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New Pennecamp State Park Coral Cam, Key Largo, FL
The Friends of John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park and Dagny Johnson Key Largo Hammock Botanical State Park are taking this famous sentiment one step further – by installing a state-of-the-art coral camera to showcase what lives in our waters.
The Coral Cam presents a beautiful undersea vista. CONTRIBUTED
NEW PENNEKAMP STATE PARK CORAL CAM GIVES A VIEW INTO THE BLUE – Florida
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Click Here To Open A Chart View Window, Zoomed To the Location of Largo Sound
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Happy 4th of July! Key Lime Sailing Club, Key Largo, FL
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.
Celebrating our FreedomThe 4th of July is the day we celebrate our freedom and the brave men and women who fought for it. It’s a day to thank those who sacrificed their lives so that we could live in a land of hope, opportunity, and equality.It’s also an opportunity for us to be grateful for all the blessings in our lives. We should take time today to remember what this country has given us: an opportunity to pursue our dreams, the chance at a better life, and the potential for success.Happy 4th of July!
Save on ASA Sailing LessonsThis is a sailing lesson deal for those who wish to learn or upgrade their sailing skills.We are happy to announce our new ASA online Hybrid sailing lessons from today until July 4th. For this special offer, watch this video by Capt. G until the end and get the coupon code. (Valid for new bookings)Learn from our award-winning sailing instructors and start sailing on your own safely and with confidence! Don’t miss out on this offer!Summer Vacation in the KeysSummer is here, and it’s time to plan your next vacation. Key Largo is the perfect place for a summer getaway. With our beautiful beaches, tropical weather, and endless things to do, you’ll never want to leave!Here are our available cottages up to September:
Book at Key Lime now! Cottage rental includes unlimited use of a 22’ sailboat (for qualified sailors), kayaks, paddle boards, water toys, bicycles, snorkel and fishing gear at no extra cost.We also offer activities such as ocean side sail and snorkel charters aboard a pirate ship, bayside sunset cruise, sailing lessons, and kayak eco-tours.Visit our website www.keylimesailingclub.com and send us a Request to Book! You can also call or text our reservation specialist at 305-451-3438 almost any time day or night! Cruise in Style aboard our 37′ Leopard CatamaranThe luxury catamaran boat for rent is the perfect way to enjoy your vacation in the Florida Keys. Imagine waking up and seeing the blue calm waters of Key Largo, imagine enjoying a cocktail and watching the beautiful sunset on the water.This is an opportunity to experience something different – something that will make your vacation one of a kind and unforgettable.You can charter this vessel for day trips or book it for overnight stays. Call 305-451-3438 for more info.
*Please note: This is only for adults with boating experience. Children and pets not allowed.
Try “Glamping” in our Lifeguard TowersWhen you see a lifeguard tower, have you ever wondered how it feels to live in one?South Dade Marina and Eco-Adventures allows you to enjoy this unique experience!The lifeguard towers are a perfect place to stay if you want to get away from the city but still be close enough to explore all of Florida’s natural beauty. You’ll feel refreshed and rejuvenated afterward.Check out a recent article about us on Newsbreak.Currently listed on AirBnb, the lifeguard towers are open for overnight or weekly camping by the Florida Everglades and provide an ultimate glamping experience. You can enjoy free use of kayaks, paddle boards, and fishing gear.You can book your reservation thru AirBnb or call us at 305-247-8730 to book directly.
Win Stays at Key Lime Sailing ClubTo 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 12th Annual KLSC Photo Contest. Check here for details.Got a talent for video making? Enter our 9th 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:Learn ASA Certified Sailing at American Sailing Academy. Call us at 305-587-3205.Enjoy a Snorkel or Sunset Cruise both bay side and ocean side as well as sailboat rentals from 22 foot to 68 foot through Morning Star Sailing Charters. Call us at 305-451-7057.South Dade Marina, Wet and Dry Slips Available. Call 305-247-8730Sommerset Sails, makers of excellent quality sails for your boat.Be the first to comment!
BOLO: Lost Dinghy, Boot Key Harbor, FL
If you spot Neil’s dinghy, be a Cruiser Helping Other Cruisers!
Hello, our dinghy came untied last night a drifted off. We are located at Boot Key Harbor near Marathon. If you see a drifting dingy please contact. Thanks
Neil Gibby, jdeluisa@yahoo.com
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Keys History by Brad Bertelli
When East Florida and West Florida were still Spanish territories, they were wild, sparsely-populated frontiers.
