While the Pelican may be tied up for the season Captain Bracher is not. Each year he migrates south like many of us to rest and “recharge”. As you might imagine his method includes some fun fishing. Arch is wandering between piers in NW Florida going after anything that bites his light tackle presentation of a jig and plastic bait. This includes, Bonita, Drum and Black Fin Tuna. Yes Tuna on a pier.
Once he gets that out of his system its off to Mexico to work on the Sailfish count. Thanks to everyone for another good year on board the Pelican. Best of luck to Sonny as he continues to mend. The entire Pelican crew wishes you and yours a good holiday.
In search of
With the exception of two or three days the wind has had a relentless easterly component to it for over two weeks. Again, not the best direction for Sails. The last couple of days have improved and we’ve found a few areas of more concentrated Sails. Thankfully a few that bit. But nothing to write more about.
Easterly Fetch
The wind has been consistently out of the East and Southeast for the last 5 days. Not the best direction for Sails. Fishing has been slow for January standards. Not much to report. Looks like mid- week may bring a change. Hopefully sooner.
Even slow fishing days in the Caribbean are better than none.
It’s been a bit breezy the past few days. Enough so the Sails are harder to find and it takes awhile to get to them. Hopefully it will lay down soon. We’ve caught over a dozen so far. While Isla is no longer a hidden travel destination secret it remains a great place to kick back. Stay tuned.
Pez Vela
Captain Bracher has ventured south and commandeered a ride somewhat similar to the Pelican.
Meanwhile and stateside OBX, The Pelican is all but ready for 2013. We’ve got dates open during prime times for all species. Email us at Arch@fishthepelican.com or call 252-441-3197.
A Different Perspective
The Pelican has been hauled out for regular winter maintenance and “fine tuning”. Maybe a larger Marlin will be painted on the hull. We thought you would enjoy this Pelican photo from another angle.
Arch has been recharging in Florida fishing the piers around Destin. He leaves for the Yucatan this week and will begin working on the Sailfish. We hope to report on his progress.
Quest
On a mission to catch over a 1000 different species Steve Wozniak choose the Pelican to help fill his bucket list this past summer. You may read about it here. …… Arch is still pier hopping in NW FL. He reports moderate success.
Ugly Drum!
Both of them are getting old!
Winter
While the Pelican may be tied up for the season Captain Bracher is not. Each year he migrates south like many of us to rest and “recharge”. As you might imagine his method includes some fun fishing. Arch is wandering between piers in NW Florida going after anything that bites his light tackle presentation of a jig and plastic bait. This includes, Bonita, Drum and Black Fin Tuna. Yes Tuna on a pier.
Charley Reese Bracher
Today’s Matriarch in waiting. If you not fishing you might as well brag on the niece. Thank you to all who serve.
More Yellowfin and Congrats to Chip & Julia
Arch says the Yellowfin bite is on. He has days open all week and is itching to fish after having spent all weekend on the road. Chip married off Julia and like a good mate Arch attended Julia’s outdoor wedding. It was somewhere near Ft Pierce, Fl.