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    • Florida Keys Without the Crowds – Key Lime Sailing Club


      Key Lime Sailing Club in Key Largo, 305-451-3438, www.keylimesailingclub.com

      Key Lime Sailing Club, A CRUISERS NET SPONSOR, always has very special offers for their visitors! Key Lime Sailing Club is a unique slice of KEYS ENJOYMENT…give it a try and let us hear about your experience.

       
       

       

       
       

      Florida Keys Without the Crowds

      Looking for the perfect escape to the Florida Keys with fewer crowds?

      May and June bring warm sunshine, calm waters, and that relaxed island vibe everyone loves. It’s the sweet spot of the season, beautiful weather, fewer people, and unforgettable sunsets each night.

      At Key Lime Sailing Club and Cottages, your sailboat is ready when you are. Sail, kayak, snorkel, and unwind right outside your cottage.

      Limited cottages are still available for May and June.

      Cottages Available Now

      Come experience the Keys at their most peaceful and beautiful. Book your island getaway today.

      Call or text Irene at 305-451-3438 to inquire or reserve, or simply reply to this email.

      When you book one of our cottages, you get more than just a great escape. You also get free access to water amenities. If you’re a qualified sailor, you can use a 22′ sailboat. You can also take a relaxing kayak ride, paddleboard on the bay side calm waters, or explore the clear waters with our snorkel gear. This is what the Florida Keys are all about, and it is why guests keep coming back to Key Lime Sailing Club and Cottages. It’s a hidden gem that captures the true spirit of the Florida Keys, just like in Jimmy Buffet’s songs and Hemingway’s stories.

       

      Plus, if you’re interested in learning to sail, we have a sailing school right on-site. The American Sailing Academy offers a 2-hour Introduction to Sailing, a 2-hour refresher (for those with experience but needing a little refresher), and ASA beginner and advanced certified classes

      You can learn to sail in just 2 days with our in-house sailing endorsement class (non-certification). When you pass the endorsement class, you would have the use of one of our 22′ Catalina sailboats for FREE during the rest of your stay. (Non-guests can rent a sailboat for $300 a day but it’s free for our qualified sailor guests staying at Key Lime Sailing Club and Cottages.)

       

      For more information on the sailing classes, call Capt at 305 896 5555, or send an email to learntosail@americansailingacademy.com.

       

      And that’s not all! We’ve got more in store for you such as sailing excursions* which include captivating sunset cruises, immersive kayaking tours, and exhilarating snorkel adventures. Departing from the KLSC docks, these fantastic outings are easily accessible to all our guests. Don’t miss out on these extraordinary sailing excursions; they’re the key to creating unforgettable memories.

       

      *Booked through Morning Star Charters and guests staying at KLSC receive a 10% discount.

      Win Stays at Key Lime Sailing Club

      To our past and present guests:  Here’s a chance to come back and vacation at KLSC for free!  Send us pictures of your stay here and win a free 3-night stay by participating in our 15th Annual KLSC Photo Contest. Check here for details.

       

      Got a talent for video making? Enter our 12th Annual KLSC Video Contest and get a chance to win a free 5-night stay! Check here for details.

       

      We at Key Largo Cottages at Key Lime Sailing Club love our guests and we would love to see you back again for another fun-filled and relaxing Florida Keys vacation!

       

      Reservations is standing by at keylargocottages@keylimesailingclub.com or call 1-305-451-3438.

      Thank you and see y’all in the Florida Keys!

      Follow Key Lime Sailing Club and Cottages on Social Media:

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      Learn ASA Certified Sailing at American Sailing Academy. Call us at 305-896-5555.

      Enjoy a Snorkel or Sunset Cruise both bay side and ocean side as well as sailboat rentals from 22 foot to 40 foot through Morning Star Sailing Charters. Call us at 305-451-7057.

      South Dade Marina, Wet and Dry Slips Available. Call 305-247-8730

      Sommerset Sails, makers of excellent quality sails for your boat.

