Possible, Impossible, or just plain stupid???

[Reel Aquaholic]

I know this is probably more for the offshore side but I figure most people on the Inshore forum could relate. Me and two of my buddies want to make a snapper trip out of venice. I choose venice b/c i was told you only have to go 8-10mi out for snapper. I have a 2110 Nautic bay and do not want to run to far out. I'd rather not drive that far so if anyone knows where I can catch snapper within 15 mi of the coast besides venice let me know. I live in Lafayette btw. Has anyone on this site been snapper fishing in a similar size rig? Or am I crazy for trying? Any advice would be greatly appreciated. And of course I will definatly be watching the wind forecast!!!