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Newspaper
Destin Log
Location
Destin, Florida, United States of America
Date
Apr 20, 1985
Page
12
Capt Miller and crew from Barbi Anne met a Mako in the surf near Henderson State Park while chasing a 35-40 pound cobia. After a heart breaking miss they cast again. the results and specifics follow in the local fishing tale.
Helen Wren recounts the Barbi Anne’s 262 pound Mako after a half hour battle with the hooked shark. The piece notes Makos as true gamefish, famed for leaps and as a Great White relative, plus recent strong catches of Grouper Amberjack Red Snapper and Triggerfish aboard several boats. Weather is described as perfect for fishing.
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