       
       
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    • A ‘super El Niño’ could form later this year. Here’s how it would affect hurricane season. – SunSentinel

       
       

       

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    • Florida Boaters Now Have Access to Free State-Approved Online Boating Safety Course – BoatUS

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      Florida Boaters Can Now Take Free
      State-Approved Boating Safety Course 

      At-home learning helps Florida boaters prepare for the water easily and conveniently 

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      FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. – February 4, 2026 – The BoatUS Foundation for Boating Safety and Clean Water has launched the only free interactive boating safety course for Florida recreational boaters.

      The course, which is approved by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission and meets state boating safety education requirements, can be taken at the student’s own pace. After passing the exam, they can print their own certificate of completion for immediate use and will receive a lifetime card from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.  

      The course provides video demonstrations and sample common boating situations for students to interact with to better understand how to evaluate real-world instances. The learning experience includes storylines where the student “boats” to various places and includes interactive learning tools like flashcards and drag-and-drop features to enhance learning and retention. Course-takers will be able to design and name the virtual boat that takes them through the course and map how far they’ve “traveled” within it. 

       

      In the state of Florida, anyone born on or after January 1, 1988, who operates a vessel powered by 10 horsepower or more must pass an approved boating safety course and have in his/her possession photographic identification and proof of boating safety education completion issued by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. 

      The online BoatUS Foundation boating safety course and exam are approved by the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA) and recognized by the U.S. Coast Guard as exceeding the minimum requirements for the National Recreational Boating Safety Program. 

      “NASBLA approval of our Florida Boating Safety Course is a meaningful investment in boater safety, said Lynne O’Hearn, Program Manager at BoatUS Foundation. “Boater education is one of the most effective ways to prevent accidents, and this course gives Florida boaters the opportunity to build their skills to better enjoy Florida waterways safely.”  

      To take the course, visit BoatUS.org/Florida. For more information about Florida boating safety education, visit myfwc.com/boating/safety-education. 

      About BoatUS Foundation for Boating Safety and Clean Water:

      The BoatUS Foundation for Boating Safety and Clean Water is a national leader promoting safe, clean and responsible boating. Funded primarily by donations from the more than 740,000 members of Boat Owners Association of The United States (BoatUS), the nonprofit provides innovative educational outreach directly to boaters and anglers with the aim of reducing accidents and fatalities, increasing stewardship of America’s waterways, and keeping boating safe for all. A range of safe and clean boating courses – including the nation’s only free online boating safety course – can be found at BoatUS.org/Courses. 

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    • Florida Boaters Now Have Access to Free State-Approved Online Boating Safety Course – BoatUS Foundation

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      Florida Boaters Can Now Take Free 
      State-Approved Boating Safety Course  

      At-home learning helps Florida boaters prepare for the water easily and conveniently  

      A hand holding a key and a cardAI-generated content may be incorrect. 

       

      FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. – February 4, 2026 – The BoatUS Foundation for Boating Safety and Clean Water has launched the only free interactive boating safety course for Florida recreational boaters.

      The course, which is approved by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission and meets state boating safety education requirements, can be taken at the student’s own pace. After passing the exam, they can print their own certificate of completion for immediate use and will receive a lifetime card from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.  

      The course provides video demonstrations and sample common boating situations for students to interact with to better understand how to evaluate real-world instances. The learning experience includes storylines where the student “boats” to various places and includes interactive learning tools like flashcards and drag-and-drop features to enhance learning and retention. Course-takers will be able to design and name the virtual boat that takes them through the course and map how far they’ve “traveled” within it. 

       

      In the state of Florida, anyone born on or after January 1, 1988, who operates a vessel powered by 10 horsepower or more must pass an approved boating safety course and have in his/her possession photographic identification and proof of boating safety education completion issued by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. 

      The online BoatUS Foundation boating safety course and exam are approved by the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA) and recognized by the U.S. Coast Guard as exceeding the minimum requirements for the National Recreational Boating Safety Program. 

      “NASBLA approval of our Florida Boating Safety Course is a meaningful investment in boater safety, said Lynne O’Hearn, Program Manager at BoatUS Foundation. “Boater education is one of the most effective ways to prevent accidents, and this course gives Florida boaters the opportunity to build their skills to better enjoy Florida waterways safely.”  

      To take the course, visit BoatUS.org/Florida. For more information about Florida boating safety education, visit myfwc.com/boating/safety-education. 

