We were last in Boot Key Harbor in early 2019. Hurricane Irma had devastated huge swaths of South Florida, especially the fragile keys. Many parts of the marina were still undergoing repair and replacement. Happily all seems to be set aright and life is good.
The bathhouse and laundry are in this building. The individual shower rooms
have the basics needed for getting clean. They aren't luxurious but you're not using your
precious water and the water is always hot. They are unairconditioned so not
popular during the heat of the day.
The mooring field is huge with areas on either end where boats can anchor. The city has
made great efforts to clean up the water quality and aquatic wildlife is once again living along
with the cruisers. It is so well run that any city considering putting in a field should
study the setup here.
There are many "permanent" cruisers in the field. Those who come and stay for months or even years. They generously donate their talents to the community. This is a well thought out and cared for butterfly garden.
These dinghy docks are new since our last visit.
These docks are all refurbished and closer to where we store the bikes.
Herb garden is thriving.
Artist have enhanced the buildings with their work.
Not only a good reminder but a beautiful art piece.
This mural and shaded area greet you as you arrive at the main building.
Tiki hut, site of many potlucks and impromptu parties is back.
The Tree of Knowledge lost a lot of it's ancient branches with Irma but its still here.
This is a place for gathering and kibitzing.
The old peace sign survived the storms.
I'm getting reacquainted with dinghy operation. I want to be able to get to shore without help.
If you click and zoom in you can see the second boat back is not quite in line. If the wind
isn't strong enough, boats will lie to the current rather than the wind.
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