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TABLE OF CONTENTS

EDEN CONDOMINIUMS Forging lasting bonds with familiar friends

20 even as it introduces new generations of fans to Perdido Key.

STARTING A BUSINESS IN PERDIDO Get everything you need to start your business

30 here in the beautiful Perdido Key Area!

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CHAMBER OF COMMERCE ACCOMPLISHMENTS Within one year, the Chamber was

able to transition a budget in deficit, to a successful, well-balanced machine.

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available

ACCOMMODATIONS In Perdido Key, you can find rental properties

on a daily, weekly or monthly rate to suit your needs.

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ALABAMA GULF COAST ZOO Plan a day to visit the new and improved, Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo.

MEMBER DIRECTORYWhen finding a trusted source for your next meal out, souvenir or

95excursion; our reputable members are here to help! Together they bring out the best of Perdido!

PerdidoChamber.com

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850-492-4660

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Past, present, and future. Everything we accomplished as

a community comes from the lessons we have learned

from the past, being in the present, and having a

vision for what our future will be as a community.

As we look to our past, we see the old community

of Gulf Beach. A quaint and quiet little village with miles of

unspoiled, untouched Beach. The beach was a playground for all who

wanted to get away from it all and enjoy the peace and tranquility this

secluded island brought. A few developments and businesses took the nation

by storm and placed this sleepy little beach on the map, such as the completion of

the famous Eden Condominiums and Flora-Bama. Coquina Village was the heartbeat of this

community and served as a centralized area where all could shop, dine, and spend time.

Being in the present, we see the community progressing and thriving! Learning from the past,

we have become more resilient in the wake of natural and human-made disasters such as the BP oil

spill. We have grown quite a bit and now have a few more mom & pop shops, bars, and restaurants

in the area. All invest so much time, energy and passion into this community to ensure every visitor,

employee, or community member feels like they

are home. Snowbirds, Summer visitors, and

Military members have become extended family

members. Each year our community and extended

family come together to preserve and protect

this amazing piece of paradise. All to ensure the

Perdido community stays a playground for all who

want to live, work, and play in true paradise!

NO MATTER IF YOU ARE A

LOCAL, VISITOR, BUSINESS

OWNER OR PROSPECTIVE

RESIDENT, THERE IS ALWAYS

A NEED TO HELP PROGRESS

THIS VISION AND MISSION.

As we look forward to a bright and exciting

future, there are some incredible things in store! With the community developed Master Plan in

motion, the addition of a multi-use path and enhanced crosswalks are just around the corner. Vital

programs will come to fruition to help preserve the balance of natural beauty and wildlife to this

island. Our community has organically created a mission to still be a playground for all to enjoy while

continuing our cohesive balanced relationship with our natural and stunning yet fragile wildlife.

Whether you are a business, resident, visitor, retiree, or military member here on orders, Perdido

will be one of the communities that will always feel like home. Soon with the ability to take a walk

down Perdido Key Drive and visit your favorite restaurant, cross the road to soak in a sunset, or

even bike down a natural trail to be more in tune with the amazing wildlife here in our backyard.

No matter if you are a local, visitor, business owner or prospective resident, there is always a need

to help progress this vision and mission. Stop by the chamber and talk with the staff, volunteer for an

event, or even join a committee! Every conversation matters in bringing this community forward!

Dana Pagador

President/CEO | Perdido Key Area Chamber of Commerce

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Chamber Leadership

PERDIDO KEY

AREA CHAMBER

OF COMMERCE

15500 Perdido Key Drive

Pensacola, FL 32507

PerdidoChamber.com

VisitPerdido.com

850-492-4660

CONTRIBUTORS

DANA PAGADOR | PRESIDENT/CEO

2020 BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Chair: Tracy DeVack | Navy Federal Business Services

Vice-Chair: Cheryl Bamonte | UPS Store on Blue Angel Pkwy

Treasurer: Sally Bowen | Sally’s Island Catering

Secretary: Bill Stromquist | Friends of SW Branch Library

Past Chair: Jim Beran | Gilmore Services

Don Brown | Sunny 105.7 FM

Vicki Campbell | Emmanuel | Sheppard & Condon

Vicky Chandler | Perdido Pack & Ship

Judy Davis | Perdido Key Sports Bar

Greg Jones | Lost Key Golf Club

Pat McClellan | Flora-Bama

Kim Parker | Florida Blue

Dwight Potter | Individual Member

Ricki Stewart | Flora-Bama

Erin Wilmer | Edward Jones Financial Advisor

TRACY DEVACK

2020 CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD

PHOTO BY JAIME BOLER

Creative Director & Designer

Josh Elrod

Krystal Neuhofel

Contributing Editors

Josh Elrod, Ignite Media Group

Dana Pagador

Emily Etscheid

Contributing Writers

Dana Pagador

Emily Etscheid

Rick O’Connor

John Vick

Ava Sobiesk

& more…

Photographers

Jamie Boler

William Brown

Joyce Blanchard Baldauf

Shari Cavin

Keith DuBose

Al Fowler

Bryan Naderhoff

Jamie Reeves

Rhonda Ritter

Brad Sauers

Amanda Soper

Trey Stone

Pat Vawter

Anne Weimer

Dorthy Wood

Publishing

Ignite Media Group

Printer

Ovid Bell

Advertising Sales

Perdido Key Area

Chamber of Commerce

Copyright © 2019 by Perdido Key Area Chamber of Commerce

(PKACC). Not for resale. PKACC is not responsible for the business

practices of the facilities mentioned.

Neither PKACC nor Area directory is responsible for any changes

or variances that occur following publication. Editorial or advertising

inquiries should be directed to Dana Pagador at 850-492-4660.

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PERDIDO KEY

PERDIDO KEY IS HOME TO ONE OF THE

BEST-KEPT SECRETS ON THE GULF COAST.

PHOTO BY ANNE WEIMER

WHAT’S IN A NAME

Perdido Key’s literal translation

means “Lost Key”, so named

by the early Spaniards

who discovered it in 1693.

Explorers had heard of a great

mysterious body of water in-between

Pensacola and Mobile, but they were

unable to find the entrance. Even after

locating the mouth of the bay, they were

unable to find a waterway deep enough

to sail through. According to legend,

a ship led by cartographer, Carlos de

Sigüenza y Góngora had been blown

off course as he was again searching for

the pass into the deep inland waters.

TODAY, PERDIDO KEY REMAINS

A UNIQUE COMMUNITY WHERE

LOCALS AND TRAVELERS FROM

AROUND THE WORLD COME TO

“GET LOST” ON THE NARROW STRIP

OF SNOW WHITE BEACHES AND

CRYSTAL BLUE WATERS.

