Cedar Key is a throwback to old Florida charm. Don't miss these 12 things to do in Cedar Key Fl, plus local tips on where to eat and drink, and where to stay!
Cedar Key is one of the best places to go kayaking with dolphins in Florida and watch Florida wildlife. Here is what to do & where to stay in Cedar Key.
Benjamin Moore Cedar Key: is it beige or is it taupe? LET'S FIND OUT! When it comes to choosing the best neutral paint color for your home, it's often a
Visit Cedar Key, Florida, and discover one of the best small-town cultural scenes in the country. Enjoy a bevy of Old Florida charm.
These hard shell clams are the traditional East Coast mercenaria or quahog species, with a delicious, mildly sweet flavor with a briny accent. They are 1-1/2 to 2 inches in size across the hinge (referred to as middlenecks). Cultivated and harvested by the watermen of Cedar Key, Florida, clams are quick-cooked in their shell, individually quick frozen and vacuum-sealed by the dozen in a convenient boil-in-bag. By boiling in the bag, it retains the sensational juice that can be utilized into a broth. They arrive to your doorstep frozen, convenient, and ready to be heated and served in minutes. To prepare, simply boil or steam the clams - in the bag is easiest - for 5-6 minutes and they are ready to serve. You can also add them into your favorite pasta dish, bake them as clams casino, or add them to your chowder recipe. Do not thaw clams prior to cooking. Each order comes with a simple cooking instruction card for reference features 12 clams per bag.
Cedar Key Museum State Park, Cedar Key Historical Society Museum, Cedar Keys National Wildlife Refuge. Been here too? Add it to your map!
Click on any picture to enlarge it. Blog starts with the September 23rd 2008 post. Every year during the first full week-end in May, a stalwart group of small boat enthusiasts, primarily members of the West Coast Trailer Sailors, gathers at Cedar Key, FL, for an informal messabout. In past years, the list of small boat builders, designers, and sailors that attend has included Meade and Jan Gougeon, Matt Layden, Sven Yrvind, Hugh Horton, Russell Brown, Howard Rice, and Andy Zimmerman. Weather and sailing conditions are almost always excellent on the Gulf in early May. Last year I decided to take Hugh Horton up on his invitation to come down for the meet. I invited my oldest son, who lives about 5 hours away, to come along as well. Cedar Key lies west of Gainesville, FL, where a broad expanse of coastal ranch land meets the Gulf of Mexico. Driving there is like going back in time, to some extent. The typical Florida development push has passed it by, and the town is largely unchanged since the last wood mill and pencil factory closed down decades ago. Strip malls and fast food places are not to be found, in their place are bed-and-breakfast stops, fishing and bait supply places, and a few older hotels and apartment houses. Boating facilities include several public boat ramps and a terrific beach for launching canoes and kayaks. Most of the small boaters rig their boats on the beach then head a mile off shore to Atsena Otie Key, a small island with a long beach where the boaters congregate during the day. It was there that I met Jim Farrelly, who had just completed a melonseed skiff and was looking for another design to build. Having an extensive background in kayaks, he took an immediate liking to my sailing canoe. He later found my blog, sent me some emails asking for plans, and after some deliberation I made him a set. The build of Yakaboo II #2 (or Betaboo as Jim calls it) will be covered in a future post. I'm attaching my pictures of the small boat "action" at the Key, I'll let the beauty and craftsmanship of these fine craft speak for themselves. A Goat Island Skiff newly built by Simon Lewandowski. Melonseeds are very popular in this part of Florida. This is Rex and Kathy Paine's beautiful example. The two Yakaboo II's on the beach on Atsena Otie Key. The sand is a welcome change from the rocky coast of Maine. A well preserved Old Town canoe with sail rig. It belongs to Bill Whalen. A Bolger designed Folding Schooner, all 31' of it! Did I mention, this thing is loooong? Getting ready to shove off. Helping Jim with the rig adjustments. Harry "Goke" Tomlinson's sailing canoe. What a beautiful launch! It belongs to Dave Lucas. Bob Treat's cold molded catboat. A John's Sharpie with excellent detailing. Noel Davis brought his Woobootoo. A Swampscott dory skiff from Maine, I think it is a design from Gardener's The Dory Book. My first home was in Swampscott, so I am partial to these dories. Tom Busenlener's Phoenix (left). Doug Cameron's Norseboat set up for cruising. A couple of composite sailing canoes with strip planked decks. Harry "Goke" Tomlinson's white bufflehead type next to Ron Sell's Aurora. The Gougeon brothers brought the Hot Canary, an i550 Sport Boat, which they entered in the Everglades Challenge.
