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Bonfire Series Kicks Off at Bimini Boatyard, Monday, February 23rd, 6pm
23 Feb 20156:22 PM
The Burning Wahoo Tournament & Festival week starts 6 pm. Monday night at the Bimini Boatyard. Then the action moves to Old Bahama Bay Resort & Yacht Harbor, a Guy Harvey Outpost Expedition Property Feb 26 – March 1st.
To help ensure your success, Capt. Ronnie Schatman will be on hand to offer tips and secrets for catching BIG Bahamian Wahoo. To help ensure we all have a good time, Tito’s Handmade Vodka and Guy Harvey Spiced Rum will be featured at the Kick Off Party.
Join your fellow anglers and extreme sports enthusiasts at a Meet & Greet at the Bimini Boatyard Waterside Palm Bar. Discuss details of the trip and find a buddy boat for the crossing. There will be door prizes, a 50/50 raffle and free giveaways, so come on out and let’s get ready to light it up in West End, Bahamas!
The Bimini Boatyard’s waterfront site offers drinks and eats both inside and out. Monday’s event will take place waterside at the Palm Bar.
Bimini Boatyard Bar & Grill
1555 Southeast 17th St.
Fort Lauderdale, Fl 33316
Phone: 954-525-7400
Email: info@biminiboatyard.com
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![](mailto:?subject=Bonfire Series Kicks Off at Bimini Boatyard, Monday, February 23rd, 6pm&body=The <a href="http://www.guyharveyoutpost.com/2015-burning-wahoo-tournament/overview.html">Burning Wahoo Tournament & Festival</a> week starts 6 pm. Monday night at the <a href="http://biminiboatyard.com/">Bimini Boatyard</a>. Then the action moves to <a style="color:#00ccff;" href="http://www.guyharveyoutpost.com/destinations/bahamas/west-end-grand-bahama-island/overview.html">Old Bahama Bay Resort & Yacht Harbor</a>, a Guy Harvey Outpost Expedition Property Feb 26 - March 1st.
To help ensure your success, Capt. Ronnie Schatman will be on hand to offer tips and secrets for catching BIG Bahamian Wahoo. To help ensure we all have a good time, <a href="http://www.titosvodka.com/">Tito's Handmade Vodka </a>and Guy Harvey Spiced Rum will be featured at the Kick Off Party.
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Join your fellow anglers and extreme sports enthusiasts at a Meet & Greet at the Bimini Boatyard Waterside Palm Bar. Discuss details of the trip and find a buddy boat for the crossing. There will be door prizes, a 50/50 raffle and free giveaways, so come on out and let’s get ready to light it up in West End, Bahamas!
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The Bimini Boatyard's waterfront site offers drinks and eats both inside and out. Monday's event will take place waterside at the Palm Bar.
Bimini Boatyard Bar & Grill
1555 Southeast 17th St.
Fort Lauderdale, Fl 33316
Phone: <a href="tel:1-954-525-7400">954-525-7400</a>
Email: <a href="mailto:info@biminiboatyard.com">info@biminiboatyard.com</a>
For Fishing with Guy Harvey Outpost: <a href="http://www.ghofish.com/">www.ghofish.com</a>
For Guy Harvey Outpost & their great resorts: <a href="http://www.guyharveyoutpost.com/" target="_parent">http://www.guyharveyoutpost.com/</a>
For the Guy Harvey Outpost Blog <a href="http://www.guyharveyoutpostnews.com/" target="_parent">www.guyharveyoutpostnews.com</a>
For Guy Harvey Outpost on Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/GuyHarveyOutpost" target="_parent">https://www.facebook.com/GuyHarveyOutpost</a>
For Guy Harvey Outpost on Twitter <a href="https://twitter.com/GHOutpost" target="_parent">https://twitter.com/GHOutpost</a> https://guyharveyoutpostblog.com/bonfire-series-kicks-off-at-bimini-boatyard-february-23rd/){kind=link}
![](mailto:?subject=Bimini Mysteries & Legends: Flight 19: The "Lost Patrol"&body=Today is the 65th anniversary of the disappearance of <a title="Wikipedia entry for Flight 19" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flight_19" target="_blank">Flight 19, the US Navy's infamous "Lost Patrol"</a>. On Dec. 5, 1945, five <a title="Wikipedia entry for Avenger torpedo bombers" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/TBF_Avenger" target="_blank">TBM Avengers</a> were on a routine training mission from their <a title="Wikipedia entry for NAS Ft. Lauderdale" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Naval_Air_Station_Fort_Lauderdale" target="_blank">base in Ft. Lauderdale</a> when they disappeared after a practice bombing run. No trace of the crews or their planes were ever found.
