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BELIZE FISHING REPORT

JUNE 5, 2022 THROUGH JUNE 12, 2022

Weather Conditions: Mostly clear skies, light to moderate winds.

Winds: ESE 5-20.

Air Temperature: High 80s.

Sunrise: 5:17 am Sunset: 6:27 pm

Moonphase: Waxing gibbous.

WHAT GUESTS WERE CATCHING:

BONEFISH (Macabi): About 210 bones were landed for the week, most were in the 2-4 pound range.

PERMIT (Palometta): 26 landed for the week.

TARPON (Sabalo): 28 Tarpon to hand.

OTHER SPECIES: Three Snook and some Jacks, Snapper, and Barracuda as well.

GRAND SLAMS: Two this week. Grand slam congratulations to Mike T. with Capt Emir, and John K. with Capt Alex.

FLIES THAT WORKED

FOR BONEFISH - Christmas Island Specials in gold, pearl and pink sizes 4 & 6, and Crazy Charlies in pink and orange.

FOR PERMIT - Mantis shrimp, rag head crabs, strong arm crabs, Bauer crabs and Flexo crabs.

FOR TARPON - White, chartreuse and black-purple bunnies and toads.

Week in Review:

Anglers had a terrific tarpon and permit week. Mostly clear skies and lower winds most days. Some very large tarpon and permit were landed. Grand slam congratulations to Mike T. with Capt Emir, and John K. with Capt Alex.

Fishing photo of the week:

Jackson P with a impressive Permit on the fly.

BELIZE FISHING REPORT

JUNE 19, 2022 THROUGH JUNE 26, 2022

Weather Conditions: Sunny and partly sunny conditions persist with increasing temperatures. Wind conditions from the East have been blowing steady at 5-10 Mph and gusting to 20 Mph.

Winds: E and NE 5 - 10 Mph. Gusting to 20 Mph shifting to N 15 - 20 Mph as fronts move through.

Air Temperature: Ranging from high 70s in the evening to mid to high 80s during the day.

Sunrise: 5:18 am Sunset: 6:29 pm

Moonphase: Waxing Crescent, next phase New Moon 28 June

WHAT GUESTS WERE CATCHING:

BONEFISH (Macabi): Good numbers of Bonefish (170+) were landed averaging 2/3 lbs larger bones 3/5 lbs in the lagoons.

PERMIT (Palometta): Nine for the week.

TARPON (Sabalo): Thirteen Tarpon landed this week. With some nice sized fish in the mix.

OTHER SPECIES: A very nice Snook landed this week.

GRAND SLAMS: We had 2 Grand Slams this week by Daniel and his father Michael courtesy of Capt. Jeo and a Boat Slam by Brent and Laura thanks to Capt. Kristian. Congratulations!

FLIES THAT WORKED

FOR BONEFISH - Christmas Island Specials in gold, pearl and pink sizes and Crazy Charlies in pink and orange. Sizes 4, 6 & 8.

FOR PERMIT - Mantis shrimp, Casa Blanca Raghead w Yellow Eyes, Bauer, Merkin, Alphlexo and Strong Arm Crabs. Sizes 4 & 6.

FOR TARPON - White Tarpon bunnies, chartreuse and black-purple Tarpon Toads in sizes 2/0 and 3/0.

Week in Review:

Improving weather conditions and less rain have increased the bite this week. Winds continue to shift regularly from the East to North East diminishing to 5 to 15 Mph and gusting to 20 as fronts move through the area. Bonefish numbers are plentiful (170), increasing numbers of Permit and Tarpon are being landed along with a single very nice snook. Two grand slams and a boat slam recorded.

Fishing photo of the week:

Daniel scored a Grand Slam courtesy of Capt Jeo. Here is the Tarpon. Congratulations!

BELIZE FISHING REPORT

JUNE 26, 2022 THROUGH JULY 3, 2022

Weather Conditions: Sunny and partly sunny conditions persist with steady temperatures. Wind conditions from the East have been blowing steady at 5-15 Knots and gusting to 20+.

Winds: E and NE 5 -15 Mph. Gusting to 20 Mph.