      About BoatUS Foundation for Boating Safety and Clean Water: 

      The BoatUS Foundation for Boating Safety and Clean Water is a national leader promoting safe, clean and responsible boating. Funded primarily by donations from the more than 740,000 members of Boat Owners Association of The United States (BoatUS), the nonprofit provides innovative educational outreach directly to boaters and anglers with the aim of reducing accidents and fatalities, increasing stewardship of America’s waterways, and keeping boating safe for all. A range of safe and clean boating courses – including the nation’s only free online boating safety course – can be found at BoatUS.org/Courses. 

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    • Major East Coast Storm Update: Powerful Winter Storm Likely – Fred Pickhardt

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      Major East Coast Storm Update:

      Powerful Winter Storm Likely

       
       
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      A powerful winter storm, forecast to intensify into a “bomb cyclone,” is expected to create dangerous marine conditions along the US East Coast and Western Atlantic from Saturday through Monday…

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    • 2025 KLSC Contest Winners Announced! – Key Lime Sailing Club


      Key Lime Sailing Club in Key Largo, 305-451-3438, www.keylimesailingclub.com

      Key Lime Sailing Club, A CRUISERS NET SPONSOR, always has very special offers for their visitors! Key Lime Sailing Club is a unique slice of KEYS ENJOYMENT…give it a try and let us hear about your experience.

       

       
       
      And the Winners Are…

      We are thrilled to announce the results of our 2025 Contests!

      🏆 2025 Photo Contest Winner: Mo Chandler (Entry #71) – Congratulations to Mo! Her stunning photo of a sunset by the Key Lime Sailing Club Tiki Hut brought back fond memories for so many of our guests. Mo has won a FREE 3-night stay at our cottages in the breathtaking Florida Keys!

      🏆 2025 Video Contest Winner: Franklin Smith – A massive congratulations to Franklin! His video perfectly captured the fun of sailing and kayaking at KLSC, and even featured a catchy original song! Franklin has earned a FREE 5-night stay in paradise.

      Thank You! We extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who participated and voted. Your creativity and enthusiasm make this yearly tradition a success. We can’t wait to see what you create next year!

       

      Win a FREE Vacation

      January 1, 2026 to December 15, 2026: We are accepting all entries for this year’s Photo and Video contest. Please read the following information if you are interested in winning free stays at Key Lime Sailing Club and Cottages (KLSC).

      Video Contest

      This contest is open to all our guests. Submit a video of your KLSC vacation and get a chance to win a free 5-night stay! We are looking for the most creative and exciting video that tells people about your stay with us.

      To our guests who didn’t enter the previous contests, this is your chance!

      How to submit: Just upload your finished video to YouTube and email us the URL to your video. All links must be emailed to keylargocottages@keylimesailingclub.com.

      Please include the dates you stayed, in which cottage, and under whose name it was reserved. If you send several emails, include this information in each one.

      Evaluation Criteria

      Videos will be judged by the following criteria:

      1. Overall Impact (fun and informative)
      2. Creativity
      3. Memorable Content and Delivery
      4. Clear Message about what vacationing at KLSC is all about
      5. Video quality

      Terms:

      1. Winner must be 25 years of age or older.
      2. Winner can choose the dates from August 1st to December 15th for their stay (holidays not included).
      3. Main House is not eligible.
      4. Winner can add their free nights or extend their established booking nights if the booking is between August 1st to December 15th, and if the cottage is available on those extended dates.
      5. Chosen dates cannot be rescheduled to other dates. No exceptions. (Please finalize your dates before booking.)
      6. The reservation will be for two adults and the number of children allowed for the preferred cottage. However, if there are more than two adults, the winner is responsible for the extra adult fee of $35/per adult, per night plus tax. If bringing a dog to one of our dog-friendly cottages, the winner is responsible for the dog fee of $35/per night plus tax.
      7. KLSC reserves the right to use all submitted pictures and videos for its promotions and websites.

      Contest is open starting January 1 to December 15. We will announce the winner on our Facebook page and newsletter within the first week of January. There is no limit to the number of videos submitted. So, create your videos now and share them with us!

      Respect for Existing Copyright

      Everything in your video must be your own work. If you include photos, clips, or music made by someone else, you must have their written permission to use it.

