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Fishing the Flats in Bimini Bahamas

Exotic Catfish threatens all endemic fresh waterfish in Cuba

Carnival Freedom

Shoe emerges victorious at the 2015 casa de Campo Blue Marlin Classic

The Atrium at Aventura

Venetian Islands

Bonfire Beach Bash & Tournament announced at Old Bahamas Bay in West End.

Sailfish fishing in South Florida

Presentación de libro “Mis 6 Guerras”

Encounter with the King of Mangle Alto Jardines de la Reina.

Boathouse marine center named and exclusive dealer for southport and bluewater sporfishing boats.

Carnival Freedom’s arrival in Galveston Marked with $100,000 donation to operation homefront and shipboard concert by Martina McBride

Country music superstar Alan Jackson kicks off 25th Aniversary with message for ocean conservation.

“Rentar o Comprar” un dilema o una opción

Guy Harvey spiced rumm makes splash in stores

Wounded veterans find calm waters with seakeeper

Technology

Guy Harvey outport enrolls Captain Billy Black as an Expedition Outfitter to launch sportfishing charters at Old Bahama Bay Resort & Yacht Harbour

Raquel Regalado dirigente del distrito 6 de la Junta Escolar de Miami-Dade trabaja muy activamente

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Sol y Mar Magazine celebra su quinto aniversario con la solidez y experiencia de ser la primera y única revista digital bilingüe (inglés y español), de-dicada al turismo, recreación, hostelería, pesca,

industria marítima y propiedades frente al mar, que la re-ciben a través de internet decenas de miles de personas en diecisiete países de todos los continentes. La mayoría de nuestros lectores son de Estados Unidos de América y, especialmente, del sur de la Florida.Me siento emocionado al mostrar esta edición de Enero-Febrero 2015 con su moderno y renovado diseño gráficoy su nuevo logo, que hacen más atractiva nuestra revista.Yo los invito a contemplar este maravilloso mundo acuáti-co en que vivimos. Nuestra revista la puede encontrar en Face Book, Twitter, Linkedin, Instagram y Issuu.

Sol y Mar Magazine celebrates its fifth anniversary with the strength and experience of being the first and only digital magazine that is bilingual (English and Spanish), dedicated to tourism, restoration,

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FISHING THE FLATS IN BIMINI, BAHAMAS

By Capt. Lace AlleniusTravel & Outdoor Writer

Photos Pat Ford


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T he morning started out very nicely. Absolutely thrilled to be on another fishing mission with Pat Ford, I headed to the airport, and

was greeted by the Rum Bum air crew.Much to my delight, the plane was a

classic! It was an Air Commander 59, comfortable as could be, and an absolute pleasure to experience. I enjoyed this trip immensely. It was a fantastic flight that I very much hope to take again soon.

Upon our arrival at the Bimini Big Game Club, we were greeted warmly with a familiar welcome that Pat Ford has been receiving for many years. I was instantly relaxed in our gorgeous surroundings, and we were excited to drop our bags in our rooms and hit the flats with Bimini’s own, Eagle Eyes Fred.

I must say, it was a beautiful day on the flats. I learned even more about looking for fish by watching Fred’s example, and it was a real treat to be a part of the teamwork that goes into the captain/angler

experience. Pat and Fred have built a solid and strategic method for catching fish on the Bimini flats.

As in every successful relationship, communication is key. I was extremely impressed how Fred and Pat bantered back and forth with the greatest of ease in order to spot, and sight cast for the fish.

Permit is often found scavenging for the hapless crabs that sting rays root out of the shallow sand. Accordingly, when fishing the flats for permit, it’s always a good idea to look for activity around feeding stingrays. Pat and Fred havea method for bonefish as well. It’s important to remain quiet, because bonefish spook easily, and they can be tricky to catch.

Our day ended beautifully, and we were all tired, happy, and pleased to return to the Bimini Big Game Club for a refreshing shower, delicious dinner and wonderful accommodations. As the tropical breeze tousled my hair, I looked out at the stars and thanked my good fortune to be alive.

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PESCANDO EN LOS BAJOS

DE BIMINI, BAHAMAS

Por Capt. Lace AlleniusEscritora de Viajes y Actividades al aire libre

Fotos Pat Ford


L a mañana comenzó muy bien. Absolutamente encantada de estar en otra misión de pesca con Pat Ford, me dirigí

al aeropuerto y fui recibida por el personal de vuelo de Rum Bum.

Para mi alegría, el avión era un clásico! Fue un Air Commander 59, cuyo confort me produjo un placer absoluto. Me gustó mucho este viaje. Fue un vuelo fantástico que esperaba disfrutar desde hacia tiempo.

A nuestra llegada a Bimini Big Game Club, nos dieron una cálida bienvenida en un ambiente familiar, parecida a la que Pat Ford ha venido recibiendo desde hace muchos años. Al instante me relajé al observar los magníficos paisajes naturales de los alrededores. Estuvimos muy contentos de dejar las maletas en nuestras habitaciones y prepararnos para pescar en los bajos de Bimini con Eagle Eyes Fred.


Aprendí algo más acerca de como buscar peces viendo el ejemplo de Fred. Fue un verdadero placer ser parte del experimentado equipo de trabajo que existe entre capitán y pescador. Pat y Fred han elaborado un método sólido y estratégico para la captura de peces en las partes bajas de Bimini.

Como en toda relación exitosa, la comunicación es clave. Me quedé muy impresionada de cómo Fred y Pat bromeaban con facilidad con el fin de detectar visualmente a los peces.

Las palometas se encuentran a menudo rebuscando cangrejos desventurados en la arena poco profunda. Pat y Fred tienen un método para pescar macabies también. Es importante mantener la calma, porque el macabí se asusta fácilmente y puede ser difícil de atrapar.

Nuestro día terminó muy bien, y todos estábamos cansados, felices y contentos de regresar al Bimini Big Game Club para darnos una ducha refrescante y disfrutar de una deliciosa cena y alojamiento maravilloso. Como la brisa tropical me alborotó el cabello, miré a las estrellas y di gracias a mi buena suerte de estar viva.


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T he African Sharptooth Catfish also known as Claria, was introduced in Cuba for aquaculture purposes

approximately 15 years ago. The fish is very hardy and can live in low oxygen as well as polluted waters. This fish was introduced to augment the diets of the Cuban people. As it happens often with exotic species, this fish escaped into the rivers, lakes and dams throughout the island. Today the Claria has become the dominant fish and is threatening all endemic species in the island. During recent trips to Cuba, I had the opportunity to fish in the Hatiguanico River in the Zapata swamp area. I was very upset to see that the Claria are everywhere in the river and in very large numbers. Today it is very difficult to find Biajacas, Cuban Gar Fish and many other endemic species that previously were abundant in this area.

I also traveled to other provinces and found the same problem. Lakes that previously had Largemouth Bass now do not have any.Once an exotic fish gets well established in a new environment, it is impossible to eradicate it. Since in Cuban rivers and lakes the Claria has no natural enemies, it is multiplying rapidly and eliminating many endemic fish.This problem is not exclusive to Cuba. Today we have a grave problem in the Florida Everglades with exotic Python snakes devouring many endemic species. On my travels, I have found the same problem in many other countries. Introducing an exotic animal into a new environment is a very bad idea. We humans are responsible for these problems and it is time that we learn from our mistakes.

