Bryce_Fishin24 Posted May 31, 2015 Posted May 31, 2015 Hello everyone on Tuesday my friend invited me to go deep sea fishing with him, we're heading out somewhere out of Southern California I'm not for sure I just know we're fishing, I don't get motion sickness but am nervous of being on a boat in the middle of no where, tips on what to expect on a deep sea trip? Quote
Super User A-Jay Posted May 31, 2015 Super User Posted May 31, 2015 Ask your friend what the name of the boat is and call them. They will be most happy to answer all your questions regarding what to bring, wear and the tackle you'll be using as well as what fish you could hope to catch. The boat may even have a web site that has FAQ's and other info you'll be glad to Know BEFORE you head out to Sea, Good Luck and say hello to Willy for us . . . . A-Jay 1 Quote
Super User retiredbosn Posted May 31, 2015 Super User Posted May 31, 2015 And take Dramamine before heading out, not getting motion sickness in a car, or rollercoaster, our even air sickness its not the same as seasick. I spent the first six months in the coast guard at the rail feeding fish. Took me a long time to acclimate and I had never had motionsickness prior to being at sea. Many people had told me that if u can read while riding in a car then u won't get seasick, lol, I did allot. On another note I remember my first time out, the feeling I had when I lost sight of land the first time. It was a humbling awestruck feeling that I've never been able to express adequately, definitely a moment I'll never forget. You realize partly just how small and limited you're life has been. Growing up in the mountains like I did you had to look up to see the sky, there I just looked out that's all I saw, miles on endless miles of horizon where the sky and sea met. Sure I had been to the beach, but its not the same, it was awesome. Sunsets at sea are amazing, being at sea on a small boat, is just awesome, it definitely gets in your blood. I've had ppl ask how we couldn't find an airplane, or a thousand foot freighter. All I can say is one trip out and you quickly realize how insignificant and small you are in comparison. All the land you've ever seen or traveled on is miniscule compared to the vastness of the ocean. 1 Quote
Bryce_Fishin24 Posted May 31, 2015 Author Posted May 31, 2015 And take Dramamine before heading out, not getting motion sickness in a car, or rollercoaster, our even air sickness its not the same as seasick. I spent the first six months in the coast guard at the rail feeding fish. Took me a long time to acclimate and I had never had motionsickness prior to being at sea. Many people had told me that if u can read while riding in a car then u won't get seasick, lol, I did allot. On another note I remember my first time out, the feeling I had when I lost sight of land the first time. It was a humbling awestruck feeling that I've never been able to express adequately, definitely a moment I'll never forget. You realize partly just how small and limited you're life has been. Growing up in the mountains like I did you had to look up to see the sky, there I just looked out that's all I saw, miles on endless miles of horizon where the sky and sea met. Sure I had been to the beach, but its not the same, it was awesome. Sunsets at sea are amazing, being at sea on a small boat, is just awesome, it definitely gets in your blood. I've had ppl ask how we couldn't find an airplane, or a thousand foot freighter. All I can say is one trip out and you quickly realize how insignificant and small you are in comparison. All the land you've ever seen or traveled on is miniscule compared to the vastness of the ocean. . It all sounds amazing and I can't wait! Maybe because I'm just a chicken of being far from land and I've seen titanic too much? Quote
Super User retiredbosn Posted May 31, 2015 Super User Posted May 31, 2015 . It all sounds amazing and I can't wait! Maybe because I'm just a chicken of being far from land and I've seen titanic too much? You'll have a great time even if you don't catch anything, its all new. Take the time to experience it all. Just enjoy the time out there, the crew who takes u out will be professionals each logging the required time and passing the tests needed to be a licensed captain and crew. Quote
Super User 00 mod Posted May 31, 2015 Super User Posted May 31, 2015 Make sure to be hydrated. Drink plenty of water! Best advice I can give to combat seasickness! Jeff 1 Quote
atcoha Posted June 1, 2015 Posted June 1, 2015 seasickness....don't fight it, let it rip. You will feel better after. Might take awhile to acclimate to the "motion", once you do, eat some crackers, drink a bunch of water, the sun and that salt air will dehydrate you very quickly, and you won't see that coming. It's no biggie, go and have fun, think about the fishing, not the pukin'! Quote
