This page provides information about the latest news in Asuncion, road conditions, weather,  fishing reports, events and interesting anecdotes on the area.  

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          SUMMER FINALLY KICKS IN                           

Sea lion cruises are becoming very popular as it is something the whole family enjoys. Asuncion Island is only a 5 minute boat ride from town where there are thousands of playful sea lions, seals and sea birds...great for photography! The juveniles love it when you get in the water with them.

Here is a little slide show of Lionel and his family's adventure at the island.

 http://s385.photobucket.com/albums/oo295/blowhole1/?albumview=slideshow

The water temps have finally warmed up bringing the fish inshore and making it possible to swim, boogie board & surf again. The kids are out of school and campers have started to arrive to enjoy the cool pacific breezes while the rest of baja swelters in the heat. Summer expat residents are arriving...many from the gulf side of Baja to escape the heat. The kids are out in the surf everyday getting in shape for this years annual Surf Competition which will be held on Saturday Aug. 7th. It is a super fun event with lots of catagories followed by a dance that evening with a live band. Everyone is welcome to participate!

This year's Traditional Fiestas will be held Aug. 13-16th...events include beach sports, fishing tournament, car, motorcyle and horse races, rodeo, midway, food booths, and dances every night featuring live bands. It is a fun filled few days so drop by if you are in the neighbourhood!

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LOOKING FORWARD TO SUMMER 

May is our least favorite month here on the central pacific coast as it blows hard nearly every day. Luckily June brings better weather! There are schools of yellowtail just offshore and the halibut are moving into the beaches for shore fishing. Abalone fishermen have been battling the winds and high swells but should finish up this month. The village is a flurry of activity with many building projects on the go. The highway crews are working hard to finish paving the road into Asuncion by the end of July.

 

        NEW PROJECT FOR CAMPO SIRENA

We are happy to announce a new project underway in Campo Sirena. Sirenita and her partner Adrian are in the process of remodelling this old deposito into a seafood stand to be called "The Tide Pool".

It will be a terrific addition to the Camp and the plan is to have the grand opening for the Fiestas in mid August.

Adrian is a super chef and they will be serving fish and shrimp tacos, sushi, sashimi, seafood cocktails, lobster burritos, and will also cook up your catch how you want it. They will also feature fresh juices and use healthy ingredients in their food. You can bet the specials will be deliciosos! 

      APRIL WIND AND SWELLS ABOUND 

It has been a mixed bag for weather this month but mostly windy with big swells. Juan has been abalone fishing all month but has been able to get out sportfishing with a few clients. Due to warmer sea conditions, there are still some yellowtail here which is very rare for this time of year. Here are a few of this month's catches.

the bass fishing was excellent too

Luckily, the weather got real nice the first few days of May and Juan and I got our limit of boca dulce in no time at our secret beach...a fish on every cast!! doesnt get any better than THAT!!

       NEW RESTAURANT IS SWEET!!!

Loncheria Mari just opened in Asuncion..its wonderful to see new businesses opening and having more choices of places to go. It is located across the street from the coop on the main street...it is very clean and the owner is extremely attentive and loves feedback. The hamburgers are awesome as is the pate made of local lapas that taste like abalone! They also serve beer and seafood ina very friendly atmosphere with excellent service.

MARCH COMES IN LIKE A LION..out like a lamb 

It has been a wild weather ride so far this month with large swells, much to the delight of the surfers. It's been variable with some chilly, windy days and some gorgeous calm, hot days. Lobster fishing has closed and abalone season starts mid march...yumm yumm.

The last couple weeks of March has been like summer with temps in the 80's...great beach weather and even the ocean temps warmed a bit. The wildflowers are everywhere and smell divine!!

We were surprised when a couple anglers caught some nice yellowtail and a big bonita off San Roque Island...it's really late for yellowtail...sure enjoyed the sashimi though!

 Most of the snow birds have flown the coop now and will be sadly missed. We are so proud how many of the folks who have settled here have fit in nicely to the community. We hosted a despedida (going away party) for Nancy & David Pridham of Galeria Bahia. Nancy has been closing the cultural gap with her accordian music. She is learning all the popular mexican songs and joins local musicians when they play. The accordian phenomenon is spreading and another expat Zoe has also bought one....we look forward to many hours of entertainment.

