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.
Low rates and sunny skies await!
Starting to feel the chill? Now’s the perfect time to book your warm getaway in the Florida Keys! Spend your winter soaking up the sun while enjoying our low-season rates. It’s less crowded and prices are better during these months, so you’ll get more out of your trip for less. Be sure to book early to lock in your preferred dates! And don’t forget to check out our new AI assistant on keylimesailingclub.com – she’s ready to instantly answer any questions you have about Key Lime Sailing Club and Cottages. Plus, she’s fun to chat with!
We still have available cottages for our low-rate season. Call or text reservations at 305-451-3438, or send a request from our website, keylimesailingclub.com. Reservations will be happy to let you know which cottages are available for your requested dates.
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. g at 305 896 5555, or send an email to captg@keylimesailing.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.
New Blog Alert: Surprising Fun Facts About the Florida Keys
Key Lime Sailing Club and Cottages just released a brand-new blog post: “11 Fun Facts About the Florida Keys You Probably Didn’t Know”! Discover quirky history, unique wildlife, and surprising tidbits about this tropical paradise. Whether you’re planning your next trip or just love learning about the Keys, these fun facts will definitely spark your curiosity. Check it out and dive deeper into the wonders of the Florida Keys! Read it here.
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 14th Annual KLSC Photo Contest. Check here for details.
Got a talent for video making? Enter our 11th 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!
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.
Expressions from centuries past still hold merit, whether first uttered by sailor, farmer, politician or poet. This particular phrase, “The best laid schemes of mice and men oft’ go awry…and leave us nothing but grief and pain. For promised Joy.” (translated from old Scottish). I didn’t know the verbiage or its origins until a bit of laser-fast research with Google (remember Reference Rooms in the Library? Giant, heavy tomes of information which included much less than we now hold in our hand!) taught me the balance and the longevity. Deeper delving uncovered a bit more.
Poet Robert Burns penned “To A Mouse” in November 1785 after destroying its home while tilling his field. Knowing the mouse had much work to do (re-do) before winter, he was inspired to write the tribute, seen it in its entirety here compliments of The Poetry Foundation.
It would be difficult to track or even estimate how many times I uttered “…THE BEST LAID PLANS…” without finishing (or starting, really) the sentence because I didn’t need to. Through time, society has shortened and slightly revised the original work. Now, somewhat perplexedly, most of the English-speaking world knows what those four words mean. I daresay many folks wouldn’t have cared as much as Burns when destroying the dwelling of a tiny, wild rodent. Perhaps I’m wrong (?); many of my readers chimed in last week (thank you!) to say that while some folks are malicious, the majority are still making a positive difference rather than creating chaos in this big ol’ world.
That little plant caused some chaos in this farm field, but it was saved!
The entire point is that, more often than not, our plans and schemes do not turn out as anticipated. We even anticipate that they won’t turn out as anticipated! That’s how often things go awry. Sometimes it’s difficult to remember that it’s not always a bad thing. I truly believe that. Most plans not going forward certainly don’t cause such dire circumstances as pain and grief. That was the plan, we say, tossing it aside and moving on.
Many plans on this vessel begin like this:
And then these turn into something, or not.
Plans (long term or short term), are created, communicated and initiated only to hear, oft’ as not, “Good Lord willing and the Creek don’t rise.” While many have interpreted the SPARRING WITH MOTHER NATURE meaning of this phrase, as in, “if nothing goes wrong, I’ll be there,” there is an historic secondary origin that begs discussion. According to Wiktionary, the phrase is actually credited to Benjamin Hawkins, Continental Congress from North Carolina and Indian Affairs Superintendent in the early 1800s. The story goes that he was requested to travel to Washington and his response was “If God is willing and the Creek don’t rise.” At that time, there was tremendous controversy with the Creek Native American People as they were being forcibly detained onto smaller and smaller reservations.
Google AI tells us that phrase is simply an American slang expression((!) I like the historical version myself) that implies or indicates ‘strong intentions that could be frustrated by uncommon but forseeable events.’