Highlights A New Englander born and bred, the last place Sydney Webster expects to find herself starting over is on an island off the coast of Florida. About the Author: Born and raised north of Boston, Terri DuLong was a previous resident of Cedar Key, Florida. 320 Pages Fiction + Literature Genres, Women Series Name: Cedar Key Description About the Book In the bestselling tradition of Kate Jacobs' "The Friday Night Knitting Club" comes a wonderfully assured women's fiction debut, brimming with warmth and wit, about starting over and crafting an ideal life. Book Synopsis A New Englander born and bred, the last place Sydney Webster expects to find herself starting over is on an island off the coast of Florida. Yet here she is in Cedar Key, trying to pull herself together after her husband's untimely death--and the even more untimely revelation of his gambling addiction. Bereft of her comfortable suburban life, Syd takes shelter at a college pal's bed and breakfast, where amidst the bougainvillea blossoms and the island's gentle rhythms, a plan begins to form. . . Syd never considered the possibility of turning her passion for spinning and knitting into something more than a hobby, but when the unique composition of her wool draws attention, a door is opened--the first among many. Yet even as she ventures out of her comfort zone, Syd finds herself stepping into the embrace of a community rich with love, laughter, friendship. . .and secrets. And as long-hidden truths are revealed, Syd faces a choice: spin a safety net--or spin decidedly forward and never look back. . . ""Poignant, absorbing, humorous. . .a debut that tugs at the heart."" --Sophia Nash, author of A Dangerous Beauty ""Captures the essence of what often lies in each of our hearts. Don't miss it!"" --J.L. Miles, author of Cold Rock River About the Author Born and raised north of Boston, Terri DuLong was a previous resident of Cedar Key, Florida. She now resides on the east coast of the state in Ormond Beach with her husband, three dogs and two cats. A retired Registered Nurse, she began her writing career as a contributing writer for Bonjour Paris, where she shared her travel experiences to France in over forty articles with a fictional canine narrator. Terri's love of knitting provides quiet time to develop her characters and plots as she works on her new Ormond Beach novels. You can visit her website at www.terridulong.com or at her Facebook fan page, www.facebook.com/TerriDuLongAuthor.
Click on any picture to enlarge it. Blog starts with the September 23rd 2008 post. Every year during the first full week-end in May, a stalwart group of small boat enthusiasts, primarily members of the West Coast Trailer Sailors, gathers at Cedar Key, FL, for an informal messabout. In past years, the list of small boat builders, designers, and sailors that attend has included Meade and Jan Gougeon, Matt Layden, Sven Yrvind, Hugh Horton, Russell Brown, Howard Rice, and Andy Zimmerman. Weather and sailing conditions are almost always excellent on the Gulf in early May. Last year I decided to take Hugh Horton up on his invitation to come down for the meet. I invited my oldest son, who lives about 5 hours away, to come along as well. Cedar Key lies west of Gainesville, FL, where a broad expanse of coastal ranch land meets the Gulf of Mexico. Driving there is like going back in time, to some extent. The typical Florida development push has passed it by, and the town is largely unchanged since the last wood mill and pencil factory closed down decades ago. Strip malls and fast food places are not to be found, in their place are bed-and-breakfast stops, fishing and bait supply places, and a few older hotels and apartment houses. Boating facilities include several public boat ramps and a terrific beach for launching canoes and kayaks. Most of the small boaters rig their boats on the beach then head a mile off shore to Atsena Otie Key, a small island with a long beach where the boaters congregate