Episode Details

Episode 89: One Fish, Two Fish, Redfish, Cobia

Hosts: Mike Ruhl, Mark Ruhl, Caitlin Ruhl, and Rachel Ruhl

This week, the Outdoor Ruhls gather around the table on the final morning of their annual Chesapeake Bay family fishing trip to recap an unforgettable week in Cape Charles, Virginia. From boat logistics and rough seas to beach house life and family memories, they share the highs, lows, and laughs that always seem to come with a week on the water.

The conversation dives into why the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel is such a unique fishery, how they target species like flounder, sheepshead, bluefish, and black sea bass, and what makes this incredible stretch of water one of their favorite places to fish each summer. They also recount battling tough conditions, searching for elusive sheepshead, chasing bluefish when the bite got slow, and adding a few new species to the family list—including the cobia that inspired this episode's title.

Along the way, you'll hear stories about forgotten gear, finding boat parking at the last minute, Hunter's unfortunate encounter with saltwater and his iPhone, Rachel's cast-net adventures, and why family vacations are always a little "beautifully chaotic." If you've ever planned a fishing trip that didn't go exactly as expected—but somehow turned into one of your favorite memories—you'll feel right at home.

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