Please, tell me what you think. Weigh in. Do you use these phrases? And if so, in what form? Is there a favorite? How many generations do they go back? Do you think the expression created by a Creek rising or a creek rising? We may never know.
For months, as an additional source of income, I submitted stories to magazines, trying to get my first byline. I’ve been published in two. Two. That’s it. That’s all. My little italicized bio at the end of a SAIL Magazine article (June/July 2024) says “Janice Anne Wheeler and Steve Uhthoff depart this fall on a five-year voyage to the Caribbean and South America aboard STEADFAST, a 56-foot 1934 William Hand Jr. ketch. You can explore her work at JaniceAnneWheeler.com.” The second part of the bio is still true, the other part was just a plan. When that story was published, STEADFAST looked like this:
Now, STEADFAST looks like this:
Stem, knee and planking are being replaced, a months-long process.
The bow from below. This writer will learn the ancient art of Shipbuilding. So will you, if you subscribe and follow along!
Quite an adjustment, for all three of us, to say the least. And, of course, such a plan is not a plan like going to the grocery store this afternoon, it’s a dream, too. It’s big.
When STEADFAST was first contrived in the early 1930’s by designer William Hand, Jr, she looked like this: What a plan. And it, of course, came completely to fruition in 1934. 90 years later, we need a wee bit of repair…
Ah, THE BEST LAID PLANS. They change. We adjust. We smile. We cry. We laugh. Sometimes we forget what the plan even was! We delve into whatever life tosses our way, if it needs to be tackled, we tackle. If it needs to be embraced, we open our hearts and arms. I believe that somewhere, there’s a little bit of God’s will (however I perceive that entity) involved as well as lots of learning, empathy, flexibility and grit.
Man plans. God laughs. I credit this quote to the boatbuilder that saved this vessel once before, in the 1980’s, contributing years of work and resources. I imagine the origins of that expression, too, go back farther than any of us realize. It always makes me smile so I include it, hoping the same for you. Thanks for being here!
SPARRING WITH MOTHER NATURE, begun just six months ago, was originally envisioned to be stories of travel, sailing and the unending miracles and challenges that Mother Nature presents. Since she presented us with some rather insidious damage in the bow of our big piece of nautical history, we have hauled STEADFAST out in Cambridge, Maryland for the repairs necessary to keep her whole and us safe. It’s both involved and interesting; I’ll definitely be writing about the processes.
The best of human nature has been encountered here; we found a place to live, work & play that, while close to the water, is still a tremendous adjustment. (We do get long, hot showers, something that never happens living aboard). I chose to write on SUBSTACK for the very reason that I could choose all of my own topics and take my writing in any direction that I wished…although I did not foresee this particular creek rise.
*** I will always keep the articles I have written available for free to my readers. If you see value and possess the means, it’s great encouragement to have paid subscribers. If not, simply ‘liking,’ commenting, restacking and sharing these tales helps spread the word about me and what I have chosen to do. There should be someone on your email list that would be intrigued!
Most importantly, YOU ARE TREMENDOUSLY APPRECIATED!
And lastly: our weekly sunrise. These can be seen on Facebook YACHTING STEADFAST each and every morning until 2025. This one’s from the scaffold, where I spend an inordinate amount of time writing stories in my brain and pulling really old cotton out from between these long, lovely planks. Later, we’ll show you how to put all those components back!
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Gulfport Municipal Marina, A CRUISERS NET SPONSOR, and the City of Gulfport always have a full calendar of events for all ages. The marina and harbor, found on the northern shores of Boca Ciega Bay, are easily accessible from the Western Florida ICW, just north of Tampa Bay.
How these changes will affect the posting of LNM on Cruisers Net is not clear, but we will attempt to continue the daily posting of LNMs as they are received.
Notice: Changes to the USCG Local Notice to Mariners (LNM) and Light Lists
The U.S. Coast Guard Navigation Center announces upcoming changes to the Local Notice to Mariners (LNM) and the Light List, as part of our efforts to modernize and improve the accessibility, accuracy, and overall user experience for mariners and other stakeholders.
What Is Changing?
