March 2014 GONZAGA BAY - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

makobob · 01-14-2014, 10:20 AM

Baja or Bust is happy to announce another spring time trip to Las Encantadas, just 10 miles north of Gonzaga. Paved all the way except the last 1/2 mile. Almost any vechicle can make it. We will have use of neighbors bathroom, shower and other ammenities. Should be good trip, super easy beach launch and landings.

Gonzaga Trip ADDED for 2014!
March 20-24th, this is the second BIRTHDAY TRIP. Janine, fishtales, aka halibut hunter, will be celibrating her birthday in Gonzaga. Leaving morning of 20 March, should be another great trip, all are welcome to join us for this trip. Post here or pm Makobob, thanks.
Tight lines and bloody gaffs. Happy Birthday Janine.

Anglers are:
Janines.fishtales OUR MERMAID had to cancel, life got in the way. THIS TRIP IS STILL ON.
Makobob
Svendawg
Chuck D
Eod
??Bigbarrels??

Trip is open to all, enjoy Baja with us!!!

Makobob

rossman · 01-14-2014, 10:27 AM

Where are you planning on staying

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makobob · 01-14-2014, 02:28 PM

Ross, we will probabally stay at campo beluga, but might stay near a house in construction that is for sale. Still in the planing stage. Ross do you have any suggestions? Thanks, we are trying to lease a place here.

Makobob

svendawg · 01-14-2014, 07:26 PM

Put me on the list

makobob · 01-14-2014, 08:33 PM

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Originally Posted by svendawg

Put me on the list

AWESOME, Sven, welcome aboard! Looks like another great trip.

troutking · 01-15-2014, 11:56 AM

makobob, if I can get Thursday, Friday and Monday off of work I'd be interested in joining.

makobob · 01-15-2014, 11:59 AM

Let me know if you get the time off, I will put you on the list as a maybe. And it will be a great trip. In the process of finding a place for Fresh2Death and Baja or Bust to lease in Gonzaga. Might not need a palapa for this one.

makobob · 01-26-2014, 02:27 PM

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Originally Posted by troutking

makobob, if I can get Thursday, Friday and Monday off of work I'd be interested in joining.

How are you coming with getting the time off?

This trip is less then 60 days from NOW. Take it off of your Bucket List, join Janine, Sven, Makobob and Troutking in Gonzaga for a good shot at nice fish.
Spring time, warm sun, orange mouth corvina, and maybe a C&R totuaba. Triggers, spotties, cabrilla, pargo, and who knows what else? Every one is welcome to join us on this trip, hope to see YOU!

Makobob

makobob · 02-02-2014, 03:07 PM

It is looking like Robmoney and I will have a lease on a place in Las Encantadas just a about a 1/2 mile north of Punta Bufeo, which makes it about 25 minutes from Gonzaga or 12-15 miles. It is a beautiful beach with an easy launch. Located right in front of Isla San Luis. Between Punta Bufeo and Gonzaga is some very fine fishing. Usually left alone by the pangas of Gonzaga. the first night is our Mermaids birthday and she publically stated she might wear a form fitting outfit if we went to Alfonsina's for a cocktail. This area has great fishing, but the star gazing is absolutely fantastic, no major lights with in a hundred miles. All are welcome to join us for this trip.

Makabob

janines.fishtales@cox.net · 02-02-2014, 07:42 PM

You are a flatterer! I am so looking forward to getting to Baja again!
Looks like we got a good group getting started here. Room for more!
J

619-SWIM-DOG · 02-02-2014, 09:19 PM

If I get clearance from work then it's a go for me.

Hunter (The 80's Man) · 02-03-2014, 08:56 AM

There was a comment on another post about J Fishtales dropping down orange mouth for bait and also using artificials down there. Are orange mouth the most common bait down there and what kind on artificials do you fish? Is bait an issue there, or is just like everywhere else depends on conditions?

buddha · 02-03-2014, 09:40 AM

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Originally Posted by Hunter (The 80's Man)

There was a comment on another post about J Fishtales dropping down orange mouth for bait and also using artificials down there. Are orange mouth the most common bait down there and what kind on artificials do you fish? Is bait an issue there, or is just like everywhere else depends on conditions?

I am going to use mainly megabaits and also bring some topwater like zara spooks. Iceman told me when he went there was a nice topwater cabrilla bite there.

I will be going on the April trip though.

rossman · 02-03-2014, 10:01 AM

I have never had any real problems finding bait on the cortez side but using live bait including squid is a real pain because of the ubiquitous trigger fish. You cannot find any deapth where they are not, and they tend to take crescent shaped bites out of any live bait. After a few minutes the baits comes back looking like a piece of swiss cheese. The same thing happens with plastics. Hardbaits like irons megabaits shallow and deep running crank baits and top water baits are the ticket. Last two trips to Gonzaga I didn't even bother with my bait tank.