The ship was spotted by an Indian chief

camped with his tribe at Bear Point. As

the chief was walking next to the water,

he spotted Sigüenza attempting to reef

his sails. He offered to guide Sigüenza

and his men to a connecting deep

water channel from the Gulf of Mexico

into the more tranquil bay. When the

VITAL STATISTICS

CENTRAL TIME ZONE (CST)

AREA: 247-acre barrier island

off the coast of Florida

COUNTY: ESCAMBIA

CITY: PENSACOLA

CLIMATE: Average annual, 75˚F

search party finally located the elusive

bay, they called it Perdido, which in

Spanish means “lost” or “hidden”.

Today, Perdido Key remains a

unique community where locals

and travelers from around the world

come to “get lost” on the narrow strip

of snow white beaches and crystal

blue waters. An unincorporated

community in Escambia County

between Pensacola, Florida and

Orange Beach, Alabama- the barrier

island community is the Gulf Coast’s

premier island getaway for northwest

Florida and southeast Alabama.

No more than a few hundred yards

wide in most places, Perdido Key

Emergency.....................................................................................................911

Escambia Sheriff Non-Emergency...............................850-492-2444

Orange Beach Police............................................................251-981-9777

Florida Highway Patrol....................................................850-484-5000

Weather Information............................................................850-432-7411

Perdido Chamber of Commerce.................................. 850-492-4660

Blue Angels Show Information...................................... 850-452-2583

Pensacola Regional Airport...........................................850-436-5000

Wildlife Conservation Commission .............................888-404-3922

Gulf Islands National Seashore.......................................850-492-0912

Big Lagoon State Park....................................................... 850-492-1595

Perdido Key Visitor Center.............................................850-602-9279

Orange Beach Visitors Center...........................................251-974-1510

stretches about 16 miles (26 km) from

the Theo Baars Bridge in Pensacola

to the Perdido Pass Bridge in Orange

Beach. Almost 60 percent of the island

is protected by federal and state parksmaking

it one of the last remaining

unblemished stretches of natural

beach & wilderness on the coast.

The community of Perdido is a

unique area covering both Florida and

Alabama. Because of this, Perdido

is the perfect area for daytrips both

to and from the island. Consisting

of beach communities such as

Perdido Key, Orange Beach & Gulf

Shores, AL; agricultural areas such

as Lillian, AL & Beulah, FL; and

a few Florida urban communities

such as Warrington, Navy Point,

Belleview, and Downtown Pensacola.

HELPFUL

TELEPHONE

NUMBERS

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OUR COMMISSIONER

PHOTO BY AMANDA SOPER

Welcome home. Whether you are here for a

week or forever, you are home when you

are on Perdido Key. From the first time

you set foot on the island, it has a way

of taking up residency in your soul. If

you are a visitor I would try to warn you that, before you

know it, that space in your soul will be a lot bigger than

you thought. You will find that your mind wanders back

to Perdido Key no matter where you are. I would try to

warn you, but why bother? Embrace it and give yourself

a little knowing smile...you have found the Lost Key.

You could not have come home at a better time. 2020 will see

a lot of activity on the island. We have spent years securing our

environment and our wildlife, implementing protections against

rampant development and ensuring the resiliency of the natural

and built environments. We

have developed and secured

natural corridors throughout

the island that will protect us

form the fate of so many of

our neighbor communities,

whose development has

choked out their natural

beauty. More work remains

to achieve the mandates of

the Habitat Conservation

Plan, but the progress we

have made ensures we will

never backslide.

Now we are beginning

a period of emphasis on

building the environment

FROM THE FIRST TIME

YOU SET FOOT ON

THE ISLAND, IT HAS

A WAY OF TAKING UP

RESIDENCY IN YOUR

SOUL. IF YOU ARE A

VISITOR I WOULD TRY

TO WARN YOU THAT,

BEFORE YOU KNOW IT,

THAT SPACE IN YOUR

SOUL WILL BE A LOT

BIGGER THAN YOU

THOUGHT.

for the people who call the island home. Expect to see

improvements to our traffic on the island, like a traffic circle

at Johnson Beach Road and additional parking options. We

want you to “park once and play all day” on Perdido, and this

year we are breaking ground on the The Perdido Key Multi Use

Path. This is the backbone of the walkability and accessibility

objectives of the Perdido Key Master Plan, and your passport to

all that the island has to offer. You are home when you are

here...get out and explore it!

The

Key, a

rapid

island

heart

Doug Underhill

District 2 County Commissioner,

Escambia County

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Parks:

01. Rosamond Johnson Beach/

Gulf Islands National Seashore

02. Big Lagoon State Park

03. Perdido Key State Park

04. Tarkiln Bayou State Park

05. River Road Dog Park

06. Innerarity Point Park

07. Gulf State Park

Chamber of Commerce:

GULF OF MEXICO

14. Perdido Key Area

Chamber of Commerce

Golf:

15. Lost Key Golf Club

16. Perdido Bay Golf Course

Entertainment:

18. Villagio Town Centre

19. The Flora-Bama

Groceries:

20. Publix

Marinas:

24. Zeke’s Landing Marina

25. Caribe Marina

26. Flora-Bama Marina

27. Holiday Harbor Marina

28. Perdido Key RV

Resort & Marina

29. Oyster Bar

Restaurant & Marina

Beach Access:

08. Public Beach Access #1

09. Public Beach Access #2

10. Public Beach Access #3

Naval Air Station:

Postal Service:

17. Perdido Pack & Ship

(Local Post Office)

Boat Launches:

21. Cotton Bayou Boat Launch

22. Galvez Landing

23. Big Lagoon Boat Launch;

at Big Lagoon State Park

INNERARITY

POINT

11. NAS

(Naval Air Station Pensacola)

12. Naval Aviation Museum

13. Pensacola Lighthouse

INGRAM

BAYOU

BEAR POINT

FLORIDA

ALABAMA

161

WOLF BAY

180

TERRY

COVE

ORANGE

BEACH

Alabama´s Coastal connection

BAYOU

SAINT. JOHN

ONO ISLAND

River Rd

ALABAMA

FLORIDA

Orange Beach Boulevard

21

182

COTTON

BAYOU

24 25

Ono Island Brg

Perdido Key Drive

Ono Blvd

26

FLORA BAMA

182

River Rd

Perdido Key Drive

19

292

PARASOL

WEST

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INTRACOASTAL

WATERWAY

PERDIDO BAY

06

22

TARKILN

BAYOU

FLORIDA

Innerarity Point Rd

15

Tarkiln Bayou

State Park

28

20

292

27 29

16

17

04

23

Gulf Beach Hwy

BIG LAGOON

STATE PARK

02

BIG LAGOON

OLD RIVER

ALABAMA

FLORIDA

05

PERDIDO

GARDENS PERDIDO

GULF BEACH

KEY

18

08

PARASOL

PARADISE

ISLE

01

SHARP REEF

14

FLORIDA

Perdido Key Drive

Perdido Key

State Park

03

13

Lighthouse Rd

11

National Museum

Of Naval Aviation

12

Blue Angel Parkway

Gulf Islands National Seashore

10

Fort

McRae

Ruins

09

ALABAMA

Oyster

Bay

Fort Morgan Rd

Foley

State Hwy 59

Lake

Shelby

07

Foley Beach

Express

Canal Rd

Perdido Beach Blvd

Gulf of Mexico

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BEACH LAW

With crosswalks throughout the island it’s better

to be safe than sorry, make sure to cross at the

walk. Be sure to push the button to activate

the cross walk. Use lights for motorist to see

if crossing at night and keep the traditional

crossing method of looking right, left and then

right again when crossing the street.

