A pleasant, mellow day of travel in agreeable weather that featured a few bumps and rolls to remind us that we were crossing a vast stretch of open ocean. Otherwise the time was passed in high spirits as anglers reminisced and shared perspectives about the incredible fishing enjoyed during this adventure, and what more future Revillagigedo tagging projects will bring.

On that note I want to encourage any and all anglers considering a Revillagigedo tagging voyage to call sooner than later as we presently hold a permit to continue the project through 2011. The future of the project beyond that is subject to the goals and satisfaction of the directors of the Inter-American Tropical Tuna Commission and Mexico's Instituto Nacional de Pesca. Thus far the project, and Royal Star, have received the full support of both organizations, but the vast agenda of both may require they shift the focus of their efforts to other areas. At this point we do plan to seek permission to continue the project beyond 2011, but past next year we can not be certain that the incredible opportunity to access the entire Revillagigedo marine biosphere inside the protected, six mile buffer zone will exist. At present both scheduled 2011 Revillagigedo tagging voyages have limited availability. I want to make certain that the many anglers who have expressed the desire to join us on one of these amazing adventures has the opportunity to reserve space. So, if you are interested please give Tracy a call as soon as possible.

We arrive in Cabo San Lucas tomorrow where this remarkable group of visionary anglers will disembark and begin the long wait until their next Revillagigedo voyage in 2011. We will continue heading up the line in what appears will be an unpleasant experience crashing and banging our way northward against prevailing wind and seas. In the meantime daily reports and photos will continue as we have plenty more to share.

Today's photo features another extraordinary angler from Thailand from whom I learned plenty about the ability of the Shimano "Stella's" to handle yellowfin tuna in the 100 pound class. A consummate fisherman, angler Sakda Chittasenee, known to us as "Stan", was at the rail every day from dawn until dusk enjoying every aspect of the fishing these incredible voyages offer. In the category of hardcore fisherman, I have never experienced anyone who surpasses Stan's ability, enthusiasm, and passion for this sport. In addition, like all the anglers who joined us this voyage from Thailand, Stan is an incredibly gracious individual expressing his gratitude and appreciation for this amazing fishery at every opportunity. I am looking forward to the opportunity to share the deck with Stan again on future Royal Star Revillagigedo tagging adventures.
From the entire Royal Star crew we want to express our most sincere thanks to Stan for making the long journey to participate in this one of a kind opportunity.

Tim

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