The Peacock Bass of South Florida Por el Dr. Mart铆n Ar贸stegui Travel and Exploration Director de Sol y Mar Magazine Many years ago, most of South Florida was everglades swamp. In order to develop the land and build homes, an intricate system of canals was dug out to provide proper water drainage and prevent our homes from being flooded during the rainy season. The canal system of South Florida became the perfect habitat for many exotic fish that were inadvertently released over the years.
Approximately 25 years ago, tilapia took so well to South Florida waters that they were crowding out most of the native species in the canal system. The tilapias were probably released from aquaculture ponds by hurricanes that hit South Florida.
After many studies, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission under the direction of biologist Paul L. Shafland introduced the peacock bass to increase predation on the tilapia and other exotic fish. The peacocks came from Central and South America. It was also hoped that the peacock bass would provide new fishing opportunities in South Florida. The peacock bass are now well established and can be caught in many canals from South Dade County to Palm Beach County. You can fish for them from the canal banks or from small boats that can be launched
from many boat ramps available to the public. The peacocks are so popular that many anglers travel to South Florida to fish for them. This has resulted in the development of a multimillion-dollar fishery. The best way to learn how to fish for peacock bass is to hire a guide. I highly recommend Captain Alan Zaremba. I have been fishing with Alan for many years and have caught multiple world records fishing with him. You can reach Alan Zaremba at (954) 966-2275 or (877) 966-2275. www.floridapeacocks.com
Makos on Fly By Pat Ford
Mako sharks are deep blue water predators that can grow up to 1000 pounds and prowl the oceans for big prey.
Catching one of these beautiful predators on a fly rod was practically impossible until the famous fly fisherman and Hall of Fame member Billy Pate caught the first one in New Zealand in 1984. In order to catch the first mako on fly, Billy Pate traveled far from his home in the Florida Keys to find an area that had smaller makos in shallow waters. His first catch was a 65 pounds world record! More recently Captain Conway Bowman discovered a fishery for mako sharks in San Diego California.
Over the years Captain Bowman has guided his costumers to numerous catches of mako sharks on fly. Mako sharks have a very sensitive olfactory system that can detect very small amounts of fish scent dissolved in water. They use this physiologic advantage to find prey. Captain Bowman uses this same advantage to draw sharks close to his boat, where his anglers can cast a fly and trick the shark into biting it. He does this by placing fish carcasses in the water, allowing the ocean currents to carry the fish scent far from the boat. Once the sharks detect the scent they will follow it up to the boat. In recent years I had the opportunity to fish for makos in San Diego with Dr. Steve Ward and his wife Randie.
They are excellent fly anglers that fish regularly for mako sharks. On the first day we raised twelve sharks and landed eight plus two blue sharks. This fishery is very exiting and Captain Bowman insists on releasing all the sharks alive! This is very important for the preservation of the species. If you are interested in this exiting fishery for mako sharks on fly, check out Captain Bowman’s website: Bowmanbluewater.com or call him at (619) 822-6256
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Bimini Big Game Club, a Guy Harvey Outpost Resort & Marina By John Bell Photos Bimini Big Game Club Dive photo Michael Lawrence Nassau entrepreneur and bon vivant, Neville Stuart, opened the “Bimini Big Game Fishing Club� in 1936 and began organizing big game fishing tournaments, attracting sportsmen from around the world.
Today’s Bimini is more eco- and family-friendly, broadening the scope of activities—a new sense of fun and adventure, perhaps best symbolized by the revival of the historic Bimini Big Game Club in Alice Town, which in 2010 re-opened as a Guy Harvey Outpost Resort and Marina. According to the Big Game Club General Manager Michael Weber, more families are also giving the New Bimini experience a try; especially those looking to soak up the Bahamian out-island culture and the diversity of onthe-water activities.“While dad might be out on a backcountry bonefishing trip, mom and the kids can also be out on the water paddleboarding, kayaking or trying some kiteboarding,” said Weber. “Also we’re getting bookings from not only the immediate region, but have guests from throughout North America and Europe as well.”