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SDROB · 02-03-2014, 04:02 PM

Just saw this link on BD. Do those Islands look familiar BOB?

http://www.bdoutdoors.com/forums/thr...ontoon.530104/

makobob · 02-03-2014, 07:04 PM

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Originally Posted by ROBMONEY

Just saw this link on BD. Do those Islands look familiar BOB?

http://www.bdoutdoors.com/forums/thr...ontoon.530104/

You KNOW it does, guys this is where we are trying to get a lease for a place for all of us to be able to stay. about 10 miles north of Gonzaga. Biggest problem is the divers can do real damage at some times of the year, the grouper can be thick, but only bite on the tide swings and for a short time. However they live on the reef and do not seem to be afraid of divers. That said the fishing and diving can be world class. 619-SWIM-DOG welcome aboard, I will add you to the angler list.
Hunter, NO small orange mouth Corvina were the go to bait for totuba, which are illegal to take or possess. Big grouper seem to like them too. But most fish ARE caught on Iron or top water plugs.

buddha · 02-04-2014, 08:27 AM

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Originally Posted by rossman

I have never had any real problems finding bait on the cortez side but using live bait including squid is a real pain because of the ubiquitous trigger fish. You cannot find any deapth where they are not, and they tend to take crescent shaped bites out of any live bait. After a few minutes the baits comes back looking like a piece of swiss cheese. The same thing happens with plastics. Hardbaits like irons megabaits shallow and deep running crank baits and top water baits are the ticket. Last two trips to Gonzaga I didn't even bother with my bait tank.

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Ross,

I sent you a few PMs and called you a few times. Did you receive any of those?

makobob · 02-06-2014, 06:31 PM

Just got a pm from ChuckD asking the right kind of questions about this trip, so it is looking like we will have a nice group for Janine's birthday. Any one else interested? 45 days and counting!

Makobob

Chuck D · 02-07-2014, 10:23 AM

March is looking pretty good, I think I am in!

jorluivil · 02-07-2014, 11:12 AM

I can't do this one, the old lady's bday is March 23rd

01-14-2014, 10:20 AM	#1
makobob Baitless on Baja Join Date: May 2013 Location: Vista California, Gonzaga, San Quintin, Asuncion, Mag Bay Posts: 4,250	March 2014 GONZAGA BAY Baja or Bust is happy to announce another spring time trip to Las Encantadas, just 10 miles north of Gonzaga. Paved all the way except the last 1/2 mile. Almost any vechicle can make it. We will have use of neighbors bathroom, shower and other ammenities. Should be good trip, super easy beach launch and landings. Gonzaga Trip ADDED for 2014! March 20-24th, this is the second BIRTHDAY TRIP. Janine, fishtales, aka halibut hunter, will be celibrating her birthday in Gonzaga. Leaving morning of 20 March, should be another great trip, all are welcome to join us for this trip. Post here or pm Makobob, thanks. Tight lines and bloody gaffs. Happy Birthday Janine. Anglers are: Janines.fishtales OUR MERMAID had to cancel, life got in the way. THIS TRIP IS STILL ON. Makobob Svendawg Chuck D Eod ??Bigbarrels?? Trip is open to all, enjoy Baja with us!!! Makobob __________________ http://www.mako-ville.com Home 760-630-4470 Cell 760-520-2514 YES YOU CAN Last edited by makobob; 03-02-2014 at 02:58 PM.

01-14-2014, 10:27 AM	#2
rossman Marginally Irrelevant Join Date: May 2007 Location: Bahia Asuncion Posts: 936	Where are you planning on staying Sent from my Nexus 7 using Tapatalk __________________ "When beholding the tranquil beauty and brilliancy of the ocean’s skin, one forgets the tiger heart that pants beneath it; and would not willingly remember that this velvet paw but conceals a remorseless fang. " — Herman Melville Y'all come see me now, hear!

01-14-2014, 02:28 PM	#3
makobob Baitless on Baja Join Date: May 2013 Location: Vista California, Gonzaga, San Quintin, Asuncion, Mag Bay Posts: 4,250	Ross, we will probabally stay at campo beluga, but might stay near a house in construction that is for sale. Still in the planing stage. Ross do you have any suggestions? Thanks, we are trying to lease a place here. Makobob __________________ http://www.mako-ville.com Home 760-630-4470 Cell 760-520-2514 YES YOU CAN Last edited by makobob; 01-15-2014 at 12:02 PM.

