As predicted the big change we have all been waiting for arrived in full force with very good indications of bluefin tuna showing and now biting on the local grounds. Not just a one stop, one boat flash in the pan, numerous boats working the area had good scores of fifty fish or better while everyone else at least saw decent to very good signs of fish. Average size of the local bluefin is 18 - 35# with a few bigger standouts around. Also, a smattering of albacore is in the mix as well as plenty of kelp paddy yellowtail. Combine this with very good weather and more coming in the forecast and the recipie for good fishing and good times offshore is complete. Needless to say we are very excited about the change and are in perfect position to take full advantage with Capt. Brian Sims presently leading a one and one half day that returns tomorrow with what we hope will be very good news. With all the bluefin showing over the past two days my confidence in Brian is high.

In the meantime, following this short trip that arrives tomorrow, Royal Star is in for a couple of nights then departs on another one and one half day on Tuesday the 23rd. If you have been waiting for the sign of local tuna to arrive offshore before you book a trip the time has arrived! We do have availability on the Tuesday through Thursday short trip and this will be the final opportunity of 2009 to fish Royal Star on a one and one half day before we begin our regular schedule on the 27th. Tracy will be in the office and monitoring calls throughout the weekend so give us a call. At present there are about ten spaces available on the Tuesday trip so don' wait too long if you are planning to sign up. We look forward to your call and look for Capt. Sims' report with details of today's fishing tomorrow. Have a fantastic weekend!

Tim Ekstrom