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      Below, you will discover our COMPLETE listing of Western Florida cruising news/postings from fellow cruisers, arranged in chronological order, based on publication date. IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO NARROW YOUR SELECTION of WF cruising news to those messages which pertain to a specific geographic sub-region, locate the RED, vertically stacked menu, on the right side of this, and all Cruisers’ Net pages. Click on “Western Florida.” A drop down menu will appear, with a blue background, Now, click on “WF Regional Cruising News.” A sub-drop-down menu will now appear, listing 13 Western Florida geographic sub-regions. Select your waters of interest, and after clicking on your choice, a list of messages will appear, confined to the sub-region you have picked!

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    • LNM: Okeechobee Waterway Low Water Levels


      Date: 05/22/2025

      US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS JACKSONVILLE DISTRICT

      904-327-2531

      NOTICE TO NAVIGATION INTERESTS

      NOTICE NUMBER:  25-018

      WATERWAY: OKEECHOBEE WATERWAY

      EFFECTIVE: 05/22/2021

      1. Notice to Navigation

      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. 

      You may check lake and route depths at:  https://w3.saj.usace.army.mil/h2o/currentLL.shtml

      Point of contact is USACE Jacksonville District Public Affairs at 904-327-2531. 

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    • ELECTRIC BLUES EXTRAVAGANZA 6/14 @ Fishermen’s Village Calendars, Punta Gorda, FL


      Fisherman's Village Marina and Resort, Punta Gorda, FL

      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.

      1200 W. RETTA ESPLANADE PUNTA GORDA FL 33950
      941 639 8721 | 800 639-0020 | FISHERMENSVILLAGE.COM

      For Immediate Release: Contact: Kathy Burnam
      Marketing/Events Manager
      Kburnam@fishermensvillage.com
      941 575-3007

      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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      Kathy Burnam
      Special Events & Community Relations
      941.639.8721
      kburnam@fishermensvillage.com
      www.fishermensvillage.com

       

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