      Using Music: Music rights can be tricky. Here are your safe options:

      • Original is Best: We love original music, even if you are just humming! High-quality AI-generated music is also accepted.
      • Royalty-Free: You can purchase a cheap track from a royalty-free stock music website.
      • YouTube Library: Some popular songs are allowed because YouTube has an agreement with the publisher. Please verify this before using the song, or your video may be taken down.

      Photo Contest

      Pictures can include couples sailing, families sailing, Key Lime Sailing Club and Cottages (KLSC) activities (non-sailing), sailing lessons, etc. There will be a voting period on our Facebook page where the owner of the photo with the most “Likes” will get a free 3-night stay at KLSC. There is no limit to the number of photos entered. To our guests who didn’t join the previous contests, this is your chance!

      Make sure to include captions with your submissions. Add the dates you stayed, in which cottage, and under whose name it was reserved. If you send several emails, include this information in each one.

      Terms:

      1. Winner must be 25 years of age or older.
      2. Winner can choose the dates from August 1st to December 15th for their stay (holidays not included).
      3. Main House is not eligible.
      4. Winner can add their free nights or extend their established booking nights if the booking is between August 1st to December 15th, and if the cottage is available on those extended dates.
      5. Chosen dates cannot be rescheduled to other dates. No exceptions. (Please finalize your dates before booking.)
      6. The reservation will be for two adults and the number of children allowed for the chosen cottage. However, if there are more than two adults, the winner is responsible for the extra adult fee of $35/per adult, per night plus tax. If bringing a dog to one of our dog-friendly cottages, the winner is responsible for the dog fee of $35/per night plus tax.
      7. KLSC reserves the right to use all submitted pictures and videos for its promotions and websites.

      Contest is open starting January 1 to December 15. We will announce the winner on our Facebook page and newsletter within the first week of January.

      Thank you and see ya all in the Florida Keys!

      Follow Key Lime Sailing Club and Cottages on Social Media: FacebookTwitterInstagramYoutube,

      Learn ASA Certified Sailing at American Sailing Academy. Call us at 305-587-3205.

      Enjoy a snorkel or sunset cruise on the bay side as well as several boats for rent from 22 foot to 37 foot through Morning Star Sailing Charters. Call us at 305-451-7057.

      South Dade Marina, Wet and Dry Slips Available. Call 305-247-8730

       
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    • Pileups, Power Outages, Closed Interstates… Meanwhile in the Keys – Key Lime Sailing Club


      Key Lime Sailing Club in Key Largo, 305-451-3438, www.keylimesailingclub.com

      Key Lime Sailing Club, A CRUISERS NET SPONSOR, always has very special offers for their visitors! Key Lime Sailing Club is a unique slice of KEYS ENJOYMENT…give it a try and let us hear about your experience.

      Flip Flops Beat Snow Boots

      Leave the cold behind and settle into a Keys winter filled with sunshine, bare feet, and time well spent at Key Lime Sailing Club and Cottages. Sail (for qualified sailors), or enjoy kayaking, paddle boarding, swimming, snorkeling, cycling, and fishing whenever the mood strikes.

      Spot dolphins and manatees along the way, explore nearby sandbars, take sunset cruises, or wander through local marinas, tiki bars, seafood shacks, and waterfront restaurants.

      Spend a day visiting state parks, coral reefs, historic sites, art galleries, and charming island towns throughout the Florida Keys, then come back to your cottage and slow everything down. This is the kind of winter getaway you will remember.

      Reply to this email with your dates or any questions, or select a cottage and request to book here.

      Ready to Sail This Winter?

      Slots are still open for this winter’s 8-day, 7-night coastal sailing passage from Key Largo to Key West, and it is built to turn “I know the basics” into real confidence on the water.

      This is not a sightseeing trip. You are part of the crew from day one. Under experienced guidance, you rotate through real responsibility, including stepping up as Captain for the Day. You will plan routes, stand watch, make weather calls, handle the boat under sail, anchor, dock, and lead the way between classic Florida Keys stops in warm water and easygoing conditions.

      By the end of the passage, you will have real offshore miles, stronger sail handling, better trim and reefing skills, and a true feel for navigation, weather, and cruising life. You can also complete ASA 104 along the way, with all required on-water skills covered. This trip is for sailors who want more than a resort vacation, beginners who are ready to jump in, and anyone curious about life under sail.

