The Fisherman's Eden

The mistral, the dominant wind on our island, generates waves on the western side that break as they approach the shore, only to die back at the water's edge. This dynamic coastal current creates bottom currents that churn the surface sand on the beaches, exposing various organisms, such as worms, bivalves, and shells, which fish (mainly white bream, gilt-head bream, and sea bass) are fond of. Based on this phenomenon, a specific fishing technique was developed in Sardinia about 60 years ago:
Surfcasting. It was an unexpected success, especially since it was an island, so you could practice this sport anywhere—for example, in Orosei with easterly winds, in Badesi with northerly winds, in Pula with southerly winds.

Surfcasting has contributed significantly to entrenching fishing in the social fabric, so much so that it has sparked a revival of fishing in general, including boat fishing, both amateur and recreational. In short, the island was, and fortunately still is, a fisherman's paradise. Indeed, amateur fishing is also an economic activity. Fishing charters have sprung up everywhere, operating year-round, providing a wide and appreciated
tourist service, in every port, landing place or marina, specialized in all disciplines.

But the most incredible aspect, the one that demonstrates the appeal of this activity without social barriers, is its economic potential. In the northeast, specifically in Porto Rotondo, there is a community that has found an attractive location, a boat to go fishing (remember that Olbia has one of the first nautical centers in the Mediterranean), and finally a home to spend the summer and many weekends in the remaining months. The final touch, the one that fulfills the desire for a modern interpretation of fishing, is competitive catch-and-release. This philosophy, promoted by the Americans and the IGFA (International Game Fish Association), also includes a scientific approach with programs to measure and tag the most sensitive or endangered fish.

 

 

 

 

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