A trip to the Abacos this November should be on your “bucket list” of year-end adventures. There is only one way to describe the offshore scene: HOT! The wahoo season has arrived in earnest. Catches during the month of October have been steady with fish averaging 50 to 60 pounds. Not monsters but definitely keepers. The action will only get better.
Interestingly, we have seen lots of mahi-mahi catches similar to last fall, which is somewhat uncommon. While spring is usually considered blue marlin season, for those who make the run 25 to 30 miles east of The Abacos, the blue marlin bite has been consistent; there is definitely “blue marlin water” well offshore.
While not strong, tuna catches are still being reported. For those who like bottom fishing and deep dropping, both have been fabulous. Grouper, mutton snapper, reds and yellowtail have all been plentiful.
The doldrums of summer are now behind us and the fishing this fall and winter looks like it is going to be great!
FORECAST BY: Kevin Sawyer, Owner Island Boy Tackle & Marine
Located above Jamie’s Place Restaurant
Marsh Harbour, Abaco, Bahamas
Phone: (242) 367-3228