Tourism in Bimini is on the rise. According to the Bahamas Out-Islands reports, guest visits through the end of 2011 were up nearly 13% from the previous year. For example, The Bimini Big Game Club, according to Weber, is continuing to build its own tourism-focused base in 2012, promoting its various water sports activities along with a new push for corporate meetings, weddings and related programs. Weber said the recent completion of the Gulfstream Conference Center and Hemingway’s Rum Bar & Social Lounge will be heavily promoted as a convenient out-island venue for corporate, scientific and social group events. www.biggameclubbimini.com
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“THE BOAT INDUSTRY IN MIAMI IS A MULTIMILLION DOLLAR BUSINESS ”, points out Tomás Regalado, Mayor of Miami.
An interview to the Mayor by Pedro Díaz, Editor de Sol y Mar Magazine Photos Nick faroy www.FaroyAerialProjects.com
“Ocean front properties are the most valuable source of income for the city”, begins remarking Mayor Tomas Regalado in an exclusive interview to “Sol and Mar” Magazine. Next June, the 30 year contracts the City has with the restaurants close to the City Hall and the sea shore in the Coconut Grove area will expire. These lands belong to the city. At this time we are writing the bid models for the investors interested in that sort of business. For the new contracts we are not just looking for a higher income to the city, we are also trying to make sure that bidders be willing to invest in the infrastructure of the area.
For instance, we shall be demanding the construction of a sea-sidewalk where the people may walk and enjoy the view, even though they do not come to the restaurants. Another demand we shall be requesting from investors, is to provide capital improvements of around 3 million dollars to the marinas of the area. We want to turn those marinas more accessible and operational. The marine industry has not been hit by the current economic crisis. The marinas belonging to the city are working at full capacity and we know there are business people willing invest millions of dollars in those properties. New contracts may be signed for 40 years. Our goal is to ensure for the people of Miami that their properties not only will produce money to the city, but that those investors winning the
bids shall improve the infrastructure of the shore line of Coconut Grove. Another important bid shall be held for the area close to the Rusty Pelican restaurant. Up to now, the restaurant operator has invested close to 8 million dollars to improve the infrastructure. We have just been authorized to open a new marina on the East side of the Rusty Pelican. It will have 200 “wet� spots for yachts. Just recently, the county close down one of its marinas and it increased the demand for boat spots. Let me remark that there are hundreds of families that love outdoors living and, in fact live in their yachts. I want to announce that by the end of
the year the Glastron Group shall begin in Miami the construction of the first “Mega-Marina” of South Florida. It will harbor yachts of over 100 foot long. We are also on the process to approve a heliport (a chopper station) in Watson Island. It would be the first heliport in South Florida. We are excited because there are many people using helicopters to come to the American Airlines Arena and the downtown of Miami. The heliport will have its own custom service and national security controls.” To our question about the tourist industry, Mayor Regalado said: “We are working with the Bureau of Conventions and
Visitors in order to attract more tourists to Miami. Simultaneously, we are actively working with Congresswoman, Ileana Ros lehtinen, to push through Congress a waiver visa project that would exempt from visa to enter the U.S. citizens from certain countries like Brazil and Taiwan. Authorities of Taiwan commented that if they are given the visa exemption, over one hundred thousand visitors more would come to the U.S., half of them to South Florida.” And the Mayor went on remarking: “We recently welcomed the Mayor of Caukchoung, the second most important city of Taiwan, and she signed with us the “brotherhood agreement” between the ports of Caukchoung and Miami. Besides, she signed a contract with the Miami International Boat Show to
organize in Caukchoung, in 2014, the first International Boat Show of Asia. Caukchoung is, at this time, building a convention center to host this type of activity. Let me comment that Caukchoung is ranked fifth in the world in the construction of luxury yachts. The Taiwanese boat industry is affluent and has promised to organize one of the largest boat shows of the world. On this issue, I have more good news because the President of Horizon Boat, one of the most important boat builders in the world, is going to open a branch in Miami. This relationship with Caukchoung will attract much business to our city, particularly to area of the Miami River. The Commission of the Miami River is actively working with the City and County authorities to bring to the river area more companies engaged in the repair and building of boats.�
Roberto Guerra, creator of La Caja China, was presented on the Show “Martha Stewart presents: Secrets of great chefs Grill” which aired popular show on the Hallmark channel and lasted 60 minutes, in Stewart’s farm in New York. The show was attended by Guerra and five renowned chefs, who created and cooked a special recipe of barbecue with Martha Stewart for a private holiday that it celebrated in his farm. “Has been a pleasure working with Martha Stewart.” “It is a very nice person who has all my respect and friendship,” said Roberto Guerra.