I am happy to announce that the road construction has begun in earnest to complete the paving last 10 km into Asuncion...slated to be done by August!!!

March is birthday month for Juan & Shari and we enjoyed the celebrations at Galeria Bahia...great food, company and dancing of course! Our Spanish Immersion school group enjoyed learning the cumbia and the party was part of their course.

They camped at San Roque where they hooked up with local families for activities like boogie boarding, beach clean ups, BBQ and games. They took spanish classes to help them communicate with their new amigos. The highlight of their visit was snorkeling with the sealions at Asuncion Island...an experience they will never forget!

We had a terrific BBQ and feast in San Roque with the group and our local family and friends who enjoyed interacting with the students, playing music & dancing.

We have had some fun clients this month...these dirt bikers entertained the kids with their wheelies!

We are so sad to see our canadian amigos who live here half time now heading back north. We will really miss them. But some new folks are starting to build homes this month who will add new spice to the village and some cottage industry businesses.

Our little village is growing at a slow but sure pace. We are very happy with the newcomers and how they have assimilated into the community and contributed to positive growth.

There are still many lots available and we are proud to announce a  new company that will not only find you your dream lot, but can provide all your immigration paperwork and permits as well as help you build your home. Forgotten Coast Enterprises has put together an excellent team of professionals who provide a complete package to help you start living your dream! 

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FEBRUARY FISHING...WHALES...BUILDING!  

We have been enjoying decent weather for fishing and seeing lots of whales passing by now. Juan has been hard at work finishing up our rock room addition to the B&B. It is so cozy and quiet!

 He did take a day off to go fishing with amigos here and they limited out on white fish, calico, bonita and yellowtail. Shore fishing has also been great for halibut and yellowfin croaker.

    There are still lots of yellowtail around till the end of february.

Here are some clients showing off their fish...and me too!!

 January and February is a mixed bag of fantastic summer like weather and cool, windy days aand this year...even some rain squalls which have made for fantastic wave watching out here at the Blowhole. Surfers have been delighted with the consistent big swells this month. No problems with the roads anywhere in this area.

Here are some photos of this crazy weather.

We had the pleasure of entertaining the San Francisco chapter of the Flying Doctors for a few days as they held their free clinic here as well as another fly in group who enjoyed the fishing and nature tour to the island.

My family gave me a new camera which I have been having such fun trying out. here is a link to some ocean critter photos I took last week when we went out on a family fishing/nature cruise trip...so much going on, whales, dolphins, fishing!!!

http://s385.photobucket.com/albums/oo295/blowhole1/family%20fishing/?albumview=slideshow

We have been seeing gray whales passing every day now as well as a lot of humpback whales.

Lobster season is in full swing and we have been taking full advantage and eating our fill of them. We took some of our visitors to Tita & Bimbo's place in San Hipolito for lunch!

We have a new office which at the moment is serving as our sign showing visitors where to turn for Campo Sirena...Nancy Pridham, our resident artist of Galeria Bahia did a great job!

Once again I thank our visitors for a great year and we look forward to meeting new friends in 2010.

    Some of last seasons fish!

 The fish of the week was caught by 84 year old Charlie Silvert who only wanted a dorado (which have been scarce lately). Way to go Chuck!!!

      Town is bustling with visitors much to the delight of the stores, restaurants, beer vendors and locals. Campo Sirena has been very busy and most sportsfishing boats are booked up.

Kayak fishermen have enjoyed  nice calm seas and great fishing. Dennis got dragged around for a half hour with this gorgeous yellowtail he caught in front of Campo Sirena...the biggest fish here so far on a kayak.

Shore fishing has been spectacular as well with lots of halibut, corbina, croakers and even some yellowtail. Here is the Corbina Queen Shelley with one of her many many fish she has caught over the last 2 weeks.

It has been a big week for yellowfin tuna with everyone limiting out quickly on 20-45 poound fish sometimes only 500 meters from shore. Here is Juan's deckhand with a 33 pounder.