Hello MBMC Members!
As water temperatures continue to drop, fishing has shifted to rock codding and harvesting lobsters. Tuna had been seen recently and a few were caught under dolphin, but have not been seen in the last couple of weeks. Swordfish were being caught off the west end of the nine mile bank, but this also seems to have dried up.
The 2024 Jerry & Roy Lively Month Long MarlinTournament winner for this year was Kevin Yamamoto. He released a marlin on 9/11/24 to score 150 points. Paul Himmelberger was runner up with a 122 pound marlin weighed in on 9/24 that was good for 122 points. Both marlin were caught on Ken Yasuda’s Encounter, making it top boat. On 10/20/24 Dan Muslin released a marlin on his boat ‘To The Limit’ with Ann Thompson at the helm. He was able to land the fish on 20 pound test. Great job!!!
Another notable catch was a 164# swordfish caught on the ‘Hawk’. Micah Anderson was the angler with Captain Pat Holmes and Shaun Kaus. Great job and patience on the deep drop guys!
Nick Kane captured FOM prize for his 18# yellowfin tuna caught off a pod of dolphin. He won a Daiwa Saltist Reel for his effort. The
Rockcod/Lingcod Tournament scheduled for November 16-17 is cancelled and will be moved to February 2025. Watch oops line for an update on the exact date and time.
December 7th will be our final seminar for 2024. This will be a social gathering with Ken Schilling giving us his experience and knowledge of his fishing adventures. Time will be set aside for Q and A with Ken. This will be held at the Marina Village Deli from 1:00- 5:00. Food will be served from 1-3 only. Burgers, fries and a drink for ten dollars. A raffle will also be held. RSVP IS NEEDED BY NOVEMBER 30TH. IF WE DO NOT HAVE 20 PEOPLE WE WILL HAVE TO CANCEL.
Early bird membership renewal forms will be going out the first week of December. FYI – Dana Landing will start purging out all phone numbers that are not current members beginning in March. Don’t forget to renew your membership or your tackle and fuel discounts will no longer be valid.
Save the dates:
- Awards Banquet February 22, 2025 at Tom Ham’s restaurant.
- Annual Membership meeting March 2025.
We still have MBMC Tee Shirts available. These make great stocking stuffers. Please contact Jim at : info@missionbaymarlinclub.org
With winter upon us it’s a good time to check all the safety gear on your boats. Do your maintenance now so when spring fishing begins you’re out on the water and not stuck at the ramp or dock.
Wishing you all a Happy Thanksgiving!
Scott Paul
secretary/social