<a href="https://guyharveyoutpostblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/12/f191.png"><img class="aligncenter size-medium wp-image-315" title="Artists Rendering of Flight 19, the "Lost Patrol"" src="https://guyharveyoutpostblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/12/f191.png?w=250" alt="" width="250" height="300" /></a>
The case of of the "Lost Patrol" is one of the 20th Century's great mysteries, and is another chapter in the very colorful history of <a title="Islands of the Bahamas web site" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Naval_Air_Station_Fort_Lauderdale" target="_blank">Bimini</a>, the tiny islands in the <a title="Wikipedia entry for the Gulf Stream" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gulf_Stream" target="_blank">Stream</a> that seems to have more than their fair share of mysteries and legends. You see, shortly before disappearing forever, Flight 19 had just completed a bombing run on the <a title="Wikipedia entry for S.S. Sapona" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/SS_Sapona" target="_blank">S.S. Sapona</a>, a shipwreck just off the coast of Bimini and only a short trip north from the <a title="BBGC web site" href="http://www.biggameclubbimini.com" target="_blank">Big Game Club</a>.
<a href="https://guyharveyoutpostblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/12/sapona.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-medium wp-image-316" title="The Wreck of the S.S. Sapona" src="https://guyharveyoutpostblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/12/sapona.jpg?w=300" alt="" width="300" height="225" /></a>
So what happened to the "Lost Patrol"? No one really knows, but some believe Flight 19 was a victim of the <a title="Wikipedia entry for Bermuda Triangle" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bermuda_Triangle" target="_blank">Bermuda Triangle</a>, the area where ships and planes have disappeared for centuries without explanation. Many theories have been given for the strange occurrences in the Triangle, from aliens to the paranormal to some type of interaction with the <a title="Wikipedia entry for Atlantis" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Atlantis" target="_blank">Lost City of Atlantis</a>. For those that believe in the Triangle, Atlantis is the most plausible explanation for the disappearance of Flight 19. Why? Because Bimini also happens to be the home of the reputed <a title="Wikipedia entry for the Road to Atlantis" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bimini_Road" target="_blank">Road to Atlantis</a>. Coincidence??
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NOTE: The S.S. Sapona and the Road to Atlantis (AKA the Bimini Road) are two of Bimini's most popular dive sites. For more information on scuba diving these famous sites, as well as Bimini's other underwater adventures, contact <a title="Dive Bimini's web page" href="http://www.biggameclubbimini.com/dive-bimini.htm" target="_blank">Dive Bimini, a Guy Harvey Outpost Dive Center</a> located at the Bimini Big Game Club. https://guyharveyoutpostblog.com/after-65-years-flight-19-remains-the-lost-patrol/){kind=link}
![](mailto:?subject=Yo Ho Ho! and Multiple Bottles of Rum at the Blazing Mako&body=By Sue Cocking, Guy Harvey Outpost travel journalist
scocking@guyharveyoutpost.com
Flats, offshore and pier fishing; paddleboarding; art and "Conch-servation" exhibits-- all are great reasons to attend the Blazing Mako Tournament and Festival June 17-19 at the Islander, a Guy Harvey Outpost in Islamorada. But if you are 21 or older, be sure to stop by the Rum Village where you can taste some new and old renditions of the favorite spirit of the islands.
Papa's Pilar--a brand launched in South Florida in 2013--will present its dark and blonde rums (and possibly some samples of a special release) in the Rum Village. In partnership with author Ernest "Papa" Hemingway's descendants, the company named the spirits for the writer and the fishing boat in which he famously fished Cuba's offshore waters in the mid-20th century. The rums are sourced from the U.S., Caribbean, and Central America and aged and blended in a unique solara process using American oak bourbon barrels, port wine casks, and then finished in Spanish sherry casks.
Besides winning spirits industry awards, Papa's Pilar supports literacy and conservation: the Hemingway family donates 100 percent of its royalties to those causes.
Kyle Groth, the company's marketing chief, said being a sponsor of the Blazing Mako fishing seminar and back country tournament is a perfect fit because proceeds from the event benefit scholarships for marine science students at Nova Southeastern University through the Guy Harvey Ocean Foundation.
"It's totally in line with what we stand for," Groth said. "The education, conservation, and preserving the rivers, the seas and the fisheries."
Groth said Papa's Pilar plans to expand its South Florida presence by opening a distillery and brand center in Key West--(Hemingway's former home)--later this year.
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Another even newer South Florida brand featured at the Rum Village is Black Coral Rum, produced by the father-and-son team of Clint and Ben Etheridge of Riviera Beach and sponsor of the Blazing Mako tournament awards ceremony.
A craft spirit made in small batches, Black Coral Rum uses locally-grown sugarcane --no artificial ingredients --and a special carbon filtration process involving coconut husks. The spirit is aged in charred oak barrels. It takes lots of time, according to Ben Etheridge.
