The Cheeca Lodge & Spa will re-open Friday March 30, 2018. After an extensive rebuild after Hurricane Irma, Cheeca is ready to welcome back visitors to Islamorada. Be one of the first to see the beautiful renovation.
Author: Katie
A Great White Shark spotted in the Everglades
George, a Great White Shark, with a tracker has been spotted in the Everglades National Park. See full story at http://www.miamiherald.com/news/local/environment/article198479759.
Photo by Terry Goss
Super Moon Jan. 1st.
There will be a Super Moon January 1, 2018 and then a very special Super Moon at the end of January. See The full article at https://keysnews.com/article/story/first-a-supermoon-then-a-red-blue-one-to-occur-in-january/
A Father’s “Paddle for Strength”
200 Mile Paddle Board to Raise Awareness and Fund Research for Nemaline Myopathy
Rich Wygand is a father, husband, RW Coaching founder and former professional Ironman triathlete. In July 2016, his first child, Luke, was born with a rare genetic disorder causing severe muscle weakness called Nemaline Myopathy (NM). Rich’s son’s condition was totally unexpected and he has endured more in his first year of life than most do in a lifetime. He has already spent over 130 days in the hospital. With your help, we can make a huge impact on Luke’s life, and all those affected by Nemaline Myopathy.
ABOUT PADDLING FOR STRENGTH
- What: Paddle Boarding
- Where: Lake Worth Beach to Key West, Florida
- How Far: 200 miles!
- How Long: Under 50 hours
- When: February 2nd, 2018 (depending on weather conditions)
- Training Support: Evolution Fitness Wellington with Alex and RW Coaching, for endurance
- Stops: just 1, if needed, around halfway mark, only for a few hours
- Media: Weekly videos on YouTube, updates on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter from RW Coaching, Luke Wygand, A Foundation Building Strength and on rwcoaching.net and goLukeWygand.com.
WHY PADDLE BOARDING?
- Paddle boarding requires full body strength and balance, and this is one of the greatest physical challenges for Luke.
- It requires a lot of core, and Rich says that strength comes from the core, making this the perfect sport.
- Rich and Luke are from the horoscope sign Cancer – energized by water.
- A unique way to raise awareness about NM
- Rich is a former pro Ironman triathlete and wanted to do something different than swim/bike/run to challenge him and at the same time require more strength.
Rich hopes to empower Luke and show him that life is limitless.
Show your support and donate to the cause at https://paddlingforstrength.com/
Islamorada’s Holiday Festival is Tonight
From 5 to 9 at Founders Park Beach
The Rain Barrel Artesian Village Re-opens Today
The Rain Barrel Artesian Village has their grand re-opening today since Hurricane Irma passed through town. Make sure you stop by to support our local businesses. And don’t forget to get a picture with “Betsy” the giant lobster.
Hog Heaven Grand Re-Opening This Friday 6:00 PM
Hog Heaven suffered allot of damage, especially to their dock and back outdoor bar. They have been working hard day in and day out to build it even better than it was pre Irma. Stop in for a cold beer and a bite to each and support our local businesses.
Islamorada Named one of the Top 15 Romantic Vacation Spots in the US
See the Full List on Romantic Vacation spot to include Islamorada Florida.
Whale Harbor Buffet to Sponsor Dinner for Local Residents
If you saw the Whale Harbor Seafood Buffet during construction you would bet they would not have any issues with Hurricane Irma, and they didn’t. If fact, General Manager Tom Johnson rode out the storm in this Restaurant. Amazingly, Tom describes the event like watching a movie at an IMAX Theater through the wall of windows. The Famous Seafood Buffet is sponsoring a free dinner for Islamorada and Tavernier residents Sunday night at 8:00 PM. We love how this community comes together. Thank you to the Good Folks at Whale Harbor. Must show your resident card.