My last good trip in that area was Nov. 2015.  The kelp was gone but big fish were plentiful. The day of the attached picture, a couple of 40 inch lings were attacking 30 plus inch lings that I  hooked. Exciting to see the big ones boatside. I didnt keep any of them big ones.
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I bleed my fish and hang it on the side.  I have a Shark Shield turned on too.

Enjoy !

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I am bit different having started with an Eagle Cuda 3.5 inch B&W screen FF/ GPS combo about 15 yrs ago. I like 7 and 9 inch screens since I do a lot of bottom fishing.

With the 20 fathom and 50 fathom regs in place, a bigger screen combined with a Navionics Platinum chip with relief shading has made my trips succesful. I can plan where to go and see the bottom contours clearly.  Yes it does cost more.

Sonny, a couple of suggestions.
1. Work with a Financial Advisor to give you guidance on your 401k, investments and cash accounts. A skilled FA will help you plan your finances both before and after retirement. I am working with one from Wells Fargo, he was also my deceased Mom's Financial Advisor.
2. If you don't have one yet, set up a living trust. This is typically done with an estate planning attorney. If something happens to you properties, bank accounts etc wont go into probate which can be messy and expensive.

Great report my friend. Those are nice Lings and very good eating.