After four years, finaly got my first keeper rockfish.

[manlystanley]

Today, I caught:

-- 7 Rock fish.

-- The biggest were 20 and 23 inches. But the 20 inch one, was just exactly at 20. So, I literally gave it a kiss and sent it back.

-- It's in the frig at work now. I'll take a picture of it when I get home.





A couple of thanks:

All of snaggedline: Thanks for putting up with me for so long. I'm a slow learner. I appreciate your patience and help.

Steve (aka supfisher01): Many thanks for all your help. Going out with you last fall was a huge help.


Best Regards,
Stan

[rugbyfish]

Congrats! The first of many I'm sure.

[mchottie]

Some of us are still living vicariously through you, haven't caught a keeper yet for '17, not havent had enough time off work / good weather / LIFE happens / priorities to maximize my fishing trips this year.

Congrats, 23" is no slouch I bet the fight was fantastic!

[Yak67]

Way to go!! Perseverance paid off That is a good fight with a 23 incher in a Yak!

Yak67
2017 Hobie PA-12
2016 Hobie Outback LE#217

[Seasalt]

Congrats! I'm still searching for a keeper... .
Persistence paid off!

That's funny, I also contacted Supfisher01 to go out with him...

[yakscientist]

Nice! I know it took me a few months of trial and error last year to get my technique/tackle dialed in. I have only been out once so far after the June 1st limit change, and didn't catch any keeper size stripers that trip. Of course I caught a few in various spots in the trips before that though, oh well. I'm sure yours is one of many to follow this summer.

[mike o]

Way to go. The first of many.

[Jman]

Well done Stan -that's great news! Take notes on what worked well for you today and keep em coming!

[manlystanley]

Congrats! I'm still searching for a keeper... .
Persistence paid off!

That's funny, I also contacted Supfisher01 to go out with him...

I know he's been busy. I caught him at the right time last fall. Did you want to go out with me sometime? I cannot go for a few weeks. But, then I'm game.

Best Regards,
San

[baitball]

Woo Hoo! Congratulations!

What a great feeling. It's like the Red Sox finally going to the WS. :-)



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[supfisher01]

Today, I caught:

-- 7 Rock fish.

-- The biggest were 20 and 23 inches. But the 20 inch one, was just exactly at 20. So, I literally gave it a kiss and sent it back.

-- It's in the frig at work now. I'll take a picture of it when I get home.





A couple of thanks:

All of snaggedline: Thanks for putting up with me for so long. I'm a slow learner. I appreciate your patience and help.

Steve (aka supfisher01): Many thanks for all your help. Going out with you last fall was a huge help.


Best Regards,
Stan

Stan,

Your persistence and drive finally paid off handsomely! I am happy to be a part of your success but don't sell yourself short. Without putting in your time, all the advice in the world couldn't help you catch a cold. Great job!!!

The 23" fish you caught is a solid river fish that put up a great fight and make for perfect family portion grillables. I'm sure this will be the most delicious rockfish you have ever tasted!

Congrats!!

[J. Rentch]

Welcome to the group, they are fun to catch and that first one will be remembered!

[manlystanley]

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So, I'm new to posting pictures. Here is pics of the rock fish--- I hope.

[manlystanley]

Only posted one pic. Here is the second picture.

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[supfisher01]

Nice fish, Stan!