Mike Babbidge is a former Air Force officer, aerospace industry executive, and independent consultant to the defense community. He has also been a lifelong saltwater fishing fanatic. This has led to hands on fishing experience in the Central and South Atlantic, Caribbean Sea, Gulf of Mexico, Sea of Cortez, US and Mexican Pacific coastal and offshore waters, Hawaii, and the South China Sea. In recent years, Mike has published numerous articles on Florida saltwater fishing. He is also the author of five books, including Catch Fish Now! in the Destin Area, and a four book Florida Catch Fish Now! series.