Fly Fishing in Belize for the TPST

Nov. SOTM Entry: Belize Permit

James Fletcher, Biologist at the Wild Fish Conservancy, took a recent trip to Belize that paid off.

March SOTM Entry: Corbett Permit

Good friend A.C. deflowering his permit card.  This is a great fish, but the rod snapping 40 lb'r (not landed) was the one that really got his attention.  

March SOTM Entry: Permit

Jake "Mr. Magoo" Haas - Belize.

Illegal Slaughter of Protected Sports Fish

In 2009 the possession of Tarpon, Bonefish and Permit was prohibited in Belize - except in the act of catch and release. And although this has been law for three years now, it seems not everyone got the message.

Disturbing evidence has surfaced with regards to illegal fishing of protected species in the area of Los Salones, Ambergris Caye.

Alyssa Flota of El Pescador and Wil Flack from Tres Pescados Fly Shop indicated that they have repeatedly notified the Fisheries Department – stating that to the best of their knowledge, the boat is a Sarteneja boat selling to the Corozal market – and has apparently been netting in the area over the past two years. Despite reporting to the Fisheries Department and the management of the Hol Chan Marine Reserve on numerous occasions it appears that no action has been taken.

LINK (Via: The San Pedro Sun)

El Pescador Seeks Fishing Manager

Let's see if we can clog the El Pescador email server...

Despite a bleak economy inside and outside the angling industry, a fresh fly-fishing job—located in a tropical paradise no less—is there for the taking.

Call it the best job in the angling world if you’d like because the Fishing Manager and Guest Relations position at El Pescador Lodge on Ambergris Key, Belize offers ample opportunity to take in Central America’s most appealing qualities, clandestine or otherwise.

If you prefer sand and year-round sunny skies to the rat race and winter dregs—and you’re privy to the ways of tarpon, permit and bonefish—you have a leg up on the competition for this key senior management position. But don’t think it’s all about the fish; the ideal candidate is a self-motivator, understands people and, above all else, caters to guest satisfaction.

During copious time off you can wander San Pedro and dine on fresh conch fritters at Caliente’s or cut some rug with locals at Jaguar’s Temple Club. When you’ve had your fill of town chase the big three, which often fin within a double-haul of the lodge.

In addition to a great lifestyle, the Fishing Manager receives free meals and a private flat to live in. The position offers unique professional challenges, a competitive salary, paid vacation, and the potential to take unpaid summer leave so you can tap into the northern fly-fishing scene.

For more information, including a full job description and application details, visit www.elpescador.com