Hi Rick.
I never had a chance to catch Blackfish, as I fish mostly from a boat (deep sea, trolling and bottom bashing), and a bit of beach fishing.
I have most of the tackle, including a 12 feet rod.
As the time is right now, as per your information above, and the weather is really nice, I would like to take the opportunity to fish with an expert and learn a few tricks.
PM Sent as well
Vladimir