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Trip 1 (3 day) June 25

Jun 26 2016

Trip 1 (3 day) June 25

June 26th, 2016|Trip Reports|

Hello anglers: We worked hard today with not much luck. It was the ol’ “should have been here yesterday” scenario with good reports from the day before. Unfortunately the conditions changed and the yellowtail wouldn’t bite. After trying for yellowtail we went offshore and found some groups of common dolphin that had signs of small yellowfin tuna. We caught 4 12-pounders on the troll, but nothing on the bait. The conditions were great with 67.5 degree blue water. We anticipate catching something in the same area in the future.
We end this trip with an “E for effort” with lots of hard work but not much to show for it. One really great thing is the new bait tank worked really well! Lots of room back there and the bait thrived. The hand wells allow for multiple people to access baits at the same time. Lots of positive feedback from the anglers.
Looking forward to the next trip! There is space on the Izorline-sponsored 4-day leaving June 30th.

Team Searcher

Jun 25 2016

Trip 1 (3 day) June 24 report

June 25th, 2016|Trip Reports|

Hello anglers: We started in the area where the bluefin tuna has been seen the past few days. Only the fish didn’t show up there today! We headed south looking for kelp paddies and yellowtail. We saw several kelps and a few had fish on them. Most of the yellowtail were on the small side, but keepers, and a few were better grade fish. Capt Ryan is pictured with Ross Langley from Oceanside and his good-size yellowtail.
Hoping for better results tomorrow, Team Searcher

Jun 24 2016

Trip 1 (3 day) June 23 daily report

June 24th, 2016|Trip Reports|

Hello anglers: We arrived at the tuna zone just in time for all the schools to go down. We did see two spots of fish late in the day.–they didn’t want to bite unfortunately. We managed to hook and land an 18-pound yellowfin tuna. So, Robert King from Granada Hills was the lucky angler and he drew first blood to start the 2016 fishing season! Robert won a Shimano flat fall lure for landing the first fish. He and Capt Aaron are pictured in the bow with his fish. Hoping for better luck tomorrow, Team Searcher

Jun 23 2016

Trip 1 (3 day) Jun 23-26, 2016 is off and running!

June 23rd, 2016|Captain Mike's Blog|

2016’s first trip is on its way to the fishing grounds today! Wishing them luck with yellowtail, yellowfin, and bluefin tuna on the horizon!

Stay tuned for trip reports from the field!

Accurate Fishing-sponsored 3 day aboard Searcher Sportfishing


“Accurate Fishing-sponsored 3 day aboard SearcherSportfishing”

From Trip 1 (3 day) June 23-26, 2016. Posted by SearcherSportfishing on 6/23/2016 (13 items)

Accurate Fishing brought three new Hook and Hand outfits for the boat!
"Am I going to win "First Blood" prize?"
Taking a photo with Bootz before the trip starts! #getcaughtwearingbootz
Happy Searcher Trip 1 anglers leaving the dock!


Bootz never turns down a photo op with a fellow angler! #getcaughtwearingbootz
Captain Ryan waves goodbye before piloting the boat to EveringhamBros BaitCo receiver…
Ready to fish THIS AFTERNOON!!
On their way!


Jack Nilsen of Accurate Fishing presents Ross Langley with his new outfit. Congrats, …
"First Blood" winner is Robert King, prize is a Shimano flat fall lure!
Robert King landed SearcherSportfishing’s first blood–a yellowfin tuna.
Jackpot winners back at the dock after an Accurate Fishing sponsored trip!


Ross Langley’s yellowtail with Capt Ryan’s assist.


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Jun 22 2016

“First Blood” Contest 2016!

June 22nd, 2016|Captain Mike's Blog|

Team Searcher is proud to announce the return of the “First Blood” Contest for the start of this 2016 fishing season!  The first angler to land a fish on Searcher’s deck this trip will win a Shimano Flat-Fall lure! You could be like Ron Spier (pictured above) who was our 2015 winner!

Stay tuned! We’ll post the 2016 results from the field!

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Jun 22 2016

World Premiere: Searcher’s New Bait Tank!

June 22nd, 2016|Captain Mike's Blog|

The final touch was placed today on this year’s exciting Searcher project: our brand-new custom bait tank!  John of Shelter Island Sign Shop carefully and expertly placed the Searcher decals on the side of our new hand wells!  The new bait tank is fully functional and is ready to rock!

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Since our last update, the tank was attached to the deck, the plumbing was installed and the exterior finish was applied.  Our own “Team Bait Tank” (Captains Aaron and Ryan) worked long days getting this final phase of the project finished! The end product is fantastic!  We can’t wait to put our new bait tank to work as we begin our fishing season!  Join us on an upcoming trip and try it out!


“The new bait tank is ready to rock! Let’s get fishing!”

From Searcher Bait Tank Project is Complete!. Posted by SearcherSportfishing on 6/22/2016 (16 items)

Getting ready to attach bait tank to the deck
Checking plumbing connections
Soooooooooooo shiny!
Installing bait tank plumbing


Prepped for application of non-slip surface material!
Rubber granules during application
Rubber granules during application
SearcherSportfishing’s Capt Art tests out the non-slip surface


Gaff holders – check!
Ready for the Searcher name to be applied to the handwells!
The finishing touch!