CAN I LEAVE ITEMS ON THE

BEACH OVERNIGHT?

Escambia and Baldwin County prohibits

leaving items on the beach. These items

hinder natural wildlife getting to and from

their natural habitat.

FOR EMERGENCY CARE

Life-threatening emergencies: Dial 911

Perdido Urgent Care: (850) 466-8668

Orange Beach Family Dentistry: (251) 321-7575

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SAFETY

Rip currents are powerful currents

of water moving away from

shore. They can sweep even the

strongest swimmer out to sea.

If you are caught in a rip current,

do not panic or swim against the

current. If you cannot break out

of the current, float calmly until it

lessens, swim parallel to shore until

out of the rip current, or shout and

wave for assistance if you are able to.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT

WARNING FLAGS

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LOW HAZARD

CALM CONDITIONS,

EXCERSISE CAUTION

MEDIUM HAZARD,,

MODERATE SURF

AND/OR CURRENTS

HIGH HAZARD

HIGH SURE AND/OR

STRONG CURRENTS

WATER CLOSED

TO THE PUBLIC

DANGEROUS

MARINE LIFE

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BUSINESS

MEMBER BILL OF RIGHTS

What to expect when you join the Perdido

Key Area Chamber of Commerce?

To be informed of the identity of those serving on our governing board and to expect a code

of ethics and prudent judgement to be carried out on the behalf of the area as a whole.

To have access to meetings such as board and committees as well as

access to the chambers most recent financial records

To feel free to ask the chamber questions and receive prompt, truthful and forthright answers.

To expect all relationships between chamber representatives, members

& public entities to be professional and ethical.

To expect relationships between the chamber and other entities to be honest and transparent.

To be informed of our mission and the way we intend to use

membership dues, sponsorships, grants, or donated funds.

To be assured that your volunteered time, membership dues, sponsorships, and donations will be

used for the purpose to better the chamber and the community through development initiatives.

PROMOTION &

VISIBILITY

Listing in the Membership

Directory

35,000 Print copies of the

Annual Perdido Area Guide

Listing on our two

websites: PerdidoChamber.

com & VisitPerdido.com

Ribbon Cuttings

New Members, Grand

Openings, New Locations,

business anniversary, etc.

Events + Networking

Monthly Networking

Events including Business

After Hours, Breakfasts,

and Luncheons as well as

Special Annual Events!

Sponsorship + Advertising

Gain Exposure! Sponsor

an event or market your

business through B2B and

B2C targeted advertising

through the chamber!

COMMUNITY

IMPACT

Our Mission

The Perdido Key Area Chamber of

Commerce provides community

leadership and promotes sustainable

economic growth of member

businesses and community

development.

Our Vision

Promote progressive

leadership in commerce for a dynamic

and prosperous community in the

Perdido area. The Perdido Key Area

Chamber of Commerce is dedicated to

advocate for the Perdido Area’s growth

of regional businesses and community

prosperity through advocacy,

leadership, economic development,

education and associations across state

lines.

Our Committees

Community Advocacy,

Business and Community

Development, Military

Council, Membership and Marketing,

and Keyholders/Ambassadors

EXCLUSIVE

BENEFITS

• Access to over 400

members through

the online Member

Information Center

Announcement Sharing on

Chamber Social Platforms

• Post your events,

coupons, hotdeals,

press releases and more

on both websites!

• Member to Member

Discounts!

• Meeting Space- Chamber

Conference room with projection

screen fits 15-20 attendees (time

and date restrictions apply)

• Annual Member decal and

use of Chamber “Proud

Member” logo

We would like to invite you to become a member of the Perdido Key

Area Chamber of Commerce and join us in supporting our Perdido Key

community and encouraging business growth in our area.

850-492-4660

PerdidoChamber.com | VisitPerdido.com

PHOTO BY PAT VAWTER

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LETTER FROM

THE CHAIRMAN

We are Perdido Proud! It’s an exciting time

at the Perdido Key Area Chamber of

Commerce, and I am honored to serve

as your 2020 Chairman! In January, we

will be celebrating our 35 YEAR ANNIVERSARY! Over

the years Perdido Key Area Chamber members have worked

together to bring economic growth and prosperity to our

community, along with protecting and preserving the natural beauty

of the Perdido area. We have made a significant impact in this

community and there are more exciting things to come in 2020.

In 2020, our Vision will continue, to promote progressive

leadership in commerce for a dynamic and prosperous community.

We are dedicated to endorsing the growth of regional businesses

and community prosperity through advocacy, leadership, economic

development, education and associations across state lines. Serving

Gulf Shores to Lillian AL, and Perdido Key to Beulah, FL, we are a

unique and diverse community. Will continue to look for ways to

grow our membership and build

upon our strategic partnerships,

by collaborating with regional

chambers of commerce, community

leaders across the region, and the

business owners and residents

of our amazing community.

WILL CONTINUE TO

LOOK FOR WAYS

TO GROW OUR

MEMBERSHIP AND BUILD

UPON OUR STRATEGIC

PARTNERSHIPS.

We will continue to build on

our signature events, including

our 3rd Annual Star Spangled Salute - Military Appreciation

Festival, Red, White and Birdies Spring Classic, and Rosamond

Johnson Day Ceremony that honor and support our local military

and their families. We are also proud to continue with our

sponsorship of the 3rd Annual Snowbird Hootenanny, Perdido

Shop Hop, and our free family movie nights, Flicks on the Field.

If you are interested in becoming more involved in your

Chamber or have new ideas or suggestions, please reach out

to your Board and let us know. We welcome all feedback and

member participation. Please join us in making 2020 the Best

Year Ever for the Perdido Key Area Chamber of Commerce!

Tracy DeVack,

Chairman of the Board

Perdido Key Area Chamber of Commerce

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BUSINESS

PHOTO BY JOYCE BLANCHARD BALDAUF

Thank You

TO OUR MEMBERS

WHO HAVE SERVED

THIS COMMUNITY

FOR 35 YEARS!