Transition From Paper Charts: In January 2025, NOAA will discontinue the production of all paper charts. In alignment with this change, the Coast Guard will transition from using NOAA Paper Chart Numbers and Editions/Dates for disseminating Marine Safety Information (MSI) to using Official Waterway Names.
How You Will Access LNMs and Light Lists: The LNM and Light List data will now be available in a geospatial format, which will allow you to visualize information interactively on a map/chart. You can use your mouse wheel or the +/- buttons in the upper left portion of the screen to zoom in or out and navigate to your desired area on the map/chart. Once the area is displayed, you can generate a PDF of the LNM or Light List for that specific area, which you can then save and/or print. Alternatively, you can use a fillable form on our website to select your waterway by name from the Light List and generate the LNM or Light List.
LNM and Light List Data Refresh Rate: LNM data will be refreshed every fifteen minutes. Light List data will be refreshed every 24 hours. This will give you a much more up-to-date operating picture, designed to enhance your efficiency and improve safety in your area of transit or planned routes.
Elimination of Weekly Files: Weekly LNMs, Weekly Light List Correction Files, Daily Discrepancy Files, and the Summary of Light List Changes will no longer be published to focus on providing the most up-to-date and accessible format. In the near future, we will also publish an Application Programming Interface (API) for interested parties to access the data externally.
Why Are These Changes Being Made?
The modernization of MSI delivery is designed to improve the U.S. Coast Guard’s aid-to-navigation data management and dissemination capabilities. By providing frequent updates, geospatial visualization, and digital access, we hope to achieve our goals of:
Enhancing Maritime Safety: By delivering the most current and precise information, mariners can make better-informed decisions, reducing the risk of accidents and ensuring safer navigation.
Improving Accessibility: The shift to geospatial visualization makes it easier for all users, from commercial mariners to recreational boaters, to stay informed.
Increasing Efficiency: The integration of LNM and Light List data into a geospatial format to simplify the gathering of safety information and facilitate easy route planning.
When Will These Changes Take Effect?
The transition to the modernized LNM and Light List platform (the Navigation Center website) will be completed by Monday, September 30th.
How to Access the New Features?
Starting on September 30th, 2024, you will be able to access the updated LNM and Light List through the NAVCEN website. A User Guide will be available on the NAVCEN website. Customers will still have the ability to download legacy versions of these products until October 21st.
For any questions or assistance, please visit our Contact Us Page, select ‘LNMs or Light Lists’ from the Subject dropdown, and submit your inquiry.
Thank you for your continued support as we work to improve the safety and efficiency of maritime navigation.
Picturesque vistas and the allure of moss-draped oak trees create an idyllic setting for an unforgettable race day. Come experience the beautiful trails of Johns Island County Park!
Today is the day! Tickets for the 14th Annual Party for the Parks are officially up for grabs, and they’re bound to go fast. With a theme that blends the glamour of 1960s Palm Beach with Charleston’s unique charm, this year’s event at Colonial Lake promises an unforgettable night of style, fun, and community spirit.
Don’t wait—secure your spot now and be part of one of Charleston’s most celebrated events, all while supporting the parks that make our city so special.
GET YOUR TICKET TODAY!
Ticket Details
General Admission – $175: This all-inclusive ticket includes complimentary tastings from some of Charleston’s trendiest restaurants, access to a full open bar, and an evening packed with live entertainment and dancing under the stars.
VIP Tickets – $300: Enjoy an elevated all-inclusive ticket with exclusive access to the VIP lounge, featuring a private premiere bar, restrooms, elevated tastings, complimentary hair and makeup services, and more. It’s the ultimate way to make your night even more special.
Thank you to our Sponsors and Partners
Join Charleston’s leading businesses, elevate your brand to a coveted audience, and guarantee a spot at the most exciting party of the year and become an event sponsor! Sponsorships start at $1,500, and customized exclusive sponsorships start at $5,000.
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Help Us Win Nonprofit of the Year
The Charleston Parks Conservancy has been nominated as the Charleston Regional Business Journal’s Nonprofit Organization of the Year, and we need your support to win! As a community-driven organization, we are dedicated to nurturing and enhancing Charleston’s parks, creating vibrant spaces that connect people to nature and each other. Your daily vote will help us raise awareness of the importance of parks and our mission. Voting is open through Friday, September 27.