Miami Beach Marina “The Gateway to the Caribbean” By Lilene Faroy Right next to South Point Park and adjacent to Government Cut is the spectacular Miami Beach Marina. This is a full service marina equipped with everything from a market, a marine hardware store, 24-hour security, wireless internet and two on-site restaurants, among many other services and facilities.
Its location is ideal for exploring South Beach and its wonderful array of restaurants, visiting the world famous Art Deco District and enjoying a great shopping experience, just to mention a few land activities. For the sea lovers, there are charter yachts and all kinds of boat rentals to enjoy dinner and dance cruises or just to relax and do some drift-fishing. The Miami Beach Marina’s motto is “Your gateway to the Caribbean in the Heart of South Beach”, and truly this is a place that embodies everything that someone looks for in a marina plus much, much more. www.FaroyAerialProjects.com
BEAUTY, SUN AND SEA By Teresa Pineda S. Photos from the Author
Today with Gloria Ordóñez In our first edition of Beauty, Sun and Sea, let’s welcome our special guest, Gloria Ordoñez, a Venezuelan actress and TV Host that recently has moved here to our beautiful Miami and she is here to tell us about the new spring fashion. Gloria started her artistic career at the age of fifteen when she started in TV commercial for a snack company representing brownies and she has been the spoke person and talent for various trademarks such us Avon, Ebel, Brahma, Belmont, Coors Light, Betty Crocker, among others. For several years she participated in various dramatic productions for RCTV Network as an actress and began her career as an entertainer on Televen Chanel in the late night show “Dog’s Night” with Carlos Mata. This show was a platform that elevated her to stardom and won the hearts of TV audiences for almost a decade. Gloria decided to come to South Florida and try her luck with our Hispanic television networks here in Miami and in a short period of time, she landed a job as hostess on Sierralta Entertainment, “Show Business TV” that will be broadcast as of May, 2012.
“Spring begins full of energy and color with her new trends in fashion and beauty. Everything indicates that white, blue aqua and bright colors like orange and yellow will be embedded on clothing and accessories. Marine fashions cannot be forgotten on the catwalks and in everyday life in coastal cities like Miami. Prints and solid, hip hugging styles, shorts and flowing dresses; all blending together with one purpose, bright colors. You can choose among leotards, Capri pants or bells bottoms, or if you prefer the shorts, it is the best opportunity to use them as well as translucent skirts that beauties our figures. Platform shoes as well as short boots will continue the fashion trend but now in bright colors. Borders and seams along the lines of crochet have reappeared on the catwalks and today we see them represented in short
and long dresses including swimsuits. If you are slender and fit this will be your best choice to enhance your b e a u t y. C h o o s i n g t h e r i g h t a c c e s sories will explode your look. Colorful handbags, bracelets, rings, hats and glasses will give you a fresh and youthful touch of the best season of the year. Makeup colors and shades are following this spring’s look. You know more than anyone what best beautifies yourself. There is nothing worse than just putting on what is in season. Use your common sense and you will always be beautiful; this is my advice�
UNDERWATER TREASURES By Clemente Atia
(Part III)
The sound of the guns of the Morro Castle in Havana, Cuba, shook the walls of the city as a farewell to the fleet which sailed laden with treasure to Spain. It was July 24, 1715. On the other side of the Atlantic Ocean King Philip V was anxiously awaiting the precious cargo. Thirteen years of war in Spain had drowned in debt, their power was at stake, the last supply of gold, silver and precious stones from the New World had arrived four years ago. The treasure fleet as it was called should have started long before that July 24, perhaps earlier in the year or no later than early spring, away from the season of heavy storms and hurricanes in summer, but the late arrival of goods from Colombia and Panama and disadvantages in repairs delayed her departure. Twelve ships laden with unimaginable amounts of gold and silver, exceeding up to double and more than reflected in the inventories and records, sailed northward and gradually disappeared from the horizon Havana.
