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Jim;
1. Definetly not crazy in that size range
2. Take a boating course (boatwise, power squadron etc.)
3. Spend the $$ and maybe take a few charters the years before you get the boat to learn some rough fishing areas
4. Get GOOD charts. Study them
5. Dont skimp on safety; get a good VHF, a hand held VHF, GPS, Depth Sounder, Chart plotter if you can afford it, Radar
6. Learn how to use your electronics before you go out so you arent fiddling with them when you need something (GPS location for a CG distress, its amazing how many people dont even know how to use there 10k worth of electronics!!!)
7. Even with a 22-24 start in the bay, nearshore; dont run the Block or Eliz till you are VERY comfortable with your boat, opperation etc..
8. As a last resort you can hire people to come with you the first days to help you run your boat so you can get the feel of it with someone experienced
Any questions comments concerns PM me, I grew up on boats in the Bay and off Newport; still fish and work there a fair bit... My cell phone is on and off right now, but I'll PM you my cell number anyways...
Bryan
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