KEYS HISTORY: LIEUTENANT DECLARES U.S. POSSESSION OF KEY WEST SOME 200 YEARS AGO
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Happy Holidays! Key Largo Cottages, Key Largo, FL
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.
Wishing you and your Family a Joyous Holiday SeasonDuring the holiday season, our thoughts turn gratefully to those who have made our success possible. It is in this spirit that we say thank you and send best wishes for the holidays and New Year.The teams at Key Largo Cottages at Key Lime Sailing Club, American Sailing Academy, South Dade Marina, and Morning Star ChartersGive the Gift of Sail
Surprise your loved ones with the Gift of Sail. You can buy Key Lime Sailing Club and Cottages gift certificate from our online store. They can be used at Key Lime Sailing Club and Cottages, the American Sailing Academy, South Dade Marina, Pirate’s Choice Sailing Charters, and Morning Star Charters.Free Boating Course for your State
Want to take a free online boating course with certification? The BoatUS Foundation offers the only FREE online boating safety course developed specifically for your state. Check out their website to sign up for their program.KLSC Photo Contest Voting Period
Vote for your favorite photos now! We have lots of great pictures taken by our guests while staying at Key Lime Sailing Club and Cottages and you can help them win by voting for their entries on Facebook. Please check our Facebook Page to see all qualified entries and vote for your favorite photos by clicking the “Like” button.You can “Like” as many photos as you want, and you can also invite friends to vote. The photo with the most Facebook “Likes” by January 1, 2022, 12:00 am EST, will win, and the owner of the winning entry will get a FREE 3-night stay at Key Lime Sailing Club and Cottages. We will announce the winners of the Photo Contest and Video Contest on January 2, 2022 through our Facebook and email newsletter.Key Largo Cottages. 99306 #3Overseas Highway, Key Largo, Florida, 33037 USA305-451-3438
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Florida Keys Celebrate End of Hurricane Season
The Florida Keys emerged from hurricane season relatively unscathed, and celebrated on Nov. 30, the last day of the storm season, by setting the red-and-black hurricane flag on fire at Truman Waterfront.
CONCH REPUBLIC BURNS THE HURRICANE FLAG IN CELEBRATION OF THE END OF HURRICANE SEASON
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Saving Florida’s Coral Reefs from a Mysterious Disease
The work of these scientists could be the last chance to save the species that make up the only coral reef in the United States’ continental waters.
Scientists Are on a Mission to Save Florida’s Coral Reefs From a Mysterious Disease – ScienceAlert
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Lobster Season Opened in the Keys August 6
Lee Starling, who’s known as “Lobster Lee” in Key West, has been diving for spiny lobster and other fish for more than 25 years. While scouting his various spots before opening day, Starling said he thinks the lobsters may have checked in early to the Keys. The season runs August 6 to March 31.
CHASIN’ TAILS: LOBSTER SEASON OPENED AUG. 6
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Careless Anchoring Damages Coral Reefs
Many ocean lovers anchor to pursue their favorite pastime. While some are careful when anchoring, others aren’t. Carelessly or maliciously dropping anchors onto reefs causes serious harm to the reef below.
OPINION: CARELESS ANCHORING HURTS OUR REEFS
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Snorkeling in John Pennecamp Coral Reef State Park, Key Largo, FL
The entrance channel to John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park Marina is found off Hawk Channel, on the east side of Key Largo. Largo Sound Mooring Field is managed by the State Park marina.
What to Know About Snorkeling in John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park, Key Largo’s Best Reef
TheTravelClick Here To View the Cruisers Net Florida Keys Marina Directory Listing For John Pennekamp Marina
Click Here To Open A Chart View Window, Zoomed To the Location of Largo Sound
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Florida Keys Pump-out Outfitting Program – MPOOP
There are nearly 500 marine facilities throughout the Florida Keys with hundreds of liveaboard vessels at these locations. However, less than 30 percent of these facilities have pump-out equipment available. Monroe County has adopted policies to increase the availability of pump-out facilities in order to reduce pollutant discharges to protect our nearshore waters.
Monroe County Marina Pump-Out Outfitting Program (MPOOP)
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Happy Father’s Day from Key Lime Sailing Club, Key Largo, FL
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.