      Winter start dates are flexible, but cabins are limited and tend to go fast. If you want your next season on the water to feel different from the last, this is where it starts.

      View the full itinerary, dates, and certification details here.

      Vote for Your Favorite Key Lime Moments

      Less than 24 hours left. The voting period for our photo contest is almost over.

      Cast your vote now and help crown the winner of our Key Lime Sailing Club and Cottages photo contest! Our guests captured unforgettable moments during their stay, and you can help them win by visiting our Facebook page, viewing all the qualified entries, and clicking “Like” on your favorites.

      You can like as many photos as you want and invite your friends to join the fun too. The photo with the most Facebook Likes by January 1, 2026 at 12:00 am EST will win a FREE three-night stay at Key Lime Sailing Club and Cottages, with winners of both the Photo Contest and Video Contest being announced on January 2, 2026 via Facebook and our email newsletter.

      Thank you to all our amazing guests for sharing your beautiful memories in Key Largo. We are honored to be part of them and wish everyone the best of luck!

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    • It’s Voting Time! “Like” for Your Favorite Photos Now! – Key Lime Sailing Club


      Key Lime Sailing Club in Key Largo, 305-451-3438, www.keylimesailingclub.com

      Key Lime Sailing Club, A CRUISERS NET SPONSOR, always has very special offers for their visitors! Key Lime Sailing Club is a unique slice of KEYS ENJOYMENT…give it a try and let us hear about your experience.

      Vote for Your Favorite Key Lime Moments

      Cast your vote now and help crown the winner of our Key Lime Sailing Club and Cottages photo contest! Our guests captured unforgettable moments during their stay, and you can help them win by visiting our Facebook page, viewing all the qualified entries, and clicking “Like” on your favorites.

      You can like as many photos as you want and invite your friends to join the fun too. The photo with the most Facebook Likes by January 1, 2026 at 12:00 am EST will win a FREE three-night stay at Key Lime Sailing Club and Cottages, with winners of both the Photo Contest and Video Contest being announced on January 2, 2026 via Facebook and our email newsletter.

      Thank you to all our amazing guests for sharing your beautiful memories in Key Largo. We are honored to be part of them and wish everyone the best of luck!

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    • Antarctic Ice Melt – Fred Pickhardt

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      Antarctic Ice Melt

      Will this lead to massive sea level rise?

       
       
       
       
       

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      Antarctica is 98% ice covered and contains 90 percent of Earth’s total ice volume. Melting ice is limited mainly to West Antarctica which is offset by ice mass gains over the remainder of Antarctica.

        

      The mass of the Antarctic ice sheet has changed over the last decades. Research based on observations from the Gravity Recovery and Climate Experiment (GRACE) satellites (2002-2025) and GRACE Follow-On (since 2018) indicates that between 2002 and 2025, Antarctica shed approximately 135 gigatons of ice per year, causing global sea level to rise by 0.4 millimeters per year. Since 2020, however, the Antarctic has seen little or no ice mass loss.

        

       

      At this rate, an additional 28 mm (1.1 inches) of sea level rise can be anticipated by 2100. If the Antarctic ice melt would triple between now and 2100 we should expect an additional 42 mm (1.7 inches) of sea level rise due to Antarctic melt.

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    • Standing up for Florida means opposing all offshore drilling – SunSentinel


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    • Florida congressional Republicans Tell Trump To Keep Oil Drilling Off State’s Coasts – SunSentinel


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    • Your December beach getaway is waiting – Key Lime Sailing Club


      Key Lime Sailing Club in Key Largo, 305-451-3438, www.keylimesailingclub.com

      Key Lime Sailing Club, A CRUISERS NET SPONSOR, always has very special offers for their visitors! Key Lime Sailing Club is a unique slice of KEYS ENJOYMENT…give it a try and let us hear about your experience.

       

       
       

      Warm Up Your December in the Florida Keys

      December is here and it is the perfect time to feel warm in the Keys at Key Lime Sailing Club and Cottages. Trade the cold for clear skies, calm water, and sunsets that glow over Buttonwood Sound.