By Dr. Martin Aróstegui

EXOTIC CATFISH THREATENS ALL ENDEMIC FRESH WATER

FISH IN CUBA


E l bagre africano de diente afilado también conocido como Claria, se introdujo en Cuba para fines de acuicultura

hace aproximadamente 15 años. El pescado es muy resistente y puede vivir respirando bajos niveles de oxígeno, así como en aguas contaminadas. Este pez fue introducido para aumentar las dietas de la población cubana. Como sucede a menudo con las especies exóticas, este pez se escapó hacia los ríos, lagos y embalses en toda la isla. Hoy la Claria se ha convertido en el pez dominante y está amenazando a todas las especies endémicas de la isla de Cuba.Durante mis recientes viajes a Cuba, tuve la oportunidad de pescar en el río Hatiguanico en el área de la Ciénaga de Zapata. Yo estaba muy molesto al ver que la Claria está en grandes cantidades por todas partes del río. Hoy en día es muy difícil encontrar Biajacas, manjuari y muchas otras especies endémicas que antes eran

abundantes en esta zona. También viajé a otras provincias y encontré el mismo problema. Lagos que anteriormente tenían truchas, ahora no tienen.Una vez que un pez exótico se ha establecida en un nuevo ambiente, es imposible erradicarlo. Dado que en los ríos y lagos cubanos la Claria no tiene enemigos naturales, se multiplican rápidamente y eliminan a muchos peces endémicos.Este problema no es exclusivo de Cuba. Hoy tenemos un grave problema en los Everglades de Florida con serpientes pitón exóticas que devoran muchas especies endémicas. En mis viajes de exploración, he encontrado este mismo problema en muchos otros países.La introducción de un animal exótico en un nuevo entorno no es muy buena idea. Los seres humanos somos responsables de estos problemas y es hora que aprendamos de nuestros errores.

Por Dr. Martin Aróstegui

BAGRE EXÓTICO AMENAZA A TODOS LOS PECES ENDÉMICOS

DE AGUA DULCE EN CUBA


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CARNIVAL SUNSHINE TO OPERATE UNIQUE SCHEDULE

OF TWO- TO 10-DAY VOYAGES FROM NEW YORK

JUNE TO OCTOBER 2016


GROUNDBREAKING FUN SHIP 2.0

EQUIPPED VESSEL ALSO TO OFFER VOYAGES FROM NORFOLK,

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Carnival Sunshine, the first ship to feature all of the line’s spectacular Fun Ship 2.0 dining, bar and

entertainment innovations, will offer a unique schedule from New York in 2016 encompassing 20 voyages departing between June and October 2016.This marks the first time that a Fun Ship 2.0-equipped ship will offer such a diverse itinerary schedule from the Big Apple with options ranging from value-packed two-day cruises to exciting 10-day Caribbean voyages. Carnival Sunshine will also offer a series of sailings from Charleston, S.C., and Norfolk, Va., in summer and fall 2016,


providing exciting new cruise choices in these markets. Following these departures from New York, Charleston and Norfolk, Carnival Sunshine will return to its current homeport of Port Canaveral, Fla., to offer a schedule of five- to eight-day Caribbean voyages from the Space Coast beginning in November 2016.Guests sailing on these voyages can experience all that Carnival Sunshine has to offer, including a stunning three-deck-high Serenity adults-only retreat with its own pool and waterfall. The ship also features one-of-a-kind dining

experiences like JiJi Asian Kitchen, a massive WaterWorks aqua park featuring the longest slide in the fleet, a SportSquare outdoor recreation area with a suspended ropes course, and innovative bar concepts like Havana Bar, all of which were added during a groundbreaking $155 million makeover.“Carnival Sunshine has an extraordinary array of guest features and facilities and will provide consumers and our valued travel agent partners with a wide range of itinerary choices from these highly attractive East Coast homeports,” said Christine Duffy, Carnival’s president.


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SHOE EMERGES VICTORIOUS AT THE 2015 CASA DE CAMPO BLUE MARLIN CLASSICBy Rick Alvarez Photos Richard Gibson

It was the team from Florida aboard the 62’ Spencer Shoe who finished at the top of the leader board on the third and final day of this year’s Casa de Campo International Blue Marlin Classic tournament, taking home a fortune in cash and luxury prizes. Unusually strong currents greeted the tournament fleet on day one as they headed out to the fishing grounds off of Casa de Campo’s luxurious marina.


A t 9:22AM Blue Heaven broke the ice with the tournament’s first blue. That afternoon of the

first day a battle ensued which was to continue until the final minutes of the final day between North Carolina’s Contango and Miami based Betsy with both boats releasing a pair of blue marlin. At lines out Contango held on to take the daily releasing their second blue ahead of Betsy. Day two dawned much the same as the first with currents so strong that many of the boats reported that a number of the local artisanal fleet’s FADs (Floating Aggregate Devices) were being pulled

under the surface by the churning tides and could not be seen while others had disintegrated and scattered.

A new battle broke out this day between Betsy and Shoe, releasing three blues a piece with the latter taking the daily by virtue of bonus points earned for releases registered on 30-pound-test line under tournament rules. Contango remained in the hunt with the release of a blue. That evening everyone feasted at the ‘Fiesta Latina’ in Altos de Chavon to the sounds of salsa and merengue with delicious tapas including Spanish Serrano Pata Negra Ham courtesy of event sponsors Gastropolis, plus


cocktails by Bermudez Rum and Dewar’s 12 Year Old Scotch.

The next day was the Lay-Day in which activities included a Sporting Clays competition when 18 participants tested their shooting skills, and the First Annual CDC Donkey Polo Match where everyone had an awesome time while some contestants fell off their donkeys playing this hilariously grueling sport! In the evening the Play for the Kids Gaming Night was held at the Casa de Campo Yacht Club to generate funds for the tournament’s favorite charity, Hogar del Niño.

Once again that third and final day began the same as the previous two days of fishing while the stage was set for what was to be an exciting down to the wire finish. Shoe immediately proceeded to get things started by releasing the first blue of the day and added a second one in the early afternoon pulling ahead of Betsy due to the 30-pound-test bonus points while Contango gave chase by releasing two blues of their own catching up to the leader but unable to pass them thus moving only into second place based on time at lines out.

Betsy finished third with no fish on the last day. When it was all said and done, the 17 boat tournament fleet had released a very respectable 40 blue marlin in the three days. Shoe’s owner Don Schumacher commented, “Hard work and attention to details

by everyone on the team is what accomplished the win for us”.

My Captain Devin Silas worked very hard to get us on fish and that was the reason for our win”. Additionally, 6 white marlin and 2 spearfish were released and although these did not score points in the tournament, the Blue Marlin Classic was the first leg of the Dominican Triple-Header tournament series and they did count towards series points.

Contango is holding the lead after leg one in the series. In the Individual angler standings Betsy’s owner, Mike Brauser was the tournament’s top angler with five blues earning him the Mustad Silver Hook Trophy. His captain, Tim Popfinger explained, “Great tournament. Mike caught all 5 blue marlin. We would have won if we fished 30 line test, but we chose 50. Our game plan was to catch more fish quickly. The last day we didn’t see anything, so it didn’t turn out exactly as planned. A lot of anxiety that last day. It was tough”.

