Is there a way to target vermillion? I've got to be close to 100 yak ocean trips and I've never seen one. I focus on ling, but happy to switch up if it's necessary.

Almost always 70'-120' - jig, bait squid/herring/sardine.

I asked a spearo buddy of mine the same question and he said he looks for them deep in holes or under overhangs. Sometimes he said there will be a ling at the hole entrance and looks for the reds farther back often in pairs. I've caught them mostly with irons at +30' always around dramatic structure. Like I Zod said though not much different than lings etc.

I've heard that verms shy away from dune colored kayaks...

Verms might hide from my yak, but the ling seem to have a death wish when I show up

Gotta get me a verm. Just to taste it.

Try fishing somewhere else     

Seriously though, some areas seem to just have more reds.

Killing me! Nice fish!

I've heard that verms shy away from dune colored kayaks...

Try fishing somewhere else     

Seriously though, some areas seem to just have more reds.

yep, and when you find that place, you tend to keep it to yourself 

Thanks Bull Dog, that's going to be a tough one. I
If I'm not trying to avoid snags I don't feel like I'm fishing, lol. Will give it a go. So 30'-40' regardless of water depth?

Semper Fi