Seven days later as they traveled looking for the North Atlantic along the coasts of Florida, the winds began to blow very hard up giant waves ever seen by these men. It was the morning of July 31, 1715. The yachts sailed in convoy formation, one behind the other in line at intervals of one to three miles, all with orders to keep near the coast. Only Griffon frigate, commanded by a French captain disobeyed the order and walked away looking offshore deeper waters and was the only one who survived the catastrophe. More than 700 were drowned, including sailors, passengers and even General Urbilla fleet commander. Days later the survivors, under Admiral Don Francisco Salmon, organized a camp on the coast and sent two boats to seek help: a route to the nearby city of St. Augustine in Florida and the other heading to Havana. Although eight of the eleven vessels were wrecked relatively close to shore, took a long time to organize the recovery of valuable cargo, for lack of resources at the time. As the coast is very sandy and small heavy objects like coins and gold bullion and silver are buried with ease, and also the waters in that area are not really very clear. According to documents recovered the total load does not reach even half of what was reflected in the official records of the fleet, much less if we add the known factor that the quantities of gold, silver and other garments and precious stones
transported smuggled to avoid taxes were enormous. Conservative figures, but reliable speak up to 28 million pesos in gold and silver, pearls thousands of marine and Colombian emeralds, and a number of clothes and jewelry, some made especially for the upper echelon of the Spanish crown. A long and fascinating history that will continue in the next report, which tell some of the places where coins and continue to appear part of this treasure, and they also reveal what time of year is more conducive to find them and how.
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President and Editor of Sol y Mar Magazine Journalist, editor, writer. Graduated in journalism from the University of Havana, as well as in literature and Germanic languages. He has collaborated on numerous magazines and newspapers from over 15 countries. He has also served as the editor, journalistic director and president of six publications for which he has received international journalism awards. He graduated as a Naval Pilot from the Escuela Superior de Pesca AndrĂŠs Gonzalez Lines, in Cuba. He is also a graduate of the International School of Real Estate. In addition, he has been honored with Proclamations from Miami-Dade County, City of Miami Beach, City of Coral Gables, City of Hialeah Gardens, City of Miami, City of Doral, City of Hialeah, City of West Miami, Town of Medley, and Town of Miami Lakes.
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Graphic Designer of Sol y Mar Magazine
A graduate of Chemical Engineering and Doctor of Technical Sciences. Technology specialist in glass and ceramics. Developer of several scientific papers related to the industry of glass and ceramics. Computer systems engineer.
Dr. Martín Aróstegui:
Travel and Exploration Director of Sol y Mar Magazine He is a medical doctor by profession who, for many years, worked as a specialist in emergency medicine. His life has been devoted also to professional fishing. In the past twenty years, he has accumulated more than three hundred fishing world records, including 200 with fly-fishing equipment. He is a member of honor of the IFGA (International Game Fish Association Fishing Hall of Fame & Museum) and was awarded a Lifetime Achievement Award in 2004. Dr. Arostegui is also a professional photographer specializing in fishing and nature. He is currently the Director of Travel and Exploration for our magazine, for which he travels to different regions of the world to capture with his lens the most beautiful images that human eyes have ever seen.
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Angling Photographer
Pat Ford is considered the best sport fishing photographer in the United States of America. He graduated as a lawyer from the Columbia University School of Law in 1965. He is currently a senior litigation lawyer in the courts of Florida, as well as a photographer with a passion for fishing. Pat Ford has traveled extensively throughout the world and has won 32 world records in several fishing tournaments held by the IGFA. He is the author of “The Best Fly-Fishing Trips Money Can Buy” which tells about different places he would rather go fishing with a fly hook.
Nick Faroy:
Aviator and Aerial Professional Photographer A pilot for many years, specializing in aerial photography. The perspective of buildings and man-made structures, coupled with an appreciation of nature, inspire him to capture on aerial photos what his eyes behold from above so that others may enjoy them, too. His preference is to take aerial photos of coastal locations because they have a visual impact that is very special to him from a professional point of view. For Nick Faroy, rock formations and marine life are, indeed a impressive and beautiful scenes worthy of admiration.
Mark Farber, PHD Marine Scientist
Fisheries research scientist who worked for 23 years in Miami for the Agency of Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration USA (NOAA). Now, he is a professor at the University of Miami.
MarĂa Julia Bello
Scientific Director of Sol y Mar Magazine
Information specialist for the Agency for Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration USA (NOAA). She has experience in scientific information, preparation of documents and scientific documentation, editing and reviewing scientific literature and finding information on specialized topics, among other things. She received a Masters in Biological Science from the University of Havana Cuba in 1980, a Masters in Marine Policy from theUniversity of Miami, Florida in 1997, as well as a Masters in Information from Florida State University in 1998.
