Flap- I loved that you asked this question! There seems to be plenty of people that think "boat fish" dont count or the only way to fish is with lures, you know using bait is cheating and those fish dont count either.

oke: Some dont believe catching a bluefish is anyfun simply because it wasnt a striper. Others find joy only in saltwater fishing and never think of wasting their time looking for largemouth, catfish, etc. What about flyfishing????
I think you get my point by now, there will always be people that feel one type of fishing is the ONLY way to fish (which is fine if thats what they enjoy) and those that will fish anywhere, antime, with anyone, with any gear, and for any fish that they can. Sometimes I wonder why we as anglers let a relaxing passtime turn into such a "cut and dry" issue (beach or boat??)??
who cares!!!!! go fish on your boat, have fun and dont forget to invite one of your diehard beach buddies along! chances are if given the opportunity to catch fish they will say yes!!!!