Archive for February, 2009
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Key West Snorkeling for Beginners
So, you want to try some Key West snorkeling? If you’re buying your own gear, or even renting it, these valuable tips can make all the difference between a great day on the water and a day spent watching your snorkel mask fill up with water. Number one: get a well-fitting mask. If your [...] -
Snail’s Pace in Key West
This shiny lovely snail was found under a dock in Key West. If anyone knows what it’s called or anything about it, please advise! When touched, the snail withdraws into the shell, leaving only the harder foot exposed, to seal up the shell. -
Fog Rolls in to Key West
Fog rolled in Friday morning and has been hanging around for a few days now. It moves back and forth, so just when you think it’s clearing up, it rolls back in again. Here are some recent pics of this rather unusual Key West fog. There are two pictures taken at night across [...] -
Slipper Lobsters
Key West snorkeling always brings surprises for us. Take a look at this archaic looking creature, the Slipper Lobster. They taste great. -
Windy & Cold in Key West
This winter has been a cold one. Â It was in the 40’s one night, but it didn’t quite make a record. Â It was in the 50s for a while at night, but now when I wake up it’s usually about 61 degrees F. Â For Key West, that’s cold. Â Even during the day the temperature hasn’t [...]