Beach & Yacht Club

of Perdido Key

Century 21

Eden Condominiums

Flora-Bama

Friends of Pensacola State Parks

Holiday Harbor Marina

Innerarity Hardware

National Naval Aviation Museum

Needle Rush Point

Oyster Bar Restaurant & Marina

Pensacola Greyhound

Track & Poker Room

Perdido Bay Golf Club

Perdido Beach Services

Perdido Realty

Perdido Sun

Perdido Towers

Sandy Key Condominiums

Seafarer Condominiums

Seaspray Condominiums

Shipwatch Surf & Yacht Club

Sundown Condominiums

The Point Restaurant

Warrington Bank

Being a member of the Perdido Key Chamber is imperative for me as a

community relations representative for Perdido Towers Condo Association.

I rely on this Chamber to keep me connected to the business community,

and to key initiatives in the area. As a long-time member of the Perdido

Key Chamber, we consider the Chamber a key ally and strategic business

partner whose advocacy efforts at the state and local level are critical to our

Company’s ability to operate in this challenging and ever changing business

environment. We appreciate the staff and all of their efforts on a daily basis.

SANDY GYORKOS, PERDIDO TOWERS CONDO ASSOCIATION

The Perdido Key Area Chamber is Older than the City of Orange Beach! I

would know as I was on both Chamber Boards when I first landed at the

Bama in ‘84. It was the work of both Chambers, together, that brought

us the “World’s Longest Beach Party & Inter-State Mullet Toss in April of

1986. An immediate success, it now draws over 30,000 people annually

with an Economic Impact of over $12.5 million during what used to be a

slow, non-seasonal, non-Holiday weekend! The Chamber was directly responsible

for that and subsequent endeavors that would draw more visitors to our areas

annually along with several fund raisers for local youth groups and charities,

including Secret Santa & the Perdido Bay Youth Sports Association.

WAY TO GO & THANK YOU PERDIDO KEY CHAMBER & STAFF”

PAT MCCLELLAN, OWNER/VICE-PRES, FLORA-BAMA

It has been an honor being a member of the Perdido Key Chamber

for 35 years. Sundown Condominium Association is committed to

supporting our community and we feel there is no better way than

the involvement of the Perdido Key Chamber of Commerce.

Lifetime friendships are being made and you get the

satisfaction of knowing you are doing your part to enhance

your community. We take a lot of pride in our property and the

community of Perdido Key. We are happy to being a supporter of

the local Chamber and being a part of such a great community.

TAMMY MERCER, SUNDOWN CONDOMINIUMS

Pensacola Greyhound Racing and Poker Room is proud to be an

original member of the Perdido Key Area Chamber of Commerce.

The track has been part of the Perdido area since 1946 and became a

Chamber member in 1985. The Chamber was a great partner when we

were trying to get the Cardroom approved. Our General Manager, Nick

Schlikin says, “We are so grateful for the representation and support from the

Perdido Key Chamber.” The Chamber continues to be a strong partner with the

Pensacola Greyhound Racing and Poker Room and that is what the Perdido

Area Chamber of Commerce is all about!

LES DAVIDSON, CARDROOM/F&B MANAGER

PENSACOLA GREYHOUND RACING AND POKER ROOM

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HISTORY

Map courtesy Perdido Key Notes, 1987

1985

is a year

some may

remember as

the year of Coca-Cola’s “New Coke”,

Michael Jordan being named NBA’s

Rookie of the year, the year of the

first .com registered, the first version

of Windows, and a series of Live Aid

Concerts raising millions for famine

in Africa. However, right here in the

Perdido Area, 1985 stands as the year

of the first Mullet Toss, first Frank

Brown Songwriters Festival, the rise

of the iconic Eden Condominiums,

and the birth of the Perdido Key

Area Chamber of Commerce.

In 1985, “Perdido Key” was rarely

used to describe the area. It was mostly

called Gulf Beach, it was not until

1994 that the Perdido Key Chamber

requested that the US Board of

Geographic Names change their maps

to read “Perdido Key”. The Key was

also known by the nickname “The

Redneck Riviera”. This term came

about when the New York Times sent

Howell Raines here in 1978 to write a

story about the off season adventures

of two great NFL quarterbacks:

Richard Todd and Kenny Stabler (both

residents of the key). The fun loving

and rowdy Stabler said he “could read

IN 1985, “PERDIDO KEY” WAS RARELY USED TO

DESCRIBE THE AREA. IT WAS MOSTLY CALLED

GULF BEACH, IT WAS NOT UNTIL 1994 THAT THE

PERDIDO KEY CHAMBER REQUESTED THAT THE

US BOARD OF GEOGRAPHIC NAMES CHANGE

THEIR MAPS TO READ “PERDIDO KEY”.

a playbook by the light of a juke box.”

Coquina Village (later named

Colors on the Key) was a hub of

entertainment and was supposed to

be the spur for massive development

on Perdido in the mid-80’s. “Coquina

Village was something unique for

the Key. The collection of shops and

restaurants helped to keep visitors

on the Key and bring visitors to the

Key.” Said Doug Frazier, owner of

Frazier’s, an upscale gift shop and

boutique in the Coquina Village.

The Flora-Bama and the Cutty Shark

(later turned into the Reef) were two

of the only local bars on the island

besides the River Queen gambling den

which sat on Old River. The Point

Restaurant then was selling all you

eat mullet dinners for $2.50. By the

way, most of the mullet was supplied

by “Uncle Dave” Resmondo who

was a famous fisherman who lived on

Innerarity. In 1985 he was 88 years old!

1985 also served up some unusual

weather for the year. The Perdido

Area was still reeling from the effects

of Hurricane Frederick, a cat 4 that

did terrific damage in 1979. In 1985,

the Key had to evacuate from two

hurricanes. The first was Elena during

the Labor Day Weekend. It stalled in

the Gulf and dumped a lot of rain and

high surf on the Key before landing in

Biloxi. In October Hurricane Juan, with

85 miles an hour wins, made landfall

near the Key and spun off nineteen

tornadoes in the Florida Panhandle.

Hurricane Frederick brought many

changes. The vast development we see

now really started after Frederick. As

Dr. Harvey Jackson states in his book

The Rise and Decline of the Redneck

Riviera, “Once the coast was declared a

disaster area… the clean up soon began.

Then came the rebuilding. Then came

the developers. Then came the change.”

It also caused damage to the bridge

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at Alabama Pass. A new one was

under construction in 1985. The

damaged bridge was built because

in early days the pass was dangerous

to boats with strong tides and fast

forming sand bars. In 1953 the

Alabama Dept. of Conservation began

to dredge the pass. In 1962 a small

two lane concrete bridge caused the

state border to change. For Alabama

actually building the bridge, Florida

allowed Alabama to claim about

three miles of land on the Key.

The development of the Eden

Condominiums was a big deal at the

time. The iconic building in Perdido

Key was the tallest in Escambia

County! (See Eden Story on pg. 20)

The World- Famous Mullet Toss

started in 1985… The late songwriter

and singer Rusty McHugh (who played

a lot at the Bama) wrote a song called

“The Mullet Toss”. One of the lyrics is

“We drink all day and party all night

and Sunday we praise the Lord, we

make a party out of throwing dead

fish, brother tell me we ain’t bored.”

