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SAFETY/FLORIDA – SEVENTH DISTRICT EVERGLADES NATIONAL PARK (CHART 11433) FLORIDA BAY/ATON/SEC MIA BNM 0081-25
1. LITTLE SHARK RIVER ENTRANCE LIGHT 1 (LLNR 15955) IS DESTROYED. 2. ALL MARINERS ARE REQUESTED TO TRANSIT AREA WITH CAUTION. CANCEL AT//112100Z JUN 25//
SAFETY/TAMPA BAY ENTRANCE/ATON/SEC SSP BNM 0213-25
MULLET KEY CH LIGHTED BUOY 26 (LLNR 22395) IS RPTD EXTINGUISHED. ALL MARINERS ARE ADVISED TO TRANSIT THE AREA WITH CAUTION. CANCEL AT//112359Z JUN 25//
SAFETY/TAMPA BAY TO PORT RICHEY/ATON/SEC SSP BNM 0206-25
PASS-A-GRILLE CHANNEL DAYBEACON 12 (LLNR 25565) IS RPTD DESTROYED WITH WRECKAGE JUST ABOVE THE WATERLINE. ALL MARINERS ARE ADVISED TO TRANSIT THE AREA WITH CAUTION. CANCEL AT//072359Z JUN 25//
Notice is given that the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) is advising commercial and recreational vessels to check lake and canal levels daily when making navigation decisions. USACE is conducting RECOVERY operations, which involve the lowering of Lake Okeechobee to allow for growth of submerged aquatic vegetation (SAV) and for the overall health of the lake. This is causing lake levels to be lower than typical. Additionally, the Corps may hold the upper pool of the C-43 canal, between the Julian Keen Jr. Lock and Dam (S-77) and Ortona Lock and Dam (S-78) below its optimal level.
UPDATE/CHARLOTTE HARBOR TO TAMPA BAY/ATON/SEC SSP BNM 0199-25 UPDATE-1
LEMON BAY CHANNEL DBN 20A (LLNR 57340) IS MISSING. UNIT WILL NOT BE PLACING A TRUB ON AP DUE TO HIGH VOLUME OF TRUBS IN THE AOR, AND AREA BEING WELL MARKED. ALL MARINERS ARE ADVISED TO TRANSIT THE AREA WITH CAUTION. CANCEL AT//022359Z JUN 25//
There is always plenty to do around Charlotte Harbor. While berthed at Fishermen’s Village Marina, A CRUISERS NET SPONSOR, you are certain to enjoy visiting Western Florida’s beautiful Charlotte Harbor/Peace River.
FISHERMEN’S VILLAGE TO HOST 2nd annual “ELECTRIC BLUES EXTRAVAGANZA”, Saturday, June 14, 2025, 12 NOON-9 PM
Punta Gorda, FL—Event organizers for Fishermen’s Village are pleased to announce the 2nd annual “Electric Blues Extravaganza”, scheduled to begin at 12 noon and continue until 9 pm on Saturday, June 14, 2025 on the Main Stage on the Dry Beach and in Center Court.
Fishermen’s Village Electric Blues Extravaganza is a thrilling celebration of the electrifying sound and soulful spirit of blues music, bringing together musicians and blues enthusiasts alike for an unforgettable musical journey! Get ready as seven epic bands rock two stages with unstoppable energy and vibrant tunes for every taste! The event is presented in partnership with Muzzik4All.
This year’s impressive line-up of talent includes:
Main Stage (Dry Beach):
The Cedrick Talton Experience – 12:00-1:00 pm – gospel, R & B and rock, inspired by legends like B.B. King and Jimi Hendrix!
Rockin Jake Band – 1:30-2:30 pm – Jake has been hailed as one of the premier harmonica players in the country! Swamp funk, blues and zydeco
Reggie “King Sears – 3:00-4:00 pm – Soul-Blues, R & B, Funk. A former child prodigy, he earned praise from legends like Buddy Guy and B.B. King
J.W. Gilmore – 4:30-5:30 pm – a genius with a harmonica surrounded by the talent of the Blues – a genuine human being with a tremendous heart!
Ronny Hill – 6:00-7:00 pm – 21 year old Nicaraguan American multi-instrumentalist inspired by blues, country, Americana and reggae
Josh Rowand – 7:30-9:00 pm – known as the “Pitbull of blues”!
Center Court:
Sp3ctacle Band (yes, it is spelled correctly!!) – 12 noon-4 pm – Unique sound, a mix of Herbie Hancock ghost notes and the Big Bang sounds of the 60’s! Young and upcoming jazz band!
Admission and Parking are free. Fishermen’s Village, featuring more than 30 shops, boutiques, waterfront dining, full-service fuel dock for boaters and The Suites accommodations is located off Marion Avenue in Punta Gorda, FL. Visit on line at www.fishermensvillage.com or call 941 639-8721.
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