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It was a short, pleasant recess between the end of the commercial and the start of the MV Derby. During that brief interval of time, I knew that every boat that was out there, or went by me, and every fisherman I saw or was standing next to...was out there because they really really loved it. Maybe that's why I saw so damned few other boats and other fishermen! And they'll all be gone out and off of the island, mercifully, after Oct. 17th, when the Derby ends.
In seasons past, when I had to fish the island during the Derby weeks, and despite them, I found the crowding distasteful to my peace and quiet. I would often pick a spot more to escape the scrutinizing curiosity of the Derbyites, rather than pick a better choice for the fishing.
Bonds to all who love it enough to release them.
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