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Director of Marketing of Sol y Mar Magazine Specialist in accounting, real estate management, exports and sales monitoring. She has also taken accounting courses at FIU. She is passionate about the sea, reading, and her two children.
Clemente Atia
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Writer, naturalist, artist and professional diver. He studied at the Cuban Naval Academy, been later part of the underwater search and rescue team. He worked at the National Aquarium of Cuba drawing fish for scientific publications worldwide. Creator and writer of the series of nature documentaries PROJECT 5, in the 80’s. He has also worked for different magazines and digital magazines on topics related to the sea and the environment. Cameraman, editor and specialist in underwater recordings have won four Emmy Awards. Favorite hobbies: stay under water, the investigation and search for lost treasures.
Steve Kantner
A freelance writer, editor, and fishing personality whose byline has appeared in Fly Rod & Reel, Salt Water Sportsman, Fly Fishing in Salt Waters and numerous other outdoor publications. Steve also worked as a guide, while hosting a drive-time radio show. Plus, he’s appeared in a number of television episodes that showcased his particular specialty—fly fishing from land for inshore species. Steve just finished a book titled Landcaptain; the Secrets of Fishing South Florida on Foot for Wild River Press that’s due out later this year.
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Gingerbread and Leaping Ladies Step back in time to this pastoral fishery By Steve Kantner
Photos Dr. Martín Aróstegui Framed by the shadows of storybook mansions lies a productive, yet little-known light tackle fishery sandwiched between the beach and the mainland (the latter which includes a portion of Jonathan Dickenson State Park) in part of the Intracoastal Waterway known as Hobe Sound. The ambience here is unique like the fishing as if everything was frozen in time. To the east, you’re surrounded
by manicured beauty, while the western shoreline is shrouded by undergrowth. There’s nothing quite like it in this part of the world. The grass flats in this region serve as a watery redoubt, if only slightly removed from the hustle and bustle associated with waterfront living. Yet the yachts here go slower (manatee zones), and you don’t see as many (fewer side canals) in this out of the way stretch
of the Intracoastal, between Palm Beach and Fort Pierce Inlets, and just a few miles north of the Jupiter Lighthouse. While fishing the Sound is primarily seasonal, with migratory species arriving in winter, stay-at-home game fish are available to anglers throughout most of the year. Trophy ladyfish (chiro) are a favorite light tackle quarry typically from December through March. Although not what you’d call an “eating fish,” these diminutive relatives of the popular tarpon stage aerial battles that include fast, sustained runs. Anglers pursue them with sinking lures which in the case of flies, means weighted patterns and/or sinking lines while the
hardware set prefers plastic-tailed grubs (DOA Shrimp or Terror-Eyez, Cottee Jig, etc.). For the benefit of any fly-flingers who may be reading this article, an 8-weight rod matched with a fast-sinking salt water taper is just the ticket for fishing channel edges (watch for the markers), while a similar set-up equipped with a weight-forward floater excels for casting poppers at sundown, when the ladyfish come up on top. On a recent outing, Marty Arostegui and his wife, Roberta fished with local guide, Capt. Steve Anderson andsteve1@bellsouth.net. While the weather turned out to
be colder than expected, the pair still managed to release some bragging-size ladies, as seen in the photos. Among the other game fish that frequent these shallows are bluefish, pompano, flounder and sheepshead, along with resident redfish, sea trout and snook, and even the occasional shark. The aforementioned species gobble lures with gusto, with the possible exception of full-grown sharks, which are just too big to bother with trifles. To get to Hobe Sound, if you’re trailering a skiff, take the Bridge Road exit (State Road 708) from I-95, and follow it east past U.S.1. Take a left when you get to Gomez, then
follow Gomez north for a mile or two. The launch ramp will be on your right. For better fishing, head south through the bridge. However, you’ll find there’s no substitute for local knowledge. Several knowledgeable guides are familiar with this area, and generally fish it whenever the ocean’s too rough. Three of the better ones are listedbelow: Captain Steve Anderson: andsteve1@bellsouth.net Capt. Raymond Baird 561-339-1459 Capt. Ron Doerr: fish@captainronbiteme.com
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