In second place was Miss Magnolia angler Geno Savers with three blues edging out on time Shoe’s Kenny Krumins who also had three and they too received Mustad Silver Hook trophies. Top Lady Angler was Dominican Patricia Ranik aboard Tomahawk. Dates are already set for next year from April 13th to 17th. Mark your calendars!


SHOE RESULTO VICTORIOSA EN EL CASA DE CAMPO BLUE MARLIN CLASSIC 2015Por Rick AlvarezFotos Richard Gibson

F ue el equipo de la Florida a bordo de la 62’ Spencer Shoe quien terminó en primer lugar en el

marcador en el tercer y último día del Casa de Campo International Blue Marlin Classic de este año, llevándose a casa una fortuna en premios en efectivo y lujosos regalos.

La flota de lanchas de pesca deportiva fue recibida por excepcionalmente fuertes corrientes al dirigirse a la zona de pesca desde la lujosa Marina Casa de Campo el primer día. A las 9:22AM Blue Heaven rompió el hielo al liberar el primer marlín azul del torneo. Esa tarde surgió una batalla que continuó hasta los últimos minutos del tercer y último día del certamen entre la Contango de Carolina del Norte y Betsy basada en Miami, quienes liberaron sendas azules cada una. Al concluir la pesca Contango se ganó el pote del día manteniéndose delante al liberar su segundo azul antes que Betsy.

El segundo día amaneció igual que el primero con corrientes tan fuertes que embarcaciones reportaron que muchas

de las boyas (FADs Floating Aggregate Devices) de la flota artesanal del área se encontraban sumergidas debido a las revueltas mareas y otras se habían desintegrado. Una nueva pelea se desenvolvió ese día esta vez entre Betsy y Shoe cada una liberando tres azules y Shoe ganándose el pote del día gracias a una bonificación en el reglamento por capturas en línea de 30 lbs. Contango se mantuvo en el combate liberando una azul. Esa noche todos disfrutaron al máximo en Altos de Chavón durante la Fiesta Latina al ritmo de salsa y merengue con deliciosas tapas incluyendo Jamón Serrano Pata Negra patrocinado por Gastrópolis y calmaron su sed con la ayuda de Ron Bermúdez y whiskey escocés Dewar’s 12 Años.

El próximo día fue el Día de Descanso con actividades que incluyeron una competencia de tiro de platos deportivos donde compitieron 18 participantes dominada por los dominicanos y la Primera Contienda CDC de Polo en Burro donde varios jinetes cayeron


de sus bestias jugando este comiquísimo y agotante deporte. En la noche se celebró Noche Juegue Por Los Niños en el Yacht Club de la marina para recaudar fondos a favor de la obra benéfica Hogar del Niño. Nuevamente el tercer día de pesca comenzó igual que los otros dos para lo que prometía ser un emocionante final que duraría hasta el último segundo de la jornada. Shoe no demoró en comenzar la acción liberando el primer azul del día y añadiendo un segundo azul temprano en la tarde sacándole ventaja a Betsy debido a la bonificación por pescar

con línea de 30 lbs. mientras que Contango también libero dos azules empatando a Shoe quienes habían liberado su segundo azul antes que ellos pero al no poder rebasarlos quedaron en segundo lugar según el reglamento. Betsy terminó en tercero al no registrar capturas ese último día. Al concluir la competencia la flota de 17 yates de pesca habían liberado un muy respetable total de 40 azules en tres días. Don Shumacher dueño de la Shoe comentó, “Fuerte trabajo y atención a los detalles por todos en el equipo fue los que nos dio la victoria. Mi capitán Devin Silas


trabajó muy duro para colocarnos en donde estaban los peces y esa fue la razón de nuestra victoria”. Adicionalmente se liberaron 6 marlin blancos y 2 peces lanza y aunque estas especies no anotaron puntos en este torneo, como el Blue Marlin Classic fue la primera etapa de la serie Dominican Billfish Triple-Header, estas especies si anotaron puntos para la serie con Contango en posición delantera en la serie después de la primera etapa. La próxima etapa tomará lugar del 9 al 14 de junio durante el Cap Cana Shootout.

En la premiación de pescadores individuales Mike Brauser de la Betsy fue el ganador con 5 azules lo cual le consiguió el Premio Anzuelo de Plata de Mustad. Su capitán Tim Popfinger explicó, “Gran torneo. Mike capturo nuestros 5 azules. Hubiésemos ganado con línea de 30 pero escogimos pescar con 50. Esa era nuestra estrategia para liberar más rápido pero el plan no resultó”. El segundo pescador con mayor capturas fue Geno Savers a bordo de la Miss Magnolia con 3 azules y en tercero también con 3 fue Kenny Krumins de la Shoe y ambos recibieron trofeos Anzuelo de Plata de Mustad. La dama pescadora de mayor puntuación fue la dominicana Patricia Ranik a bordo de la Tomahawk. Ya se han fijado las fechas para el año que viene del 13 al 17 de abril. Anótenlo, esperamos verlos a todos.


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THE ATRIUM AT AVENTURA

EL LUJO CON SABORES TROPICALES


L os urbanizadores de The Atrium at Aventura, un complejo localizado en el corazón de Aventura, Florida, optaron por desarrollar un mundo de maravilla en tres acres y medio de terreno. Visionaron un paisaje con follajes tropicales y paredes

de vidrio. Se imaginaron un ambiente sereno, donde los residentes pudieran experimentar tranquilidad a cada momento rodeados de un ambiente natural dentro de sus casas, y fue precisamente así como crearon The Atrium, dándole vida al sentir y el estilo de vida que este nombre conlleva.

El arquitecto Rhett Roy, con experiencia en paisajes, el arquitecto Jaime Schapiro de la firma Schapiro Associates, y Howard Design Group han conseguido reflejar la sensibilidad ofreciendo un diseño excepcional de estilo innovador. Cada uno de ellos, en su propia disciplina, y con sus propios esfuerzos, ha logrado alcanzar y desarrollar una propiedad fuera de serie, única en su clase.

The Atrium contempla residencias estilo “boutique” que están ubicadas en dos torres de 11 pisos cada una, con 98 residencias por torre y 10 residencias por piso. El atrio principal esta localizado en el centro, entre las dos torres. Los residentes y sus invitados entran por un pasadizo elevado que conecta a las dos torres y se encuentran con una estructura de vidrio de dos pisos y medio coronada por una pirámide de cristal que junto con la puerta principal a las dos torres de 11 pisos residenciales y al exótico y lozano paisaje son el punto central de este proyecto.

Roy utilizó la tierra y los alrededores para poder crear un ambiente íntimo donde los residentes puedan sentirse como si estuvieran en la privacidad de su jardín. The Atrium cuenta con dos piscinas con vistas al muelle, saunas y áreas para barbacoa. Para mayor conveniencia, los residentes también tienen acceso a un gimnasio, spa, salones para reuniones y espacios de recreación para niños.


