You know, I lived in Clearwater for just over a year and I did not do one spot of Fly Fishing. I even had a sea kayak and explored all over that area of coast line and also spent a lot of time in Ocala NF in various spring rivers.
I kick myself in the *** now for not getting a saltwater setup.
I can't explain why I did not but from your report it looks like I missed out on some serious action. I also lived in SC for a couple years and I am sure I missed out there as well.
Looks like a blast!
The sport is so royal that there is neither gentle nor villein, if it knew of it and loved it well, who would not be more honoured for that reason by all who understand it.