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Posted on July 28, 2024July 28, 2024

Albacore….

Kevin Madruga , sends in these photos , it is now the time of the year to head up to  Oregon to hit the Albacore run. Thank You Kevin as always . Share your photos at sdtunaboats@cox.net or on Twitter@sdtunaboats  . 

Posted on July 25, 2024

Pacific Princess…

A wonderful photo of the Tuna Seiner  Pacific Princess , coming to the skiff in a set in The Western Pacific. Built By Campbells Industries in 1978 and still active today. Share your photos at sdtunaboats@cox.net or on Twitter@sdtunaboats  . 
Posted on July 21, 2024

Gina Anne 1981…

Corey Jardin sends in a couple of photos from the Gina Anne in 1981. Top photo is his Father Carlos Jardin, giving his son a fresh haircut. Bottom photo is some of the crew, with Corey on the left.  Thank you Corey. Share your photos at sdtunaboats@cox.net or on Twitter@sdtunaboats  . 

Posted on July 15, 2024

Marietta…

The Tuna Seiner Marietta , built by Martinac Shipyard in 1968. Share your photos at sdtunaboats@cox.net or on Twitter@sdtunaboats  . 
Posted on July 11, 2024

Capt Joe Jorge….

The Tuna Seiner Capt Joe Jorge , launched by Campbells Industries in 1972 under its original name the Elizabeth C.J  . Share your photos at sdtunaboats@cox.net or on Twitter@sdtunaboats  . 
Posted on July 9, 2024

Carol Linda…

The Tuna Seiner Carol Linda , built by Burton Shipyard in Port Arthur , Tx in 1980. Share your photos at sdtunaboats@cox.net or on Twitter@sdtunaboats  . 
Posted on July 6, 2024

Chiriqui I ….

The Tuna Seiner Chiriqui I , built by Campbells Industries  in 1975 and still fishing today under its new name, The  Nair . Share your photos at sdtunaboats@cox.net or on Twitter@sdtunaboats  . 
Posted on July 1, 2024July 1, 2024

Cape Cod….

The Tuna Seiner Cape Cod , launched by Campbells Shipyard in  1978 ,  under its original name Uncle Louie . Thank You to Kevin Madruga for sharing this photo . Share your photos at sdtunaboats@cox.net or on Twitter@sdtunaboats  . 

Posted on June 29, 2024

Cape Elizabeth III….

The Tuna Seiner Cape Elizabeth III, launched by Martinac Shipyard in 1990, under its original name Bold Adventuress . Thank You to Kevin Madruga for the photo. Share your photos at sdtunaboats@cox.net or on Twitter@sdtunaboats  . 

Posted on June 27, 2024

Cape May….

The Tuna Seiner Cape May, launched by Martinac Shipyard in 1982 under its original name Legacy. Thank You to Kevin Madruga for sending in this photo. Share your photos at sdtunaboats@cox.net or on Twitter@sdtunaboats  . 

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This site is dedicated to my father, James Lira, the man who passed on his passion for fishing to me. He and all the men that spent their lives on the ocean will never be forgotten.

ABOUT THIS BLOG

Hi, my name is Jimmy, I’m second generation Portuguese on my Dad’s side and first generation on my Mom’s. I’ve always had a passion for Tuna Boats and their colorful history and have, over the years, amassed a large library of photos and many stories to go with them. In the hopes of keeping some of this history alive — and perhaps passing this tradition on to my son — I’ve created this site to share my memories and photos in honor of my Portuguese heritage and for the men that made their living at sea and also to those who lost their lives at sea, may they rest in peace. I hope you enjoy my photos and ramblings. Please feel welcome to share your thoughts and pictures too, I’ll be happy to post them for you. Many of the pictures you’ll see have been donated by other Portuguese and Italian friends/families and many are from my own collection, but all are treasured. Please enjoy…

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sdtunaboats San Diego Tuna Boats @sdtunaboats ·
5 May

The Tuna Seiner Conquest, in San Diego Bay shortly after being launched by Campbell’s Shipyard in 1973.

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30 Apr

This is a photo of the Tuna Seiner Ocean Pearl, in a morning set in the Western Pacific. Built by Campbell’s Shipyard in 1981.

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27 Apr

A beautiful photo of the Tuna Seiner Bold Adventuress, built by Martinac Shipyard in 1990.

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21 Apr

The Tuna Seiner Proud Heritage , built by San Diego Marine Shipyard in 1973. #SanDiego

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