St. Thomas US Virgin Islands

[flyman013]

Had an incredible opportunity to go to St. Thomas and visit with my in-laws. Did some fishing there when the weather permitted. We chartered a boat to go about 20 miles off-shore for about anything that would hit. First off, I have never been on a charter boat before and I have a whole new respect for crewmen and captains. My hat goes off to all you captains and mates if you work as hard as these guys did.

Started the trip trolling and had a hit off the bat. As my father-in-law brought it in, I guess the shark wanted it more. Not sure what kind of shark it was, but the half-fish was a blackfin tuna. Sorry, pic was too big to post.

My turn next and I pulled in a 15 lb kingfish.

My mother-in-law beat me out and caught a 25 lb kingfish.

The wife got in on the action and caught two barracudas.

To end the day with a bang, I reeled in a good size wahoo. This was a blast! 48 lbs. of pure muscle on 30 lb. spinning tackle. I think this one may go on the wall.

The diving and snorkeling along the reefs is phenomenal! Here is one of my favorite pictures from one of my snorkel adventures.

Had a great time, but am glad to be home to some cooler weather. I guess I have too much Michigan blood in me.

[GLF]

Looks like a lot of fun Peter. Thanks for the pictures.

[A-Fishy-Anado]

Very cool Pete. I want to catch a wahoo....i hear that they can swim up to 60 mph:eek:

[Just Hook'n]

That is awesome.

Heck ya that Wahoo should go on the wall.