February 2, 2024 – 1 Skipjack and 1 Lost Marlin Strike – Cabo Fishing Report
A promising marlin strike and a skipjack catch highlighted a five-hour offshore fishing charter for Lucas, Drake and Holden, the group from Lakeland, Florida, aboard the 35-foot Riviera Blue Water with Captain Oscar of Blue Sky Cabo Fishing Charters.
The group reserved the Blue Water for Friday, February 2, 2024, with a scheduled departure at 6:00 AM and return at 11:00 AM from F Dock at IGY Marina in Cabo San Lucas.
Three guests were identified in the reservation, although the original booking indicated a possible fourth passenger whose participation was not confirmed.
The morning produced one skipjack caught and released, along with a marlin strike that did not result in a landed fish.
The charter also included a Tournament Dredge – Fish Attraction Device.
Although the marlin escaped, the strike provided an exciting offshore encounter and demonstrated how quickly fishing opportunities can develop in Cabo waters.
Cabo Fishing Charter – February 2 Trip Statistics
| Charter Information | Details | Catch Information | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Date | February 2, 2024 | Day | Friday |
| Company | Blue Sky Cabo Fishing Charters | Captain | Oscar |
| Vessel | Blue Water | Boat Model | Riviera |
| Boat Length | 35 Feet | Charter Type | Private Offshore Fishing |
| Guests | 3 Named; Fourth Unconfirmed | Group Location | Lakeland, Florida |
| Departure | 6:00 AM | Scheduled Return | 11:00 AM |
| Charter Duration | 5 Hours | Departure Location | F Dock, IGY Marina |
| Skipjack Caught | 1 | Skipjack Released | 1 |
| Marlin Strikes | 1 | Marlin Landed | 0 |
| Total Fish Landed | 1 | Total Game Fish Landed | 0 |
| Tournament Dredge | Included | Reservation | Paid in Full |
Cabo Sportfishing Catch – A Marlin Strike That Got Away
Marlin fishing is one of the major attractions of Cabo San Lucas, drawing anglers hoping to encounter powerful offshore billfish.
For Lucas, Drake and Holden, the morning aboard Blue Water included a marlin strike, but the fish was lost before it could be landed.
An unsuccessful marlin hookup is still an important part of a fishing report. It confirms that the anglers encountered marlin activity, while distinguishing a strike from a successful catch.
Marlin can escape for several reasons, including a missed hookset, a thrown hook or a broken connection. The precise reason for this lost fish was not documented.
Captain Oscar and his crew continued the group’s fishing program during the five-hour charter.
The confirmed result remained one marlin strike, with no marlin landed.
Cabo Fishing Catch – Skipjack Provides the Landed Fish
The group’s recorded catch was one skipjack.
Skipjack are fast-moving fish that can provide lively action on offshore fishing tackle. They are commonly encountered in waters frequented by larger predatory species.
For this February 2 outing, the skipjack was caught and released.
Blue Sky Cabo follows a release policy for skipjack, bonito, marlin and roosterfish.
Although the skipjack was the only confirmed landed fish, the additional marlin strike gave the morning a second notable fishing event.
The record does not include the skipjack’s weight, precise fishing location or the individual angler responsible for the catch.
Cabo Fishing Charter – Estimated Hookup Times
The following times are illustrative estimates for organizing the trip narrative, not recorded timestamps.
| Estimated Time | Fishing Event |
|---|---|
| 6:00 AM | Scheduled departure from IGY Marina |
| 7:25 AM | Estimated skipjack hookup |
| 7:35 AM | Estimated skipjack release |
| 9:10 AM | Estimated marlin strike |
| 9:15 AM | Estimated marlin lost |
| 11:00 AM | Scheduled return to the marina |
Cabo Sportfishing Charter – Tournament Dredge Equipment
The reservation included a Tournament Dredge – Fish Attraction Device, an offshore fishing system designed to imitate a moving school of baitfish.
The visual presentation can encourage marlin and other predators to investigate activity behind the vessel.
Dredges may be used alongside trolling lures and natural bait presentations as part of a captain’s offshore fishing strategy.
For this charter, the dredge was included in the booking. The available information does not confirm whether the marlin strike resulted directly from its use.
Cabo Fishing Charter – Five Hours Aboard Blue Water
The 35-foot Riviera Blue Water provided the setting for the group’s private morning fishing experience.
The reservation featured:
- Captain Oscar aboard the 35-foot Riviera Blue Water
- Three named guests from Lakeland, Florida
- A five-hour charter scheduled from 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM
- One skipjack caught and released
- One marlin strike, with the fish lost before landing
The charter was paid in full before the scheduled fishing date.
The fishing record does not identify the offshore grounds visited or independently verified weather conditions.
Cabo Fishing Report – Final Charter Results
Friday, February 2, 2024, delivered a skipjack catch and an unsuccessful marlin strike for Lucas, Drake and Holden from Lakeland, Florida, fishing aboard the 35-foot Riviera Blue Water with Captain Oscar.
The skipjack was released, and the marlin escaped before landing.
The five-hour private charter was scheduled to depart IGY Marina at 6:00 AM and return at 11:00 AM.
For guests planning a Cabo fishing trip, this outing illustrates an important part of offshore sportfishing: not every marlin strike becomes a landed fish, but each encounter contributes to the experience.
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F Dock, IGY Marina, Cabo San Lucas, B.C.S., Mexico
Final Charter Summary: February 2, 2024 | 35-Foot Riviera Blue Water | Captain Oscar | 5 Hours | 3 Named Guests | 1 Skipjack Caught and Released | 1 Lost Marlin Strike | 0 Marlin Landed
