August 26, 2023 – 1 Marlin Released – 60′ Bertram Blue Sea – Cabo Fishing Report
Justin, Chris, Barrett, Kris, JR, Emery, Patrick and Judd, with the group primarily from the Tulsa, Oklahoma area, joined Blue Sky Cabo Fishing Charter and Tours on August 26, 2023, for a six-hour Cabo fishing charter aboard Blue Sea, our 60′ Bertram sportfishing yacht. With Captain Alex at the helm, the group departed F Dock at IGY Marina at 7:00 AM, fishing the warm late-summer waters off Cabo San Lucas and finishing their offshore adventure with one marlin caught and successfully released.
Cabo Fishing Report – FISHING DATA SNAPSHOT
| Charter Details | August 26, 2023 | Cabo Conditions | Reading |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boat | 60′ Bertram Blue Sea | Water Temp | Approx. 85–87°F |
| Captain | Alex | Air Temp | Approx. 82–89°F |
| Catch | 1 Marlin Released | Wind | Approx. 8–16 mph |
| Charter | 6 Hours | Swell | Approx. 3–5 ft |
| Departure | 7:00 AM | Moon | Waxing Gibbous, 79% |
| Dredge System | Yes | Sunrise | Approx. 6:00 AM |
85–87°F WATER | 82–89°F AIR | 3–5 FT SWELL | 79% MOON
Warm Pacific water dominated the Cabo San Lucas fishing conditions during this late-August charter. Captain Alex began the morning in lighter wind before conditions gradually strengthened toward midday. With water temperatures holding in the mid-80s, the crew had the type of summer environment capable of attracting marlin and other major Cabo pelagic species.
Cabo Charter Fishing Strategy for August Marlin
August is an important month for anglers researching marlin fishing in Cabo San Lucas, and Blue Sky Cabo approaches these summer charters with a combination of local knowledge, professional equipment and an experienced offshore crew.
Aboard the 60′ Bertram Blue Sea, Captain Alex had the ability to search productive water while the crew concentrated on maintaining the trolling presentation.
This charter also included the Blue Sky Cabo dredge system.
The dredge creates additional underwater movement behind the yacht, helping simulate concentrated bait activity and providing another method for attracting curious billfish toward the trolling spread. It is one of several techniques the crew can deploy depending on species, water conditions and the behavior of fish encountered during the charter.
Throughout the morning, Captain Alex and the crew watched for:
- Birds and concentrations of offshore bait
- Current edges and changes in water color
- Surface activity around productive warm water
- Marlin approaching the dredge, teasers or trolling spread
The advantage of an experienced Cabo fishing crew becomes particularly apparent when one of those signs develops into a real opportunity.
Fishing Yacht Cabo Experience Aboard Blue Sea
The 60′ Bertram Blue Sea gives larger groups considerably more room than a traditional smaller sportfishing boat while remaining a serious offshore fishing platform.
That combination was particularly useful for Justin’s group.
Eight guest names were associated with the charter, making space, organization and crew coordination an important part of the day’s experience. While guests could enjoy the ride offshore, Captain Alex and the Blue Sky Cabo crew remained focused on finding productive water.
For Blue Sky Cabo, the value of a charter is built around much more than the final fish count.
Boat preparation, quality tackle, experienced crew members, fishing licenses, local knowledge and the ability to adapt throughout the day all contribute to giving anglers a stronger opportunity once the boat leaves Cabo San Lucas Marina.
That preparation mattered when a marlin entered the picture.
The pace aboard Blue Sea changed immediately as the crew transitioned from searching to managing a live billfish opportunity.
The fish was hooked, fought and ultimately brought alongside before being successfully released back into the Pacific.
Cabo Fishing Charter Crew Makes the Difference
Marlin fishing frequently rewards preparation and patience.
A crew may search miles of offshore water before getting one important opportunity. When that opportunity arrives, there is little room for hesitation.
Captain Alex’s role was to position and maneuver the 60′ Bertram while the cockpit crew handled the fishing spread and assisted the anglers. Successful teamwork between the bridge and cockpit can make the difference between simply seeing a marlin and converting that encounter into a completed catch and release.
This time, the team converted.
One marlin caught. One marlin released. A 100% billfish release rate.
Blue Sky Cabo maintains a release policy for marlin, helping protect the billfish that have made Cabo San Lucas one of the world’s recognized sportfishing destinations.
For guests searching for a Cabo marlin fishing charter, that conservation component is an important part of the experience. The excitement comes from locating the fish, watching it enter the spread, completing the fight and then seeing it swim away.
Fishing Yacht Cabo Service Beyond the Catch
One of the differences between simply renting a boat and booking a professionally managed Cabo fishing charter is everything happening behind the scenes.
Blue Sky Cabo Fishing Charter and Tours operates from F Dock at IGY Marina in Cabo San Lucas, with fishing licenses included and boats prepared before guests arrive.
The August 26 charter also demonstrates how individual booking details help shape each fishing experience.
This was a six-hour charter, giving Captain Alex a defined offshore window from 7:00 AM until 1:00 PM. The group selected the 60′ Blue Sea and added the dredge system, allowing the crew to incorporate another proven fish-attracting presentation into the day’s trolling strategy.
Rather than following exactly the same plan on every trip, the crew can respond to the conditions encountered that morning.
That flexibility is particularly important around Cabo, where currents, bait concentrations, water temperature and fishing activity can change from one area to another.
Cabo Charter Fishing Results With Blue Sky Cabo
For Justin, Chris, Barrett, Kris, JR, Emery, Patrick and Judd, the defining moment of their August fishing charter was the appearance of a marlin in the warm offshore waters outside Cabo San Lucas.
It was one fish, but it was the fish capable of defining an entire day.
The combination of Captain Alex, the Blue Sky Cabo crew, the 60′ Bertram Blue Sea and the dredge-equipped trolling program helped turn an offshore search into a successful billfish encounter.
For anglers researching Cabo fishing reports, Cabo fishing charters, August marlin fishing or luxury sportfishing yachts in Cabo San Lucas, this trip reflects what Blue Sky Cabo is designed to provide: a professionally prepared boat, experienced crew, quality fishing equipment and a team committed to making the most of every opportunity encountered offshore.
The August 26 result was a memorable one — a marlin caught and released aboard the 60′ Bertram Blue Sea with Captain Alex and Blue Sky Cabo Fishing Charter and Tours.
Blue Sky Cabo Fishing and Tours
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F Dock, IGY Marina, Cabo San Lucas, B.C.S., Mexico