Por su parte la firma de arquitectos Schapiro Associates captó la visión de los urbanizadores al complacer a un grupo diverso de compradores. Las residencias de dos o tres dormitorios son muy espaciosas y flexibles, mientras que los penthouses y las residencias lanai al nivel de las terrazas son de dos pisos, y con unas vistas espectaculares. En línea con el suntuoso estilo de vida de Aventura, las residencias de The Atrium están equipadas con lavadoras, secadoras, closets y terrazas con vista al muelle. Las cocinas contemporáneas tienen mostradores de granito.

The Atrium at Aventura ofrece mucho más que un exclusivo estilo de vida, ubicado en el corazón de la ciudad, este proyecto se encuentra a unos pasos de centros educacionales, comerciales y aeropuertos internacionales.


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L as “Venetian islands” son un grupo de islas construidas por la mano del hombre que atraviesan la Bahía de Biscayne desde la ciudad de Miami hasta la ciudad de

Miami Beach. La cadena de islas artificiales consiste de seis islas: Biscayne island, San Marco island, San Marino island, Di-Lido island, Rino Alto island y Belle island.Estas islas, que están a minutos de distancia del Downtown de Miami y de South Beach, tienen lujosas y extravagantes mansiones y condominios que alcanzan un valor que oscila entre $1millón de dólares hasta aproximadamente cerca de $10 millones.

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BONFIRE BEACH BASH & TOURNAMENT ANNOUNCED AT OLD

BAHAMA BAY IN WEST END

By John Bell

Fun Fish and Party Hardy Format Newest Edition to Popular Bonfire Tournament Series

Special rate early registration is underway for anglers to compete in the Bonfire Beach

Bash & Tournament to be hosted by the Old Bahama Bay Resort and Yacht Harbour, a proud member of the Guy Harvey Outpost Resorts Expedition Properties portfolio. The Fun Fish Tournament, featuring a separate billfish category, and a Bonfire Beach celebration co-hosted by Loggerhead® Marina is scheduled from June 25-28. In addition to fishing, the three-day event features artist Bobby Little’s signature bonfire sculpture a hallmark of the Bonfire Tournament Series.

Tournament Director Cliff Jensen said anglers can save $100 by registering by May 25th by taking advantage of an “early bird” fee of $250 per angler

(minimum four anglers per team). Also the first 20 boats registered receive a $300 credit, which can be applied to room, dockage and fuel. On hand for the tournament will be legendary Bahamas Captain Billy Black and Dutchess, his 50-foot Hatteras, running charters out of Old Bahama Bay as a Guy Harvey Expedition Fishing Outfitter.

Jensen said cash, trophies and prizes will be awarded to the top teams. To register online, please go to:

www.ghofish.com.Sixty miles east of Palm Beach, Old

Bahama Bay, www.oldbahamabay.com, has 70 luxury guestrooms, a 70-slip deep-water marina with fuel and on-site customs, and a full array of resort amenities.

Guy Harvey Outpost kicked off 2015

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with the first event of their Bonfire Series, a two-day Wahoo Tournament and the unveiling of Bobby Little’s Burning Wahoo sculpture at Old Bahama Bay in February. Anglers in 23 boats fought wind and challenging weather for the largest wahoo and aggregate total over the two-day tournament period. St. Augustine’s Fishin a Loanteam emerged as the tournament champion, landing the largest wahoo at 63.9 lb on Day 1 and a 60.5 lb wahoo on Day 2 for a cumulative total of 448 lbs.

Every Bonfire Tournament Festival celebrates the Guy Harvey Outpost attitude by promoting fishing, adventure, art and conservation. At

each event, Rum Cay artist Bobby Little creates a unique ocean-themed sculpture inspired by the location and its fishery. These “larger than life” works of art are crafted from recyclable materials that the artist finds in the Bahamas. For the Beach Bash Tournament, Little has brought to life a 20’ “Burning Wahoo” sculpture secured by a base that doubles as a BBQ grill for a beach outdoor grill.

Guy Harvey Outpost fully supports the “Trash to Treasure” medium of creating art from recycled objects, and through Little’s artistic vision, the company looks forward to including many more burning sculptures for future Bonfire Tournaments.


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SAILFISH FISHING IN SOUTH FLORIDA

By Dr. Martin ArósteguiPhotos Pat Ford

T he sailfish population in South Florida remains healthy because we have implemented many conservation measures in the past few years.

Initially all tournaments were kill tournaments, where you had to bring in the fish to the dock. This changed a number of years ago and tournaments became catch and release only. The State of Florida developed minimum size and bag limits to help keep the sailfish populations at sustainable numbers.

The introduction of circle hooks has been a very important conservation measure. Circle hooks catch the fish in the corner of the mouth, thus decreasing the damage done by hooking and fighting the fish. Now when we release the sailfish, they are more likely to survive the experience.

Circle hooks are required by all tournaments.Today we consider the sailfish as a sport fish that should always

be released alive and not killed for food. As a result of all these conservation measures, we continue to have many sailfish in South Florida for recreational anglers to catch and release.


PESCA DE PEZ VELA EN EL SUR DE LA FLORIDA

Por el Dr. Martín ArósteguiFotos: Pat Ford

L a población de pez vela en el sur de la Florida se mantiene saludable, porque hemos puesto en marcha muchas medidas de conservación en los últimos años.

Inicialmente todos los torneos eran torneos de matanza, donde había que traer el pez hasta el muelle. Desde hace años esto cambió y se convirtió en torneos de captura y liberación solamente. El Estado de Florida desarrolló límites de tamaño mínimo en las capturas para ayudar

a mantener las poblaciones de pez vela en cantidades sostenibles.

La introducción de los anzuelos circulares ha sido una medida de conservación muy importante. Los anzuelos circulares penetran en la esquina de la boca de los peces capturados, disminuyendo daños a los mismos al ser enganchado en su lucha por tratar de liberarse. Cuando

liberamos al pez vela, éste tiene más posibilidades de sobrevivir. Los anzuelos circulares son requeridos por todos los torneos.

Hoy día consideramos al pez vela como un pez deportivo que siempre debe ser liberado vivo y no matarlo por comida. Como resultado de todas estas beneficiosas medidas de conservación, seguimos teniendo muchos peces vela en el sur de la Florida para el disfrute de los pescadores deportivos que los capturan y liberan sin dañar las especies marinas.


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E l pasado 8 de abril fue presentado el libro “Mis 6 Guerras” del autor Eduardo A. Palmer. El acto

fue llevado a cabo en el Instituto de Estudios Cubanos y Cubanoamericanos de la Universidad de Miami. El Dr. Eduardo Zayas Bazán fue el maestro

de ceremonias. El destacado escritor y periodista Carlos Alberto Montaner fue el presentador. En el panel estuvieron el autor Eduardo A. Palmer, el cineasta Orlando Jiménez Leal, el Dr. Zayas Bazán y Carlos Alberto Montaner.

Hechas las introducciones se procedió a un ciclo de preguntas que Montaner y Jiménez Leal le hicieron a Palmer sobre el contenido del libro, de su carrera como corresponsal de guerra y sobre su historia como productor de televisión y cine.

Al final, Palmer dio las gracias a todas las personas que ayudaron a la realización del libro y a las personas presentes.