The SearcherSportfishing bait tank project is complete!
Capt Art shaking hands with John of Shelter Island Sign – job well done!
Capt Ryan points out our new onboard Surfrider Foundation San Diego County Chapter as…
Time to fish! Let’s go!


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Jun 21 2016

Tackle suggestion for bluefin tuna

June 21st, 2016|Trip Reports|

Hello anglers,
We are super excited to get our fishing season started this week! There is a slight chance for a large bluefin tuna on our first trip. It has been difficult to hook and land them but we will certainly try our luck.
We want you to be prepared so we recommend a 2 speed reel with 60# mono. You may use it for fly-lining a live bait or use it as a kite outfit. Also if you are a practiced caster, a long rod with 40-50# mono and a surface lure or large popper has been the method used recently. We hope to see you aboard soon!
Team Searcher

Jun 20 2016

Trip Report – Turner’s Outdoorsman Seminar – June 16, 2016

June 20th, 2016|Captain Mike's Blog|

 

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Hello Searcher friends!

On June 16, Captain Art and Team Searcher had a fantastic evening seminar at Turner’s Outdoorsman San Marcos with our host, manager Lori Sachau and her amazing Turner’s team!

The “Live Bait Tuna Fishing” Seminar attracted a full house of attendees!  Some of the topics discussed were line and hook suggestions, bait selection and handling techniques, bait hook placement, knot tying and recommendations for the use of artificial lures.

The attendees came prepared with excellent questions, and once those questions were addressed, the prizes from both raffles (one from Turner’s and one from Searcher – each with multiple prizes!) were awarded.  Theresa R. was the lucky winner of the $250 Searcher gift certificate!

Thanks to Lori and Team Turner’s for hosting our seminar!  We’ll be back soon!

We can’t wait to see our friends, old and new, aboard Searcher as we begin our 2016 season!  Talking about fishing made us realize how much we are looking forward to the start of Trip 1 in just a few days! 🙂

“June 16, 2016”

From Tuna Seminar – Turner’s Outdoorsman San Marcos. Posted by SearcherSportfishing on 6/20/2016 (8 items)

SearcherSportfishing’s Captain Art demonstrates how to tie the Improved Clinch knot :…
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Lori and Eric have the answers you seek!


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Captain Art and Theresa R, the winner of the SearcherSportfishing gift certificate!
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Jun 15 2016

Bootz’ Birthday Contest Winner!

June 15th, 2016|Captain Mike's Blog|

Team Searcher is still celebrating the birthday of our beloved spokesperson, Bootz!  Searcher friends from near and far showered Bootz with birthday wishes, and we even surprised the birthday boy with a big party aboard Searcher!

We shared everything you submitted with Bootz – all of the birthday messages, photos, videos and poems – and he was overcome with joy and gratitude to be recognized on his special day!

Our team of judges and the birthday Bootz unanimously selected Howard Folmer as the winner of Bootz’ Birthday Contest! Howard’s poem “Bootz” (submitted via Facebook) captures the true essence of fishing aboard Searcher!

Hearing the poem made everyone at the party long even more for the start of our fishing season!

Congratulations, Howard!  You won a new pair of Xtratuf boots!

Prize courtesy of our awesome sponsors Xtratuf! 🙂 🙂 🙂

Searcher friends: Please enjoy reading Howard’s winning poem and dream about getting your own fishing boots on Searcher‘s deck soon!  Season start is just around the corner! We can’t wait!

Bootz

by Howard Folmer

Bootz, my dear, what can I say?
I long to be with you night and day.

When we are apart, it pains my sole,
I’m only complete when its you, me, and a pole.

You see, when I walk and I don’t feel you there,
protecting my feet from the water and air,
Its like a part of me is missing (especially when fishing)!

I feel warm and protected when you mold yourself to me.
We spend hourz together when we are at sea.
I’m saying all this, so you will know,
How much I love you, from heel to toe.

I so look forward to shedding my suit,
to put on some shortz and my favorite Bootz.
Happy birthday my friend, I hope you celebrate
Until we meet again, I can hardly wait.

 

Jun 14 2016

Captain Art Talks Tuna at Turner’s!

June 14th, 2016|Captain Mike's Blog|

Searcher Sportfishing’s own Captain Art Taylor will be visiting Turner’s Outdoorsman San Marcos very soon for a special speaking engagement! Mark your calendars!

June 16: Captain Art will lead a free evening seminar at Turner’s Outdoorsman in San Marcos at 6 pm.

Come early to register for Turner’s and Searcher raffles!  Stay late to shop special promo prices!

Turner’s Outdoorsman San Marcos
2085 Montiel Rd #104, San Marcos, CA 92069

Lori Byron – (760) 741-1570

Join Captain Art and Team Searcher to get the scoop on live bait techniques and tuna fishing! We look forward to seeing you 🙂

A $250 gift certificate for a Searcher fishing trip will be given away to a lucky winner at the event! Don’t miss out!

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Need a printable flyer? Click here: Flyer – Capt Art Talks Tuna!

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