Mexico Beach trip

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GMpartsman
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Mexico Beach trip

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Just returned from 2 weeks at Mexico Beach.
Got to fish the pier for 9 days. Weather prevented fishing the other days.
Had my son-in-law, granddaughter (17) and grandson (10).
We caught rays, grunts, black drum, silver sea trout, flounder and 100's of whiting. Most of the fish were small and were released. Did keep some of the bigger whiting and sea trout for the freezer.
I also caught a cutlass fish, and have to say that is a mean looking fish.
Granddaughter and grandson had a ball catching whiting. One day I just quit fishing and started baiting hooks and removing the fish they were catching.
Did see a few Spanish mackerel caught, also a 26" Red fish.
Talked to some of the local fisherman and they said the summer is the best time to fish the pier.
Here is a hint. If you don't have a Florida license, you can purchase a Mexico beach pier permit for $5.00 that is good for a year. The marina on 98 close to the pier sells them. You can also fish Canal park with the permit.
All in all, a great time was had by all.

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