I'm new to the area and looking for some pointers. We really enjoyed catching red snappers in the gulf off of oil riggs. Simple fishing for the amatuers and great on the grill. What is a similar sport fish. We have a smaller (boat 26') and don't want to head out too far, but are willing to go a few miles. Any pointers or help would be great.

The closest thing to a Gulf Rig we have is the Chesapeake Light Tower,you will be able to catch Spade fish and Amberjacks in a 6 to 8 weeks.The Chesapeake Bay bridge tunnel is also similar but alot longer with a ripping current. You can catch just about everything there except for Offshore species.South of the boarder there is Tower A b and c they hold Mako Sharks,Permit,All kinds of Jacks,Cobia.They catch Snapper on some of the wrecks in North Carolina I am not sure how far north they will go.Snapper are fun to catch I have caught them down in MooreHead City a Few times.

What kind of boat do you have? If you have the right safety equipment and check the weather frequently, you shouldn't have any trouble taking a 26' offshore. A lot of guys on this board go out in boats smaller than that.

There is a cca fishing show this weekend at the pavillion which has seminars on just about all the fish caught in this area. Probably a good idea to get local info.

i was wondering if the greater amberjack was a good eating fish or if it has worms in it like some of the other amberjack

Tidewater Fresh & Saltwater Fishing Show
The CCA and the Sportsman Magazine will present the Tidewater Fresh & Saltwater Fishing Show at the Virginia Beach Pavilion on March 11-13, 2005. There will be exibitors from all over the United States displaying fishing tackle, rods, nautical jewelry, art, charters, and many other items pertaining to fresh and saltwater marine sports. Also show specials on learning to cast net throwing, fly tying, knot tying & tackle rigging. There will also be continous seminars on all types of fishing, fresh and saltwater. The show hours will be Friday 4pm-to 9pm, Saturday 9am to 7pm, and Sunday 9am to 5pm. Admission: $5; children under 12 free with an adult.

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can anyone give me the coordanites to any of the wrecks?

I was a Gulf fisherman, until I talked to that Navy recruiter. I grew up in Mobile, You?