A recent article in the Naples Daily news talks about them increasing law enforcement (wildlife officers)presence on the southern tip of the island (where we all hang out). It is all part of the marine sanctuary so there are some things that have gone on that should not be like; unleashed dogs, open campfires and people walking into and through the dunes area. I really don't have a problem with that part but...........they say they want to build docks on the east side of the island so they can control access to that side!!!!!!!! They will leave it unlimited on the gulf side, but you will only be allowed to pull up on the east side if there is dock space. They have not stated as to when this might take place, but how often is the gulf side calm enough to beach? I have no problem with enforcing the existing rules, but the dock idea sux azz in my opinion!

Hmmm Not good ,John. Like you say dogs on leash, dunes etc are all good but ...... I would hate to see our freedom to just slide up on the beach as we now do, taken away. Wish the gov'mt would stop trying to help us. Lots of good times there and hope we have lots more.
Bob

It would make more sense if the dock was for their use and access only. Cannot afford to get those offical government issue boots wet.

That would definitely change the look and feel of that place. I've been guilty of the campfire thing there, but was always responsible and cleaned up after myself. (All that Boy Scout training).

If they close it I know of this jewel that is only only 5 miles from Marco. Also only accessable by boat. My secret for now !! LOL
Bob

Yes, keep it to yourself in case we need it later....L.O.L we'll have to outrun the slower boats that try to follow us!

thats Ok, just give me the GPS coordinates

Having spent most of my week in city council trying to get a 2nd parking garage approved for 5th avenue I can tell you all that if they move with the same type of idiocracy that they have with this project It could be 5 years before they are ready to do anything. By that point if I know the gov't they will be on to some other way to save the world.

John

I resemble that remark, Barkley!

L.O.L......No, not anyone in the club, I'm talking the various Jon boats, mullet skiffs and various other "barely seaworthy" craft that find their way to Keewaydin.