Way to go Larry!! What a great variety of action, sounds like a great trip. I can't believe the halibut swam right at you! My evening trip a week ago was pretty similar, I think that there's something to fishing as the sun sets, the fish seem to get really active.

In fact, my buddy Warren and I are fishing Hendry's beach this Thursday evening, if you wanna try it out with us. We like fishing the south side (facing the water, thats to the left of the restaurant), we'll be there from about 5:30-7:30pm. I know you suggested in the other direction, but my buddy and I have both caught corbina on the southern side in recent weeks. If you're interested, let me know, I'd be happy to learn some more tips/techniques from ya! ;-)