The Mixed Bag Blog

Seasonal hooks, deal explainers, and reports from the water.

Seasonal · June 26, 2026

California Salmon Is Back in 2026: Where and When to Fish the Reopening

After a multi-year closure, California ocean salmon reopened in 2026. Here's where the season opened, when to go, and how to get on a boat before the rush.

Seasonal · June 20, 2026

San Diego Bluefin Tuna: Your July Peak-Season Game Plan

July is peak bluefin tuna season in San Diego. Here's your game plan: trip types, what it costs, how to prepare, and how to land a last-minute seat.

How It Works · June 15, 2026

How Last-Minute Charter Deals Work (and How to Grab One)

Empty charter seats are perishable inventory. Here's how captains turn unsold spots into vetted last-minute deals — and how you grab one before it's gone.