El libro cubre 1) El triunfo de revolución cubana en el 1959 y la lucha clandestina en 1960 contra el régimen comunista que fue implantado en cuba. El capitulo 2 describe la guerra civil dominicana de 1965. Capitulo 3 trata de la guerra en El Salvador en 1980, capitulo 4 describe la política de represalia de los sandinistas en Nicaragua contra los indios misquitos, sumos y ramas que se negaban a aceptar el marxismo leninismo implantado en ese país. Capitulo 5 es sobre la invasión de Granada por fuerzas de EE.UU en 1983, Capitulo 6 trata sobre la invasión a Panamá por fuerzas de EE.UU. en 1989 y el capitulo 7 es sobre el programa semanal de TV “Planeta3” producido por Eduardo A. Palmer en Santo Domingo, Rep. Dominicana que duró once años y llegó a exhibirse en 16 países de América Latina.

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Encounter with the King of Mangle Alto ReefJardines de la Reina

By Andres Jimenez


L ast week, I had a unique encounter with the mysterious and feared King Hammerhead in Jardines de la Reina. Mysterious

and feared because of its behavior, its body shape, amazing size and its aggressiveness while hunting for tarpon near the shallow reef, all this together with thestories of local fishermen about this shark in poor visibility waters of the Ana Maria Gulf, and the legends that have created a shadow of fear and myth around this shark, are some of the reasons why it is considered a ghost that most of local fishermen fear, even when staying in the boat, dry and out of the water.

I have seen many King Hammerheads during dives; this species is one of the common inhabitants of Jardines de la Reina, even it is not very easy to see due to their abundance or behavior? I don’t know for sure, what I really know is that it is difficultto see or take pictures of this beautiful animal. All divers, being photographers or not, always dream about finding this shark,and when they do, it is very shy, swimming away most of the times.

I said “most of the times” and this is the reason why my encounter was unique, my hammerhead was not shy

at all, but extremely curious, I would say too much curious and that’s what really made me feel a bit nervous, mainly regarding thedifference in size between us. I was diving in “Pipin” and there was one person in the boat who was not comfortable with the idea of going to the water with our beloved Silky sharks, (in this diving spot there is a group of 20-25 sharks welcoming divers while swimming in the surface, as soon as the boat gets to the mooring buoy) and as it is our custom in Jardines de la Reina to spoil customers without limits, I was not happy seeing these man wouldn’t go to the water, so I offered him to go (after the dive) to a beautiful shallow reef full of alive Elkhorn coral and tons of fish for a “free-of-sharks” snorkeling.

After the dive, we jumped in the reef, 9 feet deep, we started swimming over the coral heads, then I look at my side, and there it was: Mr. King Hammerhead 13 feet long,getting closer to us, turning its heat to take a closer look with its left eye, the guy that didn’t want to see sharks had his reward, hi didn’t see 20 Silkies but a 13 feet lonely hammerhead, all I have in my mind as a memory is the huge body, so thick, brown color, the stomach near the bottom and dorsal


fin nearthe surface, too narrow water space for its huge body, swimming slowly fearless approaching us, too close, too confident, I did move my fins near the sharks head and it turned around slowly swimming away very confident as the king of the reef that it was. Obviously for this shark we were very small, and it was very relaxed in this situation, I wouldn’t say the same of us, even I am a shark lover and believe most of the sharks are harmless for humans, I felt a bit

threatened by this animal, mainly because we were in the middle of the King’s hunting grounds. We went away very excited, the guy definitely started diving with the silkies next day, and we both shared an eternal memory of this encounter, in my mind forever the image of this majestic shark with such strange head shape, one of the miracles of nature, face to face in the shallow reef, this image I will never forget.


Encuentro con el Rey

del arrecife alto del Mangle

Jardines de la Reina

Por Andres Jimenez


L a semana pasada, tuve un encuentro único con el misterioso y temido tiburón cabeza de martillo en Jardines de la Reina (Cuba),

calificado así por su comportamiento, la forma de su cuerpo, el tamaño increíble y su agresividad, mientras me dedicaba a cazar sábalos cerca de los arrecifes poco profundos, todo esto unido a las historias de los pescadores locales sobre este tiburón en aguas de poca visibilidad del Golfo de Ana María, y las leyendas que han creado una sombra de miedo y mito en torno a este tiburón, son algunas de las razones por las que se considera un fantasma que la mayoría de los pescadores locales temen. Incluso desde el barco observé muchos tiburones martillo durante mis inmersiones.

Esta especie es uno de los habitantes comunes de los Jardines de la Reina, aunque no es muy fácil ver debido a la abundancia y comportamiento del mismo. Realmente es difícil ver o tomar fotos de este hermoso animal. Todos los buzos, siendo fotógrafos o no, siempre sueñan con encontrar este tiburón, y cuando lo hacen, ven que es muy tímido. Esta es la razón por la que mi encuentro fue único: mi martillo no era tímido en absoluto, pero

muy curioso, yo diría que demasiado curioso y eso es lo que realmente me hizo sentir un poco nervioso, en relación principalmente a la diferencia de tamaño entre nosotros. Había una persona en el barco que no se sentía cómodo con la idea de ir al agua con los Jaquetones, (en este punto del buceo había un grupo de 20 a 25 tiburones, dándole bienvenida a los buzos, mientras nadábamos en la superficie, unidos al barco a través de la boya de amarre). Después de la inmersión fuimos a un hermoso arrecife poco profundo lleno de vida con corales de cuerno de alce y toneladas de pescados para realizar un buceo “libre de los tiburones”.

Después de la inmersión a 9 metros de profundidad, empezamos a nadar sobre las cabezas de coral, entonces miré a mi lado, y allí estaba: el Sr. Rey cabeza de martillo de 13 pies de largo, cada vez más cerca de nosotros, observándonos con su ojo izquierdo. De este cabeza de martillo recuerdo su enorme cuerpo, su color marrón, y su aleta dorsal en la superficie, nadando lentamente sin miedo acercándose a nosotros, demasiado confiado como el rey de los arrecifes que es. La mayoría de los tiburones son inofensivos para los humanos. Aunque me sentí un poco


amenazado por este animal, nos fuimos muy contentos, porque en mi mente siempre estará la imagen

de este majestuoso tiburón con tan extraña forma de cabeza, que nunca olvidaré.


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BOATHOUSE MARINE CENTER NAMED AN EXCLUSIVE DEALER

FOR SOUTHPORT AND BLUEWATER SPORTFISHING BOATS

Boathouse Marine Center today announced it has ramped up its new boat

sales offerings with the addition of Southport and Bluewater sportfishing boats, adding to its growing list of customer sales and services.The full-service marina and boat storage facility, located at 599 South Federal Highway, will serve as the exclusive dealer for the two manufacturers¹ full lines‹representing Broward County for Southport and acting as the Southernmost U.S. dealer for Bluewater.Southport Boats, owned by Kenway Corporation based in Augusta, Maine, distributes through dealerships in the U.S., Puerto Rico, Australia and Europe.