Super User SirSnookalot Posted June 1, 2015 Super User Posted June 1, 2015 It isn't stated if it's a charter or private boat, or even the size of the boat. I can understand being a little nervous never doing it before, but don't worry. The only concern is changing weather, a captain or experienced boat owner will be aware of that long before you. Just in the last 10 years I fished off private boats 21-28' 2 times a week, plus charters and head boats which are much larger. My basic training was on the Great Lakes much of it in very small boats. Ocean alone I've been out well over 500 times, only once to my memory was I nervous, and that was short lived. Out with partner in a 21' Polar a squall came up, strong wind with heavy rain, sea got very rough. All we could do was wait it out, that's when the fishing got hot, for nearly an hour we had a king or sailfish on the line at all times, best offshore fishing we ever had. Once it got calm the bite died. Enjoy yourself and don't get spooked. Quote
Super User Fishing Rhino Posted June 1, 2015 Super User Posted June 1, 2015 And take Dramamine before heading out, not getting motion sickness in a car, or rollercoaster, our even air sickness its not the same as seasick. I spent the first six months in the coast guard at the rail feeding fish. Took me a long time to acclimate and I had never had motionsickness prior to being at sea. Many people had told me that if u can read while riding in a car then u won't get seasick, lol, I did allot. On another note I remember my first time out, the feeling I had when I lost sight of land the first time. It was a humbling awestruck feeling that I've never been able to express adequately, definitely a moment I'll never forget. You realize partly just how small and limited you're life has been. Growing up in the mountains like I did you had to look up to see the sky, there I just looked out that's all I saw, miles on endless miles of horizon where the sky and sea met. Sure I had been to the beach, but its not the same, it was awesome. Sunsets at sea are amazing, being at sea on a small boat, is just awesome, it definitely gets in your blood. I've had ppl ask how we couldn't find an airplane, or a thousand foot freighter. All I can say is one trip out and you quickly realize how insignificant and small you are in comparison. All the land you've ever seen or traveled on is miniscule compared to the vastness of the ocean. Did you know there are two stages to sea sickness? The first stage is when you are afraid you're going to die. The second stage is when you are afraid you're not going to die. It is amazing how quickly the "illness" vanishes as soon as you get into a calm harbor. 2 Quote
preach4bass Posted June 2, 2015 Posted June 2, 2015 The first time I went out we left before sunrise and were well offshore before the sun started to rise. I was taking it all in on one side of the boat, then glanced towards the other side and saw a weird looking ball just above the water. I asked the captain what it was. He just smiled and said, "The sun...." Never seen a sunrise like it before or since! I was the only first-timer on the boat so they let me reel in the first fish (a dolphin). I was looking at my line going off to the right side of the boat when all of a sudden the most beautiful fish jumped on the left side. The best way I know how to explain it was that it looked like a blue and yellow neon sign. When I saw it it said, "Wow! Look at THAT fish!" The other three guy's started laughing and said, Yeah, Quote
preach4bass Posted June 2, 2015 Posted June 2, 2015 That's the fish you're reeling in! I've never reeled a fish in so fast in my life! One of my buddies was gaffed it while I put my rod back in the holder. By the time I got to my beautiful fish it was dull grey. I told them that there was no way that was the same fish I had seen jump. They laughed again and explained that they lose their color fast when they die. Like most of the guys on here, I've been blessed to fish thousands of times in hundreds of great places. But, the first time going offshore will be a trip I will never forget. I hope you have a great time and make some lasting memories! Good luck! Quote
Super User SirSnookalot Posted June 2, 2015 Super User Posted June 2, 2015 Green fish are ones that are still "ripe", not ready to be landed. Brownfish are the ones that are tired out, many species fade or lose color. 1 Quote
Super User bigbill Posted June 3, 2015 Super User Posted June 3, 2015 Here in the northeast on party boats out of PT Judith, westerly,RI. We fish for cod, Pollack, weakfish, flounder. We use a Penn reel with a large rod with heavy pound test. And a 20oz weight. We drop it till it hits the bottom them reel iT up a foot or two and wait for a bite. Quote
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