Good news from Florida gang!!   I spent the better part of an hour on the telephone last night with Ed Shinkle.  We were discussing my impending visit to the state and more specificaly, my visit with him and his wife, Betty.
What surprised me was a comment he made.   He stated,"I hope you can hurry up and get here as I haven't been fishing in about 2 weeks, and the bass are on the beds in Rodman Pool and the Withalacootche River."  When I inquired as to his health he stated that the "heart problem" was minimal only required an overnight visit to the hospital.  Moreover, the "mass" on his adreenal gland was not as threatning a problem as 1st suspected, and did not require treatment until later this summer.
He also stated that he was looking forward to visiting the club website and participating on the forums, since he misses WBC very much. 8)
Ed sends his greetings to all and I will most certainly bring some pictures back when I return from Fla.

Having only been to Florida on one occasion, I will eagerly await your return and the stories of the fishing in that incredible state.  Pass along well wishes from me also Smitty.

BillB

Great news!  Thanks for letting us know.

You'll have a blast fishing in Florida.  Keri and I sure did - and they weren't on the beds yet!

Enjoy