Air Temperature: Ranging from the high 70s in the evening to mid to high 80s during the day.

Sunrise: 5:20 am Sunset: 6:31 pm

Moonphase: Waxing Cresent moving to 1st Qtr moon Jun. 28.

WHAT GUESTS WERE CATCHING:

BONEFISH (Macabi): Good numbers of Bonefish (130+) were landed, averaging 2/3 lbs larger bones 3/5 lbs in the lagoons.

PERMIT (Palometta): 28 for the week.

TARPON (Sabalo): 10 for the week.

OTHER SPECIES: Two Snook.

GRAND SLAMS: Another 2 Grand Slams this week by William, courtesy of Capt. Jr. and one by Tim, thanks to Capt. Roger. Congratulations!

FLIES THAT WORKED

FOR BONEFISH - Christmas Island Specials in gold, pearl and pink sizes and Crazy Charlies in pink and orange. Sizes 4, 6 & 8.

FOR PERMIT - Mantis shrimp, Casa Blanca Raghead w Yellow Eyes, Bauer, Merkin, Alphlexo and Strong Arm Crabs. Sizes 4 & 6.

FOR TARPON - White Tarpon bunnies, chartreuse and black-purple Tarpon Toads in sizes 2/0 and 3/0.

Week in Review:

Tropical Storm Bonnie has brought higher winds and strong rain bands through the area. Winds continue to shift regularly from the East to North East from 5 to 15 and gusting to 20-25. Less visibility for the past three days has impacted catch percentages dropping Bonefish numbers to 130 for the week, increased Permit and large Tarpon are being hooked and landed along with two nice sized Snook and two more Grand Slams!

Fishing photo of the week:

Father and son team Chris and Braydon land 5 migrating Tarpon courtesy of Capt Raton.

BELIZE FISHING REPORT

JULY 3, 2022 THROUGH JULY 10, 2022

Weather Conditions: Sunny and partly sunny conditions persist with steady temperatures. Wind conditions from the East have been blowing steady at 10-15 Knots and gusting to 20+.

Winds: E and NE 5 -15 Mph. Gusting to 20 Mph.

Air Temperature: Ranging from high 70s in the evening to mid to high 80s during the day in the coastal zone.

Sunrise: 5:24 am Sunset: 6:31 pm

Moonphase: Waxing Gibbous moving to Full Moon July 13.

WHAT GUESTS WERE CATCHING:

BONEFISH (Macabi): Good numbers of Bonefish (140+) were landed averaging 2/3 lbs larger bones 3/5 lbs in the lagoons

PERMIT (Palometta): Twenty three landed for the week.

TARPON (Sabalo): Twelve landed.

OTHER SPECIES: Two Snook.

GRAND SLAMS: Bright sunny days have characterized the past week, but low tides have slowed the bite. Winds shift increased regularly from the East to North East, gusting to 20-25 at midday. Bonefish numbers increased to 140 + for the week. Permit and Tarpon landed have been consistent for the past three weeks with many more hookups.

FLIES THAT WORKED

FOR BONEFISH - Christmas Island Specials in gold, pearl and pink sizes and Crazy Charlies in pink and orange. Sizes 4, 6 & 8.

FOR PERMIT - Mantis shrimp, Casa Blanca Raghead w Yellow Eyes, Bauer, Merkin, Alphlexo and Strong Arm Crabs. Sizes 4 & 6.

FOR TARPON - White Tarpon bunnies, chartreuse and black-purple Tarpon Toads in sizes 2/0 and 3/0.

Week in Review:

Bright sunny days have characterized the past week, but low tides have slowed the bite. Winds shift increased regularly from the East to North East, gusting to 20-25 at midday. Bonefish numbers increased to 140 + for the week. Permit and Tarpon landed have been consistent for the past three weeks with many more hookups.

Fishing photo of the week:

Dave landed this nice Permit while out with Capt. Kristian. Congratulations Dave!

BELIZE FISHING REPORT

JULY 10, 2022 THROUGH JULY 17, 2022

Weather Conditions: Sunny and partly sunny conditions persist with steady temperatures. Wind conditions from the east have been blowing steady at 15 -20 mph and gusting to 20+.

