Thanks for all the information guys. I did not expect to get this much good information whenI started this topic! This has been very helpful.

I guess you are correct in the statement that I am asking too much from one boat. I am probably overestimating the different types of usage the boat will get. If I am lucky, I will probably only get the kids out in the boat 1 or 2 every every 3-4 months. I just want to make sure the stability of the boat will allow for a youg kid to be able to move around a little bit. They are still not avid fishermen/women yet, but they like seeing the fish.

I will be using this boat mainly around the Houston area, so smaller lakes/shallow water will probably be most of my time on the water. I do got up to Toledo Bend every now and again, and would like to have a boat that will at least be safe around there. I don't plan on crossing the main body, but would like to run the creeks and make it down to Housen Bay.

Tow vehicle is not an issue. I will be pulling the boat with a Poweratroke diesel.

I believe I have moved back on the fence. A mod v aluminum may fit my needs and budget. My big concern with fiberglass is upkeep and hull damage. I don't plan to torture the boat, but I will more than likely run into things while trolling.