Rules for the October 2018 Puerto Lobos Fishing Tournament

The Sonoran coastal community of Puerto Lobos, Sonora, Mexico
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The Third Annual Puerto Lobos Fishing Tournament will be held on October 12 and 13, 2018 along the coast of Puerto Lobos, Sonora.

Following is an overview of the tournament rules. You can view and download the pdf containing the rules here (scroll down to page 2 of the document, the English rules are on the right side of the page).

Summary of Tournament Rules

The tournament is an individual competition, and registration is 600 pesos per person. All occupants of the boat must pay the registration, except for the captain of the boat, if he is not going to be fishing. If the captain will be fishing, then he must also pay the registration.

Registration will be held on October 12 in Puerto Lobos from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Representatives from the Sonora Sub-Secretary of Fishing will sell fishing permits at a booth next to the registration location.

Participants will only use a fishing rod, and only one rod per person is allowed. One extra rod per boat will be allowed.

Only trolling and bottom fishing are allowed. All fish species are accepted, except for species that are endangered or otherwise prohibited.

Competitors are expected to be civil to others. Any threats, vulgar language or other form of mistreatment directed at tournament organizers or competitors will be grounds for disqualification.

Boats will depart from the pier at 6:00 a.m. and must return by 4:00 p.m. The tournament director reserves the right to modify tournament hours based on weather conditions.

The fishing area will be the entire Sea of Cortez area around Puerto Lobos. All boats will have a number assigned and will depart from the pier. Boats will be inspected before leaving and upon their return.

The tournament winner will be the person who lands the heaviest fish. In the case of a tie, the first-weighed fish will win.

Fish may be submitted for weighing throughout the day. The weigh scale judge will give the competitor a weight ticket, and it is the responsibility of the competitor to verify that the time and weight listed on the ticket are correct.

More info about the Fishing Tournament, other events and lodging information

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Puerto Lobos October 2018 Fishing Tournament
The beach at Desemboque, Sonora, Mexico

Third Annual Fishing Tournament in Puerto Lobos

The Sonoran coastal community of Puerto Lobos, Sonora, Mexico
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Loads of Activities for a Beautiful October Weekend on the Coast

Get ready for a weekend of sun and beautiful weather for the third annual Puerto Lobos Fishing Tournament on October 13, 2018 in Puerto Lobos, Caborca, Sonora. And in addition to great fishing, there will be activities for bicyclists, 4×4 desert drivers and motorcycle and sand drag enthusiasts.

Open registration for the tourney goes until 8:00 p.m. on Friday, October 12, and the fishing begins at 6:00 a.m. on Saturday. Awards will be presented at 5:00 p.m. Saturday afternoon.

Other Saturday events include:

A “Paseo Ciclista,” a bicycle ride along the coast from Desemboque to Puerto Lobos that starts at 8:00 a.m.

A 4×4 off-road run through the desert from Caborca to Puerto Lobos that starts at 9:00 a.m. and

Sand drags at Playa Blanca beach in Puerto Lobos starting at 4:00 p.m.

And the Filibusteros de Caborca motorcycle club will have a motorcycle exhibition starting at 5:00 p.m.

For more information, call +52 (637) 372-3344, send an email or contact us.

Tournament Rules

Hotel Reservations

Make your reservations now, while rooms are still available.

In Desemboque (a short drive from Puerto Lobos)

Hotel Playa Dorada
On the beach in Desemboque
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In Caborca (a 45-minute drive to Puerto Lobos)

Caborca Lodging

Important Tourism Safety Note

The August 2018 State Department travel advisory recommended highway 37 between Caborca and Puerto Peñasco as a safe travel route for U.S. government employees and tourists. Highway 37 connects Caborca to the coastal communities of Desemboque and Puerto Lobos.

Puerto Lobos October 2018 Fishing Tournament
The beach at Desemboque, Sonora, Mexico

December 2018 Events in Sonora, Mexico

December 2018 Events in Sonora

December 2017 Events in Sonora, Mexico

This last month of the year is when two of the country’s biggest religious events occur, the feast day of Mexico’s patron saint, the Virgin of Guadalupe, and Christmas. The Christmas season is also a time when friends, families and coworkers get together for the seasonal fiestas known as posadas.

1 – 5

Festival Cultural “Sauce en el Agua” (Willow in the Water)
Hustabampo
This cultural and arts festival starts in late November, and celebrates the 142nd anniversary of the founding of Huatabampo. Its name reflects the meaning of the name Huatabampo, words in the language of the Mayo that mean “willow in the water.”

Peregrinations to the Virgin of Guadalupe

Many parishes have a peregrination procession on the days prior to the feast day of the Virgin of Guadalupe. Sometimes the processions collect canned goods and other non-perishable food items for the parish.

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Feast Day of the Virgin of Guadalupe
This is a major religious holiday in Mexico, as most pueblos hold celebrations in honor of the country’s patron saint. It is also the day of the largest peregrination procession for the Virgin of Guadalupe.

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Las Posadas
This is the traditional Christmas party season, so named in remembrance of Mary and Joseph’s journey to Bethlehem.