Winds: E and NE 15 - 20 mph. Gusting to 20+ Mph Air Temps.

Air Temperature: Ranging from high 70s in the evening to mid to high 80s during the day in the coastal zone.

Sunrise: 5:27 am Sunset: 6:30 pm

Moonphase: 3rd Qtr Moon July 20 moving to full July 28.

WHAT GUESTS WERE CATCHING:

BONEFISH (Macabi): Good numbers of Bonefish (110+) were landed averaging 2/3 lbs larger bones 3/5 lbs in the lagoons.

PERMIT (Palometta): 17 landed for the week.

TARPON (Sabalo): Four Tarpon landed.

GRAND SLAMS: A Grand Slam this week by Zack courtesy of Capt. Emir. Congratulations!

FLIES THAT WORKED

FOR BONEFISH - Christmas Island Specials in gold, pearl and pink sizes and Crazy Charlies in pink and orange. Sizes 4, 6 & 8.

FOR PERMIT - Mantis shrimp, Casa Blanca Raghead w Yellow Eyes, Bauer, Merkin, Alphlexo and Strong Arm Crabs. Sizes 4 & 6.

FOR TARPON - White Tarpon bunnies, chartreuse and black-purple Tarpon Toads in sizes 2/0 and 3/0.

Week in Review:

Consistently bright sunny days have brought increased action on the flats. Winds continue shift regularly from the East to North East and at 15 - 20 mph at midday. Bonefish numbers dropping to 110 + for the week, Permit and Tarpon continue to see consistent landings for the past three weeks.

Fishing photo of the week:

Jack caught this impressive migratory tarpon yesterday while fishing St. George's Caye with his grandfather Jon and Capt. Gordy.

BELIZE FISHING REPORT

JULY 17, 2022 THROUGH JULY 24, 2022

Weather Conditions: Cloudy spells with steady temperatures. Wind conditions from the East continuing to blow steady at 15 -20 mph and gusting to 20+.

Winds: E and NE 15 - 20 mph. Gusting to 20+ Mph.

Air Temperature: Ranging from high 70s in the evening to mid to high 80s during the day in the coastal zone.

Sunrise: 5:27 am Sunset: 6:31 pm

Moonphase: Waning Cresent moving to New Moon July 28.

WHAT GUESTS WERE CATCHING:

BONEFISH (Macabi): Good numbers of Bonefish (110+) were landed averaging 2/3 lbs larger bones 3/5 lbs in the lagoons.

PERMIT (Palometta): 23 landed for the week.

TARPON (Sabalo): 19 Tarpon landed.

GRAND SLAMS: Grand Slam by James C. courtesy of Capt Roger, Grand Slam by Steve C. Courtesy of Capt Jeo, Grand Slam by Derek L.t courtesy of Capt. Jeo and Grand Slam by Don F. courtesy of Capt. Nestor.

FLIES THAT WORKED

FOR BONEFISH - Christmas Island Specials in gold, pearl and pink sizes and Crazy Charlies in pink and orange. Sizes 4, 6 & 8.

FOR PERMIT - Mantis shrimp, Casa Blanca Raghead w Yellow Eyes, Bauer, Merkin, Alphlexo and Strong Arm Crabs. Sizes 4 & 6.

FOR TARPON - White Tarpon bunnies, chartreuse and black-purple Tarpon Toads in sizes 2/0 and 3/0.

Week in Review:

Moist and unstable conditions have characterized the past week. Showers and isolated thunderstorms will continue to affect the northern areas of the country. Winds shift regularly from the East to North East and at 15 - 20 mph at midday. None of this affected our anglers, who landed an amazing FOUR Grand Slams this week. Bonefish numbers increasing to 223 + for the week, Permit and migrating Tarpon are being caught on average of 2 to 3 per day.

BELIZE FISHING REPORT

JULY 24, 2022 THROUGH JULY 31, 2022

Weather Conditions: Partly sunny conditions persist with steady temperatures. Wind conditions from the east have been blowing steady at 15 - 20 mph and gusting to 25+. Light and moderate choppy seas with inshore waves at 1 to 2 ft.

