Jun 13
The previous day provided probably the finest triggerfish that anyone has ever experienced, along with the great find of actually seeing and catching bonefish on the flats. Today was our last full day, and as with most trips, it seems as soon as you start to figure stuff out, it is time to go home. …
Jun 07
The Nubian Flats begin to deliver the goods: After a hugely successful day on the flats the previous day, where everyone had a mixture of shots at bluefin, triggers, GTs, bohar, grouper, the anticipation for today was on a knife edge. Normally when you get to day 4 of a trip, the legs are tired …
Jun 04
Up until this point we had experienced a few frustrating days, where we were seeing the unbelievable potential of these pristine flats, but weren’t connecting with the fish we were seeing. Well today things changed, the unseasonal windy conditions died down and waking up to a glassy ocean, everyone on the boat could feel that …
May 28
Heading north, the next two days were plagued by highs and lows as we continued to try get our heads around the vast areas of flats. These two days were both exciting and frustrating. The potential of the place was finally setting in, but at the same time we had bad luck with missed opportunities …
May 24
As can be expected, once we boarded our live aboard boat the anticipation to get onto a gin clear flat was through the roof. The first evening was spent in port, with a great walk around the local street markets enjoying local teas, and even some quality ice-cream. It was early to bed to ensure …
May 23
We have just returned from a trip that can only be described as ground breaking in the circles of fly fishing. To avoid beating around the bush, we have just spent a week exploring the possibilities of developing a tropical flats fly fishing destination along the Sudan Coast in the Red Sea. We have dubbed …
May 06
The next in the series of video clips that Mark is editing to show the highlights of each week.
Apr 30
Sadly I have come to the realization that my Gabon season has come to an end. Lots of excitement of course to head back home but a big part inside of me has really fallen in love with this country… but anyways, on to the fishing! This week I hosted a group of 5 people …
Apr 25
Good morning from a very hot and humid Gamba Airport. The guys are about to take off for Libreville and I’m sipping on a local java blend! Yes in the heat, but remember, I’m a local now plus this coffee tastes amazing. I can’t believe I’m about to go into the last week of …
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