December 24, 2023 – 3 Marlin Released – Cabo Fishing Report
60 Foot Bertram – Blue Sea – Captain Alex
Christmas Eve brought an exceptional billfish experience for Paul, Garret, Curtiss, Martha, James and Johnny, a family group visiting Cabo San Lucas from the Houston, Texas, area.
The six guests booked a private six-hour fishing charter with Blue Sky Cabo Fishing Charter and Tours aboard the impressive 60-foot Bertram Blue Sea, captained by Alex.
Their December 24, 2023, excursion was scheduled to depart F Dock at IGY Marina at 6:15 AM, with a return planned for 12:15 PM.
The day’s documented result was three marlin caught and released, giving the group a successful Christmas Eve fishing experience while supporting responsible billfish conservation.
The reservation also included a dredge option, specialized offshore equipment commonly used to attract marlin and other predatory game fish.
For a family spending the Christmas holidays in southern Baja California, the charter offered an opportunity to experience one of Cabo’s most celebrated offshore species aboard a spacious private sportfishing yacht.
Cabo Fishing Report – FISHING DATA SNAPSHOT
Date: December 24, 2023 | Day: Sunday
Boat: 60 Foot Bertram Blue Sea | Captain: Alex
Charter Duration: 6 Hours | Passengers: 6 Listed
Guests: Paul, Garret, Curtiss, Martha, James, Johnny | Guest Home Town: Houston, Texas area
Departure: 6:15 AM | Scheduled Return: 12:15 PM
Marlin Caught: 3 | Marlin Released: 3
Total Catch: 3 | Release Rate: 100%
Dredge Option: Included | Departure Dock: F Dock
Marina: IGY Cabo San Lucas | Charter Type: Private Family Fishing
Primary Species: Marlin | Fishing Region: Cabo San Lucas
Cabo Fishing Charter – Christmas Eve Marlin Action
December is an important month for billfish fishing around Cabo San Lucas.
Seasonal ocean conditions influence baitfish movements and the distribution of offshore predators throughout southern Baja California.
Marlin are among the most sought-after game fish in these waters, attracting anglers from across North America.
For the six guests aboard the Blue Sea, the morning produced three documented marlin encounters.
The original booking does not identify the exact marlin species, individual fish sizes or specific fishing grounds.
Those details remain unspecified.
What is confirmed is that all three marlin were released.
This result highlights both the offshore fishing opportunities available during December and the importance of conservation-minded recreational fishing.
Cabo Fishing Report – Why Marlin Make Cabo Famous
Marlin have played a major role in establishing Cabo San Lucas as an internationally recognized sportfishing destination.
Their powerful swimming ability, endurance and spectacular fighting characteristics make them highly respected among recreational anglers.
December is commonly associated with striped marlin activity around southern Baja California, although other marlin species may also be encountered.
The historical Christmas Eve record identifies the catch simply as marlin.
Marlin pursue schooling baitfish and other marine prey, responding to changing ocean conditions and food availability.
For anglers visiting Cabo, encountering multiple marlin during one charter can become a defining vacation experience.
Blue Sky Cabo follows an established catch-and-release policy for marlin, helping protect the billfish resource that supports the region’s recreational fishing industry.
Cabo Fishing Yacht – Captain Alex and the 60 Foot Bertram
The 60-foot Bertram Blue Sea is one of the larger sportfishing yachts in the Blue Sky Cabo fleet.
Captain Alex was assigned to the vessel for this December 2023 charter.
For a group of six, a larger private yacht offers generous space for spending time together while enjoying an offshore fishing excursion.
The Blue Sea operates from F Dock, IGY Marina, Cabo San Lucas.
The six-hour schedule provided a substantial morning fishing window while allowing the group to return before the afternoon Christmas Eve activities.
Private yacht charters are particularly appealing to families and groups who want an exclusive experience rather than sharing a fishing boat with unrelated passengers.
Cabo Fishing Charter – Specialized Dredge Equipment
The Christmas Eve reservation included a dredge option.
A fishing dredge is designed to imitate a school of baitfish beneath the surface, creating a visual attraction for offshore predators.
These systems are commonly used in billfish trolling programs and may incorporate artificial fish or other reflective attractors.
Dredges can be particularly useful when targeting marlin, which frequently pursue concentrated groups of prey.
However, the original booking does not confirm whether the dredge was deployed or whether it contributed directly to the recorded catches.
The equipment is therefore identified as part of the reservation without assigning it an unverified role in the fishing result.
Cabo Fishing Report – A Houston Family Christmas Vacation
Martha, Johnny, Paul, James, Curtiss and Garret were the six guests named in the reservation.
The group’s primary telephone area code corresponds to Houston, Texas.
For visitors from the Gulf Coast, Cabo San Lucas offers a different offshore fishing environment, with dramatic desert scenery and access to the Pacific Ocean.
Christmas week is a popular time for families to travel together, and a private fishing yacht provides an opportunity to share an experience beyond the resort.
The early morning departure allowed the family to enjoy offshore fishing while preserving the remainder of Christmas Eve for other activities.
The reservation listed six individual guests, although the initial booking estimate described five to six passengers.
Cabo Fishing Charter – Responsible Billfish Conservation
Responsible fishing is an essential part of maintaining Cabo’s international sportfishing reputation.
Blue Sky Cabo follows a catch-and-release policy for marlin, roosterfish, skipjack and bonito.
Other species, including dorado, yellowfin tuna and wahoo, may be retained when permitted under applicable regulations.
The December 24 charter recorded a complete release of its documented catch.
Releasing marlin supports responsible recreational fishing and helps preserve future opportunities for visiting anglers.
The original booking confirms the release result but does not provide individual fish-handling details.
Cabo Fishing Report – Final Charter Data Summary
Date: December 24, 2023 | Day: Sunday
Boat: 60 Foot Bertram Blue Sea | Captain: Alex
Charter Duration: 6 Hours | Passengers: 6 Listed
Guests: Paul, Garret, Curtiss, Martha, James, Johnny | Guest Home Town: Houston, Texas area
Departure: 6:15 AM | Scheduled Return: 12:15 PM
Marlin Caught: 3 | Marlin Released: 3
Total Catch: 3 | Release Rate: 100%
Dredge Option: Included | Departure Dock: F Dock
Marina: IGY Cabo San Lucas | Charter Type: Private Family Fishing
For Paul, Garret, Curtiss, Martha, James and Johnny, Christmas Eve 2023 delivered a memorable morning aboard the 60-foot Bertram Blue Sea with Captain Alex.
The six-hour private charter produced three marlin, all released, reflecting the exciting billfish opportunities available around Cabo San Lucas during December.
The excursion stands as another example of Blue Sky Cabo Fishing Charter and Tours combining private yacht fishing, experienced captains and responsible marine conservation.
Blue Sky Cabo Fishing and Tours
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Website: Cabo Fishings
F Dock, IGY Marina, Cabo San Lucas, B.C.S., Mexico
