Hello Anglers!
We couldn’t be more excited to once again be part of the world’s largest sportfishing show, Fred Hall in Long Beach. Captain Ryan will be at our booth (#611) through Sunday to answer all of your questions. If you are at the show, or in the area, stop by and say hi!
We are looking forward to an amazing season in 2017!
San Diego-based Sportfishing Association of CA initiated a collaboration between scientists and recreational anglers.
Tuna caught by you and your fellow recreational anglers now provides resource managers and scientists with valuable data, in addition to gracing the dinner tables of family and friends. These data, collected by the CPFV fleet Captains and crew members, may allow decision-makers at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and California Department of Fish and Wildlife to more effectively manage fisheries in southern California and northern Baja California, Mexico.
Since the 2015 fishing season, Searcher and other CPFVs have been involved in the program which was proposed by the SAC and implemented by Alayna Siddall, SAC’s Director of Science and Communications. The project has Captains and crew members measure tuna (all species) lengths according to a standard protocol and then record them on waterproof data sheets.
These data can be used to determine total take by weight of tuna in the local region (southern California and northern Baja California, Mexico) and help inform future stock assessments. This information is needed in order to estimate the catch in a more accurate way.
SAC provided the crew member training, all equipment, and data sheets. In addition they process the data, along with CEC Research, and make it available to outside entities such as NOAA and California Department of Fish and Wildlife. Team Searcher is 100% supportive of these efforts that will help protect recreational anglers’ fishing interests.
Ryan L., Captains Aaron and Art measure and record sizes of these small yellowfin tuna from a 2016 trip.
“We are happy to participate in data collection and be proactive, as resource managers assess stocks and possibly make changes to bag limits. We hope to see an increase in that limit for bluefin tuna in California due to information this program provides.”
–Captain Art
This project will continue through 2017, and hopefully for several years to come. When catch is loaded off Searcher and placed into carts, and before it makes its way to the fish processor, you might notice our crew measuring and recording the lengths of your tuna. Your fish has the potential to benefit the entire fleet and future generations of anglers…just in case you needed even more incentive to get out fishing!
“What is S.O.N.A.R.* and how do I win it?!”
Fishing is even more fun with a buddy aboard!
Just bring a friend fishing aboard Searcher for the first time and qualify to win big!
https://www.searchersportfishing.com/trips/s-o-n-a-r/
But back to our current winner….Jim Pappas of Largo, Florida, was drawn as our 2016 winner. Congratulations, Jim, and we’ll see you aboard in 2017 for your free trip, using your new rod/reel combo, as selected by Captain Art!
Jim brought his son, Nicklas, on a 4-day trip in early July on their first west-coast trip ever! Jim qualified for the SONAR promotion because he brought Nicklas, a first-time angler to Searcher Sportfishing.
I can’t tell you how thrilled I am to be the Searcher SONAR 2016 winner! My son and I had a fantastic time and created life long fishing memories. Special note of thanks to the Searcher Captain and crew and all the great sponsors! ! We hope to see you all soon for another great offshore trip!
Jim & Niko Pappas
Nicklas and Jim (on right) Pappas were first-timers on Searcher and to west-coast fishing!
Thank you to our generous supporters of SONAR for their departure day thank-you gifts too: Fishermans Landing Tackle Shop, Accurate Fishing Products, Izorline, Braid Products, Fishermans Processing, Owner Hooks, and so many more from our saltwater industry.
Hauled out on Dec 12.
The crew brought Searcher to Al Larson Boat Yard in San Pedro on Sunday night for an early Monday morning arrival for the haul-out on December 12, 2016.
Capt Art reports that the boat’s hull looks good and the work list has begun!
Coast Guard inspection of the hull takes place on Wednesday, December 14.
Here are just a few items that Art, Aaron, Ryan Stahl, Dan and R2 are getting ready for the USCG inspection: intake screens for saltwater pumps, engine cooling system, all thru-hull valves removed for inspection, all bilges pumped dry, and the life rafts are removed for annual inspection.
In addition the hull is power-washed below the waterline and the sonar dome is cleaned.
Freshly painted bow on Dec 20.
Stay tuned for more dry-dock news as the week progresses!
“December, 2016 Projects/Upgrades”
From Searcher in Dry Dock! Al Larson Boat Yard, San Pedro, 2016. Posted by SearcherSportfishing on 12/14/2016 (21 items)
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“The food was unbelievable. I did not expect anywhere near the quality or freshness that the cooks delivered!” – Derek D. July 7, 2016“I think the food was really amazing.” – Dave J. July 13, 2016
Captain Art, Team Searcher, pro-staffer Gary Gillingham and our Searcher anglers are on their way to fish this afternoon to kick off their 4 day adventure!
“Accurate Fishing and Seeker Fishing Rods-sponsored trip aboard SearcherSportfishing”
From Trip 9 (4 day) July 21-25, 2016. Posted by SearcherSportfishing on 7/21/2016 (33 items)
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Both Team Searcher and our group of passengers were READY TO GO today – so we had a very speedy check-in and a quick departure 🙂
Shimano pro-staffer Alex Plambeck arrived early to load fishing gear to share and boxes of swag for our anglers!
Capt Aaron has big plans for tomorrow – stay tuned for reports from the boat!
“Let’s Talk Hook Up and Fish Shimano sponsored trip aboard SearcherSportfishing!”
From Trip 5 (1.5 day) Jul 10-12, 2016. Posted by SearcherSportfishing on 7/11/2016 (38 items)
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The Accurate “Hook and Hand” Program debuted aboard Searcher late last season with the delivery of three outfits assembled to showcase the Boss Extreme BX2 series.
Captain Art Taylor said, “It’s great to have the support of tackle manufacturers like Accurate, Seeker and Izorline who are willing to supply us with quality gear that enhances the experience of anglers aboard Searcher.“
This season, Accurate’s Jack Nilsen and Gary Gillingham arrived for Trip 1 aboard Searcher with three ADDITIONAL outfits featuring the Boss Dauntless TwinDrag reel! This series is the newest in the lineup of Accurate premium reels, which already have performed fantastically for the “Hook and Hand” program!
This top-notch gear has already delivered three times in the hands of our skilled crew and passengers!
Special thanks to Jack Nilsen and Gary Gillingham of Accurate Fishing Products, Seeker Rods and Steve Ichinokuchi of Izorline for the gear!
Check out the Accurate-sponsored trips on the schedule – these will feature added giveaways like the Accurate rod and reel received by jackpot winner Ross Langley on Trip 1!
It’s official! Searcher, her crew and her Trip 2 passengers are on their way to the fishing grounds! Our Izorline-sponsored 4-day trip took off this morning! Izorline pro-staffers Norm and JK Fujimoto brought loads of swag aboard along with spools for 2 free line fill-ups per person during the trip 🙂
The trip kicked off with the entire group wishing Team Searcher crew member Dan C. a very happy birthday! Cake first, fishing is next!
Feel like joining the fun? We have two upcoming guaranteed departure short trips with room! Jul 5-7 and Jul 7-9…..let’s go fishing!
Stay tuned to the blog for trip reports from the field!
“Izorline Fishing Products-sponsored 4 day aboard SearcherSportfishing”
From Trip 2 (4 day) Jun 30-Jul 4, 2016. Posted by SearcherSportfishing on 6/30/2016 (35 items)
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“SearcherSportfishing gets caught wearing XTRATUF boots! #getcaughtwearingbootz”
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