ENSENADA – Ready to hook half a million pesos? The international sportfishing tournament Dos Mares Baja California drops anchor this weekend in Ensenada.
The Prize Catch
Organized by SEPESCA BC and the Baja Sportfishing Clubs Association, the event promises serious rewards:
- 200,000 pesos for first place
- 100,000 pesos for second
- 60,000 pesos for third
- 30,000 pesos for Catch and Release champions
- 10,000 pesos each for best female, child, and captain
And yes, everyone gets a shot at raffles and jackpot categories for surface and bottom fish.
Species in the Spotlight
Surface hunters can bring in swordfish, bigeye tuna, yellowfin, marlin, dorado, wahoo, jacks, bonito, and roosterfish. Bottom contenders include halibut, lingcod, cabrilla, pargo, and cochito. In Catch and Release, only the heavy hitters count: gulf grouper, broomtail grouper, and giant sea bass.
Weekend Agenda
- Friday, Aug. 29: Registration 2–6:30 pm at Monumento al Pescador. Opening and captain’s meeting at 7:15 pm.
- Saturday, Aug. 30: Boats head out at 6 am. Weigh-in 2–4 pm at the malecón. Awards at 7:15 pm back at the monument.
Beyond the Rod and Reel
SEPESCA’s Alma Rosa García Juárez credits local maritime and port authorities, ASIPONA Ensenada, and CONAPESCA for making the event possible. The tournament also reels in tourism revenue. Hotels, restaurants, and tackle shops all get a welcome bump as anglers flood the city.
Why It Matters
The Dos Mares isn’t just about bragging rights and prize money. It’s about tradition, community, and proving to your friends that the one that got away actually didn’t.
For details, visit bajasport.fishing/dosmares or call +52 646 172 3080 (ext. 3264 and 3318).