"Rum wasn't built in a week," he said.
The company donates $1 from every bottle sold to local military veterans' organizations. It also sponsors treasure dives around Florida
At the Blazing Mako, you can sample either white or spiced varieties neat or in cocktails. And Black Coral will be the main ingredient of tournament honoree Stu Apte's signature Rum Dumb Boogie Punch.
Also appearing in the Rum Village are Tiburon Rum, Bahama Blue Rum & Vodka, Gubba Rum, Pussers Rum, Bayou Rum, Yolo Rum, Code Rum, Tortugas Rum Cakes; Florida Keys Brewing Co.; Saltwater Brewery; Tito's Handmade Vodka; and
For more information on the tournament and festival, visit <a href="../AppData/Local/Microsoft/Windows/INetCache/Content.Outlook/Documents/www.blazingmako.com">www.blazingmako.com</a>.
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Sue Cocking chronicles the Guy Harvey Outpost travel and adventure experience in regular blog posts on GuyHarveyOutpostNews.com/. For 21 years, Cocking covered the full spectrum of outdoors adventure opportunities in South Florida and beyond for the Miami Herald, including fishing, diving, hunting, paddling, camping, sailing and powerboat racing. She is a certified scuba diver and holder of an IGFA women's world fly fishing record for a 29-pound permit.
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![](mailto:?subject=The Florida Keys: A Tropical Atmosphere&body=<img class=" size-medium wp-image-3191 alignleft" src="https://guyharveyoutpostblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/pool-morning.jpg?w=300" alt="Pool Morning" width="300" height="200" />BY FAY SPLETT – Active Living Magazine
The Florida Keys: a tropical atmosphere that’s sure to appeal to fishing and diving enthusiasts, sun worshipers, seafood lovers, and eco-minded travelers.
Stretching 125 miles along the southernmost tip of Florida, the Keys are only 90 miles off the coast of Cuba; hence the appealing tropical climate. Considered a safe travel destination, it’s easy to reach from mainland USA by car, and offers a wide variety of activities and sights to see for travelers of all ages and lifestyles. Divided roughly into three main areas, each has its own character and appeal. The Upper Keys are peppered with dive shops, fishing charters, country clubs, and condos. Islamorada Key is touted as being the “sports fishing capital of the world.”
The Middle Keys features some of the loveliest stretches of the Keys and is home to Marathon, a small laid-back, quaint area with its own turtle hospital. The Lower Keys are green and quiet until you reach the colorful town of Key West with its glorious sunsets, culture, history, and nightlife. When making your way through the upper, middle and lower islands, it’s a good idea to break up the trip with an overnight or two in each area. In the Upper Keys, try the Islander Resort of Islamorada, a Guy Harvey eco-friendly outpost resort, featuring beaches, boating, fishing and diving amenities, and programs. The resort is also pet-friendly and offers in-room kitchenettes. Also on the property is the Florida Keys History & Discovery Center curated by local Keys historian and author Brad Bertelli. He can entertain you for hours with his stories of the Keys and its history.
For dining, experience local seafood and cuisine right on a beautiful sand beach at sunset at the Morada Bay Beach Café & Bar. For lunch try The Hungry Tarpon at Robbie’s Marina. You can grab a bucket of baitfish and feed giant tarpons from the dock. The Keys boasts the third-largest barrier coral reef in the world. There are hundreds of charter boats and backcountry guides available to take you into the warm Gulf Stream waters that host marlin and other big game fish. Go fishing with one of their top charter boat skippers, Captain Skip Bradeen. He has guided anglers in Keys waters for over 50 years. Fishing charters come fully equipped with crew that help newbies bait hooks and take fish off lines. On shore, the crew will clean and fillet the catches, which several local restaurants like the Lazy Days Restaurant will cook for you.
Try a leisurely kayaking excursion into the mangrove tunnels with naturalist guide Bill Keogh of Big Pine Kayak Adventures or any of the many on and off water activities available in the Keys. Throughout the Keys, you will find an abundance of fresh seafood restaurants and unique local cuisine. Check out a local favorite, the Hogfish Bar & Grill, which serves up fresh local seafood right off the docks, including the Keys delicacy hogfish, a diver-caught fish with a light flavorful taste. And let’s not forget dessert! Key Lime pie, a sweet and tangy pie made from local limes, is not to be missed and can be found on almost every menu.
Restaurants compete heatedly for the “best” version. One of the contenders for that title is the pie at Blue Heaven, home to the most “heavenly” breakfast in Key West, housed in a colorful blue building in the historic Bahama Village neighborhood. The funky beach town of Key West is unlike any town you’ve seen. Chickens roam freely among the streets of sherbet-colored buildings, sunsets are a daily celebration, and the local residents called “Conches” playfully host festivals and events highlighting their local history and laissez-faire attitude.