during the day. It was there that I met Jim Farrelly, who had just completed a melonseed skiff and was looking for another design to build. Having an extensive background in kayaks, he took an immediate liking to my sailing canoe. He later found my blog, sent me some emails asking for plans, and after some deliberation I made him a set. The build of Yakaboo II #2 (or Betaboo as Jim calls it) will be covered in a future post. I'm attaching my pictures of the small boat "action" at the Key, I'll let the beauty and craftsmanship of these fine craft speak for themselves. A Goat Island Skiff newly built by Simon Lewandowski. Melonseeds are very popular in this part of Florida. This is Rex and Kathy Paine's beautiful example. The two Yakaboo II's on the beach on Atsena Otie Key. The sand is a welcome change from the rocky coast of Maine. A well preserved Old Town canoe with sail rig. It belongs to Bill Whalen. A Bolger designed Folding Schooner, all 31' of it! Did I mention, this thing is loooong? Getting ready to shove off. Helping Jim with the rig adjustments. Harry "Goke" Tomlinson's sailing canoe. What a beautiful launch! It belongs to Dave Lucas. Bob Treat's cold molded catboat. A John's Sharpie with excellent detailing. Noel Davis brought his Woobootoo. A Swampscott dory skiff from Maine, I think it is a design from Gardener's The Dory Book. My first home was in Swampscott, so I am partial to these dories. Tom Busenlener's Phoenix (left). Doug Cameron's Norseboat set up for cruising. A couple of composite sailing canoes with strip planked decks. Harry "Goke" Tomlinson's white bufflehead type next to Ron Sell's Aurora. The Gougeon brothers brought the Hot Canary, an i550 Sport Boat, which they entered in the Everglades Challenge.
This is Old Florida as it should be, rustic and ready for curious visitors, so pack the tent or stock the RV for some camping at what seems like the end of the world. Endless vistas, great kayaking, quaint village, and don't forget those sweet, delicious little Cedar Key clams.
Named for the trees that once covered the islands, Cedar Key, Florida, is located about four miles out in the Gulf of Mexico and connected to the mainland by a single road that crosses over four small, low bridges.
It's a long way from just about anywhere -- and that's part of its beauty. But it's also a great place to bicycle, kayak, hike, watch sunsets and spot birds. An 1859 hotel, now a charming B&B, plus fresh seafood restaurants add to its appeal.
Chris Bohn, a broker-associate with RE/MAX Professionals in Gainesville Florida has developed this blog for consumers interested in Gainesville FL and surrounding communities. Gainesville is a Great Place to Live!
A new book inspires an outdoor adventurer’s guide to “America’s Sea”—from Padre Island to Cedar Key
Atsena Otie island is a ghost town founded before Florida was a state. It's a half-mile kayak trip from the Cedar Key beach and rewards you with a sandy beach, an atmosperic cemetery and good paddling and birding.
We were introduced to the joys of hashing when spending time in Cedar Key, Florida.
How have we never heard of so many of these before?
Cover title
A thriving Black community was destroyed by an angry white mob at this site in 1923.
This Ada's Wabi Sabi Tiny Cottage in Cedar Key, Florida. It's a circa 1919 authentic 'cracker' cottage you can vacation in! Don’t miss other incredible stories like this – join our FREE Tiny House Newsletter for more! Ada's Wabi
Drag the kids away from the computer/phones/video games, jump in the station wagon and hit up the best road trips in Florida.
This Ada's Wabi Sabi Tiny Cottage in Cedar Key, Florida. It's a circa 1919 authentic 'cracker' cottage you can vacation in! Don’t miss other incredible stories like this – join our FREE Tiny House Newsletter for more! Ada's Wabi
Building a wildlife pond in your backyard is a great way to help the wildlife in your neighborhood. Follow our step by step guide and create your own pond.
