Shrimp Boat

We did a U turn when we went by this lighted shrimp boat after dinner at Moretti's in Matlacha. The Capt. CJ had just returned from four days out "shrimpin." Two men, a father and son, crewed and according the son I spoke with they had a very successful fishing trip. They sell to island people, some of whom already gathered at the dock to buy the fresh shrimp.

Pine Island, They Call This "Old Florida"

November 11th 2009
Pine Island is special. It's rural, rustic, artsy, and real. It seems to be home to fishermen, artists, musicians, and people who want a different Florida lifestyle. There are no traffic lights on all of Pine Island! St. James City (where Woody's is located on a canal) is at the south end of the Island, Bokeelia (where Crossed Palms Gallery is) is at the north end, and Matlacha (home to a scor ... read more

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