2/28/13

And the good news is good. All in our control is in order as we officially depart for the ultimate giant yellowfin
tuna destination of Clipperton atoll. From an adventure perspective a voyage to Clipperton stands alone; fishing on
the edge, far beyond the standard circut. The potential reward - to experience a piece of the planet, a miniscule
fraction, virtually unchaged by humankind, is something in itself. But the potential to expereince a caliber of
yellowfin tuna fishing indescribable, far beyond conventional notion, is the ultimate draw.

What a voyage to Clipperton offers is unavailable anywhere else. It is unique to the extreme. Extreme is actually
the best overall depiction of events normal to that island. From the scenery to the multitudes of life surrounding
and residing upon the island there is nothing to compare within our reach.

As such we sally forth well prepared while cautiously optimistic. Fishing of course is fishing, wherever one goes.
First thing we'll be easing our way to the island breaking up the ride along the way. On schedule we should arrive
sometime during the morning hours of the 4th. Meanwhile we have plenty of rigging, preparation, and fishing to
attend to. The adventure begins; and with it, fish gods willing, will be a bounty of good news.

Tim Ekstrom