We finally wrapped up our annual boat work and departed on our first trip of the season, the Okuma Reels 16-day. The boat looks amazing and the passengers are beyond fired up to get to the fishing grounds.

We want to thank Okuma Fishing USA for all they do for us every year. Everyone over at Okuma from top to bottom is a pleasure to work with. We are proud and honored to have them as our reel / rod sponsor on the Excel. Also a shout out to the Charter Master Sonny Jones who's done a great job in his role and continues to do whatever he can to make sure the passengers experience a great trip.

We have a few more days of travel before the action begins, as soon as we start getting lines wet, we'll start with the updates.