Being new to this area, I've been eating it up. I moved here in January which lent itself to an all out assault of the trail system, which I'm still enjoying today. The weather is still mild enough to spend some serious time on the trails in the woods. The state forest trails systems are extensive and I have gotten into better shape because of them. I also have seen quite a few snakes, some of which can be seen in my pictures on this site. Cottonmouth and Pygmy rattlers are extremely abundant, but I have yet to see an Eastern Diamondback as of late April. If there is an Herpetologist in the area who would like to go hiking and finding with me, let me know.
On to kayaking and fishing. I would like to explore the saltwater scene but have always enjoyed stillwater bass fishing. I have had success in a particular dune lake with small bass, and wonder what else is available. I love to use my kayak, but have a Skeeter bass boat as well. Also, I saw a boat pulling tubes with kids on it in the Grayton Beach dune lake and would like to do that with my kids when the come. Is that the launch to use by the Red bar? If so, parking is limited. Any advice on finding big largemouth bass or just some more cool little hidden or intimate freshwater spots would be appreciated.
I love snorkling the clear springs here too. I want to try surfing a bit this summer, though I realize its not exactly surfer paradise. Any feedback on these or other adventurous topics will be examined and appreciated. And if there are certain trails more salient than others, let me know. I may even travel out and hike some at Caverns state park and thought of visiting St. Vincent's island to the east. Anyway, I'm rambling, but this is the good stuff. Thank God for the creation of this exceptional resource. Let's keep care of it with kindness.
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Lake names aren't on the access map that Kurt linked, do you know which one you saw it on?With my slow internet, I didn't look at the link. I thought that Mike said the lakes were labeled on it. The other map was in the TDC Lake video, but it has been corrected in the video. I wonder if they pulled it from another map which Mike saw? Or maybe Google Earth, which is often incorrectly labeled, has it incorrect.
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With my slow internet, I didn't look at the link. I thought that Mike said the lakes were labeled on it. The other map was in the TDC Lake video, but it has been corrected in the video. I wonder if they pulled it from another map which Mike saw? Or maybe Google Earth, which is often incorrectly labeled, has it incorrect.
No its not on there.
I don't know how it was messed up on the video, but glad it was fixed. I was going to let them know.
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The map I'm talking about is here http://www.discover30a.com/discover/article_environment.asp?art=dunelakes.html which has the dune lakes listed the same way the Emerald Coast magazine has them on page 65 of their most recent edition. The article is 'String of Pearls'.
And Smiling Joe, most readers will be and have been woman, although one review on amazon was from a guy and guys would love it. I was told that many guys are 'closet' romance readers, I don't know. But this one would definately be enjoyed by men. They definatley can 'benefit' from it, even if it's only their spouse who reads it. It kinda gets the juices flowing.
BTW, I went out into Tresca Lake today and caught a couple bass right off. Small lake. For some reason I am exhausted. I think maybe a little dehydrated. All play makes Mikie tired
Thanks to everyone for helping with my knowledge of the area. It has been my pleasure to interact like this and learn from you guys. I promise to always respect the resource. I often pick up trash when I'm out and about. This area reminds me of a place my great grandparents had on the Sabine river, the boarder between Texas and Louisiana. It was just east of Orange Texas and this sandy soil and piney woods here brings me back. Thanks!
And Smiling Joe, most readers will be and have been woman, although one review on amazon was from a guy and guys would love it. I was told that many guys are 'closet' romance readers, I don't know. But this one would definately be enjoyed by men. They definatley can 'benefit' from it, even if it's only their spouse who reads it. It kinda gets the juices flowing.
BTW, I went out into Tresca Lake today and caught a couple bass right off. Small lake. For some reason I am exhausted. I think maybe a little dehydrated. All play makes Mikie tired
Thanks to everyone for helping with my knowledge of the area. It has been my pleasure to interact like this and learn from you guys. I promise to always respect the resource. I often pick up trash when I'm out and about. This area reminds me of a place my great grandparents had on the Sabine river, the boarder between Texas and Louisiana. It was just east of Orange Texas and this sandy soil and piney woods here brings me back. Thanks!
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Knew you would have luck on Tresca. Glad you released them. They are like pets on that lake and well fed and cared for.
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Yes, Dunelaker, I haven't kept any fish from any of the lakes, although I believe some lakes could benefit from a few coming out. But the fish I'm catching are generally healthy. When I first moved here I fished Deer Lake but only for a second and didn't catch, so I'll have to try it again. I'm not sure how I'll get into the Red Fish lakes, Big and Little, but want to try them both soon too. And the ones over there by Stinky's restaurant soon also. The lakes in Topsail will follow that I guess. It's all just by feel right now. I'm really enjoying this natural beauty. The ladies around here are beautiful too and will surely inspire more writing, but right now...the Florida wilds have my heart
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And Smiling Joe, most readers will be and have been woman, although one review on amazon was from a guy and guys would love it. I was told that many guys are 'closet' romance readers, I don't know. But this one would definately be enjoyed by men. They definatley can 'benefit' from it, even if it's only their spouse who reads it. It kinda gets the juices flowing.
Just show me the pictures. I don't need to read about someone licking another person through their jeans. Seriously, how many guys do you really think read Penthouse Forum? BTW, you can access Little Redfish on the southern side of 30A, east side of Lake. Park your car on the side of the road (not on the multi-use path) and watch for snakes, but you can go right down to the water. There is only a small trail, not heavily used. For Big Redfish, there are actually three public access on the western side of the Lake, but only one is practical for putting in your kayak. From the 83 beach access, go west on the street running along the Gulf. Turn left on the last street running north. It is a sharp turn back. On your immediate right, you will see a three story carraige house and a 3story main house, new construction. Park on the sand just past that house (only if you have four wheel drive). The access is a narrow trail running along the northern boundary of that house/carriage house. It is washing away badly, but I have kept the trees pruned back for hauling the boat up and down. watch out for sandspurs, because there are quiet a few.
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yep. lmao.
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Great info Smiling Joe. I think I'll see what I can do in at least one of those lakes tomorrow. BTW, the answer to your question: A lot.
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Who is your reader base for the erotic book? I cannot see guys reading that book. Is your audience all female?
Maybe not for the ladies either. ;-)
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A word of caution on accessing Little Redfish, the shoreline is mucky, and you will likely sink up to your knees in spots. I lost a birkenstock in that muck.
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