The sculling oar I use on Annie is a modification of a design I was given in Cedar Key a few years ago by Alan Hall, a friend and Drascombe Coaster sailor from the mountains of Georgia. It is a long 12' 5" oar with a bent blade. I made it out of lumber yard spruce... two 2x4s for the shaft and a 1x6 for the blade. The blade drops 5 degrees from the line of the shaft. That helps me to keep the blade down in the water. Steering with the sculling oar. Photo by Steve Early. Alan and Ann Hall at Cedar Key. Photo by Ron Hodinett, WCTSS. It was glued up with WEST epoxy and reinforced with bronze ring shank nails. The blade is 5 1/2" wide. Click me Transom mounted sculling oars are common to Drascombes especially Luggers, Longboats and Coasters. I remade the sculling lock more robust by adding additional teak reinforcement, a larger oarlock that the one furnished and braided a tarred marlin lanyard to prevent the oar from jumping the lock. Marlin was also added to the inside of the lock to fill it out. The chafing leather is more than required for I have moved the bearing point to get the best balance while sculling from the cockpit. The oar is actually more important for steering. Although the rudder kicks up, you cannot retract it if aground. The lower portion tucks up underneath the hull. The drill is to pull up the rudder and scull steer when shallow water is detected. I do that by dropping the centerboard, holding the hauling line and when the board hits ground and the line slacks I pull the rudder. The centerboard is deeper, warns first and gives me time for the tiller to oar move. What can I say.... it's a Drascombe thing. Photo by Melinda Penkava, TownDock.net
The lighthouse on Seahorse Key is only open to the public a couple times a year. The Seafood Festival is one of the times the lighthouse is open to the public. Mom Pearson and I wanted to go see the Key and lighthouse, but Saturday was very cold and windy. Boat tours were only going until about 2:30pm each day. Sunday it warmed up some and was less windy, and so, by the last tour of the day, we were able to take the trip to the outer key and visit the cemetery, the lighthouse, and the beach. Cedar Key Lighthouse Timeline: 1850 Congress approved $8,000 for the construction of the lighthouse. 1852 Another $4,000 appropriated for its construction and Lt. George Gordon Meade, then with the Corps of the Topographical Engineers, who later worked on six other Florida lighthouses, and would later gain fame as the Union victor at the Battle of Gettsburg, was appointed to design and build the Seahorse Key Lighthouse. Fall of 1853 Meade drew up detailed plans for the lighthouse, and he would also oversee its construction. March, 1854 Materials were assembled in Philadelphia and shipped to the site. August 1, 1854 The light was lit for the first time by the first lighthouse keeper William Wilson. August, 1861 Confederate troops stormed the island, used the station as quarters, and, though they dismantled and removed the lens of the light, retained keeper William M Fields. Florida troops with three cannon were stationed to protect blockade runners. January, 1862 The island was captured by Union gunboats. The Union used the lighthouse as a prison until the war's end. August 23, 1866 The lighthouse was relighted. 1905 A wireless telegraph station was established on Seahorse Key by the Navy 1915 The lighthouse was abandoned. Wooden wings were added later after the lighthouse was purchased as a private residence. 1936 Cedar Keys National Wildlife Refuge added the lighthouse to a refuge to protect endangered nesting birds, making it property of the federal government. It became the center for various area wildlife studies. 1953 The University of Florida established a marine center at the Seahorse Key, and still uses the lighthouse for a dormitory for some of the students. This information was obtained by the brochure "Step Back into History" made by the Florida Lighthouse Association, Inc. The lighthouse is now sinking, and desperately needs funds to help keep it from becoming a memory. To help keep it from destruction, contact: FLORIDA LIGHTHOUSE ASSOCIATION, INC. 81 Lighthouse Ave St Augustine, FL 32080 813-968-5640 (option 3) [email protected] www.floridalighthouses.org Seahorse Key Cedar Key, Levy, Florida 10/18/09 3:29:37 PM IMG_0029249
I’d decided, even before I’d finished reading the book, that I would build a paper canoe and retrace Bishop’s route. He would be my guide.
