President’s Message for February 2025



Apologies for any typos – typing in gloves is quite the challenge! What happened to our Florida sunshine? Let's hope we can leave the recent cold and damp weather behind us as we head into February. Speaking of gloves, our recent “Welcome Back Snowbirds” picnic had attendees bundled up, more reminiscent of a ski lodge than our typical festive gathering where shorts and short sleeves are the norm. The inclement weather certainly put a damper on our fishing adventures. Rain, wind, and generally uncomfortable conditions prevailed. However, our members were grateful to be enjoying Florida's “mild” winters, especially when compared to the freezing temperatures and snow blanketing much of the country. While the ball was dropping in Times Square on New Year's Eve, the 2025 “Offshore Slam, proudly sponsored by Rose Marina”, was already underway. And talk about dedication! Some adventurous anglers were already out in the Gulf on January 1st, reeling in Red Grouper and Snapper.    Read more...