Archive for October 27, 2008
Covering all Angles
Southwest Florida is known for many things including beautiful year round weather and world class boating and fishing. As an avid fisherman, I am always looking for that perfect location or magic cast that gives my lure the best opportunity for success. But sometimes, just enjoying the scenery gives you an un-expected result.
This past weekend we traveled to Punta Gorda, Florida. During our trip, we found time to explore a local nature area. Ponce de Leon Park is located on the east bank of the Charlotte Harbor and is arguably one of the premier fishing destinations in all of Florida. With plenty of free time, we took a leisurely stroll along the sandy beach and the many elevated walkways that wind their way through the thick mangroves growing into the water’s edge. The trees and the root system provide an excellent shelter for many of the fish and birds that call this place in paradise their home.
Some people think they might be smarter than a 5th grader, but we found a blue heron that just might be a little smarter. A great Blue Heron had claimed his stake on the beach between the water and a fisherman’s cast net. I guess if the Blue Heron is unsuccessful at fishing himself, he could always just steal a meal from somewhere else. By covering all the angles, he might just be the smartest bird on the beach.
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