Sunday, October 11, 2015

VISIT TO KEY LARGO

This was our first visit to Key Largo and we stayed at John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park. For more information click on John Pennekamp Website

In the late 1950's, John D. Pennekamp and Dr. Gilbert L. Voss of the Marine Institute of Miami teamed up to lead a fight to protect the reefs from further damage caused by tourists taking reef souvenirs.  His efforts paid off and in 1960 President Eisenhower gained federal control of the reefs and the Key Largo Coral Reef Preserve was established.

We don't stay at state parks often but made an exception for this one to do some snorkeling and we're glad we did
Ready to explore
I'm not the best snorkeler in the world but really enjoyed this experience
Took a boat ride out to the reef
He's ready to take the plunge
What a day of sun and fun.  Loved it.

3 comments:

  1. Nice to see you enjoying the sunshine and wonderful weather of the Keys.

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  2. If you like Key Largo then you'll truly like Key West. Since this is their off season the prices are lower and it's not as crowded.
    Be Safe and Enjoy!

    It's about time.

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  3. From one woman to another...you have a nice figure!!! Never have snorkeled but would love to.

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