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Please Note That Postings Below From Fellow Cruisers Are Listed in Chronological Order, Based on Publication Date
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Please Note That Postings Below From Fellow Cruisers Are Listed in Chronological Order, Based on Publication Date
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Please Note That Postings Below From Fellow Cruisers Are Listed in Chronological Order, Based on Publication Date
PLEASE CAREFULLY READ OUR DISCLAIMER!
Please Note That Postings Below From Fellow Cruisers Are Listed in Chronological Order, Based on Publication Date
PLEASE CAREFULLY READ OUR DISCLAIMER!
Please Note That Postings Below From Fellow Cruisers Are Listed in Chronological Order, Based on Publication Date
PLEASE CAREFULLY READ OUR DISCLAIMER!
Please Note That Postings Below From Fellow Cruisers Are Listed in Chronological Order, Based on Publication Date
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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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Below, you will discover our COMPLETE listing of Western Florida anchorages, arranged in a rough, south to north, geographic format. IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO NARROW YOUR SELECTION of WF Anchorages to those in 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 Anchorages.” A sub-drop-down menu will now appear. The first selection is “All Western Florida Anchorages,” which is where you are now. Below this selection, however, you will find listed 12 Western Florida geographic sub-regions. Select your waters of interest, and after clicking on your choice, a list of WF anchorages will appear, confined to the sub-region you have picked!
UPDATE/CHARLOTTE HARBOR TO TAMPA BAY/ATON/SEC SSP BNM 0320-25 UPDATE-1
LONGBOAT PASS DBN 9 (LLNR 21829) IS TRUB. ALL MARINERS ARE ADVISED TO TRANSIT THE AREA WITH CAUTION. BT
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SAFETY/TAMPA BAY/ATON/SEC SSP BNM 0338-25
EGMONT CHANNEL RANGE FRONT LIGHT (LLNR 22280) IS RPTD EXTINGUISHED. ALL MARINERS EXERCISE CAUTION WHILE TRANSITING THE AREA BT
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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.
Special Events & Community Relations
941.639.8721
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SAFETY/ST. MARKS RIVER AND APPROACHES /ATON/SEC MOB BNM 0382-25
FL – ST MARKS RIVER AND APPROACHES – ST MARKS RIVER BT
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SAFETY/FL – ST MARKS RIVER AND APPROACHES/ATON/SEC MOB BNM 0381-25
1. ST MARKS RIVER BUOY 8 (LLNR 1550) AID REPORTED MISSING. MARINERS ARE REQUESTED TO TRANSIT THE AREA WITH CAUTION. BT
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SAFETY/FORT MYERS TO CHARLOTTE HARBOR AND WIGGINS PASS/ATON/SEC SSP BNM 0336-25
NORTH ESTERO BAY DBN 10 (LLNR 18530) IS RPTD DESTROYED. ALL MARINERS ARE ADVISED TO TRANSIT THE AREA WITH CAUTION. BT
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Marina Jacks and Sarasota are a favorite stop of ours when cruising Florida’s Gulf Coast. It has top notch facilities and staff along with a great town to visit. We particarily enjoy the Sarasota Farmers Market which is hosted every Saturday from 7 am – 1pm.
Take advantage of their special August BOGO offer if you’re in the area.
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There is always plenty to do around Punta Gorda, Englewood Beach, and Charlotte Harbor, any time of the year. Whether you are moored in Punta Gorda’s mooring field or berthed at Fishermen’s Village Marina, A CRUISERS NET SPONSOR, you will enjoy your visit to the beautiful area and activities, especially the Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach’s Waterfest.
Englewood Beach Waterfest Chosen as APBA World Championship Finale
PUNTA GORDA/ENGLEWOOD BEACH, Fla. – (August 19, 2025) The highly anticipated American Powerboat Association (APBA) World Championship will be the thrilling finale at Englewood Beach Waterfest October 10th through the 12th. This fall will mark the 11th year of speedboat racing on Englewood Beach. Waterfest draws people far and wide, averaging an impressive 32,000 guests throughout the weekend. Englewood Beach Waterfest, Inc. is a non-profit, 100% volunteer-run organization that highlights speedboat racing and water activities to promote and support conservation and recreation. The APBA Championship is a three-race event with Waterfest holding the final race, bringing both national and international recognition to the area.
Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach’s Waterfest was selected as one of the Top 20 Festivals by the Southeast Tourism Society in 2023, marking its third time being recognized with this award. It is made possible by a dedicated team of volunteers, eager to help from start to finish, producing a spectacular event.
The hidden gem Florida destination, Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach, makes for an incredible race setting due to its unique day-to-day water conditions, from calm waters to larger waves. In addition, the community support in Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach is unwavering with extraordinary safety measures, from helicopters overhead to protect race drivers and marine life, to the local fire department’s rescue boat on standby, to ensure safety for all participants.
“Englewood Beach Waterfest is excited and honored to be hosting the final race of the season where the APBA World Champions will be crowned,” says Englewood Beach Waterfest President, Jay Henderson. “The Englewood community loves offshore racing and enjoys showcasing our beautiful area. The 450 Volunteers that make Englewood Beach Waterfest possible welcome and assist our Guests and Racers to make sure all have a safe and enjoyable weekend.”
The teams for Waterfest will be arriving Thursday and Friday where they will start safety inspections, a driver’s meeting and a race position qualifier. On Friday October 10th, excitement will spark in the community with the Annual Block Party on historic Dearborn Street. Racing kicks off at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, October 11 and continues through Sunday, October 12. The top three winners will be celebrated at the awards ceremony.
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ABOUT PUNTA GORDA/ ENGLEWOOD BEACH
The charming Punta Gorda/ Englewood Beach is found on Florida’s Gulf Coast. The region is known for its long, pristine beaches and the lush environment, with over 70 parks and preserves. Located just south of Sarasota, the coastal town offers activities such as kayaking, paddleboarding, biking, shelling, and even hunting for fossilized shark teeth along the serene shore. There is something for everyone in Punta Gorda/ Englewood Beach, whether it is relaxing at the beach or going on a thrilling adventure through mangrove tunnels, it will prove to be an amazing experience.
To learn more about Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach, visit PureFlorida.com, call (941)743-1900 or on Instagram, X and Facebook @RealPureFlorida.
Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach VCB Media Contacts:
Lois Croft, Public Relations Director
Punta Gorda/ Englewood Beach Visitors & Conventions Bureau
Mady Dudley, Public Relations Director
Aqua Marketing & Communications
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SAFETY/ANCLOTE KEYS TO CRYSTAL RIVER – HOMOSASSA BAY/ATON/SEC SSP BNM 0335-25
HOMOSASSA BUOY 11 (28387) IS RPTD MISSING. ALL MARINERS ARE ADVISED TO TRANSIT THE AREA WITH CAUTION. BT
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SAFETY/ANCLOTE KEYS TO CRYSTAL RIVER – HOMOSASSA BAY/ATON/SEC SSP BNM 0334-25
HOMOSASSA BUOY 7(LLNR 28377) IS RPTD MISSING. ALL MARINERS ARE ADVISED TO TRANSIT THE AREA WITH CAUTION. BT
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SAFETY/TAMPA BAY/ATON/SEC SSP BNM 0333-25
TAMPA BAY CUT J CHANNEL OUTBOUND RANGE FRONT LIGHT (LLNR 23720) IS RPTD EXTINGUISHED. ALL MARINERS ARE ADVISED TO TRANSIT THE AREA WITH CAUTION. BT
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SAFETY/TAMPA BAY/ATON/SEC SSP BNM 0331-25
TAMPA BAY CUT G CHANNEL RANGE FRONT LIGHT (LLNR 23665) IS RPTD EXTINGUISHED. ALL MARINERS ARE ADVISED TO TRANSIT THE AREA WITH CAUTION. BT
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