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Southport features three center console deep-vee hull offshore models designed by legendary C. Raymond Hunt Associates.Bluewater, headquartered in Ft. Pierce, Florida, specializes in 21, 23, 25, 28 and 35-foot center console, deep-vee hull, offshore sport fishing boats.Bluewater also features an inshore line. Owner and President Paul Skilowitz, through innovative design techniques and weight distribution, has created the best-balanced designs in this class of boats. In addition to new, used and brokerage sales, Boathouse Marine Center is also an Authorized Dealer and Service Center for boats powered by Yamaha®, Mercury®, Volvo Penta® and MerCruiser® and also serves as an authorized dealer for Interlux® yacht paints. www.boathousemc.com


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CARNIVAL FREEDOM’S ARRIVAL IN GALVESTON MARKED WITH $100,000 DONATION TO OPERATION HOMEFRONT

AND SHIPBOARD CONCERT BY MARTINA MCBRIDE

Valentine’s Day Festivities Commemorate Carnival’s Third Year-Round Ship in Texas with Day of Celebration for Military Families

Including First Carnival LIVE Outdoor Concert

Carnival Cruise Line, Texas’ number-one cruise operator, marked the arrival of Carnival Freedom at its new year-round homeport of Galveston on Saturday, Feb. 14, with a celebration honoring U.S. military personnel and

their families. In partnership with Operation Homefront, a national nonprofit organization that

supports military families, service members and their families were treated to an overnight event featuring a variety of daytime activities, including an exclusive outdoor Carnival LIVE performance by country music superstar Martina McBride, along with dinner and a full evening of entertainment, all compliments of Carnival.

Prior to McBride’s concert, Carnival presented a check in the amount of $100,000 to Operation Homefront.

“We’re excited to kick off Carnival Freedom’s year-round deployment from Galveston with a donation to an organization that touches so many lives and a special event for the brave men and women who

serve our country,” said Christine Duffy, president of Carnival Cruise Line. “Martina McBride put on a fantastic show and we were thrilled to honor these deserving military families and provide them with an incredible day and night to remember.”

Carnival Freedom kicked off year-round departures from Galveston yesterday with a special six-day voyage to Mexico and will launch four- to seven-day cruises calling at ports throughout Mexico, the Caribbean, Bahamas and Florida beginning


Feb. 21. Carnival Freedom joins Carnival Triumph and Carnival Magic in Galveston. Together these three ships will carry more than 600,000 passengers annually from Texas — more than any other cruise line.

McBride, a 14-time GRAMMY® nominee, performed on Carnival Freedom’s upper deck in the first Carnival LIVE show staged outdoors. It was her second time participating in the Carnival LIVE concert series that offers guests the best live music at sea from popular acts spanning a variety of musical genres.

“Performing for these military families was an incredible honor. And everyone really enjoyed the outdoor setting on the ship’s deck,” said McBride. “I hope that everyone who was there had a special Valentine’s Day experience; I’m so glad I was asked to be part of it.”

“We’re thrilled Carnival Cruise Line honored these service members and their families by providing a truly memorable day and evening of onboard fun and exciting activities,” said Tim Farrell, chief

operating officer for Operation Homefront. “In that spirit, we’re also grateful for Carnival Cruise Line’s generous gift of $100,000, which will help military families here in Texas and throughout the country.”

Carnival Freedom recently underwent a $70 million makeover that added an array of Fun Ship 2.0 product enhancements, and attendees at Saturday’s event had full access to the ship’s many on-board innovations, including new family entertainment programming such as Seuss at Sea and Camp Ocean featuring 200 marine-themed activities.

The renovation also included complimentary eateries such as Blue Iguana Cantina, and Guy’s Burger Joint, developed in partnership with Food Network personality Guy Fieri, along with exciting new bar concepts Blue Iguana Tequila Bar, Red Frog Rum Bar, the cocktail pharmacy-themed Alchemy Bar and the Caribbean-inspired Red Frog Pub. Four new high-tech Playlist Productions shows were added, as well.




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Country Music Superstar Alan Jackson Kicks Off 25th Anniversary Tour with a Message for Ocean Conservation

An avid boater and fisherman, country star Alan Jackson, and celebrated marine wildlife artist

Guy Harvey, have collaborated on a message behind the music to raise money and awareness for ocean conservation and research.Harvey, known for his colorful and highly popular depictions of marine wildlife and support for science and research, has created a colorful logo to commemorate Jackson’s 25th Anniversary Tour, which kicked off this past weekend in southwest Florida. The logo, depicting Jackson in a fishing fighting chair with leaping sport fish, will adorn several Official 25th Anniversary merchandise items including an official Tour T-Shirt which will be sold at each concert date, as well as other 25th Anniversary items that will be available exclusively at www.guyharvey.com Alan Jackson and Guy Harvey have agreed to donate back $5 for every item sold to marine conservation through the Guy Harvey Ocean Foundation, a non-profit that advocates sustainable fishing practices, funds inspired scientific research and supports innovation educational programs. Last year, Harvey¹s foundation distributed approximately $1 million to more than60 organizations involved in research and education.“We are honored to work with Alan, who as responsible fisherman, clearly

understands and supports our mission to conserve our marine environment and resources for future generations”, said Harvey, who has a Ph.D. in Fisheries Biology.Jackson, who has sold over 60 million, records worldwide, registering 50 Top10 hits and 35 Number One hits, got into offshore fishing 25 years ago.“I’ve fished everywhere most people do, including the Bahamas, off Florida in the Keys, Mexico and the Virgin Islands”, the Grammy Award winning singer, songwriter and musician told The Boot.Jackson’s 25th Anniversary Tour is an extension of the already year-long 25th anniversary celebration. KEEPIN¹ IT COUNTRY TOUR will make stops over the coming months in Los Angeles, San Diego, Dallas, Phoenix and Nashville, to name a few, wrapping for the spring with a show at the famed Red Rocks Amphitheater in Denver (Morrison), CO on May 17, 2015. For tour dates go to www.alanjackson.com; http://www.alanjackson.comHarvey is also popular with country fans having attended several regional concerts for guest appearances to spread his message, and has created an interactive Conservation Village, which has served as the centerpiece for Fort Lauderdale, Florida’s Tortuga Music Festival, which promotes ocean conservation.

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GUY HARVEY SPICED RUM MAKES SPLASH IN STORES

New Rum Adds Twist to Hot Spirits Market, Funds Ocean Conservation

By John Bell

If you love the ocean, you likely drink rum. And if you love Guy Harvey’s li-festyle -ocean, beaches, fishing, boating, diving – you’ll love his new spiced rum, too. Renowned marine wildlife artist, scientist and conservationist Guy Harvey unveiled today his entry into the popular spiced rum market. Guy Harvey

Spiced Rum was developed and launched together with Shaw-Ross Interna-


tional Importers, one of the spirits industry’s leading mar-keting and sales companies. In Florida, Southern Wine & Spirits of America, Inc. has been appointed as the whole-sale distributor for the brand.“Given the rich heritage of rum with sailors, boaters and fishermen, adding a quality rum product is a logical exten-sion of my lifestyle brand” said Guy Harvey. “We are also extremely pleased with being able to partner with indus-try leader Shaw-Ross on this project.” Distilled in the Caribbean, Guy Harvey Spiced Rum is an amber colored spiced rum that contains spices and warm flavors of vanilla, nutmeg and cinnamon. It is 35 percent alcohol by volume (70 proof) making it very pleasant on the tongue with a long, smooth finish. It will retail at approximately $15 per 750ml bottle.Guy Harvey Spiced Rum is ideal for consuming on the rocks, with cola, lemon-lime soda or juices. It will also be actively promoted in a version of a traditional rum cocktail known as the Shark Bite. The cocktail consists of ¾ ounces Guy Harvey Spiced Rum, ¾ ounces light rum, ½ ounce blue curacao, 1½ ounces sweet and sour mix and 3 drops of grenadine. Initial distribution has begun in Florida. Plans to take the product to markets outside of Florida in 2015 are currently in the works. Additionally, a second Guy Harvey branded rum offering, an aged blended Ja-maican rum, is in development and is expected to be introduced in the spring of 2015. A significant portion of the net proceeds from Guy Harvey Spiced Rum will be used to fund the various projects of the Guy Harvey Ocean Foundation, a non-profit that funds scientific marine research and conservation programs. In particular, the proceeds from Guy Harvey Spiced Rum will fund marine scien-ce and outreach programs.


