Captain Mike Fuery and I traveled in my boat to a place we both have shelled for many years, Cayo Costa. This trip was to attend the placing of a plaque for the original "Shell Lady of Cayo Costa Island", Carol Sellars. Carol lived on the island for decades and would shell almost every day. A small group of people attended this special event. Everyone present placed a shell next to Carol's plaque and stories were shared. It was a special day on the island. I enjoyed talking with Mike and listening to him on our trip to and from the island. We talked about shells, boats, secret spots, clients, cigars and shelling. Captain Mike Fuery and Carol Sellars are two people that I hold in high regards when it comes to Cayo Costa and shelling.
6 comments:
What a cool memorial.
On a side note - Capt. Brian in long pants! Don't see that often. :-)
I still have Capt. Mike's shelling guide book from 30 years ago!
That is Awesome Capt. Brian, a very cool memorial and tribute by you two!!! I haven't had the pleasure yet to have shelled with Capt. Mike...but hope to one day!! Thanks for taking us along with you on this special voyage!!
My 1st shell book from Sanibel was Capt Mike's. What a beautiful tribute.
Shelllady, Capt. Mike Fuery after three decades has retired. He may come out with another shell book. If he does I will be the first to let you know.
Gail, Hang on to Capt. Mike's shell book they are hard to come by and a real treasure.
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