Information gathered thanks to

the help of Fran Thompson of The

Mullet Wrapper and John Vick of

Pee Paw’s Histerical Key Tours.

WORLD EVENTS IN 1985

» Aid Concerts were held in July of 1985 raised over

50 million for famine relief in Ethiopia. Various

artists, including Ray Charles, Bob Dylan, Michael

Jackson, Billy Joel, Cyndi Lauper, Willie Nelson, Lionel

Richie, Smokey Robinson, Kenny Rogers, Diana Ross, Paul Simon,

Bruce Springsteen, Tina Turner and Stevie Wonder, record the song “We

Are The World” as USA for Africa. to raise money for famine relief.

» Coca-Cola company introduced “New Coke” They created a sweeter version

that had been preferred in taste tests, but fans of the brand protested the

decision in an overwhelmingly negative response. Within three months

Coca-Cola announced it would return to the old formula and tried to rebrand

the drink as Coca-Cola “Classic” and New Coke quickly disappeared.

» The popular comic strip “Calvin and Hobbes” debuts in newspapers.

» Route 66 is removed from the United

States Highway System.

» The popular film “The Color

Purple” premieres.

» Michael Jordan is named as the

NBA’s “Rookie of the Year.”

» The Food and Drug Administration approves

a blood test for AIDS,

» The first .Com domain name, symbolics.com,

is registered by the Symbolics corporation.

However, .edu domains, for educational

institutions, still predominate over the commercial .com ones

» Microsoft Corporation releases the first

version of Windows, Windows 1.0.

» Switzerland is the first country to bring into law catalytic

converters must be fitted to private cars

» Compact Discs are introduced to American Consumers

» The space shuttle Atlantis is launched

» UK Starts screening Blood donations for AIDS

» British Scientists discover a hole in the earths Ozone Layer

Stats from: http://www.thepeoplehistory.com/1985.html

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HISTORY

& THE CHAMBER

STAND STRONG ON THE

BY IDEAWORKS

Cynics scoffed 35 years ago when

they heard about plans to build

Eden Condominiums, the one-ofa-kind

structure on Perdido Key.

“Too fancy,” they said.

“Too far away.”

“It will never last,” they said.

But Eden did indeed flourish

and thrive despite storms, oil spills,

economic downturns and other

challenges. And it continues to be a

leader, setting the highest standards

for comfort, grace and elegance

across the entire Gulf Coast.

Along the way the iconic,

angled landmark has consistently

generated top sales and rental

figures, standing the tests of time,

hurricanes and changing tastes.

It is home to a comfortable mix of

year-round residents and vacationers

who often return frequently to make

memories with family and friends.

BUILT TOUGH.

The man behind Eden, Chip

Traynor of Pensacola, used French

architects who had built projects on

the Riviera. Their drawings produced

the eye-catching design, which

gives each Eden guest breath-taking

views of the Gulf and the sand.

Eden is no pushover, as it showed

during Hurricane Ivan, which

flattened or battered numerous other

structures in 2004. Eden sustained

no structural damage; its problems

were relatively minor – a broken

window here, damaged landscaping

there – and it could have reopened

quickly except the Key’s power supply

was knocked out for months.

Credit goes to Eden’s highgrade

construction, a marvel of

planning and execution unlike

anything else on the Gulf Coast.

Massive steel and concrete pilings

were drilled to bedrock 85-to-90 feet

deep. Each condo unit is encased in

8 feet of concrete and steel poured in

place on the floor, walls and ceilings.

A 12-foot-thick aluminum seawall

stands guard on the Gulf, and the

lobby is 23.5 feet above sea level.

Easy living, done well

Eden offers everything an

upscale traveler could imagine

on a beach vacation.

Waterfalls, lighted tennis courts,

steam rooms, sauna, pools (the indoor

pool is heated), a full-service spa, a

fitness center, all sorts of well-tended

flowers and plants, comfortable

meeting rooms, a decked cookout

area, and much, much more. The

owners’ lounge even includes a

marble bar and a Steinway piano!

BUSINESS GROWTH

Eden wasn’t the only local

newsmaker in 1985.

That year, 15 people banded

together to form the Perdido Key

Chamber of Commerce to help build

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EDEN CONDOMINIUMS IS

A LONGTIME MEMBER OF

THE CHAMBER BECAUSE

IT RECOGNIZES THIS

ORGANIZATION’S VALUE

– BUILDING COMMUNITY,

STRENGTHENING THE

ECONOMY, CONNECTING.

awareness of the 16-miles-long island

and improve business and quality of

life for tourist and resident alike.

Membership now is more than

400 strong, with representatives

from Pensacola to Gulf Shores. That

sustained growth is enduring proof

that the chamber successfully handles

business, social and environmental

concerns, boosts tourism through

smart, significant advertising,

and works to add parks, a soccer

complex, library offerings and

other amenities for the public.

Eden Condominiums is a longtime

member of the Chamber because it

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recognizes this organization’s value –

building community, strengthening

the economy, connecting with our

active-duty and retired military,

and holding events that make

the Key a spectacular place to

work, vacation and enjoy life.

COMMUNITY TIES

Like the Perdido Key Chamber,

Eden owners support the local

community. They shop and dine

on the Key, where they enjoy a

spectacular array of restaurants,

shops, bars, events and shows, plus

the leisurely pace that makes our area

a home as well as a destination.

On several occasions, Eden owners

have opened their doors to wounded

military veterans, holding “Wounded

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Warriors Week” at Eden and turning

over their condos to wounded vets

and their families for a week of sun

and fun, a gesture of thanks for

their service to our nation. In turn,

many local residents and businesses

donated food, fuel, snacks and

activities – building upon the program

begun by Eden owners to create

an even bigger experience for these

military heroes and their families.

Today, Eden stands proudly against

the powdery white quartz sand along

the shore, an iconic development that

shares a birthday with the Perdido Key

Chamber. Like the Chamber, Eden

is forging lasting bonds with familiar

friends even as it introduces new

generations of fans to Perdido Key.

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BUSINESS

REAL ESTATE MARKET

IN PERDIDO KEY

$448,590

MEDIAN PURCHASE PRICE

(UP 8.5% SINCE 2018)

$1,809

VSAVG. RENTAL PRICE

RANKS AMONG THE

TOP 6.4% OF

RETIREE-FRIENDLY

NEIGHBORHOODS

IN FLORIDA.

TOTAL

SALES

SOLD

268

(ON TREND WITH 2018)

PERDIDO KEY HAS A

HIGHER INCOME THAN 82.7%

OF THE NEIGHBORHOODS

IN AMERICA.

