There have been a few e-mails about what someone
should bring on a long range trip besides fishing tackle. So with the help of
Tommy Rothery of Polaris Supreme
Sportfishing I have put together list of items you will need when you go
long range fishing.
First off please use Duffel Bags instead of hard
luggage to bring your clothing on board. It is more convenient for storage. When
it comes to what to wear the following are basic guidelines:
- Pants: Bring 1 change per day. Light material
is preferred so they dry quickly.
- Shirts: Bring 1 change per day. If you are sun
sensitive - long sleeves would be in order. Light fabric for quick drying
and coolness in hotter weather.
- Socks: Definitely bring a pair for every day,
plus an extra pair.
- Shorts: For those hot sultry days to keep cool
- Jacket and Sweatshirt: For those cold nights
fishing bait.
- Sneakers: A good arch support helps keep your
feet from getting sore.
- Rubber Boots: Make sure they are soft rubber
and have a good arch support.
- Sandals: For hot days down south.
- Light Rain Gear: Very seldom used but
appreciated when needed.
For protection from the effect of the Baja Sun we
recommend the following:
- Sun Glasses: polarized to cut the glare and
help see into the water, with straps to prevent lose over the side.
- Sunscreen: Sweat-proof, water-proof, broad
spectrum. SPF 20 or higher.
- Hats: Straw or the type with the flaps down
the back, are preferred in hot weather. Otherwise a baseball caps are fine
Do not forget your personal items like:
- Bath towels, shampoo, cream rinse, soap,
razor, toothbrush, toothpaste, etc.
- Camera and Film: For a vivid memory of your
trip. Video recorders are often brought on trips as well. Our TV system is
set up so you can play it back at the end of the day.
- Entertainment: During travel time it's nice to
have books and magazines to read. You can also bring VHS tapes and Walkman
cassette players.
- Writing Material: Notebook, stationary, pens
and pencils for making notes on what to bring next trip or keeping a log of
the trip.
- Cocktail Mixes: We carry hard liquor sea
stores on board but no mixes or cigarettes. Remember our indoor areas are
non-smoking.
Other items you may want to consider bringing
with you are:
- Seasick Medicine: Check with your doctor for
preferred type. (scapolimine, bonamine, merrizine, wristbands, etc.)
- Knee Pads: Come in handy when fighting large
tuna.
- Rubber gloves: For handling your fish at the
end of the trip.
- Passport for the customs officials when taking trips to the
Revilla Gigeddos Islands and Cabo San Lucas.