To vote, click on “Companies of the Year,” then scroll to “Nonprofit Organization of the Year,” find Charleston Parks Conservancy, and click “Vote.” You can vote once per day, every day, so let’s show Charleston the power of our community!
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ABOUT THE CONSERVANCY
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The core mission of Charleston Parks Conservancy revolves around safeguarding, nurturing, and enhancing the various parks under its purview, cultivating an atmosphere conducive to connecting people with their parks. As diligent stewards, the Conservancy is committed to actively involving the community through cared-for gardens, welcoming amenities, and top-notch programming. The organization believes that within an urban landscape, every individual deserves access to a park that facilitates recreation, provides moments of respite, and stewards community relationships. Read More.
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Who’s up for one last spin? Before you put away your dancing shoes for the season, join us for the final Dancing on the Cooper and Moonlight Mixer of 2024. On September 13, enjoy warm river breezes and live music on the Mount Pleasant Pier. Then on September 20, dance the night away on the Folly Beach Fishing Pier.
Starlight…Star Bright
Reach for the sky and pose with us during Starlight Yoga at the Mount Pleasant Pier on September 12. You can stretch out under the stars while feeling the breeze off the water…which sounds like the perfect way to ease into the weekend if you ask us.
Fab Field Trips
Hey, teachers! Partner with us to plan a field trip to remember. Bring your students to the parks for an oh-so-cool learning experience with one of our environmental or social studies educators. With program options available from preschool through high school, we’re here to help you make learning fun.
Reel ‘Em In
Psst! (We’re keeping this on the DL so the fish don’t catch on.) On September 14, join your fellow anglers on the Folly Beach Fishing Pier for a little friendly competition. Our Cast Off Fishing Tournament is open to participants ages 3 and up – and yes, there will be prizes beyond just bragging rights.
Trick, Treat, and Trail
Call it training for Halloween night: On October 26, kids and their families are invited to a 5K fun run/walk and stroll at Wannamaker County Park, where you’ll be treated to candy stations and ghoulish entertainment. Then stick around for Boo Fest and a costume contest. Sign up today!
An Immersive Experience
On October 6, celebrate Charleston’s vibrant Latin and Caribbean cultures at our annual Latin American Festival! Delicious food, amazing music, spectacular dancing, beautiful arts and crafts…it’s an afternoon the entire family will love.
adrotate banner=’477′] Charleston Harbor Resort and Marina, A CRUISERS NET SPONSOR, sits on the Mount Pleasant side of Charleston Harbor, hard by Patriots Point between Horse Reach’s flashing buoys #34 and #36.
Cruisers Net is proud to be a member of the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway Association whose lobbying work is crucial to keeping the Waterway navigable and safe. Your membership dollars directly support their vital work. Please join and encourage your boating neighbors to do likewise, regardless of their homeport.
Join AIWA for the 25th Anniversary Annual Meeting November 18-20, 2024 Charleston, SC
We are one month closer to the AIWA’s 25th Anniversary Annual Meeting and are excited to share the first draft of the the program with our members by clicking here. In addition to confirmed speakers, we have extended invitations to leaders at the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, U.S. Coast Guard, Maritime Administration, and NOAA to attend this year’s celebratory annual meeting in Charleston, South Carolina. The program topics will include:
Beneficial use of dredged material and natural infrastructure
Waterway closures and impacts to stakeholders and M-95
Dredging challenges and safety issues
Emerging technologies and solutions
and more!
We expect to finalize the agenda by mid-October. If there are topics you would like to see added to the 25th anniversary program, please contact us ataiwa@atlanticintracoastal.net.
Congress returns from recess FY2025 Appropriations Bills still on the table
With Congress in recess for much of August, they return to Washington, DC with a full plate of appropriations bills before the end of the current fiscal year on September 30th. In lieu of passing individual appropriations bills, it is expected that the House and Senate will pass a Continuing Resolution (CR) to keep funding the government at the same funding levels, but the big unknown is how long the CR will last. The gamble for each party is whether they believe they will be in a stronger negotiating position after the election.
