Why Fishing in Guatemala is the BEST in the World (it's not just the fish)

Most fishing stories get told through numbers. How many fish. How big. How fast the bite was. This one starts somewhere else. At Pacific Fins in Guatemala, the real story lives in the captains, the mates, and the culture they build on the water and back at the dock. In this episode, Jay Rodriguez breaks down why the education, the attention, and the human connection matter more than the catch count. From a captain stepping off the bridge to fix a technique in real time, to mates treating every angler like family, this is what makes a fishery sustainable and unforgettable. We also dig into the Billfish Conservation Project, why healthy releases protect the future of this fishery, and how Pacific Fins balances world-class fishing with real stewardship. If you care about fishing as a craft, a culture, and a long game, this one’s for you. Check out Pacific Fins: https://pacificfinsresort.com/ SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Bloody Battery: https://www.bloodybattery.com Shady Rays: https://www.shadyrays.com (use code SCIENCE for 35% off) E-Sea Rider Marine Bean Bags: https://www.eseaerider.com REEL IN SOME MERCH Shop official Science of Fishing gear: https://www.thescienceoffishing.com/merch JOIN THE COMMUNITY Questions, guest requests, or ideas? Email Mark: [email protected] FOLLOW SCIENCE OF FISHING Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/scienceoffishing TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@scienceoffishing Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/scienceoffishing Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/scienceoffish #scienceoffishing #fishing #fishinglife