As an avid kayak fisherman, I enjoy watching Jim Sammons’ show and would like to recommend an adventure for you . In the Pamlico Sound in North Carolina we are fortunate to be the spawning waters for large Old Drums. These are the mommas and daddys of our puppy and slot redfish and measure 40″-50″ in length. 
The fishery is in its height mid-August to mid-September as the large fish venture from the Atlantic Ocean into the Pamilico Sound and the contributing NeuseRiver to spawn. The Pamlico Sound is a relative shallow water lagoon system with maximum depths of about 25′. It is the body of water that separates the mainland from the fabled North Carolina Outerbanks. To catch these great fish, we fish the drops ranging from 9′-15′, the channels and some rock formations. The fishing technique we primarily use is basically bottom fishing utilizing large circle hooks baited with mullet,manhaden, or crabs. While fishing for the Old Drums, we usesd popping corks and artificial baits. For this fishing adventure, we were based at Oriental NC. Our fishing area ranged from Gum Thicket to MinnesottBeach .
By our friend, Bobby Brewer