In Detail
René Willebaldo Chan Velázquez
Birthday:
June, 20 1996
Birth place:
Dzula , Quintana Roo.
Years working with us:
28 years
Brief background:
He started guiding back when Playa Blanca was built.
About him:
He describes himself as a very relax person who is very committed to his job and service.
René has very good eyes for Tarpon and know how to navigate the Bays and the Lagoons.
Eladio Chim Ruíz
Birthday:
December, 16 1960
Birth place:
Libre Unión, Yucatán.
Years working with us:
47 years
Brief background:
He started at a young age in Boca Paila when there was nothing there yet. He has crafted his kills as a Fly-Fishing guide for over 25 years.
About him:
Eladio, or “Señor” as everyone knows him, is a very skilled guide who is going to put you right where the fish are.
Andrés de la Cruz Jiménez
Birthday:
December, 16 1960
Birth place:
Tonalá, Veracruz.
Years working with us:
24 years
Brief background:
Andrés has his roots in Punta Pajaros. He started in the conservation area, then moved to Hospitality, then to Marina and at last he became a Fly-Fishing guide, who now hold this year’s record of Grand Slams.
About him:
Andrés eyes for Permit are unparallel. His great attitude for his job makes him a very valuable guide.
Rafael de la Cruz Jiménez
Birthday:
April, 13 – ?
Birth place:
Tonalá, Veracruz.
Years working with us:
30 years
Brief background:
Being from Veracruz, Rafael joined the Team over 25 years ago as a boat captain. He learned the fishing arts as a very young man
About him:
If you want to sharp your skill with the Bonefish and Tarpon, Rafael will take you to the best flats of the Bays.
Luís Hernández González
Birthday:
February, 24 1976
Birth place:
Tonalá, Veracruz.
Years working with us:
14 years
Brief background:
Luis have been guiding for a long time. Started as a young boat captain in Casa Blanca, Luis has made his way to become a very good Fly-Fishing Guide and person.
About him:
Luis is always very positive and like to share the emotion of landing a nice fish. He is the man if you want to have a nice day in the Flats.
José Arsenio Peraza Canul
Birthday:
August, 27 1974
Birth place:
Libre Unión, Yucatán.
Years working with us:
32 years
Brief background:
José or “Oso” like everyone calls him, started in Casa Blanca when he was very young. His more than 30 years working for the Lodges proves that he is one of the best guides in the region.
About him:
José has a lot of knowledge of both Bays. He will do everything he can to find you the fish.
Luis Alberto Martínez Rodríguez
Birthday:
May, 22 1991
Birth place:
Tonalá, Veracruz.
Years working with us:
2 years
Brief background:
Beto is part of the new generation of Fly-Fishing guides of Casa Blanca. His fresh mentality and very good attitude have proved that he is ready for the game.
About him:
Beto’s skills to find Permits and guide you to be able to take the shot, is the reason why he Is part of the guide team.
Carlos Vázquez Santillan
Birthday:
February, 4 1974
Birth place:
Campeche, Campeche.
Years working with us:
30 years
Brief background:
Carlos is a very appreciated guide, with more than 30 years in Casa Blanca. His professionalism and amazing attitude will make your fishing experience a very unique one.
About him:
He has been described as a very skilled guide. He is patient and will tell you where that fish is.
Atanasio Nájera Ortiz
Birthday:
August, 7 1978
Birth place:
Coatzacoalcos, Tonalá, Veracruz
Years working with us:
15 years
Brief background:
Atanasio has made his way back to Casa Blanca after some time working on the Gulf of Mexico. He has more than 15 years of experience in the Fly-Fishing guiding world.
About him:
Atanasio is very good at finding you the fish you are looking for. On boat or wedging, Atanasio will take you to the spot.
Tomas Hernández López
Birthday:
March, 7 1963
Birth place:
Nueva Padilla Tamaulipas.
Years working with us:
27 years (40 years as fishing guide)
Brief background:
Tomás started guiding fresh water fishing in Tamaulipas. He made his way down to the Caribbean coast of México over 40 years ago.
About him:
He is very passionate about Fly Fishing. He loves nature and he will show you the best places in the area.
Oswaldo Flores Cupido
Birthday:
September, 12 1991
Birth place:
Tonalá, Veracruz.
Years working with us:
1 Year
Brief background:
Oswaldo is representing the young generation of Fly-Fishing guides of Casa Blanca. His commitment to his job is prove that he likes what he does.
About him:
He takes his job very seriously and he will make everything he can to get you to the spot and find you the fish.