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Incentive Trip for Fastest Growing Guatemalan Pharmacy Chain

As part of a motivational program, the fastest-growing Guatemalan pharmacy chain – Farmacias Cruz Verde – organized a “Day out Fishing” with their Managerial Team.

24 top employees got the chance to experience Guatemala’s prolific fishery on board several Pacific Fins vessels.  For all, it was the first time out at sea…and the enjoyment was felt within each team and boat.

Fresh Dorado Ceviche was served on board every boat, truly demonstrating what the “catch of the day” means!  Certainly the highlight of the trip for many.

Finishing up the day, Pacific Fins’ Restaurant Area was set up for a motivational conference titled “Re-engineering your Mind.”  What a great way to finish a business trip…

Why you should consider Pacific Fins for your next corporate getaway or executive retreat:

-We have a prolific fishery and first-timers to novice anglers will stay engaged

-A beautiful resort on the water

-A la carte dining experience with top-tier menu

-Outstanding client-focused service 100% of the time

-Superb ambience and plenty of room to handle your meetings

Call us at 800-638-7405 to impress your client or staff.

Conservation is Top of Mind

Representatives of the Guatemalan Sailfish Commission – Niels and Manoel – coordinated a very productive meeting between Dr. Nelson Ehrhardt – Scientific Director from the University of Miami’s School of Marine Sciences and the Guatemalan Pacific Naval Command.

The main objective discussed at this meeting is truly innovative within the realm of Conservation:

Pursue an educational alliance between University of Miami and the Guatemalan Naval Academy that will render:

-An educational platform for the Guatemalan Naval Academy to use and thus become the instructors for all Artisan Fishermen on topics relating to their work and their relationship with the environment and sustainable fishing

–  The latest and most updated curricula for the Naval Academy’s cadets

By participating directly on the educational and training programs, the message of Conservation and Sustainable fishing will be embedded in everyone’s mind for the foreseeable future.

5x Women’s Fly Fishing Champion Visits Pacific Fins

Katka Švagrová, a professional fly fisher, writer and filmmaker visited us this past week for 4 days. Katka is a 5x time Women’s Fly Fishing Champion of the Czech Republic.

Her group raised 39 sailfish, had 18 bites, released 7 on FLY and 4 conventional. They also raised 8 marlin, had 4 bites and released 2. One of the marlin was 500 lbs. Add in several dorado and tuna into the mix. We can’t wait to see the footage from her trip and will share it when it is finished.  We enjoyed having Katka, Vebjorn and Anders at Pacific Fins.

For The Angler Who Has Everything

Gift Certificate for the 3rd Annual Guatemala Billfish Invitational at Pacific Fins

Can’t seem to decide on the perfect holiday gift for the angler that has it all? Send them to the 3rd Annual Guatemala Billfish Invitational held at Pacific Fins, April 20 – 24, 2018!  This is a FUN 3-day tournament where like-minded anglers gather to socialize and fish in a relaxed environment all in support of a worthy cause.

(**You can book as a group or as a single. All are welcome!)

3 days fishing, 4 nights

$3500 per person

Rates Include:

Reception in Guatemala City and round trip ground transfers between Guatemala City and Pacific Fins Resort & Marina; welcome bag, opening party, all tournament festivities, cocktails and snacks after fishing, 3 nights lodging with all meals and open bar at the resort; private charter fishing including captain and crew, use of conventional and fly fishing gear, tackle, lures and flies; last night’s stay at the Resort or the Westin Hotel in Guatemala City at our discretion; and Pacific Fins Resort & Marina’s pre-trip information containing detailed packing and tackle lists, travel info, and helpful hints.

“I cannot thank you enough for pulling Grundens into the Pacific Fins family. It has been my true pleasure getting to know you better both professionally and personally. I look forward to continuing to grow our relationship and share lots more wonderful memories in the years to come!” – Mat Jackson, General Manager, Grundens

“Thank you Pacific Fins for an incredible week of fishing and hospitality. And thank you Guatemala for another trip of a lifetime.” – Capt. Scott Walker, Host, “Into The Blue”

“Great time for a great cause. Was honored to be part of the movement.” – Peter Miller, Host, NBC Sports “Bass2Billfish”

“I commend the Conservation Team that Pacific Fins has put together. It looks like this will help maintain this resource for the future.” – David Bowman