Don't know why the first thread took a dump on itself, but here is the break down again.

Old fearless (J) and I decided to go out local to make the best of the beautiful morning. We were going to meet up with some cool cats from spearboard for some beach diving, but my flat tire slowed us down and we made the best of it.

here were are gearing up

J and the trident

Yours truly about to launch

Paddling out



and two hunters celebrating their catch...nice


We did some garbage pick up at the launch(Snowdens) before we left-- gotta keep the community clean

all in all a great day..hope to see more of you MAC members out there next time

nice pics about your catch. I would be carefull spearfishing in that area. In that water gate, is a regular hangout for lemon sharks, specially when it rains and they open those doors. I caught a 5 footer there. Also this area is very comon for saltwater crocs. I've seen them specially in front of deering estate. And last but not least, this area is part of biscayne national park, just be carefull not to get caught with a spear in this area.

thanks for the heads up Youdon, def don't wanna mess with either of those toothy guys...I checked, and i am pretty sure spearing is legal in the park..
http://www.nps.gov/bisc/faqs.htm

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11. Is fishing allowed in the park? Fishing is permitted in Biscayne National Park. Some areas (such as harbors and nesting keys) may be closed for all or part of the year. State fishing regulations apply in the park, and copies of these rules are available from the Dante Fascell Visitor Center. Learn more... 12. Do I need a license to fish in the park? A Florida Saltwater Fishing License is required in Biscayne National Park. Some exceptions include any child under the age of 16, Florida residents fishing from land, and Florida residents 65 years old or older. Learn more... 13. Is spearfishing permitted in the park? Spearfishing is permiteed in Biscayne national Park in accordance with all Florida state regulations. 14. Can I ride my JetSki in the park? Personal watercraft (including JetSkis, SeaDoos, and other brand names) are prohibited in all national parks, though they have been allowed in a few National Recreation Areas.

I know regs change quickly, so do you know something else?

I feel lucky, the scariest thing we've seen is a 5 ft cuda..haha. still scary looking though

if they changed that it is a good thing. there is a great snapper spot off chicken key! still, the lemon sharks are locals, at least in front of that Watergate next to the launching place. And the crocs i've seen are right in the entrance to the slip in deering and in the canal north to it.