Winds: E and NE 15 - 20 mph. Gusting to 20+ Mph.

Air Temperature: Ranging from low 80s in the evening to mid to high 80s during the day in the coastal zone.

Sunrise: 5:32 am Sunset: 6:25 pm

Moonphase: Waxing Crescent moving to 1st Qtr Aug 5.

WHAT GUESTS WERE CATCHING:

BONEFISH (Macabi): Good numbers of Bonefish (170+) were landed averaging 2/3 lbs larger bones 3/5 lbs in the lagoons

PERMIT (Palometta): Seventeen this week.

TARPON (Sabalo): Twenty one tarpon for the week.

OTHER SPECIES: Three snook also landed.

GRAND SLAMS: Steve courtesy of Capt Nestor 7/25, Andre working with Capt Gordy caught 10 Permit for the week in addition to a slam. Chad courtesy of Capt Aroldo caught a slam on spinning tackle.

FLIES THAT WORKED

FOR BONEFISH - Christmas Island Specials in gold, pearl and pink sizes and Crazy Charlies in pink and orange. Sizes 4, 6 & 8.

FOR PERMIT - Mantis shrimp, Casa Blanca Raghead w Yellow Eyes, Bauer, Merkin, Alphlexo and Strong Arm Crabs. Sizes 4 & 6.

FOR TARPON - White Tarpon bunnies, chartreuse and black-purple Tarpon Toads in sizes 2/0 and 3/0.

Week in Review:

Cloudy and partly cloudy conditions with increasing winds and choppy seas persist. Winds continue shift regularly from the East to North East and at 15 - 20 mph. Periodic intermittent showers pop up during the day they but don't hamper fishing. Bonefish numbers have increased by 40% over last week. Tarpon and Permit numbers average at 20 for the week ending Sunday.

Fishing photo of the week:

For many flats anglers, there's no greater prize than getting a permit to hand. Lee with a good-looking permit from a recent day on the water with Cesar Acosta.

BELIZE FISHING REPORT

JULY 31, 2022 THROUGH AUGUST 7, 2022

Weather Conditions: Partly sunny conditions persist with steady temperatures. Wind conditions from the East have been blowing steady at 15-20 mph and gusting to 25+. Light and moderate choppy seas with inshore waves at 1 to 2 Ft.

Winds: E and NE 15 - 20 mph. Gusting to 20+ Mph.

Air Temperature: Ranging from high 80s in the evening to mid to high 80s during the day in the coastal zone.

Sunrise: 5:32 am Sunset: 6:22 pm

Moonphase: Waxing Gibbous, Full Moon Aug 11 (next phase).

WHAT GUESTS WERE CATCHING:

BONEFISH (Macabi): Good numbers of Bonefish (210) were landed averaging 2/3 lbs larger bones 3/5 lbs in the lagoons.

PERMIT (Palometta): Twenty Permit for the week.

TARPON (Sabalo): Eighteen Tarpon landed.

GRAND SLAMS: Torrin courtesy of Capt Jeo 8/1, Jon working with Capt Junior. Wesley courtesy of Capt Nestor and Brandon courtesy of Capt Emir all caught grand slams on fly.

FLIES THAT WORKED

FOR BONEFISH - Christmas Island Specials in gold, pearl and pink sizes and Crazy Charlies in pink and orange. Sizes 4, 6 & 8.

FOR PERMIT - Mantis shrimp, Casa Blanca Raghead w Yellow Eyes, Bauer, Merkin, Alphlexo and Strong Arm Crabs. Sizes 4 & 6.

FOR TARPON - White Tarpon bunnies, chartreuse and black-purple Tarpon Toads in sizes 2/0 and 3/0.

Week in Review:

Cloudy and partly cloudy conditions with increasing winds and choppy seas persist. Winds continue shift regularly from the East to North East and at 15 - 20 mph. Periodic intermittent showers pop up during the day but don't hamper fishing. Bonefish numbers have remained consistent in the past 2 weeks well over 200. Tarpon and Permit numbers average at 20 for the week ending Sunday. Our Grand Slam successes still amaze us!