It is possible that Congress will pass a CR to be in effect until after January 1 so that the new Congress and new President will be able to implement their versions of the appropriations bills instead of the current Congress. The best outcome for the AIWW is for Congress to pass a short-term CR until after the election but prior to January 1 so that the current Congress can vote on the bills that they have been negotiating to date, instead of opening up the process again with the new Congress and President in 2025.
Below is the current breakdown of funding as it stands today. In addition, the House and Senate have also included the following amounts in the Additional Dredging Needs funding pots which we are eligible to receive.
General Navigation – House: $931.945 million, Senate: $20 million
Inland Waterways – House: $50 million, Senate: $64.987 million
This month will require Congress to move forward and we will report those actions in the October newsletter.
AIWA ‘On the Road’ in September Florida Inland Navigation District Meeting
On September 5-6, AIWA Executive Director Brad Pickel was invited to participate in the Florida Inland Navigation District’s community outreach event and board meeting in Martin County, Florida. FIND is the local sponsor for the waterway in Florida and contributes funding for the dredging of the waterway and they manage and construct upland placement sites for the dredged material.
With the recent appointment of six new FIND Commissioners, it was important for the AIWA to brief the new commissioners on our association and the roles that we have performed for the entire waterway system for the past 25 years. Our presentation was well received and we fielded numerous questions from the commissioners.
In addition to our presentation, we were also able to hear an update on projects in Florida from Eduardo Marin of the Jacksonville District of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, and recent research conducted by Taylor Engineering on shoaling of the waterway as FIND prepares to update their five-year management plan for the waterway. Below is a summary of their findings showing the volume of shoaling material in the waterway with the highest amounts occurring in the northern counties.
FIND Executive Director Janet Zimmerman, and Michael Kennedy, Martin County Commissioner
Call for Volunteer Reviewers for New Grant Program to Remove Abandoned Derelict Vessels (ADVs) Nationwide
The BoatUS Foundation for Boating Safety and Clean Water is seeking a diverse panel of volunteers who will serve as peer reviewers to evaluate proposals for Abandoned and Derelict Vessel (ADV) removal grants between December 2024 and July 2025.
The Foundation has been awarded a four-year, $10 million grant from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Marine Debris Program with funding provided by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to clean up and improve safety along coastal areas by removing abandoned and damaged boats from our nation’s waterways and the Great Lakes. Reviewers will be part of this national effort to improve the environment and remove unsightly vessels from our waters.
Volunteers with backgrounds in marine debris management, the boating industry, education, non-profits, government agencies, marketing and outreach, grant management, financial analysis, project evaluation, impact assessment, as well as legal or regulatory fields are encouraged to apply. Reviewers are asked to commit to at least one review cycle (2-3 months) with an expected time commitment of 25 hours per cycle that includes independent review of proposals and 4-8 hours of virtual meetings.
Read the press release and learn more on the BoatUS website by clicking here.
The AIWA is a national non-profit organization with the mission of securing funding and support for the maintenance of the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway. We are the only organization dedicated to ensuring the future of the AIWW and proudly represent all stakeholders of the waterway.
Gulfport Municipal Marina, A CRUISERS NET SPONSOR, is located in the heart of downtown Gulfport. The marina and harbor, found on the northern shores of Boca Ciega Bay, are easily accessible from the Western Florida ICW, just north of Tampa Bay.
Weekly news & updates
September 9, 2024 | City of Gulfport, FL – Gateway to the Gulf Newsletter
The City of Gulfport 114th Birthday Bash. The event will be held on Saturday, October 12, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Chase Park, 28th Ave. & 53rd St. S., right next to the Gulfport History Museum.
The Atlantic Basin Hurricane season ends November 30. For up-to-date information visit the City of Gulfport Hurricane Center at https://mygulfport.us/hurricane-center/.
