The Time-release Dose – Boca Chita Key and lighthouse on Biscayne Bay.

In many ways Boca Chita Key remains to this day like a

“Fantasy Island”.

Whereas in the past it was private playground for the

rich and famous, today anyone can visit this island.

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In front of Boca Chita lighthouse aboard “REDRUM”, my Nigel Foster Silhouette.
Boca Chita – kayaking to a Fantasy Island on Biscayne Bay!

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Black Point to Boca Chita Key:

Twenty one miles of open water paddling on Biscayne Bay!

Most visitors come by powerboat. a few by a tour boat and fewer still by kayak. This is because it’s a 10 mile open water paddle across Biscayne Bay to get there!

This is a kind of semi urban paddling, where you can get away from the city and yet always see the Miami area skyline on the horizon.

Once out there on the barrier islands of Biscayne National Park,

you are truly on island time!

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Full story at:

https://kayakfari.wordpress.com/trips-sea-stories-pics/random-gallery-2/florida-south-florida/florida-bay-keys/boca-chita-kayaking-to-a-fantasy-island-on-biscayne-bay/

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© 2022 Flex Maslan / kayakfari.com / awakenthegrass.com. All original photographs, artworks and music in this portfolio are copyrighted and owned by the artist, Flex Maslan, unless otherwise noted. Any reproduction, modification, publication, transmission, transfer, or exploitation of any of the content, for personal or commercial use, whether in whole or in part, without written permission from the artist is strictly prohibited.

All rights reserved!

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DISCLAIMER:

The maps and images on this site are not intended for navigation, I am not a guide; use any and all information at your own risk! Your mileage may vary .. so use good judgement before venturing out!

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I hereby disclaim any sponsorship, endorsement, nor association with any product or service described herein. The photographs, depictions, products, and ideas presented on this site are for informational purposes only. Your results may vary, and I do not imply nor guarantee the effectiveness, suitability, design or operation to adhere to any standard. I assume no legal responsibility for the implementation of anything herein presented! Use any and all information at your own risk! By using any and all information from this website, you accept the final liability for any use or possible associated misuse!

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With that said..
Blessings friends!

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The Daily Dose – “The larger the island of knowledge, the longer the shoreline of wonder.”

Black Point to Boca Chita Key:

Twenty one miles paddling on Biscayne Bay.

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Sexy kayaks on Boca Chita beach surrounded by the clear waters of Biscayne National Park.
Boca Chita – kayaking to a Fantasy Island on Biscayne Bay!

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In many ways Boca Chita Key remains to this day like a “Fantasy Island”. Whereas in the past it was private playground for the rich and famous, today anyone can visit or even camp on the island. Most visitors come by powerboat. a few by a tour boat and fewer still by kayak. This is because it’s a 10 mile open water paddle across Biscayne Bay to get there!

This is a kind of semi urban paddling, where you can get away from the city and yet always see the Miami area skyline on the horizon.

Once out there on the barrier islands of Biscayne National Park,

you are truly on island time!

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(Title quotation from Ralph W. Sockman)

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Full story at:

https://kayakfari.wordpress.com/trips-sea-stories-pics/random-gallery-2/florida-south-florida/florida-bay-keys/boca-chita-kayaking-to-a-fantasy-island-on-biscayne-bay/

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! Bless UP

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© 2022 Flex Maslan / kayakfari.com / awakenthegrass.com. All original photographs, artworks and music in this portfolio are copyrighted and owned by the artist, Flex Maslan, unless otherwise noted. Any reproduction, modification, publication, transmission, transfer, or exploitation of any of the content, for personal or commercial use, whether in whole or in part, without written permission from the artist is strictly prohibited.

All rights reserved!

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DISCLAIMER:

The maps and images on this site are not intended for navigation, I am not a guide; use any and all information at your own risk! Your mileage may vary .. so use good judgement before venturing out!

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I hereby disclaim any sponsorship, endorsement, nor association with any product or service described herein. The photographs, depictions, products, and ideas presented on this site are for informational purposes only. Your results may vary, and I do not imply nor guarantee the effectiveness, suitability, design or operation to adhere to any standard. I assume no legal responsibility for the implementation of anything herein presented! Use any and all information at your own risk! By using any and all information from this website, you accept the final liability for any use or possible associated misuse!

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With that said..
Blessings friends!

🙂

Twenty one miles paddling on beautiful Biscayne Bay to Boca Chita Key (and reluctantly back).

Boca Chita – kayaking to a Fantasy Island on Biscayne Bay!

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“I have seen the light!”
Boca Chita – kayaking to a Fantasy Island on Biscayne Bay!

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Look .. da Plane, da PLANE! 😉

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https://kayakfari.wordpress.com/trips-sea-stories-pics/random-gallery-2/florida-south-florida/florida-bay-keys/boca-chita-kayaking-to-a-fantasy-island-on-biscayne-bay/

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Enjoy!

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© 2018 Flex Maslan / kayakfari.com / awakenthegrass.com . All original photographs, artworks and music in this portfolio are copyrighted and owned by the artist, Flex Maslan, unless otherwise noted. Any reproduction, modification, publication, transmission, transfer, or exploitation of any of the content, for personal or commercial use, whether in whole or in part, without written permission from the artist is strictly prohibited.