202 CONDOS

36 SINGLE-FAMILY HOMES

29 TOWNHOMES/DUPLEXS

MEDIAN PRICE/SF:

$299/SF

(UP 10% FROM 2018)

LOWEST RATES OF

CHILDREN LIVING IN

POVERTY OF ANY

NEIGHBORHOOD

IN THE UNITED STATES.

54%

OF BUYERS

OBTAINED

FINANCING

46%

OF BUYERS

PAID CASH

19.95%

SINGLE-FAMILY

HOMES

80.5%

CONDOMINIUMS

WITH A COMBINATION OF

LOW TO MID-RISES

.

63.5%

OF HOUSING IS

SEASONALLY

OCCUPIED

OWNERS

RENTERS

Stats provided by the Kathy Justice Team, Better Home & Gardens, Main Street Properties

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MOVING

BY JIM BERAN

FIRST THINGS FIRST:

KNOW WHEN IT’S TIME TO DOWNSIZE

Perhaps the most obvious signal that it may be time to

downsize is that you’re just not using the space you have.

You may be an empty nester now, or that spare bedroomturned-home-gym

just isn’t seeing much action. But other

indicators it may be time to downsize include your housing

costs exceeding more than a third of your take-home pay, or

the maintenance of your home becoming more than you’d

like to handle. Are you holding off on taking that vacation

because your housing costs keep you practically paycheck

to paycheck? It may be time to reevaluate your needs.

LEAVE MOVING TO THE PROS

Once you’ve identified your most cherished items that

will be accompanying you for your move, make sure

you hire a moving company who’s going to care about

your things as much as you do. Hire a reputable moving

company with background-checked movers, an A+

BBB rating, and five-star reviews on social media and

Google. Doing so will ensure your beloved and necessary

items make it to your new home safely and securely.

ENVISION YOUR IDEAL LIFESTYLE

Ever get that focused, energized feeling that comes

from packing a single suitcase for a vacation or trip? It

can be an eye-opener that shows us just how little we

need to not just get by, but to enjoy ourselves without

extra baggage (literally). Apply this principle to a move:

think about what you’ll not only need, but love to use

in your new space. It’s safe to say you won’t need that

snow blower and down-feather-filled parka in sunny

Perdido Key. But those sturdy Adirondack chairs? A

must-have for kicking back and watching gorgeous

Gulf Coast sunsets with a cold drink in hand.

THINK OF WHAT YOU’RE GAINING,

NOT WHAT YOU’RE LOSING

It can be difficult to part with well-loved items like a

beat-up recliner or extra set of pots and pans, let alone

sentimental things like your children’s sports trophies or

the grandfather clock passed down from your parents.

But ultimately, you’ll be freeing yourself up to have more

of what’s really important: memories and experiences.

Downsizing can seem overwhelming, but stay focused

on the end goal of more peaceful, meaningful living.

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Outstanding Agents, Outstanding Service

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Perdido Key is such a Special Place

and THE FREED TEAM would love

for you to make us part of your

next real estate transaction.

With over 10 members on THE

FREED TEAM, there is always

someone ready to assist you.

Buying, selling or investing – we

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SCHOOLS

31,000+- STUDENTS

27 ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS

7 MIDDLE SCHOOLS

9 HIGH SCHOOLS

Mission: In partnership with the community, the

Baldwin County Public Schools’ mission is to

prepare. ALL students to graduate College and Career

Ready through a culture of equity and opportunity.

Vision: Our vision is to foster a nurturing environment with

high expectations for students to achieve their potential and graduate

with countless opportunities.

Motto: #BaldwinProud #CommunityStrong

BALDWIN

COUNTY

Information and complete listing of

Baldwin County Public Schools:

www.bcbe.org/bcbe

ESCAMBIA

COUNTY

41,000+- STUDENTS

35 ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS

9 MIDDLE SCHOOLS

7 HIGH SCHOOLS

Mission: The mission of the Escambia County School

District is to provide an environment that creates

opportunities for all students to achieve their highest

potential while building a foundation for continuous

learning.

Vision: Create a school District where parents want

to send their children, students want to learn,

teachers want to teach and employees want to

work.

Motto: “ Making a Positive Difference”

Information and complete listing of

Escambia County School District:

www.escambiaschools.net

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Alison is a very conscientious

person and strives to provide the

best customer service possible. She

is a consummate professional and

highly recommended.

Thanks Alison!

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My wife and I went to Alison to

find a beach condo that fitted our

needs. Alison easily ascertained our

requirements and found us exactly

what we wanted at the price that

met our budget.

— Trulia.com Review

We worked with Alison on a condo

purchase in Perdido Key, FL. She is

friendly, knowledgable, accessible

and responsive. You can see the

true joy come through in her work.

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Alison Davenport is extremely

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realtor! She found us the perfect

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BUSINESS

Aerial view of a travel center on the

Alabama and Florida state line

Something that makes the

Perdido Chamber unique,

is that the membership is

basically split down the

middle- literally between state lines!

As a state-line Chamber, Perdido is the

perfect place to start if you are looking

to grow your business to another

amazing area just on the other side of

the line! The Perdido Area is unique in

that there is both business and leisure

opportunities are in just a short distance!

HEAR FROM SOME OF OUR MEMBERS ABOUT HOW THEY

ARE DOING BUSINESS ACROSS STATE LINES!

“Flora-Bama gets its name from being located on the Florida/

Alabama state line where beautiful Perdido Key, Florida meet

Orange Beach, Alabama so we are very familiar with

doing business in multiple states. For us, location is

something that makes the business unique and draws

people to stop by and see us. It drives our staff to be

involved on both sides of the line and make sure to

support both communities. We are so fortunate

to be going into our 55th year of business this

year and enjoy this slice of paradise on the

Gulf Coast. The Flora-Bama is just a shell and

the people who come see us year after year

are what create the true Flora-Bama and keep

people coming back creating more memories.

It’s been a privilege to work in a business that

can actively participate in two states at one time.”

JENIFER PARNELL, FLORA-BAMA

“Since we offer new construction

homes near Perdido Key, in

Pensacola, Florida and also in Gulf

Shores and Foley, Alabama, it is easy

for our customers to move from

one state to the other in less than

one hour’s drive! This makes it an

easy move if you work in one

state, but prefer to live in

another.”

LEONA DICENSO,

HOLIDAY BUILDERS

“When we looked at growing our Brand

expanding into FL especially Perdido Key FL

was a natural fit. The area is beautiful the people

are great and the housing market is booming,

we also found a great fit in Reed Rogers our Pensacola

Franchise owner which covers all of Escambia County.

Reed Rogers began his military career in Pensacola in 1983

during his naval training at Corry Station. He is an award

winning speaker, having spent 20 plus years helping audience

members grow and achieve greater successes in their

lives and businesses. Reed’s love and passion

for the real estate industry brought him into

the home inspection industry. His real estate

career began right out of high school where

he worked as a carpenter for a builder. He

is proudly a licensed home inspector with

Home Boss Inspection where he now works

to ensure the safety and health of home and

business owners in the Escambia Florida area.”

