Porgy Fishing

[Dalejam]

So I went porgy fishing first time. that was a different experience. for such a small fish they put up one hell of a fight. I should not say small some were as big as 17 inches.  first time I ate porgy too. what a decent tasting fish it is. a bit of work to clean but well worth it.
 

[fluke - u]

  ... Nice work Dale ...

[Hotrod]

 Cool !!

[Pfishingruven]

 

[IrishAyes]

 

[SHARKBITE]

Dalejam, we had @500 on Saturday with a 10 man crew on Monger. I really haven't fished them as a target species but you're right, they give a good little fight, fun with double headers. Learned about fillets also, cut off the red meat in center, use larger piece for cooking and the opposite side will have a firm smaller piece that is great for making ceviche if you like that. I was told to try with the red meat and w/o. Personally like the taste better with out the red in it,

[Dalejam]

That is correct just cut that red line out and do what ever with it. that is all bones.

needless to say I did not catch as many as my friends, but my first time out. net time I would like to bring home 30 the limit.

will let you know how I do next time out.

Thank you all for the comments.

I see I have been the one contributing to KAYAK FISHING lately. but I hope people will see it and join in and ask questions.

be safe and were your PFD.

[fellinger]

Dale: Would you mind sharing a rough area? I am heading out in the AM with some friends who just want some action. I was planning on looking for the porgies since they are being caught in good numbers. I was thinking Shrewsberry Rocks or Sandy Hook Reef.

[Hunter 2]

Nice report. 

Most areas that hold tog or sea bass have porgies on them now. Depth from 30 to 50'