Cabo San Lucas Fishing Report – 1 Marlin Caught – October 12, 2026

Blue Sky Cabo – 35′ Riviera Blue Water – Captain Oscar – 1 Marlin Caught and Released

October 12, 2026 – 1 Marlin Released – Cabo Fishing Report

An early morning marlin encounter just three miles offshore gave Mackenzie, Ryan, Weston, and Jack an exciting family fishing experience aboard Blue Sky Cabo’s 35-foot Riviera Blue Water on October 12, 2026. With Captain Oscar leading the eight-hour charter, the family enjoyed a successful outing that included one marlin caught and released, along with a second opportunity when a sailfish struck but escaped.

The family, from the Oklahoma City, Oklahoma area, departed IGY Marina in Cabo San Lucas at 6:00 AM. Their fishing adventure included four prepared lunches, professional fishing equipment, and Blue Sky Cabo’s Tournament Dredge – Fish Attraction Device.

Rather than traveling considerable distances offshore, the crew found productive fishing conditions near Los Arcos, approximately three miles from the coastline.

Cabo Fishing Charter – Family Trip Statistics

 Cabo Fishing Catch – Marlin Hookup at 7:00 AM

The morning’s biggest moment arrived at approximately 7:00 AM, when a marlin struck a Petrolero Squid lure near Los Arcos.

The location was particularly interesting because the hookup occurred only about three miles offshore. Many visitors associate marlin fishing in Cabo San Lucas with extended runs into deep Pacific waters, yet productive opportunities can develop much closer to the marina. Captain Oscar and the crew worked the fish while the family experienced the excitement of a marlin battle. After the successful catch, the marlin was released, completing the charter’s primary fishing achievement.

For Weston, age 11, and Jack, sharing an offshore adventure with Mackenzie and Ryan provided an opportunity to experience Cabo’s sportfishing environment together.

Cabo San Lucas Fishing Report – 1 Marlin Caught – October 12 2026

Cabo Fishing Charter – Second Billfish Opportunity

• The action continued at approximately 7:45 AM when a sailfish struck the same Petrolero Squid lure in the Los Arcos fishing area.
• Although the sailfish hookup did not result in a landed fish, the encounter demonstrated that more than one billfish species was active in the area that morning.
• Two separate billfish opportunities within the first two hours of an eight-hour charter made for an eventful start.
• The crew continued working the fishing grounds, using their experience and equipment to pursue additional opportunities.
• Both encounters occurred close to Cabo San Lucas, illustrating why nearby Pacific fishing grounds remain attractive for families seeking serious sportfishing without lengthy offshore travel.

Cabo Sportfishing Catch – Tournament Dredge Equipment

• One important feature of this charter was the use of Blue Sky Cabo’s Tournament Dredge – Fish Attraction Device.
• A tournament dredge creates the appearance of schooling baitfish beneath the surface. This presentation can attract the attention of predatory game fish, including marlin and sailfish.
• Blue Sky Cabo incorporates specialized offshore equipment into its fishing program, allowing crews to adapt presentations to changing conditions and target species.
• The recorded marlin and sailfish encounters both involved the Petrolero Squid lure. The dredge was part of the charter’s fishing equipment, although the booking record does not establish whether it directly contributed to either hookup.
• The combination of experienced crew members, artificial lures, and specialized fish-attraction equipment provides a comprehensive approach to Cabo sportfishing.

Cabo Fishing Report – Why Family Charters Matter

Fishing aboard a private 35-foot Riviera offers families the opportunity to enjoy the day together without sharing the vessel with unrelated passengers.

For Mackenzie, Ryan, Weston, and Jack, the eight-hour schedule provided time for fishing, lunch, and enjoying the Pacific waters surrounding Cabo San Lucas.

The day’s highlights included:

• One marlin successfully caught and released.
• A second billfish opportunity involving a sailfish.
• Both hookups occurring near Los Arcos.
• Tournament Dredge – Fish Attraction Device onboard.
• A private eight-hour fishing experience for four family members.

The October 12 charter demonstrated that a productive Cabo fishing adventure does not always require traveling far offshore.

Cabo Fishing Charter – October 12 Catch Summary

The Mackenzie family returned to Cabo San Lucas at 2:00 PM following eight hours aboard the 35-foot Riviera Blue Water.

Captain Oscar’s charter finished with one released marlin and one missed sailfish hookup, both involving a Petrolero Squid lure near Los Arcos.

For families considering a private Cabo fishing charter, this trip provides a practical example of combining professional sportfishing with a comfortable shared experience on the Pacific Ocean.

Final Charter Record

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