Fishing photo of the week:

Dean and Peter had a day to remember recently when they doubled up on permit twice while fishing with Kristian. What a day!

BELIZE FISHING REPORT

AUGUST 7, 2022 THROUGH AUGUST 14, 2022

Weather Conditions: Partly sunny conditions persist with steady temperatures. Wind conditions from the East have been blowing steady at 5-15 mph and gusting to 20+. slight and moderate choppy seas with inshore waves at 1 to 3 Ft.

Winds: E and NE 5 - 15 mph. Gusting to 20+ Mph.

Air Temperature: Ranging from high 80s in the evening to mid to high 80s during the day in the coastal zone.

Sunrise: 5:35 am Sunset: 6:19 pm

Moonphase: Waning Gibbous moving to 3rd Qtr. Aug 18.

WHAT GUESTS WERE CATCHING:

BONEFISH (Macabi): Good numbers of Bonefish (115) were landed averaging 2/3 lbs larger bones 3/5 lbs in the lagoons.

PERMIT (Palometta): Ten Permit for the week.

TARPON (Sabalo): Eight Tarpon landed.

SNOOK: One.

GRAND SLAMS: Grand Slam by Cole courtesy of Capt Junior on Aug 8.

FLIES THAT WORKED

FOR BONEFISH - Christmas Island Specials in gold, pearl and pink sizes and Crazy Charlies in pink and orange. Sizes 4, 6 & 8.

FOR PERMIT - Mantis shrimp, Casa Blanca Raghead w Yellow Eyes, Bauer, Merkin, Alphlexo and Strong Arm Crabs. Sizes 4 & 6.

FOR TARPON - White Tarpon bunnies, chartreuse and black-purple Tarpon Toads in sizes 2/0 and 3/0.

Week in Review:

Cloudy and partly cloudy conditions with slight seas with waves 3-5 Ft. Winds regularly shift from the East to North East at 5 - 15 mph. Periodic intermittent showers pop up during the day but don't hamper fishing. Bonefish numbers have dropped in the past week to just over 100. Tarpon and Permit numbers have also declined to an average of 10 for the week ending Sunday.

Fishing photo of the week:

An avid tarpon angler, Stephen was pretty happy to land his personal best Belize tarpon when fishing with Capt. Cesar. Big tail on that one!

BELIZE FISHING REPORT

AUGUST 14, 2022 THROUGH AUGUST 21, 2022

Weather Conditions: Partly sunny conditions persist with steady temperatures. Wind conditions from the East have been blowing steady at 15 -20 mph and gusting to 25+. Light and moderate choppy seas with inshore waves at 1 to 2 ft.

Winds: E and NE 15 - 20 mph. Gusting to 10+ Mph

Air Temperature: Ranging from high 80s in the evening to mid to high 80s during the day in the coastal zone.

Sunrise: 5:32 am Sunset: 6:25 pm

Moonphase: Waning Present 19.6% moving to a new moon 27 Aug.

WHAT GUESTS WERE CATCHING:

BONEFISH (Macabi): Good numbers of Bonefish (90 +) were landed averaging 2/3 lbs larger bones 3/5 lbs in the lagoons.

PERMIT (Palometta): Nine this week.

TARPON (Sabalo): Six Tarpon landed.

FLIES THAT WORKED

FOR BONEFISH - Christmas Island Specials in gold, pearl and pink sizes and Crazy Charlies in pink and orange. Sizes 4, 6 & 8.

FOR PERMIT - Mantis shrimp, Casa Blanca Raghead w Yellow Eyes, Bauer, Merkin, Alphlexo and Strong Arm Crabs. Sizes 4 & 6.

FOR TARPON - White Tarpon bunnies, chartreuse and black-purple Tarpon Toads in sizes 2/0 and 3/0.

Week in Review:

Partly cloudy / partly sunny conditions with calming winds and improving seas follow the recent Tropical Depression. Winds continue shift regularly from the East to North East at less than 15 mph. Periodic intermittent showers pop up during the day but don't hamper fishing. Bonefish Permit and Tarpon numbers have decreased over last week ending Sunday.

Fishing photo of the week:

A memorable moment on the water last week while fishing with Indalecio.