TIM LOWER, HOME BOSS INSPECTIONS

“The first thing to do is forget

state lines! Concentrate on the

community you wish to serve. All

of the communities in our area are

unique, yet we all face the same

challenges. Build relationships

and understand the needs and

concerns of the people you wish to

serve. The very best way to do this

is by being active in the local

Chambers of Commerce. Find

and understand the needs of

the community and fill that

need. Don’t just fill a space.”

DON BROWN, SUNNY 105.7

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BUSINESS

HOW TO START A

BUSINESS IN

PERDIO KEY

Ready to begin your journey of starting your

own business? The road is long and hard but

the rewards can be well worth it. Get everything

you need to start your business here in the

beautiful Perdido Key Area!

1. Brainstorm Your Ideas

Narrow your ideas down to a small

list and search the chosen industry for

existing companies; how can you do

it better? Another option is to start

a franchise, the business structure is

already in place, and all you need is a

location and means to fund the project!

2.. Build a Business Plan

What is the purpose of your business?

Who are you selling to? What are your

end goals? How will you finance your

startup costs? Knowing the answers to

these questions are a key component

to forming your business plan.

3. Evaluate Your Finances

Do you have the finances for all of

your start-up costs? You may need

a commercial loan from a local

bank or a small business loan from

the SBA or an alternate lender.

4. Determine Your

Business Structure

There are four basic types: Sole

Proprietorship, Partnership, Limited

liability company (LLC), &

Corporation. There are many factors

to consider when choosing your

structure including complexity, liability,

taxes, control, capital investment,

licenses, permits & regulations.

5. Register with the

Government and IRS

Get all of your forms and legal

documents together to get your business

registered! If you decide to build a

corporation, you will need an “articles

of incorporation” document. You might

think about trademarking your business

for extra-legal protection. You might

even obtain an employer identification

number (EIN) from the IRS.

6. Purchase an

Insurance Policy

Choose an insurance policy that is

tailored to your specific needs. A

general liability insurance can cover

property damage, bodily injury

and personal injury. You might

also consider obtaining a business

owners policy, workers compensation

and unemployment insurance.

7. Choose Your Partners

Running a business has proven to

be a lot of work, you do not have to

do it all on your own. Third-party

vendors are a great route to seek out

experts in their field to help you run

your business. Look up our Chamber

Member Directory to find trusted

members of the community that

will help get the job done, anywhere

from HR to your phone system.

7. Build Your Team

You should choose carefully the

people you would like to see working

on your team. Defining roles and

responsibility with your chosen team

will help your team communicate

and work together clearly to help

your business down the line.

8. Brand Yourself

and Advertise

Create your image and gain a band

of followers before your opening

day! it is important in today’s day

an age of technology and media

to have a solid marketing plan to

get your brand off the ground.

9.Grow Your Business

In order to succeed in business,

you should always look for

more ways to grow! Some of

the best resources to grow

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BUSINESS

1

MEMBERSHIP BRINGS CREDIBILITY

to your business. You can increase

positive perception among consumers

and business owners when you’re identified

as a member of a Chamber of Commerce.

2INCREASE YOUR VISIBILITY

IN THE COMMUNITY. As a new

member of the Chamber of Commerce,

you will be listed in the Chamber Directory.

The Chamber may also promote your grand

opening/ribbon cutting ceremony and

assist with any public relations efforts.

3CREATE NETWORKING

OPPORTUNITIES. Chambers have

numerous committees and serving on

one of them provides a variety of networking

opportunities as well as professional leadership

development. You can build your business while

promoting developments of keen interest to

local business and the community at large.

4GAIN A VOICE IN GOVERNMENT.

Chambers take on the tough issues and

oppose new regulations, taxes, fees,

assessments and costs directed at small businesses.

It also helps protect the principles of free enterprise

and aids businesses in being treated fairly.

5MAKE BUSINESS CONTACTS. The

Chamber’s most fundamental mission is

to generate more business activity for the

community. The Chamber initiates more businessto-business

commerce and more opportunities for

networking and connecting local professionals than

is available through most other local organizations.

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6RECEIVE CHAMBER

NEWSLETTERS. Newsletters

provide member information

about the local community, a community

calendar and details about up-and-coming

Chamber events, among other things.

7ACQUIRE CUSTOMER

REFERRALS. Every day, your

local chamber receives calls from

individuals and businesses looking

for potential vendors, where chamber

members are typically recommended.

8CHAMBER EVENTS AND

PROGRAMS. Chamber events and

programs provide members with great

opportunities to get to know new people

and expand their prospect base. Chamber

events are innovative and fun ways to help

members meet potential customers, clients

and vendors and generate new business leads.

9PROMOTION AND PUBLICITY.

With a chamber membership, you

can reach potential clients through

member exclusive advertising and opportunities

for business-to-business and business-toconsumer

advertising and publicity.

10ACCESS TO MEMBERS ONLY

DISCOUNTS AND SERVICES.

Deals differ from chamber

to chamber, but is always an enjoyable

addition to your chamber membership.

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(888) 626-2315

LuxuryCoastalVacations.com

LuxuryCoastalVacations.com

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BUYING & SELLING

PERDIDO KEY

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Estate Broker. His persistence and hard

work pays off for all involved. A man you

can trust and reach when you need him.”

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SERVPRO ® of

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• Restore vs. Replace

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Over 1,700 Franchises in North America

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For a virtual tour of available properties visit

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BUSINESS

PHOTO BY AL FOWLER

Over the last

several years,

the Chamber

has focused on

building economic

and community development

throughout the Perdido Area by

increasing member engagement

while fostering a culture of leadership

and entrepreneurial spirit in the

community. During the 2018-2019

Fiscal year, The Perdido Area Chamber

was able to accomplish several

initiatives under the new leadership

of Dana Pagador, named president/

CEO in July 2018. Within one year,

the Chamber was able to transition a

budget in deficit, to a successful, wellbalanced

machine.

• The second Annual Snowbird

Hootenanny returned to the

Flora-Bama to a sold out event

with more music and games to

entertain Perdido Area Snowbirds.

• The Chamber launched the

very first FREE Community,

Family movie night, Flicks on

the Field, on the field at the

Pensacola Greyhound Track.

• Perdido SCORE chapter launched

through volunteers from the

Chamber under the Business and

Economic Development committee.

• The Annual Luau turned out

an always grand crowd at the

Purple Parrot Tiki Bar.

• #MilitaryMoments flooded

social media as promotions

for the second annual military

appreciation festival went viral!

• The Chamber hosted a firstever,

multi-business hosted

Business After Hours social at

the Villagio Town Centre.