To all the dads out there who provided stability in their children’s lives with love and acceptance. Thank you for everything! Happy Father’s Day!What makes this coming Father’s Day extra special? It just so happens to be the 60th birthday of the “Father of KLSC”! Thank you, Paul, for being the backbone of Key Lime Sailing Club and Cottages throughout the years. Key Lime has flourished with you at the helm, and we wish you the best for many more years. Thank you!Looking for a last minute gift for Dad? Give him the Gift of Sail with our Gift Certificates that you can use at Key Lime Sailing Club, American Sailing Academy, Morning Star Charters, and Pirate’s Choice Charters.
Our Low Season RatesAugust 16 is the start of our low season rates where you can book a cottage for as low as $175 per night (excluding holidays). August to December gives you a chance to enjoy the Florida Keys where everything is less expensive, and the place is not as crowded. Call reservations today!Available Cottages and Dates
Book at Key Lime now! Cottage rental includes unlimited use of a 22’ sailboat (for qualified sailors), kayaks, paddle boards, water toys, bicycles, snorkel and fishing gear at no extra cost.We also offer activities such as ocean side sail and snorkel charters aboard a pirate ship, bayside sunset cruise, sailing lessons, and kayak eco-tours.Visit our website www.keylimesailingclub.com and send us a Request to Book! You can also call or text our reservation specialist at 305-451-3438 almost any time day or night!
Win Stays at Key Lime Sailing ClubTo 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 8th Annual KLSC Photo Contest. Check here for details.Got a talent for video making? Enter our 8th 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:Learn ASA Certified Sailing at American Sailing Academy. Call us at 305-587-3205.Enjoy a Snorkel or Sunset Cruise both bay side and ocean side as well as boat rentals from 22 foot to 68 foot. at Morning Star Sailing Charters. Call us at 305-451-7057.South Dade Marina, Wet and Dry Slips Available. Call 305-247-8730Be the first to comment!
Remembering our Heroes – Key Lime Sailing Club, Key Largo, FL
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.
Remembering our HeroesOn this day we remember the great sacrifices of our brave soldiers and sailors so we can enjoy the freedom that we have. We give thanks to our heroes this Memorial Day.“May we never forget our fallen comrades. Freedom isn’t free.”– Sgt. Major Bill PaxtonAvailable Cottages and Dates
Book at Key Lime now! Cottage rental includes unlimited use of a 22’ sailboat (for qualified sailors), kayaks, paddle boards, water toys, bicycles, snorkel and fishing gear at no extra cost.We also offer activities such as ocean side sail and snorkel charters aboard a pirate ship, bayside sunset cruise, sailing lessons, and kayak eco-tours.Visit our website www.keylimesailingclub.com and send us a Request to Book! You can also call or text our reservation specialist at 305-451-3438 almost any time day or night!Win Stays at Key Lime Sailing ClubTo 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 8th Annual KLSC Photo Contest. Check here for details.Got a talent for video making? Enter our 8th 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:Learn ASA Certified Sailing at American Sailing Academy. Call us at 305-587-3205.Enjoy a Snorkel or Sunset Cruise both bay side and ocean side as well as boat rentals from 22 foot to 68 foot. at Morning Star Sailing Charters. Call us at 305-451-7057.South Dade Marina, Wet and Dry Slips Available. Call 305-247-8730Be the first to comment!
Plastic Debris is choking the Ocean by John Christopher Fine
As we celebrate Earth Day, please be more careful with plastic bags and foam cups. And be sure to not let helium balloons loose.
John Christopher Fine
Plastic debris is choking the ocean
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Two Manatees Killed by Boat Strikes in the Keys
Two manatees in the Florida Keys were killed earlier this week in the same area from boat strikes, according to a Key Largo marine mammal rescue organization.
Two manatees fatally struck by boats in Florida Keys
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Tavernier Diver’s Underwater World
Slate feeds marine creatures underwater, and the interaction enables divers to see large marine animals up close.
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Scientists Race Against Time To Save Coral Off Florida Keys
Over the last 40 years, nearly 90% of the live corals that once covered those reefs have died off.
Scientists Race Against Time To Save Coral Off Florida Keys
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Florida Keys Coral Reef in Critical Condition
Today live coral on the reefs is 3% to 5%. In the 1970s, coral coverage was 50% to 60%.
Florida Keys coral reef is in critical condition
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New Hope for Coral Reef Systems in the Keys
This year, for the first time, corals raised by scientists in a lab and transplanted to the natural reefs are primed to join the spawn—a promising milestone for ongoing efforts to restore the ravaged reef systems off South Florida.
Lab-grown and replanted corals to spawn in the Florida Keys
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