Pinellas County’s rainy season fertilizer restrictions are in effect through September 30; the sale or use of fertilizers containing nitrogen and/or phosphorus is prohibited. Phosphorus cannot be used at any time of year unless a soil test confirms it’s needed. Help protect our waterways. Learn more at https://pinellas.gov/fertilizer-landscape-information/.
City of Gulfport: Meetings Calendar September 2024
September 2, 2024 – City Hall Closed – Labor Day Holiday
September 3, 2024 – Council Meeting – 6 pm (VIDEO)
September 4, 2024 – Planning and Zoning Board – No Meeting
September 10, 2024 – Senior Citizens Advisory Committee – 8 am – Senior Center – 5501 27th Ave S.
September 11, 2024 – Board of Adjustment – 6 pm (AGENDA)
September 17, 2024 – Council Meeting – 6 pm
All meetings are open to the public and are held in the City Hall, City Council Chambers, 2401 53rd Street South, In Person, unless otherwise noted. Meetings may occasionally be added, cancelled or rescheduled after this list is published. Please check the city’s website https://mygulfport.us/ for updated information.
This Weeks Events & Meetings
Fusion 49th District General Meeting
Monday, September 9th | 6 – 7:30 p.m.
Gulfport Neighborhood Center. 1617 49th St.
You can sign up to help with:
Organization Committee
Design Committee
Economic Vitality Committee
Promotions Committee
For the qualifications & more information, contact Nancy Dunham at 727-710-6676.
You are invited to grab a friend and come out for an evening of fun while you create a work of art. This is a great way to create an original work of art you’ll be proud to hang on your wall or give as a gift. Class is held in the spacious dining hall at the Senior Center. Refreshments are provided: Tasty snacks and a selection of wines are included. The class size is limited to 24, so we suggest you sign up early due to the popularity of this fun-raiser. All supplies are provided.
Gulfport Tuesday Fresh Market
Tuesday, September 10th | 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Downtown Waterfront District, Beach Blvd. S.
Join us weekly at our open-air fresh market for the region’s freshest produce, arts & crafts from local creators and a fresh array of locally sourced botanicals along the shops and restaurants of scenic Beach Boulevard.
Baystreet Marina special customized off-season rates and new on-line booking for dockage!
Customize your own dockage rate this autumn at Baystreet Marina! Call them directly with your September and October boating plans and they will tailor a rate just for you based on length of stay, size of boat and extended travel plans.
Snag-a-Slip is an incredibly easy way to book dockage from your PC or mobile device with NO booking fees.
The largest marina in The Bahamas, Baystreet Marina spans 1km of waterfront and offers 120 slips, accommodating vessels up to 500′ with 20′ draft’. The Marina is pet friendly, provides high quality reverse osmosis fresh water at every slip, and offers 24-hour security with full CCTV, and pumpout service. Baystreet also has the most modern power system in The Bahamas as well as modern RO system giving boaters peace of mind when connected.
More Bahamas News
The Bahamas Charter Yacht Show 2025 will be held in Nassau with events starting Wednesday January 29 at four leading Nassau/Paradise Island marinas. Presented by the Association of Bahamas Marinas in partnership and The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism & Aviation.
The Association of Bahamas Marinas will have their own booth at this year’s Ft Lauderdale Boat Show. Come visit us in the Superyacht Tent at booth 855-856 and see representatives from:
Show your love for The Bahamas and vote for your favorite marinas, destinations and even the best dockmaster! Vote by clicking below:
Big ABM Welcome to our newest Allied Members – be sure to contact these companies for the best boating experiences in The Bahamas. See our full list of Allied Members!
Gulfport Municipal Marina, A CRUISERS NET SPONSOR, is located in the heart of downtown Gulfport. The marina and harbor, found on the northern shores of Boca Ciega Bay, are easily accessible from the Western Florida ICW, just north of Tampa Bay.
Stroll through Downtown Gulfport and take in the sights and sounds of our monthly Art Walk. Treat yourself to the beautiful Arts & Crafts our fabulous vendors have to offer and be sure to pop into one of our many restaurants to grab dinner or a drink. See you on Friday, Sept 6th!