All rights reserved!

…

DISCLAIMER:

The maps and images on this site are not intended for navigation, I am not a guide; use any and all information at your own risk! Your mileage may vary .. so use good judgement before venturing out!

…

I hereby disclaim any sponsorship, endorsement, nor association with any product or service described herein. The photographs, depictions, products, and ideas presented on this site are for informational purposes only. Your results may vary, and I do not imply nor guarantee the effectiveness, suitability, design or operation to adhere to any standard. I assume no legal responsibility for the implementation of anything herein presented! Use any and all information at your own risk! By using any and all information from this website, you accept the final liability for any use or possible associated misuse!

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With that said..
Blessings friends!

🙂

 

Outside kayak and canoe Hurricane IRMA storage made easy!

Hurricane Irma

is almost upon us here in South Florida!

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Filling up your kayak with fresh water makes it several hundred pounds heavy and also creates an emergency water supply!

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If you’re  wondering what to do with the kayaks or canoes you keep outside,

here’s an easy solution that also doubles as extra fresh water storage!

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Aside from filling up the boats, another alternative could be to sink it in your swimming pool if you have one.

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Simply fill up the boats with water from your garden hose!

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Canoe and old kayak partially filled with water, the coming rains will certainly top it off!

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No need to take up valuable space in your garage, shed or other structure!

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Now you have more time to fill up that mini fridge! 😉

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This works best for SOT plastic kayaks that are on level ground nestled up near a wall, structure or tree in a confined area.

Alternately, you can also sink the boat(s) to the bottom of your swimming pool!

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Composite boats get stored indoors – Banana Boat, Red Rum & the Grey Ghost riding out the storm in the garage among other friends!

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Be safe, see you on the flip side of the storm!

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© 2017 Flex Maslan / kayakfari.com / awakenthegrass.com. All original photographs, artworks and music in this portfolio are copyrighted and owned by the artist, Flex Maslan, unless otherwise noted. Any reproduction, modification, publication, transmission, transfer, or exploitation of any of the content, for personal or commercial use, whether in whole or in part, without written permission from the artist is strictly prohibited.

All rights reserved!

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DISCLAIMER:

The maps and images on this site are not intended for navigation, I am not a guide; use any and all information at your own risk! Your mileage may vary .. so use good judgement before venturing out!

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! Bless – be SAFE

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Tribute to 9/11 heroes remembrance paddle in Ft Lauderdale

Annual 9/11 Heroes remembrance tribute paddle in downtown Ft Lauderdale

organized by the

South Florida Kayaking Meetup group.

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“For those who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty.”

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(Please take a moment of silence as you ponder on the timeline of that fateful day, fifteen years ago!)

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9/11 – Never Forget!

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Launch at George English Park in Ft Lauderdale.

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Kayak Ted (aka SpiritWalker) reprises his role in paddling the US flag around Ft Lauderdale.

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Flying the colors with a smile.. 🙂

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Paddling towards downtown Ft Lauderdale.

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Downtown selfie with my custom “sombrero lite” and face shield.

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Arrival at Cooley’s Landing!

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Special guest Qajaq Jeff hidden somewhere inside his spacesuit! 😉

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Kayak Whitney cools off at Cooley’s!

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Kayak Shana under the 4th Ave bridge.

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Kayaker Frank H. paddling his Folbot in front of the historic Stranahan House.
The 115 year old structure is getting crowded in by all the high rise buildings!

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Paddling back on the intracoastal waterway.

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“RED RUM” is my older Nigel Foster designed Silhouette. An excellent boat to pair with a Greenland stick! 🙂

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Kayak Ted and Qajaq Jeff in da house today!

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Group crossing the intracoastal waterway.

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These colors fluttering in the wind ..

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A gust of wind prompted Kayak Ted to an early take down of the big flag.

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Assisting in the flag take down..

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Kayak Ted says “Never forget!”

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Qajaq Jeff proudly flying twin flags ..

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Group paddling back on a canal in Ft Lauderdale – the Venice of the America’s.

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Back at the take out at George English off Sunrise Blvd near Galleria Mall.

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More info and pics here:

http://www.meetup.com/kayaking-130/events/233740307/

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Thanks to all who participated!

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Previous 9/11 tribute paddles you might like:

https://kayakfari.wordpress.com/2013/09/18/tribute-911-heroes-paddle-kayakfari-allamericankayak/

https://kayakfari.wordpress.com/2014/09/18/ft-lauderdale-911-tribute-to-fallen-heroes-paddle-with-allamericankayak/

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NEVER FORGET!

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! BLESS

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© 2016 Flex Maslan / kayakfari.com / awakenthegrass.com . All original photographs, artworks and music in this portfolio are copyrighted and owned by the artist, Flex Maslan, unless otherwise noted. Any reproduction, modification, publication, transmission, transfer, or exploitation of any of the content, for personal or commercial use, whether in whole or in part, without written permission from the artist is strictly prohibited.

All rights reserved!

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DISCLAIMER:: The maps and images on this site are not intended for navigation, I am not a guide; use any and all information at your own risk! Your mileage may vary .. so use good judgement before venturing out!

With that said..
Blessings friends!

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