Manatee Hammock - Reprise (Feb 14-20)

We are back here for the week and have the site (38) next to the one we had earlier. We had a good trip back here and were set up by 12:30. We walked down to the dock and were encouraged to see some fish action. We got caught up with folks we met last time, then made a Publix Supermarket run.

Tuesday - We wade fished the area near the campground here for about an hour, but nothing biting.

Wednesday - Despite threats of rain, we drove to Merritt Island NWR and wade fished. Between us, we caught about a dozen trout, but they were all just shy of the necessary 15" to keep. Then Joan managed to land a beauty. It was 21" and really put up a fight. It was also delicious, and provided plenty of meat for dinner. On the way back, we stopped at "Fly Fisherman", an excellent fly shop and picked up needed materials.

Thursday - Since the fishing was so good Wednesday at Eddy Creek, we decided to return. Today, however, was a different story. We managed three trout even though we saw only one other fish caught by all the people there all the time we were there. Joan caught one that was 19". The tides were similar, so we are not sure why the difference today.

Friday - Cracker Barrel for breakfast, Staples to pick up a printer, and Walmart this AM.

Sunday - We were truly blessed at New Life Christian Fellowship this AM with our friends Walt and Darla. We also went out for pizza in the afternoon followed by a nice time with neighbors.


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