The Boneyard / BlackBone journal
Fishing travel guides, lodge stories and practical field notes. Explore destinations, fishing techniques and the decisions behind your next trip.
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destination guides /
Swains Cay Lodge is on Mangrove Cay, Andros, with access to the Middle and South Bights for bonefishing. This lodge profile covers the fishery, local guides, hospitality and travel planning.
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trip planning /
Fishing-trip timing depends on the species, destination and local conditions. This calendar groups flats, offshore and South American river trips by season as a starting point; confirm the specific fishery…
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the blackbone way /
Leave Only Footprints describes BlackBone’s approach to fishing travel: consider lodge practices, respect local communities and care for the waters being visited. The article explains the questions the team…
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Silver Tide runs fly fishing trips to Scorpion Atoll, also known as Alacranes Reef, in Mexico. This profile introduces the people behind the operation and explains the flats fishery and trip approach.
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Copal Tree Lodge in Punta Gorda, Belize pairs fly fishing for permit, tarpon, bonefish and snook with activities for non-anglers. Couples and families can plan separate daytime experiences and reconnect at…
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destination guides /
Sportfish Galapagos Expeditions offers offshore fishing around the Galápagos for blue and striped marlin. Compare the fishing, boats, lodge experience and travel arrangements before planning a trip.
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the blackbone way /
Booking a fishing lodge directly puts you in touch with that property; using an outfitter adds help comparing trips, preparing gear and coordinating logistics. This article explains BlackBone’s role and the…
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destination guides /
Fanning Island, also called Tabuaeran, is a remote Kiribati flats-fishing destination served by Fanning Huts. This guide covers the local operation, fishing, daily routine and travel connections to discuss…
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destination guides /
A day at Don Joaquin River Lodge combines guided golden dorado fishing on Argentina’s rivers with riverside meals and time at the lodge. This account follows the morning and afternoon fishing sessions,…
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the blackbone way /
BlackBone evaluates fishing lodges and guides by looking at operations, fishing conditions, hospitality and local practices. The process includes questions about guide experience, boats, seasonal timing and…
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destination guides /
Permit fly fishing at No Name Lodge in Puerto Rico centers on sight fishing, accurate casts and patient work with a guide. The lodge’s account describes poling and wading, preparation and why a permit catch…
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destination guides /
Arapaima fishing trips combine heavy tackle, patient presentations and remote Amazon travel. This guide covers several Amazon fisheries; confirm the specific lodge, access, season and itinerary for…
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Sportfishing Mag Bay offers offshore and inshore fishing in Magdalena Bay, Mexico, including striped marlin trips. Compare seasons, fishing styles, tackle and travel details with the operator before…
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trip planning /
Prepare for a destination fishing trip by matching tackle to your target species, packing for the conditions and confirming travel documents and lodge requirements. Use this checklist to organize gear,…
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trip planning /
Planning Bahamas bonefish fly fishing starts with choosing an island, deciding on guided or independent fishing and matching tackle to the flats. This guide covers tides, visibility, fly presentation and…
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Captain Quinton “Q” Destout runs Mangrove Expeditions, specializing in Everglades fly fishing and light tackle sight fishing. Trips focus on shallow-water species including tarpon, snook, redfish and black…
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In this Everglades sheepshead trip report, small dark flies and patient presentations to feeding singles or pairs proved useful. The observations cover water clarity, sun angle and edges to watch while…
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field notes /
Fly fishing uses a weighted fly line to present an artificial fly. Beginners need a matched rod, reel and line, a few appropriate flies and practice with casting and presentation; this guide explains those…
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field notes /
To target redfish, look for suitable shallow-water habitat, consider tides and feeding behavior, and choose bait or lures that match local forage. This guide covers tackle, presentations and current-rule…
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field notes /
On BlackBone’s full-moon flats trip, early starts, smaller flies and careful presentations helped the team adapt to changing fish behavior. These observations describe one Florida outing, with tactics to…
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destination guides /
This Mosquito Lagoon trip report follows tailing redfish at first light and black drum on the flats. Small shrimp patterns and adjustments to depth and presentation were central to the day’s fishing.
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trip reports /
Florida night tarpon fishing calls for suitable tackle, deliberate lure presentations and careful fish handling. This guide discusses after-dark locations and techniques, with links to current handling…
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trip reports /
BlackBone’s trip to Pacific Fins in Guatemala included sailfish on fly, offshore fishing and time beyond the boat. The report shares the team’s catches and lessons from pitching flies to Pacific sailfish.
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