What a month! April brought offshore action and fierce competition on the greens. Whether you were swinging for birdies or chasing billfish, the Hook & Hole Challenge delivered thrills from sunrise tee times to sunset bites. Here’s the full recap and what’s been hot on the water

Hook & Hole Challenge Recap
Three Days. 18 Holes. Offshore Showdowns.
- Day 1 – Golf at Mayan Golf Club
- Winning team: Gypsy (Joseph Wilson & Mike Eckard) / 68 (-4)
- Closest to the pin: Jim Dykema (Knotwork)
- Longest drive: James Dykema (Knotwork)
- Putting contest: Logan Beall (Libertad)
- Day 2 & 3 – Offshore Fishing:
- Most billfish released boat: Maverick
- Overall Champions: Gypsy (Joseph Wilson & Mike Eckard)
- Best Moment: 6 year-old, Logan Beall (Blue Marlin)
Special thanks to our sponsors: Bajio Sunglasses, Yeti, Flor de Caña Rum, Mayan Golf Club

1st Place Overall goes to team Gyspy – Mike Eckard and Joseph Wilson

2nd Place Overall goes to team Maverick – Doug Dodson, Sami Dodson, Howard Rothwell, and Bob Pearson.

3rd Place Overall goes to team Knotwork – Amy Pollack, Jim Dykema, James Dykema, and Jimmy Johnson.
April brought continued bluewater action with an excellent bite across sailfish and dorado—plus a few surprise marlin encounters.
Sailfish kept up the heat with consistent raises and high release numbers across the fleet. The bait was stacked, and the fish responded. Most boats averaged 20–40 bites per day, with top crews reporting even higher numbers on peak days.
Dorado (Mahi-Mahi) remained plentiful around floating debris, especially on the run-out. Anglers brought in fish in the 15–30 lb range, with several larger bulls over 40 lbs adding fireworks to the mix.
Marlin sightings were fewer than March but still notable. One estimated 300+ lb blue marlin was released during the Hook & Hole Challenge—a highlight moment we won’t forget!
Guests continue to rave about their time on the water and at the lodge. One recent visitor said, “It’s not just the fishing—it’s the people, the food, and the energy of the place. Every day felt like a dream.”
The combination of fishing and our first land-and-sea competition made April truly special. Whether you’re coming back for more or planning your first visit, we’re ready to make your trip unforgettable.
April Fishing Report :
- April 2nd – 29th: Maverick – 377 sailfish raises, 319 bites and 200 releases (1 on the FLY!). Blue Marlin: 15 Raises, 8 Bites, 3 Releases. Dorados: 38 (18 days of fishing).
- April 2nd – 29th: Chechos – 412 sailfish raises, 313 bites and 188 releases. Blue Marlin: 6 raises, 3 Bites, 1 Released. Dorado: 44 (3 on FLY!). (22 days of fishing).
- April 4th – 27th: Gypsy – 360 sailfish raises, 302 bites and 175 releases. Blue Marlin: 4 raises, 2 bites. Dorado: 88. (18 days fishing)
- April 2nd – 29th: Knotwork – 442 sailfish raises, 301 bites and 200 releases. Blue Marlin: 5 raises. Dorado: 86. (25 days of fishing).
- April 7th – 29th: Bandido – 367 sailfish raises, 304 bites, and 198 releases (2 on FLY!). Blue Marlin: 6 raises, 4 bites, and 2 releases. Dorado: 99. (17 days of fishing).
- April 2nd – 26th: Libertad – 249 sailfish raises, 207 bites and 127 releases. Blue Marlin: 12 Raises, 6 bites, 3 releases. Dorado: 42. (14 days of fishing).
- April 2nd – 18th Uno Mas – 91 sailfish raises, 56 bites, and 38 releases. Dorado: 14 (6 days of fishing).