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The ocean has long been known for its transformative powers. Veterans wounded in the service of our country are

discovering the healing effects of a day on the water through Blue Water Warriors. The non-profit organization takes these men and women out in a specially-designed adaptive boat that features gyro stabilization donated by Seakeeper. Like many great ideas, this one began as a collection of smaller, disparate pieces. Yacht captain Andrew Grego met a charter guest who was battling cancer, yet experiencing respite through the restorative nature of the sea. She introduced him to a veteran severely injured in Afghanistan who, in turn, led him to more vets at Walter Reed Army Medical Center.From this, Grego started Blue Water Warriors. He would require help from the marine industry if he was to build a stable boat that could accommodate the unique needs of an injured vet. Grego turned to Seakeeper, who was immediately on board. “Without them,” he said, “there’s no way we could have afforded to do what we’ve done.”We’re proud to be part of the Blue Water Warriors team,” said Andrew Semprevivo, Seakeeper VP of sales and marketing.

“Our desire is simply for our technology to help those who have served us so well.” Warrior, a custom 37.5’ off-center console sportfishing boat, is the result of Grego’s inspired idea. Extra wide swing-open transom and side doors, and deck-level boarding ramps allow easy entry. An oversized, dual-level head includes a floor that lowers electronically for wheelchair access. For fishermen, there’s a specially-adapted, custom-built fighting chair and harnesses. Veterans can snorkel, or simply go cruising and restaurant-hopping. Everything on the vessel is designed to minimize limitations. Installed beneath a clear lazarette, the innovative Seakeeper gyro reduces

resonant roll by up to 90%, whether the boat is at rest or underway. Onboard guests are safer and more comfortable, adding to the enjoyment of their time spent on the water. “Some who go out are on prosthetics, in a wheelchair, or use crutches,” said Grego. “To have a stable platform out on the water is a huge advantage. They don’t need to get hurt any more than they are.” Since November 2014, the organization has been transforming lives. “I’m humbled by the generosity you’ve shown me,” said SNR SGT Andrew Casey, USAF, after spending

time on Warrior. “Through people like you, the invisible wounds of war will be healed.” Blue Water Warriors is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit charity. Its second boat is being built by Vision Boat of Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The organization’s goal is to have six vessels near military hospitals on the eastern seaboard. Its website is www.bluewaterwarriors.org and a video is at bit.ly/1F5SKGd.

Seakeeper is the global leader in gyro stabilization. Designed for both new builds and refits, the company’s range of five models fit a wide range of vessel lengths, from 30’–220’. The units are compact, lightweight, quiet and draw minimal power. www.seakeeper.com.

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Boaters can extend the versatility of their recording devices and the One-Handle-Does-It-All System with Shurhold’s Camera Adapter. Easily attaching to any of the company’s handles, it is compatible with GoPro and Garmin VIRB units. Owners can now capture underwater footage from inside the boat or on the dock. It’s also great for recording moments when scuba diving. The handle with camera adapter attached can be set in a rod holder for an aerial view of all the fishing action. It can even be used to inspect under a vessel or other hard to reach areas. In addition, it can be used to see above a crowd. The adapter can be locked into any Shurhold handle. To attach the camera, owners just insert the included screw and tighten loosely. Then, they should tilt the device to the desired angle and fasten securely. Dedicated to educating boat owners, Shurhold provides key tips for boat value preservation at www.shurhold.com. Inventor of the One Handle Does It All system, Shurhold manufactures specialty care items and accessories to clean, polish and detail. www.shurhold.com

CAMERA ADAPTER CAPTURES ON-WATER MOMENTS WITH A NEW ANGLE

TECHNOLOGY

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Frigibar, the cutting-edge manufacturer of marine refrigeration, is pleased to announce its sponsorship of Team Tito’s Fishing Team. The offshore anglers participate in the Southern Kingfish Association Tournament Trail and other deep-water competitions.Frigibar supplied the team with its innovative Skipper model for their center console Blackfin 34 TE. The 50” L x 20” W x 21” H hand-laid fiberglass com-bination chest will ensu-re optimal temperatures for use as a fish box and bait freezer. “The beauty of the Skipper is that we can use it as a cooler, a refrigerator or as a freezer,” said John Mitchell, Team Tito’s co-captain. “It’s truly an all-in-one hybrid solution that saves an enormous amount of space.”Completely freestanding and self-contained, the Skipper features rust-proof stainless steel hinges, hardware and lid support. “The quality is absolutely phenomenal,” said Mitchell. “The attention to detail and the craftsmanship is undeniably top-notch.”Team Tito’s is comprised of eight experienced, part-time competitive anglers, including Mitchell and co-captain, John Jackson. “We’re a professional fishing team that prides itself on sportsmanship and giving back to the community,” said Mitchell. The tournament-winning team is known for its charitable ou-treach as much as for its trophies. It also runs three smaller boats for inshore competitions. Its website is www.teamtitos.com

FRIGIBAR SPONSORS TEAM TITO’S ON SKA TRAIL

TECHNOLOGY

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TECHNOLOGY

Two high-profile vessels are leading the way for Mastry Engine Center, showing customers the capabilities and durability of Suzuki propulsion in the high-performance and fishing boat markets. Both Nor-Tech’s 390CC with the first quad Suzuki 300

hp and Statement Marine’s 380 SUV with triple Suzuki 300 hp will be on view and available for sea trials during the Miami International Boat Show, February 12-16 at the Sea Isle Marina, C dock. Mastry’s years of experience in marine power applications combined with Nor-Tech’s interest in taking advantage of the latest outboard technology led to the installation of the Suzuki 300 hp quad power. Suzuki’s 2.08:1 gear ratio enables the use of larger diameter propellers, improving the overall handling, maneuverability and performance of this center console boat. Statement Marine’s 380 SUV powered by triple Suzuki 300 hp will debut at the Miami Boat Show followed by participation in the Miami, Ft. Meyers, Tampa Bay and Jacksonville poker runs. This summer the boat will be at the Texas Outlaw Challenge and Pirates of Lake Lanier poker runs, as well as Power Boats

by The Bay in Sarasota, Florida. It will end the season at the Lake Cumberland and Lake of the Ozarks poker runs followed by the Key West Poker Run in November. www.mastry.com

MASTRY SHOWCASES SUZUKI REPOWERS AT MIAMI BOAT SHOW

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To complement the high quality and performance of its top-of-the line 430 Express, SeaVee Boats now offers the Seakeeper MX series stabilization gyro as an option. The MX series continues to find success with builders of sma-ller craft after its launch earlier this year. Conversations with Seakeeper’s East Coast independent rep group ComMar Sales, and a sea trial on an Intrepid 390, piqued SeaVee’s interest.The SeaVee 430 Express is an extensively cus-tomizable boat, designed for fishing and luxury cruising. Power choices inclu-de triple or quad outboards, twin inboard diesels, or pod systems. Its three tower options, spacious cockpit, comfortable bridge deck and well-appointed cabin create a high-end, live-aboard fishing boat with the amenities of home. More information is available at www.seaveeboats.com.