Gulfport’s Tuesday Market
Every Tuesday, 9am-2pm
Dive into freshness at Gulfport Tuesday Fresh Market! Every Tuesday, enjoy open-air shopping for fruits, veggies, local art, and more. Skip crowded supermarkets and support local vendors. After shopping, grab a meal from our restaurants and savor it in our scenic parks or by the beach. #GulfportFreshMarket#ShopLocal#SociallyDistancedShopping#FreshAndLocal#GulfportLife
Join us as we officially welcome Julio’s Empanadas to the GMC Family. There will be music, surprises and of course, Empanadas!! Bring a friend and your business cards and mingle with community members and local business owners. See you there!
Enjoy a taste (or two) of four of our recently added vintages at Stella’s Divine Wine & Gourmet from 5 until 8pm. In addition to this Van Duzer Pinot Noir, we will be sampling Van Duzer Pinot Gris, Truchard Chardonnay, and Vina Robles Cabernet. We hope you’ll visit and enjoy this fun and enlightening wine tasting! You just might discover your new favorite wine!
Boutique at 49th Closing Sale
Stop by the Boutique at 49th located at 2309 49th Street S. in Studio 49 Salon for their going out of business sale. The entire shop will be 50% off!
DRV Gallery reopens Friday, October 4th with our first “Evening at the Gallery” of the season! The event will feature a solo exhibition of artwork by David Hosler entitled “Journey into Art”. The exhibition will tell the story – through his paintings- of David’s journey to creating art. Meet David and take in his many interesting experiences. A portion of proceeds will benefit PARC Center for Disabilities.
The evening will also feature live music with Jim Gilmour and his special guest Joey Interrante aka BanJoey. Joey Interrante is a lifelong (drummer/percussionist) who has lived, played, and recorded in New York, Los Angeles, Europe, Nashville, Austin, and now in the Tampa Bay area.
This event is free and open to the public.
It is that time of year again as Miracle By The Bay, ROC Park (Remember Our Children Park) and the City of Madeira Beach are excited to announce our annual ROC the Barriers Special Needs Field Day. We would love for you to join us for this special event on Sunday, October 6th, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the ROC Park, 200 Rex Place Madeira Beach, FL 33708.
The ROC Barriers Special Needs Field Day is a unique opportunity to bring our community together in support of individuals with various disabilities. The day will be filled with fun activities, games, and opportunities to connect with others in the community as listed below:
Disability Services, Vehicle Wheelchair Providers, Assisted Technology Services, Dental Services, Community Information
This is a chance to celebrate, empower, and support each other in a positive and inclusive environment. We look forward to seeing you there! Please mark your calendars and join us for a day of fun and community spirit.
Please visit the link to register participants to participate in the activities and also please scroll all the way down to the bottom on the ROC the barriers special needs Field Day tab and you’ll be able to register them right online
The Gulfport Merchants Chamber is in need of Volunteers! We believe in the power of collective action, and we’re reaching out to you because we need dedicated volunteers like you to help us make a difference.
Volunteers are the backbone of our organization, and their contributions are invaluable. Whether you have a few hours to spare each week or want to get involved in a specific project, your time and skills can have a meaningful impact.
Here’s how you can get involved:
Our new Welcome Center located at 5317 Gulfport Blvd. S. serves as the first point of contact for visitors, newcomers, and those seeking information about our organization. Volunteers like you play a crucial role in creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere, making our guests feel comfortable, and providing them with the information they need.
Event Ambassadors play a vital role in creating a positive and memorable experience for attendees, guests and participants. You will get to be a part of some of our amazing events in Gulfport!
Use the link below to sign up for different volunteer opportunities!
Members Only: Free Small Business Consultation with The Small Business Development Center
Every Third Thursday, 9am-2pm By Appointment
The Florida SBDC at PCED has partnered with the local community to make confidential consulting available wherever you may be. Debra Schweikowsky, our professionally certified business consultant, specializes in finance and capital access and helps local business owners with growth strategies to realize their goals.
To get started, contact Debra directly to schedule a confidential appointment at 727.453.7108, or email dschweikowsky@pinellas.gov.
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