A Lifetime of Fishing with Dad in Florida
A young boy's fishing trip with his dad on Lake Alice sparks a lifetime passion for fishing, from largemouth black bass in the Everglades to sailfish in the Atlantic Ocean. With over 75 years of fishing experience, this story covers a wide range of fishing adventures in Florida, Georgia, Mississippi, and New Hampshire. From freshwater lakes and rivers to saltwater oceans and bays, this angler has tried it all, including fly fishing, surf fishing, and more.
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