The Charlotte Harbor, “Then and Now Mural” on the Slip-Not Lounge, represents some of the early days when we were a serious commercial fishing community, and when tarpon sport fishing first became popular. It shows some of the fish shacks where fisherman dropped off their catch and replenished their supply of ice so they could continue fishing.  

A shrimp boat is depicted that worked the harbor and nearby Gulf of Mexico, and belonged to Danny Biehl's uncle. Danny, the owner of the Slip-Not Lounge, is shown with his son and grandsons on his airboat. He has a long time family connection to Punta Gorda and is the owner of the longest running business in Punta Gorda under the same ownership (since 1956).

 The change in Charlotte Harbor from commercial fishing to recreational boating is represented by the sail boats and in particular shows the artists brother, Dennis Peck, winning a single hand sail boat race that was featured in  the Sun Herald. 

The Osprey represents the continuity over time, of life on the harbor. The harbor is a big part of what makes this such a special place in Florida and the world. There is no other place exactly like it anywhere.

Dedicated 2002