Capt Art’s Blog

You know her from BD Outdoors and the CCA, Tonie Bangos will join Searcher on our Three-Day Lady Angler Trip, 8/19/2024 – 8/22/2024. Sponsored by Turner’s Outdoorsman, Izorline, and Seeker Rods!

Whether you’re a seasoned angler or a newbie to the sport, this trip promises endless excitement and camaraderie! From the thrill of the catch to the breathtaking views of the open sea, each moment will be one for the books.
We have a few spots open!

For inquiries and bookings, please contact us at 619-226-2403 or visit Searcher Sportfishing.

Make sure to check out BD Outdoors and CCA for the up-to-date fishing reports, videos, and upcoming events!

Need fishing gear? Check out Turner’s Outdoorsman, Izorline, and Seeker Rods websites.

Come on down to “Day at the Docks” on San Diego Bay, at the sportfishing landings. It’s a waterfront festival with fun for the whole family. Team Searcher will be there to talk to anglers and get you booked on a fishing trip.

There’ll be tackle pros to talk with, music, cooking demos, contests, raffles, boat rides, and fun at the waterfront!

Sunday, April 7 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Bluefin Fever Hits San Diego Waters!

Boats from the San Diego fleet have set their sights on bluefin tuna, with impressive catches weighing in between 90 to 130 pounds. These fish are making waves in the northern Baja fishing zones, signaling it’s time to gear up for some serious angling!

Thanks to the Sportfishing Association of California (SAC), their spotter plane has been scouting the northern Baja areas, spotting multiple schools of bluefin. Stay tuned for more detailed reports from these aerial surveys following the next weather window.

With most action happening at night, it’s essential to prep your terminal tackle accordingly. Check out our videos showcasing the necessary gear and tackle to optimize your nighttime fishing experience.

A few daytime bluefin were caught on the kite and the boat you are on will inform you of those options.

Trips to target bluefin have been in 1.5 day and 3-day trips out of Fisherman’s Landing and other San Diego landings. Our tackle experts tell us to have 400–500-gram lures and The Midnight Rider lures on hand as the recent bluefin catches have had success with those.

Nighttime Bluefin Terminal Tackle Ideas

Choosing Rods & Reels for Targeting Big Bluefin

The Midnight Rider lures are sold exclusively at Fishermans Landing Tackle Shop including the glow-in-the-dark models shown here! Be sure to pick one up before your next bluefin trip.

Haven’t booked that 2024 fishing trip yet? We have you covered! Find a spot at the rail on one of these open trips:

Trip #5 Memorial Day Special May 24-27 (3 day)

Trip #8 Limited load Jun 4-7 (2.5 day)

Trip #24 Turners and Izorline-sponsored Jul 27-Aug 4 (8 day)

Trip #30 Lady Angler Aug 19-22 (3 day)

Trip #41 Limited-load Sep 19-22 (3 day) ONE OPENING!

Trip #45 Ultra-limited load Oct 5-12 (7 day)

Trip #46 Ultra-limited load Oct 12-19  (7 day) ONE OPENING!

Trip #48 Ultra-limited load Oct 27-Nov 4  (8 day)

Trip #49 Limited-load Nov 4-12 (8 day)

Heads-up anglers!
Searcher is thrilled to announce that we now have WiFi onboard our boat! Stay connected and capture every moment!

Haven’t booked that 2024 fishing trip yet? We have you covered!

Memorial Day Special (3 day)

Offshore (2.5 day limited load)

Lady Angler (3 day)

Tempted by a spring 2.5 or 3 day?

Memorial Day Weekend

Spring Weekend Limited Load

Fall 1.5-day to target tuna/yellowtail!

Turner’s Outdoorsman Sponsored

Let’s Talk Hook up/Gamakatsu Hook Sponsored

Summer fishing fun for Ladies!

Lady Angler Searcher Special

The crew at Al Larson Boat Shop did a fantastic job painting Searcher’s hull. Just one more step in the 2023-24 maintenance and upgrades.

Next step: get her name back on the bow and stern!