We are heading to Hilton Head from July 7th to 14th, & I am determined to catch my 1st saltwater species on the fly from the beach & have several questions.

1) I have a 9' 7wt Orvis TLS with a Lamson Radius reel & a 9' 6wt Sage VT2 with a Battenkill Barstock.....neither outfit is saltwater outfitted. Is it safe to use them in the salt? Cleaning recommendations?

2) Suggested flies? Keep 'em simple as I'm not yet what you would call a decent tyer.

3) At this time of year is it even worth trying? I've heard the water is "bathtub warm". I'm guessing very early, very late, & possibly at night.

4) I am not planning on targeting a specific species, anyone know what may be available?

Thanks for any help,
Mike