      This is the season when dolphins cruise by, manatees drift near the shore, and guests enjoy sailing (for qualified sailors), kayaking, paddleboarding, and all the simple moments that make the Florida Keys special. Whether you want quiet mornings with coffee by the beach or afternoons out on the water, you can enjoy it all with an easy, laid back vibe.

      It is your last chance to enjoy 2025 with a blast, so come relax with us at Key Lime Sailing Club and Cottages and make the most of this winter month. Below are our available cottages and dates for December. Let us know your preferred stay and we will help you get booked.

      Available cottages for December

      • Jungle Cottage
      • Available December 1 to 6 and 14 to 23
      • Sleeps up to 4 people
      • Keys Cottage
      • Available December 1 to 4 and 14 to 17
      • Sleeps up to 5 people
      • Bungalow
      • Available December 14 to 22
      • Sleeps up to 4 people

      If you would like to reserve one of these remaining cottages for a relaxing Florida Keys getaway, reply to this email or call or text our reservations team at 305-451-3438 to book.

      Submit Your Entries Now! Win Stays at KLSC

      Hey Key Lime family and friends! Don’t miss your chance to join our Photo & Video Contest — time’s almost up! Submit your favorite Key Lime Sailing Club and Cottages memories for a shot at a FREE 3-night stay (best photo) or a FREE 5-night stay (best video). You can enter as many times as you like!

      Voting starts December 16, so share your entries, tell your friends, and get those votes ready. Need a little inspiration? Check out our Facebook page to see what past winners have created. Click this link for rules and terms.

      To enter, reply to this email with your photos or video links. We’d love to see your memories and welcome you back to make even more.

       
       
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    • Celebrate Thanksgiving in Key Largo – Key Lime Sailing Club


      Key Lime Sailing Club in Key Largo, 305-451-3438, www.keylimesailingclub.com

      Key Lime Sailing Club, A CRUISERS NET SPONSOR, always has very special offers for their visitors! Key Lime Sailing Club is a unique slice of KEYS ENJOYMENT…give it a try and let us hear about your experience.

      Join Our Thanksgiving Dinner by the Water

      Hi from Key Lime Sailing Club and Cottages,

      Thanksgiving is almost here and our Florida Keys beachfront celebration is ready for reservations. Every year our guests and KLSC staff gather for a relaxed Thanksgiving dinner by the beach. Amazing sunsets, calm bay views, and sometimes dolphin or manatee sightings create a fun and friendly setting where you can enjoy good food and meet new friends.

      It sounds a little crazy, but we still have a few cottages left that can accommodate couples or families who want to enjoy a Florida Keys Thanksgiving on the beach.

      Here is how it works

      We will serve the turkey, the ham, and some sides for everyone to enjoy.

      Guests are encouraged to bring their favorite side dish and some drinks to share.

      Bring the people you love and enjoy a holiday you will never forget.

      Check out this video clip from our last year’s Thanksgiving celebration to see what the experience is like.

      Available cottages for Thanksgiving

      If you would like to grab one of these remaining cottages for a Florida Keys Thanksgiving on the beach, reply to this email or call or text our reservations team at 305 451 3438 to book.

      Submit Your Entries Now! Win Stays at KLSC

      Hey Key Lime family and friends! Don’t miss your chance to join our Photo & Video Contest — time’s almost up! Submit your favorite Key Lime Sailing Club and Cottages memories for a shot at a FREE 3-night stay (best photo) or a FREE 5-night stay (best video). You can enter as many times as you like!

      Voting starts December 16, so share your entries, tell your friends, and get those votes ready. Need a little inspiration? Check out our Facebook page to see what past winners have created. Click this link for rules and terms.

      To enter, reply to this email with your photos or video links. We’d love to see your memories and welcome you back to make even more.

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    • Stay at Key Lime Sailing Club for FREE! – Key Lime Sailing Club

      Key Lime Sailing Club in Key Largo, 305-451-3438, www.keylimesailingclub.com

      Key Lime Sailing Club, A CRUISERS NET SPONSOR, always has very special offers for their visitors! Key Lime Sailing Club is a unique slice of KEYS ENJOYMENT…give it a try and let us hear about your experience.

