In this episode of Fishing for a Reason, Scott and I sit down with experts John Keizer (Salt Patrol) and Eddie Dalmau to talk about a bucket-list fishing opportunity that every Pacific Northwest angler should know about. If you’ve ever dreamed of escaping the cold drizzle of winter and hooking into hard-charging yellowtail, roosterfish, dorado, snapper, and more — this is your sign.

John and Eddie break down everything you need to know about fishing La Paz, Mexico: the fishery, the boats, the accommodations, logistics, safety, species, food, culture, and what to expect from the brand-new Salt Patrol event happening this April.

Whether you want to join the trip or learn about Baja fishing in general, this episode is packed with insider knowledge you won’t find anywhere else.

You’ll walk away with:

• Why La Paz is a blast to fish
• The species you can target in April (yellowtail, roosterfish, dorado, grouper, snapper, marlin & more)
• What “hands-on” Baja fishing really looks like
• How snapper, yellowtail, and grouper fight 
• The fishing styles you’ll experience: live-bait slow trolling, bottom drops, casting, and mixed-bag days
• What the accommodations and food scene are like in La Paz 
• Best travel logistics: flying into La Paz vs. Cabo
• How the new Salt Patrol event in La Paz event works, what’s included, and what makes it special
• What non-anglers and families can do (beaches, tours, food, shopping, whale watching, snorkeling with sea lions, etc.)

Resources & Links Referenced in the Show

- Salt Patrol La Paz Event Information
- Angler West TV Episode featuring John & Eddie (roosterfish + snapper)
- Baja Pirates Website
- Ready to book? Call Eddie at 818-383-7463

Tours Mentioned:

• Espíritu Santo Island Tour (snorkeling, beaches, sea lions)
• Balandra Beach (“mushroom rock”)
• Whale shark + whale watching tours in La Paz