Some very good new to share for all of those supporting the Revillagigedo tagging project and those considering one of these spectacular voyages to the Revillagigedo Marine Sanctuary in 2010 or 2011. The permit to continue the Revillagigedo project in 2010 - 2011 has been received confirming the continuance of the project for at least two more years. The incredible success of this visionary project is a shining example of what sport fishermen and scientists can achieve by working together toward the common goal of sustainable fisheries management. Especially important is the bond that has been formed between Mexico's fisheries management agencies, Royal Star, and the Sport fishing Association of California as a result of this flagship project. The trust and confidence that has been established goes a long way toward building a positive future in Mexico's fisheries that includes San Diego based sport fishing vessels as a respected, responsible user group.

If you are unfamiliar with the Revillagigedo tagging project I urge you to review our daily fishing reports from February and April 2009 to get a sense of and feel for the fishing and project's success tagging yellowfin tuna and wahoo within the amazing Revillagigedo Island Marine Sanctuary.

Otherwise we will keep you all informed with any news pertaining to the project as this season progresses. Our most sincere gratitude is extended to Dr. Guillermo Compean of the Inter-American Tropical Tuna Commission and Dr. Miguel Cisneros of Mexico's Instituto Nacional de Pesca for their strong support of this project. Without their consistent diplomatic efforts and belief in this significant study of yellowfin tuna and wahoo behavior, movements, and habitat utilization within and beyond the Revillagigedo Marine this project would not continue.

Look for Capt. Sims' report from the local offshore grounds tomorrow.


Tim Ekstrom