      Submit Your Entries Now! Win Stays at KLSC

      Hey Key Lime family and friends! Don’t miss your chance to join our Photo & Video Contest — time’s almost up! Submit your favorite Key Lime Sailing Club and Cottages memories for a shot at a FREE 3-night stay (best photo) or a FREE 5-night stay (best video). You can enter as many times as you like!

      Voting starts December 16, so share your entries, tell your friends, and get those votes ready. Need a little inspiration? Check out our Facebook page to see what past winners have created. Click this link for rules and terms.

      To enter, reply to this email with your photos or video links. We’d love to see your memories and welcome you back to make even more.

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    • Should there be a new CAT-6 Hurricane Category? Fred Pickhardt

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      Hurricanes are a part of life for coastal communities, but what happens when the storms we thought we understood get a whole lot worse? Recently, a 2024 study in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences proposed something that might seem shocking: a new Category 6 for the most intense tropical cyclones, with wind speeds starting at 193 mph.

      At first glance, this might seem like a natural step in the face of increasingly severe weather driven by climate change. But a closer look reveals a deeper conversation with a surprising twist: some experts say a new category might not actually help.

      Current Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale

        

      The case for Category 6

      Researchers behind the 2024 study argue that the Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale, which currently maxes out at Category 5 (for any storm with sustained winds of 157 mph or greater), is no longer sufficient. Their motivation is to more accurately communicate the extreme risks associated with today’s most powerful storms.

      If a Category 6 were adopted, it would be reserved for the most extreme events. In fact, based on data from 1980 to 2021, the 2024 study identified five storms that would have met the criteria:

      • Super Typhoon Haiyan (2013): Struck the Philippines with 196 mph winds.
      • Hurricane Patricia (2015): Reached peak winds of 215 mph at sea in the Eastern Pacific.
      • Super Typhoon Meranti (2016): Had winds of 196 mph between the Philippines and Taiwan.
      • Super Typhoon Goni (2020): Made landfall in the Philippines with winds estimated at 196 mph.
      • Super Typhoon Surigae (2021): Reached wind speeds of 196 mph over the ocean east of the Philippines.

      The argument against a new category

      Despite the scientific motivation, the National Hurricane Center has not adopted Category 6, citing concerns that it could complicate public messaging.

      • Catastrophic is still catastrophic: One key argument is that the difference in damage between a high-end Category 5 and a high-end Category 6 is not meaningfully different in terms of public action. Both result in catastrophic destruction that requires immediate evacuation from vulnerable areas.
      • Damage is already “total”: Robert Simpson, a co-creator of the scale, argued that Category 6 is unnecessary because Category 5 already represents “total destruction”. The scale was designed to measure potential damage, and that potential doesn’t escalate in a way that warrants a new category once winds surpass the Cat 5 threshold.

      It’s also important to note that the Saffir-Simpson scale is currently only used for hurricanes in the Atlantic and Eastern Pacific and 4 of the 5 noted storms in the study occurred in the western North Pacific and only one occurred in the eastern Pacific. To date, there have been no storms in the Atlantic that would have reached this level.

      Global activity vs. increasing intensity.

      So, what about climate change’s role in all of this? While you might assume we are seeing an overall increase in hurricane frequency, the reality is more nuanced. Data from climate scientist Ryan Maue, featured on climatlas.com/tropical, reveals no significant global trend in the number of hurricanes or major hurricanes over the long term. In fact, Maue has highlighted periods of notably low global hurricane activity. A 2022 study also found a decreasing trend in global hurricane numbers from 1990 to 2021.

        

      The real story isn’t about more storms, but stronger ones. Climate change could fuel future more destructive hurricanes with stronger winds, higher storm surges, and heavier rainfall. Warmer ocean temperatures provide more energy for storms. This supercharges the storms, leading to increased intensity. Time will tell.

      What does this mean for us?

      The debate over Category 6 highlights a critical challenge: how do we best communicate the evolving risks of climate change? While adding a new category might sound alarming, it could also provide a more accurate picture of the intensity of a small minority of intense storms. For the Atlantic and East Pacific basins where the Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale is used, there has only been one storm that reached this category in the eastern Pacific, and none have yet reached this level in the Atlantic.

       

       

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