6006.

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The Breakage Encounters

by Indy Crew, 5-02-2013

Good evening anglers, well today started out with a pair of 150 pounders in the dark and we had steady fishing all day. The problem we encountered today was lots of losses, and that goes with fishing rather it being a pulled hook, a bite off or just a line breaking it happens. With all that we still ended up with 28 tuna 100 to 160 lbs and 3 fish over 200 and our token 4 Wahoo. There is some Wahoo on the bank but I just think they still need to gather up to get that big score. Once again the weather is still excellent and the wind is perfect to fly our kite's .Talk to you tomorrow the Indy crew.

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5-02-2013

Unforgettable Fishing

by Indy Crew, 5-04-2013

Good evening Anglers. Well where do I start... First of all our bite this morning started at 4:59am on a flyline puffer then it happened... the rods started swinging and line started peeling the bite was on. As the morning bite slowed, the fish still stayed around the boat all mid morning till 3:00pm. The bait of choice was of course the flyline sardine but we also caught a few small tuna. Today's fish averaged 125lb on the small side to quite a few 175lb to 198lb. The weather was unbelievable like fishing in the San Diego bay. This is our last day and we'll be departing after dinner for home. Today's totals were 28 tuna and 3 Wahoo .What a trip!!! Check us out on face book page for more pictures of our trip talk to soon Paul Strasser, Jesus, Paul, Tyler, Doug, Kevin, Ed and Michele

Traveling Home

by Indy Crew, 5-06-2013

Good evening folks today was a travel day. Our passengers entertained themselves by playing poker games, watching movies and thanks to Tony from Soft Steel we all got to test our favorite knots. During dinner last night we also celebrated Kevin Cleary birthday. The ride is beautiful and calm and looking forward to our Thursday arrival .P.S. Rick Berg says he has popsicles. Take care and good night the INDEPENDENCE CREW.

Bluefin Alert

by Paul Strasser, 5-08-2013

We just caught the first bluefin caught this morning aboard the Independence at about 175 miles from San Diego. The Bluefin is in the 20 to 25 pound class. We have beautiful weather and nice looking water. They will be looking around for more. Stay tuned for a picture!!!!

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BLUEFIN ALERT!!

by Indy Crew, 5-08-2013

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5-08-2013

Savon Tackle Jackpot Photo

by Indy Crew, 5-10-2013

Wrap up information coming soon!

Photos for 5-10-2013

5-10-2013

San Pedro Spring Trips Wrap Up

by Indy Crew, 5-27-2013

We are headed back to San Diego after a few trip's to the local islands, it was a challenge due to navel and marine closures as well as tough weather at times. We did manage to catch some nice fish anyway. Here are a few pictures from the trips. Our last trip produced 27 White Sea bass to 25 lbs., 9 halibut to 40 pounds, 4 yellowtail to 26 pounds along with some calico's and bottom grabbers. We will depart next Saturday on the season opener 8 day. We want to thank everyone who made one of trips with us and hope to see you soon on one of our long range trips.

Photos for 5-27-2013

5-27-2013

Independence's trip to the Islands leads to some good fishing despite distractions

by Bill Roecker, 5-28-2013

"We are headed back to San Diego after a few trips to the local islands," posted Independence May 27. "It was a challenge due to naval and marine closures as well as tough weather at times. We did manage to catch some nice fish anyway. Here are a few pictures from the trips. Our last trip produced 27 White Sea bass to 25 pounds, 9 halibut to 40 pounds, 4 yellowtail to 26 pounds along with some calicos and bottom grabbers. We will depart next Saturday on the season opener 8-day. We want to thank everyone who made one of trips with us and hope to see you soon on one of our long range trips."