Epic offshore adventure by Jerry Nichols

Posted on November 2, 2024 by bayside425

Hook set – catching the tuna fishing bug for me! Went out October 21 with Kerry Steven, buddy of mine from Grand Bay Harbor in Waretown, and his good friends, Steve and Brian. We left the dock at about 9 am and cruised out 45 miles to the vicinity of the Atlantic Princess wreck where we encountered a large pod of dolphins. The trolling rigs went out and less than 30 min later we hooked up. Kerry and Steve took turns fighting the fish and when they finally got it to the boat Brian and I double gaffed and wrestled it into the boat. Beautiful Bluefin that measured 60”, estimated 150 lbs.

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