SEAVEE NOW OFFERS SEAKEEPER MX SERIES GYRO

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TECHNOLOGY

Seventeen years ago, Jim Weaver was a construction contractor. Today he runs Weaver Boatworks, the renown, full-on custom sportfishboat company. Its new cold molded 80’ Escapade includes a balanced, matched exhaust system from Marine Exhaust Systems, complete with patent-pending split spray ring technology to optimize engine performance.Powered by twin 2,400 hp MTUs, Escapade has muscle to spare. Tier 3 engines have a higher operating temperature, even when idling. To realize their full power potential, yet control the generated heat, Marine Exhaust Systems employed its state-of-the-art water can.The company’s split spray ring patterns an ultra-fine mist of water into the exhaust to maintain a constant 135–138°F throughout the entire gas stream. The atomization is retained within the flow to keep water from falling out and creating heat build-up

issues. The innovative unit will achieve a 30-35% improvement in cooling efficiency. Effective throughout the entire rpm range, back-pressure levels are consistent for optimal performance. Unlike common marine applications that gurgle, the exhaust mist is actually so fine, it exits the boat as steam.The components are constructed of high-grade metals and flame-retardant vinyl ester resin. 2–4” smaller than competing brands, they save on space and expense. The company is developing smaller split spray ring units for use in a wider range of applications. www.weaverboatworks.com

SPLIT SPRAY RING TECHNOLOGY COOLS LATEST WEAVER

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With fuel prices continuing to climb, high-performance boaters are turning to efficient, low-maintenance diesel power. To prove the advantages over gas engines, a Nor-Tech 3900 Super Vee was outfitted with twin 480 hp Yanmar 6LY3-ETP diesel engines from Mastry Engine Center. The results from recent performance trials were remarkable. Operating at 3,475 rpm, the engines propelled the Nor-Tech to a top speed of 80 mph. At wide open throttle, each engine burned just 21.5 gallons per hour, realizing 2 mpg—impressive for an 11,000-lb. V-bottom. The Nor-Tech quickly came on plane in only 8.9 seconds and reached 56 mph in 20 seconds from idle. It was able to run from 40 to 60 mph in an amazing 7.4 seconds. Covered by a comprehensive five-year warranty, the Yanmar 6LY3-ETP engines from Mastry were paired with Arneson ASD 8 surface drives with 31”-pitch, lab-finished Mercury CNC propellers. Built to last, the 24-valve, 4-stroke, vertical, water-cooled engines feature advanced electronic control for maximum fuel efficiency. Mastry En-gine Center is a leading source for innovative marine powertrain installations. www.mastry.com

YANMAR POWERED NOR-TECH TACKLES TIME TRIALS

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Guy Harvey Outpost enrolls Captain Billy Black as an Expedition Outfitter to Launch Sportfishing Charters at

Old Bahama Bay Resort & Yacht Harbour

Guy Harvey Outpost Resorts announced today that legendary sport fishing Captain Billy Black

has joined the company’s Expedition Outfitter program, and will operate sport fishing charters out of Old Bahama Bay Resort & Yacht Harbour on West End, a member of the company’s Expedition Collection portfolio, starting April 15th.

Black, who has spent the last 40 years as a charter captain and operated a premier charter service out of Walker’s Cay from 1977 to 2004, has held, at one time or another, many of the Bahamian record catches for Blue Marlin, White Marlin, Bluefin Tuna, Yellowfin Tuna, Dolphin, Wahoo and Sailfish.The Duchess, his 50-foot Hatteras has just come out of the yard, having been fully updated and re-powered to offer exceptional comfort and safety.

This June, Guy Harvey Outpost brings its signature Bonfire Tournament Series back to Old Bahama Bay for the summertime

marlin and dolphin fishing action. Each Bonfire event is a multi-day celebration featuring art shows, cooking competition and extreme sport demonstrations with nightly beach bonfires of monument sized metal fish sculptures by artist Bobby Little. Guy Harvey Outpost Resorts, with properties in Florida and the Caribbean, offers customers carefully selected top-of-class fishing and dive Expedition Outfitters, who deliver a great experience and actively support Guy Harvey’s conservation initiatives. Black is part of an elite group of Expedition Fishing Outfitters including Miami Captain Ray Rosher, Islamorada Captain Randy Tow and Captain Anthony Mendillo with his Keen M Sportfishing Charters in Isla Mujeres, Mexico. The Guy Harvey Outposts’ “GHOFish” program promotes scientific angling expedition, sportfishing charters and tournaments.

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By Mark Ellert

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Raquel Regalado, dirigente del Distrito 6 de la Junta Escolar de Miami-Dade,

trabaja muy activamente

Más que ayudar a la buena salud física, hacer deporte puede mejorar las habilidades sociales y académicas de un estudiante. El miércoles, 18 de marzo, la dirigente del Distrito 6 de la Junta Escolar de Miami-Dade, Raquel Regalado, entregó

un reconocimiento al locutor de deportes Roly Martin por crear Premios Copa Dorada. Desde el año 1988 a través de estos premios, Martin ha honrado a los mejores atletas hispanos desde las ligas juveniles hasta


profesionales en el sur de la Florida, así animando a los jóvenes a participar y sobresalir en deportes. Estos premios, patrocinados por Radio Caracol, honran anualmente de 70 a 80 atletas locales por sus logros. Los atletas homenajeados en el pasado incluyen a: Edgar Rentería, Alex Rodriguez, Roberto Durán y Hector Camacho. Durante la misma reunión, Regalado otorgó también un reconocimiento a uno de los equipos de Leadership Miami.

Leadership Miami es un programa patrocinado por el Miami Area Chamber of Commerce con el propósito de desarrollar líderes comunitarios y crear un sentido de responsabilidad en los participantes y todos los ciudadanos del Condado de Miami-Dade. Un componente principal del programa es un proyecto de servicio comunitario. Cada equipo en el programa debe completar un proyecto que beneficia a la comunidad y tiene un impacto duradero. Un proyecto muy importante de la clase 2014-2015 de Leadership Miami es Accelerate Literacy, el cual se formó para promover el amor por la lectura entre los niños y familias de bajos recursos. Este proyecto le ha brindado a estas familias mejor acceso a libros, lo cual ayuda a que los niños de bajos recursos tengan mejor rendimiento en lectura.

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