Posts that share the Tarpon keyword.

First Annual Silver Scales Xcalak Fly Fishing Tournament 2017

Written by Rob Mukai on Aug. 02, 2017

Overview

The first annual Xcalak Silver Scales Fly Fishing Tournament just ended last weekend and despite a relatively short timeline, was well attended and a big success. I have never participated in anything like...

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My Summer Vacation 2017 Part I - Isla Holbox

Written by Rob Mukai on Sep. 22, 2017

Overview

I had to drive our Subaru back to the US to sell so we wouldn’t have to nationalize the car in Mexico when we get our Residente Permanente visas. So I called friend of the Inn, Greg Branin, to see if he was...

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Second Annual Silver Scales Xcalak Fly Fishing Tournament 2018

Written by Rob Mukai on Jul. 30, 2018

Overview

This was the second edition of the Silver Scales Xcalak Fly Fishing Tournament. To see the write up of the first tournament [click...

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10 Pro Tips - Saltwater Fly Fishing from a Panga

Written by Rob Mukai on Dec. 13, 2018

Introduction

For a first-time saltwater angler, or even a more experienced angler, getting up on the front of the panga and having a school of large permit heading toward you is an un-nerving experience. Your fly is...

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La Poza, Big Tarpon and Diving

Written by Rob Mukai on Jun. 08, 2019

This is one of those things. Living here in Xcalak over 4 years I hadn't been to the most famous dive spot here in the Xcalak National Reef Park. La Poza (the Well) dive site, under the right conditions, holds a large...

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Super Grand Slam!

Written by Rob Mukai on Nov. 16, 2019

We have been having some pretty spectacular days here in Xcalak lately. Low or no wind, and mostly bright blue bird skies, calm seas and tons of fish.

A couple of days ago, guest of the Inn Andy, invited me along for a...

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