During this time of the Christmas season, kindergarten and elementary school students may present a Pastorela, a play that depicts the Nativity.

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Christmas Eve
The last posada is held on Christmas Eve, also known as Noche Buena, when families traditionally have a late-night dinner. Masses are also held on Christmas Eve.

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Navidad – Christmas
Christmas Day masses, gift exchanges. The Christmas season continues until the Dia de los Tres Reyes (Day of the Three Kings) on January 6, when children receive their last Christmas gifts.

Año Nuevo – New Year’s Eve
December 31st

A peregrination for the Virgin of Guadalupe in Santa Ana, Sonora
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November 2018 Events in Sonora

November 2018 Events in Sonora, Mexico

Happenings and events in the state of Sonora, Mexico for the month of November 2018.

While the northern regions may be experiencing winter cold, it is hard to even imagine that it is winter in Sonora, with sunshine and temperatures in the mid-80’s. All the better to enjoy outdoor events.

November begins with the traditional remembrance days of All Saints Day and Day of the Dead – Dia de los Muertos. The other major November religious event in Sonora is the Festival of the Virgin of Balvanera, a major religious and cultural festival in La Aduana, in Southern Sonora near Alamos.

Guaymas pays homage to that delicious crustacean – shrimp – all month. Bikers will descend on Rocky Point for the annual mega biker event, the Rocky Point Rally. And most cities will have a parade on Revolution Day, in observance of the Mexican Revolution of 1910 – 20.

All Month

Shrimp Festival
Guaymas
This delicious crustacean is honored throughout the month of November in the seaport city of Guaymas.  Events include samples of shrimp recipes and a variety of art and cultural events.   More information is available from the Guaymas Office of Conventions and Visitors

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All Saints Day – Día de todos los Santos
Día de los Santos Inocentes
This is best known as the Catholic feast day of All Saints, and it is also the day when children who have passed away are remembered.

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Day of the Dead – Dia de los Muertos
This date is also the Catholic feast day of All Souls – Fieles Difuntos
Deceased relatives are remembered and honored in cemeteries and family homes throughout Mexico in this unique cultural celebration. In Sonora, this includes the construction of shrines in homes and public places, to honor the recently deceased. Read more about Day of the Dead in Sonora.

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Rocky Point Rally
Puerto Peñasco
This annual biker fest is not only a lot of fun, but it also raises money for charitable causes.  Events include a poker run, stunt shows, and other biker competitions.  You don’t need to be a biker to enjoy and participate in the event, there will be a variety of other fiestas as well.  More information

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Día de la Revolucion – Revolution Day
(Observed this year on Monday, November 19)
Parades and festivals mark this anniversary of the 1910 Mexican Revolution.  While not as big as the September 16th Independence Day celebrations, schools, banks and government offices are closed in observance of this national holiday.

Festival of Our Lady of Balvanera
La Aduana
This annual festival honors the Virgin of Balvanera in the small pueblo of La Aduana, Sonora (near Alamos). Many of the faithful walk the 20+ mile route from Navojoa to La Aduana to fulfill a manda or simply express their devotion to the Virgin of Balvanera.

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Southern Arizona Desert Racing (SADR) – Cholla 250
Puerto Penasco
Desert racing at various locations near Rocky Point.

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Pan de muerto - bread of the dead - on a Day of the Dead altar

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October 2018 Events in Sonora, Mexico

October 2018 Events in Sonora

October 2018 Events in Sonora, Mexico

October is a great month to be in Sonora, Mexico. Temperatures are becoming even more moderate, shrimp and other fresh seafood from the Gulf of California are in season and the events calendar is getting busy.

As the month begins, the Fiestas de Octubre in Magdalena are already in full swing, and on October 4 the fiestas will honor Saint Francis on his feast day. Other religious fiestas will honor San Rafael and San Judas Tadeo.

Other events during the month of October include cultural festivals, cotton festivals, and car and boat racing in Puerto Peñasco.

And as the month comes to a close, there are unique festivals and activities in advance of the Day of the Dead, like the annual Festival de la Calaca in Guaymas.

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XIII Festival de Teatro Universitario
Festival of University Theater
Hermosillo
University of Sonora Campus
A theater festival with more than 100 performing artists in a variety of theater presentations. More information. 

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Fiestas de San Francisco Javier / Fiestas de Octubre
Late September/early October
Magdalena de Kino
Hundreds of Catholic pilgrims walk from the border to Magdalena every year, to fulfill a manda (promise in exchange for a blessing). The festival honors the town’s patron saint, San Francisco Javier and the patron saint of Franciscans, Saint Francis of Assisi.  The week of festivities include religious observances, art, history and culture exhibitions, and muchas fiestas. More information.

5 – 6

Southern Arizona Desert Racing (SADR)
Point to Point the Long Way
Puerto Peñasco

12

Dia de la Raza – “Day of the Race” (Columbus Day)
This day observes the arrival of Christopher Columbus (Cristobal Colón) in the Americas.  The event coincides with the celebration of Columbus Day in the United States.