A great way to get acquainted with Key West’s colorful characters, history and unique attractions is aboard the Old Town Trolley Tours. You can hop on and off at various stops across Key West, including the home of the literary legend Ernest Hemingway. Surrounded by his unique six-toed cats, Hemingway wrote many of his greatest works from Key West.
Where to stay in Key West? Try out the new boutique lifestyle hotel, The Gates Hotel Key West, located at the entry point of the island. The Gates boasts one of the best hotel pool scenes, featuring great cocktails and live local music. Sunset is a ritual observed by anyone travelling to Key West. There is something soul-touching about watching the daily color show of nature when sun meets sea. Join the masses congregating in Mallory Square to soak up the colors of the setting sun, and mingle with the street performers, fortune tellers and eclectic food carts. Restaurants and bars all vie for real estate to position themselves with a view west for the magnificent sunsets.
Stop in for dinner at the old cigar warehouse, which houses the El Meson de Pepe, a family owned and operated Cuban restaurant, or enjoy some of Key West’s best seafood at the Half Shell Raw Bar, located at Key West’s famous historic seaport. On the water is another great way to experience Key West. Recline on the bow of a graceful 34-foot sloop owned by Sunset Sails for a sunset cruise, or join in the mock sea battle, armed with a water gun, during Key West’s famous Annual Conch Republic Independence Celebration held each April.
Remember, there’s more to the Florida Keys than the spectacular scuba diving and fishing. You’ll want to immerse yourself in the area’s arts and culture, walk the wild outdoors, and get acquainted with the green travel initiatives here in America’s Caribbean. https://guyharveyoutpostblog.com/the-florida-keys-a-tropical-atmosphere/){kind=link}
![](mailto:?subject=Southern Cross Club in Little Cayman Joins Guy Harvey Outpost Resorts as an Expedition Property&body=<a href="https://guyharveyoutpostblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/scc1.jpg"><img class="size-full wp-image" id="i-1856" alt="Image" src="https://guyharveyoutpostblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/scc1.jpg?w=650" /></a>FORT LAUDERDALE, FL—FEBRUARY 4, 2014 – Cayman Island’s iconic hideaway resort, the Southern Cross Club on Little Cayman, has joined the Expedition Collection of <a title="GHO web site" href="http://www.guyharveyoutpost.com/" target="_blank">Guy Harvey Outpost Resorts</a>. The announcement was made today by Mark Ellert, President of Guy Harvey Outpost Resorts. Established in 1954, Southern Cross Club is a recipient of the World Travelers Award for Leading Boutique Resort in 2013 and is rated #1 by TripAdvisor as the top B&B in Little Cayman. The resort today becomes the eighth member of the elite Expedition Collection of Guy Harvey’s rapidly growing Outpost system, which currently covers Florida, the Bahamas, Caribbean, Mexico and Galapagos Islands. “As a resident of nearby Grand Cayman, the Southern Cross Club is my favorite place to relax, “ notes Guy Harvey, Outpost Chairman. “The diving is truly extraordinary; the best the Caymans has to offer.” Located approximately 60 miles northeast of Grand Cayman with fewer than 200 residents, Little Cayman is also home to the acclaimed <a title="CCMI web site" href="http://reefresearch.org/" target="_blank">Central Caribbean Marine Institute</a>, whose Chairman is Peter Hillenbrand, owner of the Southern Cross Club. “Peter is a very close friend and a dedicated steward of the institute’s work in the conservation of coral reef ecosystems”, adds Harvey. “The Club’s commitment to conservation through education is matched only by its superior facilities, excellent service and attentive management.” Featuring spacious and colorful ocean-view beachfront bungalows, the casually comfortable Southern Cross Club offers top-of-class in-house diving and sport fishing operations. Little Cayman is one of three islands that comprise the Cayman Islands. “The Southern Cross Club sits on a powder white sand beach that stretches to a horizon dotted with palm trees and sapphire blue water,” comments Outpost President, Mark Ellert. “The club has the feel of an elegant safari camp, where beach and bonefish are the tropical substitute. Here you hunt with a 9 weight flyrod and a GoPro camera. ” With its tropical seclusion, miles of shallow flats, and deep ocean canyons just offshore, Little Cayman is the sport fishing destination of choice in the Cayman Islands. “We’re honored to have the Southern Cross Club as a member of Guy Harvey Outpost,” Ellert adds. “Sustainable tourism is on full display at this outpost, and it’s so well executed here, you’ll just never want to go home.” The Guy Harvey Outpost program earlier this month welcomed Dominica’s premier hotel, Fort Young, to its Expedition portfolio. https://guyharveyoutpostblog.com/southern-cross-club-in-little-cayman-joins-guy-harvey-outpost-resorts-as-an-expedition-property/){kind=link}
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