The superstar couple worked with AD100 designer Kelly Behun to craft their literal “Dreamland”
We were introduced to the joys of hashing when spending time in Cedar Key, Florida.
I’d decided, even before I’d finished reading the book, that I would build a paper canoe and retrace Bishop’s route. He would be my guide.
Item specificsConditionNew: A brand-new, unused, unopened and undamaged item in original retail packaging (where packaging ... Read moreabout the conditionNew: A brand-new, unused, unopened and undamaged item in original retail packaging (where packaging is applicable). If the item comes direct from a manufacturer, it may be delivered in non-retail packaging, such as a plain or unprinted box or plastic bag. See the seller's listing for full details. See all condition definitionsopens in a new window or tab Fragrance NameMusk VanilleMPN290867584908BrandMaison AlhambraSize TypeRegular SizeTypeEau de ParfumVolume100 mlFormulationSprayFeaturesAll Natural Ingredients, Concentrated, Cruelty-Free/No Animal Testing, Long LastingScentRose, Vanilla, Sweet, PowderyCountry/Region of ManufactureUnited Arab EmiratesEAN6291108733257
Monkeys who run around stealing candy, getting into parked cars and biting people should have a nice
When the weather starts to cool, I crave warming foods, soups and stews are always a go to. With the help of an Instant Pot, this super flavorful Cioppino comes together in about an hour.
Delivery: IN STOCK. Delivery: 1 - 2 days Key Features: Material: Canadian Red Cedar Grade: Certi-label® Certigrade No. 1 Blue Label Size of Ridge: 18"/457mm Coverage: 1 bundle = 5.03 linear metres Surface: Smooth, taper-sawn with a natural appearance Application: For use on ridge or Hip Use: Blue Label is recommended for premium applications where a high-quality finish is required Saw Mill: Waldun - Canada's largest saw mill in British Columbia Description: Certi-Ridge® Shingle Hip & Ridge Units are pre-assembled caps for intersecting roof surfaces at hips and ridges. They are manufactured from Number 1 Grade Western Red Cedar shingles and supplied in bundles of 36 units, which will cover up to 5m of hip or ridge. Certi-Ridge® Shingle Hip & Ridge Units are made from two pieces fastened together by temporary staples, which allows flexibility to accommodate a range of pitches. They are 18"/457mm in length and have a butt thickness of 11.5mm. They are not less than 7″/178mm wide (measured on the inner surface at the butt end). Cedar hip and ridge roof caps have been used for hundreds of years and have proven their durability in all kinds of climates. Ridge caps help provide an attractive finish and protection where shingled roof joints meet. Downloads & Data Sheets: Cedar Shingle Blue Label Coverage Guide Cedar Shingle Manual & Installation Guide Cedar Shingle Product Guide Cedar Shingle Warranty
This EarthTone Spirit Flute in the key of "G" minor is handcrafted from a single piece of Spanish Cedar, which is a softwood that gives the flute a warm firm musical voice. Our EarthTone flute series is tuned to the frequency of 432 Hz versus the traditional tuning frequency of 440 Hz. Tuned in the key of "G" minor, it
This EarthTone Spirit Flute in the key of "F#" minor is handcrafted from a single piece of Spanish Cedar, which is a softwood that gives the flute a warm firm musical voice. Our EarthTone flute series is tuned to the frequency of 432 Hz versus the traditional tuning frequency of 440 Hz. Tuned in the key of "F#" minor i
This EarthTone Spirit Flute in the key of "F#" minor is handcrafted from a single piece of Spanish Cedar, which is a softwood that gives the flute a warm firm musical voice. Our EarthTone flute series is tuned to the frequency of 432 Hz versus the traditional tuning frequency of 440 Hz. Tuned in the key of "F#" minor i
This EarthTone Spirit Flute in the key of "G" minor is handcrafted from a single piece of Spanish Cedar, which is a softwood that gives the flute a warm firm musical voice. Our EarthTone flute series is tuned to the frequency of 432 Hz versus the traditional tuning frequency of 440 Hz. Tuned in the key of "G" minor, it
