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The
fishing in this region of the Caribbean is outstanding for its diversity
of flats game fish. Although bonefish are the most abundant species, there
is also an impressive population of permit in these waters. The bone fish
average 2 to 5 lbs. The average permit is 10 lbs., but specimens up to
25 lbs. can be encountered at any time. Perhaps the most unique thing
about Ascension Bay is that you have diversity of species in a flats system,
the better part of which provides good, solid wading. This is one of the
few places in the world where you can stalk bonefish and permit on the
same flat while either wading or fishing from a boat!
Fishermen
go out each morning on the lodge's two roomy
23 foot
pongas. These boats are adept at crossing expanses of open water and at
maneuvering anglers into and along the flats. They are specially converted
for flats fishing and have powerful 40-horse outboards to reduce time
spent in getting to the fishing.
Punta
Pelicano's guides are dedicated professionals. Trained by Jan Isley, Francisco
and Benito, have guided for over ten years and know all of Ascension Bay's
prime fishing waters extremely well. Attuned to the movements of the fish,
the guides assure that each day on the water will be a productive, rewarding
experience. Each guide is familiar with the nuances of flyfishing and
will see to it that your skills are given a thorough workout.
On
most days you will depart the depart the lodge's dock and head south across
Ascension Bay. The ride to the flats is about 30 minutes. When you arrive
at the flat, you will usually have the choice of either wading or fishing
from the poled boat.
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