01-15-2014, 11:59 AM	#7
makobob Baitless on Baja Join Date: May 2013 Location: Vista California, Gonzaga, San Quintin, Asuncion, Mag Bay Posts: 4,250	Let me know if you get the time off, I will put you on the list as a maybe. And it will be a great trip. In the process of finding a place for Fresh2Death and Baja or Bust to lease in Gonzaga. Might not need a palapa for this one. __________________ http://www.mako-ville.com Home 760-630-4470 Cell 760-520-2514 YES YOU CAN Last edited by makobob; 01-15-2014 at 12:13 PM.

02-02-2014, 03:07 PM	#9
makobob Baitless on Baja Join Date: May 2013 Location: Vista California, Gonzaga, San Quintin, Asuncion, Mag Bay Posts: 4,250	Punta Bufeo It is looking like Robmoney and I will have a lease on a place in Las Encantadas just a about a 1/2 mile north of Punta Bufeo, which makes it about 25 minutes from Gonzaga or 12-15 miles. It is a beautiful beach with an easy launch. Located right in front of Isla San Luis. Between Punta Bufeo and Gonzaga is some very fine fishing. Usually left alone by the pangas of Gonzaga. the first night is our Mermaids birthday and she publically stated she might wear a form fitting outfit if we went to Alfonsina's for a cocktail. This area has great fishing, but the star gazing is absolutely fantastic, no major lights with in a hundred miles. All are welcome to join us for this trip. Makabob __________________ http://www.mako-ville.com Home 760-630-4470 Cell 760-520-2514 YES YOU CAN Last edited by makobob; 02-02-2014 at 03:15 PM.

01-14-2014, 07:26 PM	#4
svendawg Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Wildomar, Ca. Posts: 331	Put me on the list

01-15-2014, 11:56 AM	#6
troutking Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Escondido, Ca Posts: 102	makobob, if I can get Thursday, Friday and Monday off of work I'd be interested in joining.

02-02-2014, 07:42 PM	#10
janines.fishtales@cox.net Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 555	Makobob... You are a flatterer! I am so looking forward to getting to Baja again! Looks like we got a good group getting started here. Room for more! J __________________ Fishtales

02-02-2014, 09:19 PM	#11
619-SWIM-DOG Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: San Diego Posts: 619	If I get clearance from work then it's a go for me.

02-03-2014, 08:56 AM	#12
Hunter (The 80's Man) Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Riverside Posts: 243	There was a comment on another post about J Fishtales dropping down orange mouth for bait and also using artificials down there. Are orange mouth the most common bait down there and what kind on artificials do you fish? Is bait an issue there, or is just like everywhere else depends on conditions? __________________ What's in YOUR hatch?

02-03-2014, 10:01 AM	#14
rossman Marginally Irrelevant Join Date: May 2007 Location: Bahia Asuncion Posts: 936	I have never had any real problems finding bait on the cortez side but using live bait including squid is a real pain because of the ubiquitous trigger fish. You cannot find any deapth where they are not, and they tend to take crescent shaped bites out of any live bait. After a few minutes the baits comes back looking like a piece of swiss cheese. The same thing happens with plastics. Hardbaits like irons megabaits shallow and deep running crank baits and top water baits are the ticket. Last two trips to Gonzaga I didn't even bother with my bait tank. Sent from my Nexus 7 using Tapatalk __________________ "When beholding the tranquil beauty and brilliancy of the ocean’s skin, one forgets the tiger heart that pants beneath it; and would not willingly remember that this velvet paw but conceals a remorseless fang. " — Herman Melville Y'all come see me now, hear!

02-03-2014, 04:02 PM	#15
SDROB Malibu Stealth 12 Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Hollywood, San Diego, Gonzaga Bay Posts: 512	Just saw this link on BD. Do those Islands look familiar BOB? http://www.bdoutdoors.com/forums/thr...ontoon.530104/ __________________ She will keep you warm in the winter and give you shade in the summer (Rossman) I'm telling ya, you have to keep these suckers on a game clip until just before you drop them in the frying pan.(Rossman)

02-06-2014, 06:31 PM	#18
makobob Baitless on Baja Join Date: May 2013 Location: Vista California, Gonzaga, San Quintin, Asuncion, Mag Bay Posts: 4,250	Just got a pm from ChuckD asking the right kind of questions about this trip, so it is looking like we will have a nice group for Janine's birthday. Any one else interested? 45 days and counting! Makobob __________________ http://www.mako-ville.com Home 760-630-4470 Cell 760-520-2514 YES YOU CAN

02-07-2014, 10:23 AM	#19
Chuck D Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Bay Park Posts: 559	March is looking pretty good, I think I am in!

02-07-2014, 11:12 AM	#20
jorluivil Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Posts: 6,856	I can't do this one, the old lady's bday is March 23rd __________________ www.facebook.com/Teamsewer