As the year drew to a close, a group of avid fishermen spent their final day of 2022 casting their lines into the open waters – and they certainly ended the year on a high note.
In their fishing report for December 31st, the team chronicled a remarkably productive half-day outing that yielded an impressive array of marine life, including several highly sought-after species.
The day began with the anglers reeling in a number of cigar minnows, a small but valuable baitfish that would serve as the foundation for their subsequent catches.
“We started off the day landing a number of cigar minnows,” the report stated. “These lively little swimmers are the perfect way to get the fishing going.”
Armed with their live bait, the fishermen then anchored their boat and unfurled their kites, a technique used to suspend baits higher in the water column and attract pelagic predators.
And it wasn’t long before their efforts paid off, as the report detailed the capture of several impressive game fish.
“After setting the kites, we were able to land a few nice king mackerel, a whole school of bonito, and even a tasty blackfin tuna,” the anglers wrote. “The tuna in particular was a welcome addition to our haul – we’ll be enjoying some delicious sushi tonight!”
The weather conditions, while not ideal, also contributed to the successful outing. The report noted that the winds were blowing from the east at around 16 knots, creating swells between 2-3 feet high.
“The breezy conditions made for some challenging casting, but we managed to power through and come away with an amazing assortment of fish,” the anglers commented.
As the sun began to set on the final day of the year, the fishermen no doubt felt a sense of accomplishment and gratitude for the plentiful catches that had graced their lines.
From the scrappy cigar minnows to the magnificent blackfin tuna, this New Year’s Eve fishing expedition had truly delivered a diverse and delectable haul – the perfect way to bid farewell to 2022 and welcome in the new year.
With their coolers brimming with fresh seafood, the anglers can now look forward to ringing in 2023 with a celebratory feast, reflecting on the exceptional final day of fishing that capped off their year on the water.
