I figure I should make a post about what has been occupying my time lately. It all started with the quest for some exercise that I could also enjoy with my son. I found a deal on a 2007 leftover Pelican Apex II tandem sit-on-top kayak. As I was researching information on kayaking, I came across some kayak fishing sites. With rising gas prices and the threat of treacherous rocks in my area, using the kayak to fish instead of my brother's 16' Whaler became a great idea.
I joined a few kayak fishing sites in the area, and even went to the saltwater fishing show in Providence to meet a few of the guys. Since then, I have gone out a couple times with a guy from the forums to see if we could land some fish. I haven't caught anything yet this year, but just being out on the water is so peaceful. This past Saturday, I attended a seminar on kayak fishing given by a couple of the guys I met through the forums. It was a great time to meet more people and get ideas on how I want to eventually rig out my kayak.
Just like offroading, you have to invest of equipment. So far I have purchased waders, dry top, upgraded paddle, navigation light, dry bag, portable fish finder, paddle straps, tackle bag, 2 new fishing rods, pfd, various other paddling clothing, and the list will go on. Right now, I am using 2 rod holders that I made out of spare speaker mounts and pvc.
My son fishing from the flats at low tide.
Chart of my fishing grounds.
Homemade rod holders installed.
Sunset from the kayak.
Launch site at dead low.