I love fishing on North Andros and will be heading back again the first week of December. It’s famous (rightfully so) for it’s large and plentiful bonefish and fisherman are treated to the ultimate experience when working with some world class guides. And is one of my wife’s and my favorite locations for spectacular DIY fishing. Following is a description along with a few pictures of Eva’s Bonefishing Lodge provided to me by their Marketing Manager, Jason Edgecombe. I have seen the lodge and it is beautiful but never stayed there myself. I believe they are mostly a “guide fishing” operation but there are DIY opportunities within the immediate area for those who want to change it up a little. Eva’s Bonefishing Lodge “Eva’s is an intimate bonefishing lodge located in the heart of Staniard Creek, North Andros, and is perfect for small groups. The charming lodge has six air conditioned guestrooms, each featuring two queen beds and a full private bath. The main lodge is appointed with finely crafted wood floors and ceilings to create a feeling of peace and serenity. The lodge’s lounge area is popular with guests that like to enjoy a cocktail, socialize, or simply relax and watch TV or read a book after a long day on the water. The lodge also has a fly tying station set up for those anglers who enjoy the challenge of creating their own variations of the popular bonefish patters, or even creating something new from their own imagination. Each day at Eva’s starts with a full breakfast in the lodge’s dining room before anglers meet their guide to discuss the plan for the day. By 8:00 AM guests are on the water heading to the flats, which are on average located about 20 minutes from the dock. Guests return to the dock by 4:00 PM each day and have some time to freshen up before happy hour, followed by a savory dinner of local cuisine including fresh seafood like conch, lobster, or grouper. Desert usually consists of a homemade treat like Key Lime pie. Andros Island is considered by many to be the bonefishing capital of the world. The lodge owners, management, and guides have a long history of accommodating visiting anglers, and know how to satisfy their guests. Most of the fishing takes place in shallow water averaging 1-2 feet deep, and although fishing from the front of a flats skiff is productive, the area also provides outstanding opportunities for wading. Andros Island bonefish average 4-5 pounds, and are larger than those found in Belize and many other Caribbean nations, but on average are smaller than those found in the Florida Keys. Fortunately, the bonefish in this area are generally a lot more cooperative than those in the Keys, so it’s a good place for a fly angler that wants to chase bonefish for the first time. Although bonefish are available year around, peak season is generally February through June. Fall is also a popular time to visit Andros, and some of the biggest fish of the season are caught in October through early December. Winter can be good, but there is an elevated risk of inclement weather that could result in slower fishing.” Thanks Jason
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