Fish Report for 7-27-2006

Royal Star Fish Report

7-27-2006
Royal Star

Tough day for us here at Guadalupe with less than optimum weather conditions to work with due to the tropical storm that is below us. We did manage to scratch 20 tuna from 50-60lbs out of a few short flurries so at least we got a sample. I'm sure it will go on the bite when conditions straighten back out as we saw plenty of fish. We are running back up tonight to finish the trip tomorrow in the offshore grounds.


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