12 – 13

Third Annual Puerto Lobos Fishing Tournament
With 4×4 offroading, a coastal bicycle ride and sand drags
Puerto Lobos, Caborca, Sonora
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Piñata Regatta
Two days of races, a Saturday night dinner and prize raffle
Sandy Beach
Puerto Penasco

18 – 21

Festival Internacional Cervantino
On the Malecon
Puerto Penasco
More information

23 – 24

Fiestas de San Rafael and Joaquin Murrieta Days
Trincheras
Descendants of Sonora native Joaquin Murrieta host a festival in his honor, in conjunction with the municipality of Trincheras’s celebration of San Rafael, its patron saint.

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Festival del Membrillo
San Ignacio, Magdalena, Sonora

27 – 29

16th Annual Festival de la Calaca
A marvelous event that features large and very creative calacas (Day of the Dead figures) in addition to displays of Day of the Dead altars, cultural displays, musical entertainment, a Day of the Dead procession and more.
Guaymas

28

Feast Day of San Judas Tadeo (St. Jude Thaddaeus)
The patron saint of “hopeless cases and things almost dispaired of,” is widely revered in Sonora, and many towns hold processions, masses and other events in his honor.

28 – 30

HISAR Festival – Festival Hilario Sánchez Rubio
Empalme
Plaza Independencia (El Tinaco)

30 – 31

3ro Festival Panteonero
Day of the Dead Festivities
Caborca

Other Events – Dates not yet announced

Feria de Algodón – Cotton Fair
San Luis Rio Colorado
Caborca

Festival de la Calaca 2018
Casa de la Cultura, Ciudad Obregon

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September 2018 Events in Sonora

September 2018 Events in Sonora, Mexico

September is an active and exciting month in Sonora and the rest of Mexico. It is a month of patriotism, with lots of civic and relgious events to celebrate.

The summer heat subsides, monsoon rains have ended and although the weather may still be a bit warm but the skies are blue and the evenings fabulous.

This is the mes patria, the month of the homeland in Mexico. Independence Day is on September 16, and the night before Sonorans will gather at their palacio municipal for the “grito de independencia,” the shout of independence – Viva Mexico!

There are also several major feast days for Catholic saints in September that are observed in Sonoran pueblos. Santa Rosalia, the Virgin of Loreto, the Virgin de los Dolores and the feast day of saints San Gabriel, San Rafael and the Archangel San Miguel. And perhaps the biggest celebration begins during the last month of September in Magdalena de Kino, in advance of the Feast Day of Saint Francis on October 4.

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First Sunday of September – Aunt’s Day (Dia de la Tia)

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Arivechi – Fiestas patronal en honor a Santa Rosalía (3-4)

4

Feast Day of Santa Rosalía

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Suagui Grande – Fiesta en honor de la Virgen del Rosario (7-8)

Villa Pesqueira – Fiesta similiar pero denominada Bajada de la Virgen de Guadalupe (7-11)

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Feast Day of the Virgen of Loreto

Bacadéhuachi – Fiesta patronal de la Virgen de Loreto. Verbena popular (8-10)

San Miguel de Horcasitas – Fiesta patronal en honor a la Virgen de Loreto (8-12)

13

Day of the Boy Heroes (Día de los Niños Héroes)
This annual event honors the cadets who died defending the castle of Chapultepec in Mexico City from an advancing force of American soldiers.

15

Feast Day of the Virgen de los Dolores

Sáric – Fiesta patronal en honor de la Virgen de los Dolores

Banámichi – Fiesta Patronal de Nuestra Señora de Loreto. Baile de coronación de la reina y carreras de caballos (15-20)

Grito de Independencia – Grito de Dolores

On the eve of Mexican Independence Day, elected officials throughout Mexico will wave a Mexican Flag while they and crowds gathered below are shouting “Viva Mexico!.” This tradition, also known as the Grito de Dolores, is a tradition that harkens back to when Father Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla first made the declaration at the start of the Mexican Revolution in 1810.

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Mexican Independence Day – Dia de la Independencia

17

Tepache – Festival Sierra Alta (17-18)

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Empalme – Founding anniversary celebration – Festejo de aniversario de la fundación del municipio

21

Day of the Photographer – Día del Fotógrafo

25

Festivals of the Sierra Alta (25 – 27)

Bacadéhuachi – Festival de La Sierra Alta

Bacerac – Festival de La Sierra Alta

Huachinera – Festival de La Sierra Alta

27

International Tourism Day – Día Mundial del Turismo

29

Feast Day of San Gabriel, San Rafael and the Archangel San Miguel

Santos Arcángeles San Miguel, San Gabriel y San Rafael

Soyopa – Fiestas en Honor de San Miguel

Bacerac – Fiestas patronales en honor of San Miguel Arcángel

Bacoachi – Fiestas patronales en honor de San Miguel Arcángel

Bavispe – Fiestas patronales en honor de San Miguel Arcángel (29-31)

Last week of September

Magdalena de Kino – Fiestas de San Francisco Javier (to Oct. 4)

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