Boon Parla Jan 8, 1974 The big wind was gone this morning and we went forth with great expectations. In the clear water we could see bony fish dotting them in flocks at canyons. But they were not feeding as generally ignored my fly. Finally one bit and I got a hook-up but on the second big run he pulled the hook out and got away. Woody landed two near the bridge at the Boon. But not many were tailing or showing interest in food. After lunch we went after them again, but by then a brisk north breeze had sprung up, which turned into a roaring wind by 3:30 and fishing became impossible. Dark rain clouds gathered as we headed home just before the rain began. Saw two big nests of ducks today -- one group of 100 or so teal (blue-wings I presume) and another bunch of 50+ diving ducks which at a distance I figured were probably ring-necks. Both bunches came out of openings in the mangrove ahead of our noisy outboard motor. Visited two osprey nests in the north bay and took a few pictures at one where the hen was very persistent in staying with the egg. Saw at least a dozen big sting rays -- one maybe about 5 ft long, and several big vicunas (caracuda) the size of my leg. Caught and released four small fish (yellow tail etc).