The originators of mothership/panga fishing

 
  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
WHAT TO BRING

SUGGESTED PERSONAL ITEMS
This checklist is to help you remember items that will allow you to enjoy yourself.  It is not all-inclusive, and is meant only to assist you on the trip.
For travel in Mexico you must have at least one valid ID, which includes  a photograph, such as a drivers license.  To return to the United States, as of the end of January, 2008, you will need: Preferably a current passport, or, at the least, one photo ID and a copy of your birth certificate; in other words, proof of citizenship.
ITEMS TO BRING:
Sleeping bag
Pillow
One or two bath towels/and hand towels, beach towel
Long pants
Shorts
Swimsuit, if desired
Tee shirts, tank tops, etc.
Long-sleeved shirt
Sweatshirt
Windbreaker
Sneakers
Sandals
Personal medications
Hygiene products
Soap/shampoo
Small flashlight
Books, games, cards
Wide-brimmed hat
Sunglasses         
Sunscreen – SPF 15 or higher
Tags to mark your fish – e.g. colored plastic tiewraps with some identifier
Mask, snorkel and fins, if you wish
Camera and film (and extra batteries)
Your favorite snack (fruit is provided on board)
One case of bottled water – they can be refilled in the galley.
Clear plastic GALLON sized ziplock baggies for your filleted fish
2-3 ice chests -  50 to 78 quart size.  DO NOT  BRING LARGER (90 qt. or larger) ICE CHESTS.    DUE TO INSURANCE RESTRICTIONS, THEY WILL NOT BE ALLOWED ON THE BOAT.  IT IS A MATTER OF SAFETY FOR OUR PERSONNEL. 
NO ALCOHOL WILL BE BROUGHT ON THE BOAT.  WE HAVE GOOD QUALITY LIQUOR FOR SALE ON BOARD.
BEER - $1.50; MARGARITAS - $2.00; MIXED DRINKS - $3.00 (ex.  Absolut, Beefeaters, Ballentine’s)
YOU MAY BRING WINE ON BOARD, HOWEVER
Tips, sales of tackle, clothing, liquor, etc. is in cash only.