• 2019’s Military Appreciation

month events included the

Rosamond Johnson Day Ceremony,

second Star, Spangled Salute

Appreciation Festival on Armed

Forces Day, and the Red, White

and Birdies Spring Classic.

• At the start of Hurricane season

in June, Chamber staff received

FEMA training and is involved

with the Escambia County

Emergency Operation Center

to deliver the most accurate

and quickest information in

the case of an emergency.

• Perdido Chamber ended the

2018-19 fiscal year in July with

a balanced budget. The first

year out of the deficit since loss

of public funding in 2015.

• The Annual Multi-Chamber event

reached its largest attendance

yet in 2018. The re-branded,

Gulf Coast Multi-Chamber

Annual Social extended its

reach to Chambers along the

Alabama & Florida Gulf Coast.

• The 2019 Annual Meeting and

Awards Ceremony Celebrated

the success of 2019 with awards

to some outstanding members.

• The 2019 Perdido Shop Hop kicked

off on Small Business Saturday and

encouraged locals and visitors to

Shop Local in the Perdido Area!

• The Annual Holiday Social

was held at the Flora-Bama to

appreciate the members and

celebrate success in 2019!

THE 2019

AWARD WINNERS

Marty McGreevy Award:

Perdido Key Sports

Bar & Restaurant

Large Business:

Pensacola Greyhound Track

Medium Business:

Evans Automotive

Service Center

Small Business:

Eden Condominiums

Non-Profit:

First Tee of NW Florida

Board Member of the Year:

Peggy Butler

Keyholder of the Year:

September Dye

Community Service

Business Award:

Perdido Bay United

Methodist Church

Community Service

Individual Award:

Talis Jayme

Perdido Proud

Business Award:

The Point Restaurant

Perdido Proud

Individual Award:

Crystal Silins

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2018-2019

YEAR IN REVIEW

378

LOCAL

CHAMBER

MEMBERS

14

RIBBON

CUTTINGS

MEMBER

ACTIVITES

PROMOTED

672

EVENTS

76

NEWS RELEASES

36

HOT DEALS

16

JOB POSTINGS

12

M2M DEALS

149 SPONSORS

52

NEW MEMBERS

137,537

DIRECTORY

SEARCHES

WEB VIEWS

VISITPERDIDO.COM

304,665 VIEWS

PERDIDOCHAMBER.COM

33,745 VIEWS

113,537+

FOLLOWERS

@VISITPERDIDO

3,380+

FOLLOWERS

@PERDIDOCHAMBER

35,000

AREA GUIDES PRINTED

OVER 6,000

MAILED NATIONALLY

& INTERNATIONALLY

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Lowest Prices!

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12255 Lillian Hwy

Pensacola, FL 32506

(850) 455-2719

Groceries, Wine, Beer & Spirits!

Lotto Tickets, Too!

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in our card room!

+ Ultimate Texas Hold'em

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HOURS OF OPERATION

Monday – Thursday • 9 am – 3am

Friday – Sunday • Open 24 hours

For info call (850) 455-8595 • Poker Room (850) 456-9800

951 Dog Track Rd • Pensacola, FL 32506 • PensacolaGreyhoundTrack.com

Compulsive gambling? Call (800) 522-4700 • Must be 18 or older to play, 21 or older to drink.

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Contemporary Coastal Cuisine.

Far from Ordinary...

Great Food, Lively Cocktails & Excellent Service.

251-948-9663 (WOOF)

25753 Canal Road in Orange Beach

www.cosmosrestaurantandbar.com • Catering Available

Your Neighborhood

Sports Pub.

THE RESTAURANT

Good Food

Good FrienDs

GooD Times

Under the Perdido Pass Bridge

in Orange Beach

Catering Available

www.cobaltrestaurant.net

251.923.5300

251-980-5862 (LUNA)

25689 Canal Road • next to Cosmo’s Restaurant & Bar

www.lunaseatanddrink.com • Catering Available

Named Best Breakfast in Alabama by

PEOPLE Magazine and Yelp!

Overlooking Wolf Bay

26189 Canal Road

251.980.8400

www.gtsonthebay.com • Catering Available

Large Craft Beer Selection

Growler Fills & Remarkable Wines

Cosmo's Hats & T-Shirts

Unique & Fun Gifts

Gifts for the Dog & Cat Lover

Locally Roasted Coffee

Breakfast Daily

Delectable Delights

251-980-2899 (BUZZ)

25689 Canal Road • Next to Cosmo’s Restaurant & Bar

www.buzzcatzcoffeeandsweets.com

Enjoy curated wine &

craft beer along with

delicious small plates in a

cozy & nostalgic atmosphere.

251.981.1968

25753 Canal Road • Next to Cosmo’s Restaurant & Bar

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BUSINESS

GET INVOLVED

There are tons of ways to promote

business and community leadership

through the chamber, get involved today!

Getting involved in

Chamber initiatives

shows business and

community leadership.

Advocating for one of

our main focus areas is

a great way to give back

to the community while

also gaining exposure

for both yourself and

your business.

CHAMBER MISSION

The Perdido Key Area Chamber of Commerce

provides community leadership and promotes

sustainable economic growth of member

businesses and community development.

FOCUS AREA COMMITTEES

KEYHOLDERS & EVENTS

The Keyholder committee team serves

as an onboarding team, welcoming and

assisting new members in getting involved.

Keyholder promote & provide assistance

at events, ribbon cuttings, and community

outreach – creating positive first

impressions on behalf of the Perdido Area

Chamber and the community we serve!

Primary Goals and Activities:

» Educate Current and new members

about member benefits and business

opportunities through onboarding

mentorship/adopt a member.

» Participate in Member retention

in quarterly check-in campaigns.

» Attend and Assist chamber hosted

event such as ribbon cuttings

and chamber hosted events.

» Promote Chamber event

through social media and

other networking channels.

» Record activity to be in drawing

for monthly rewards and

Ambassador of the Year awards

» Provide Committee must

provide one at-large non-board

member for nominating a

committee to meet in October.

COMMUNITY AFFAIRS

Works in partnership with our local

leadership, public entities, and nonprofits

to support the community as a whole.

Advocating for the vitality of the

local business, preserving the quality

of life, campaigning for safety, and

educating about our fragile wildlife

and ecosystem. All helping to achieve

the goal of community development.

Primary Goals and Activities:

» Assisting and ensuring in the Perdido

Key Master Plan Progression.

» Educating all businesses, residents,

and visitors about the Perdido Habitat

Conversation Plan introduced by the

Florida Fish and Wildlife agency.

» Advocating for safety including better

crosswalks and the development

of the Multi-Use Path.

BUSINESS &

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

Retain, grow, and support present

businesses while attracting new industries

to the Perdido Area. Through educational

workshops and seminars, the Business

& Economic Development committee

works to improve the pool of highly

skilled, adequately trained employees

that create a resilient economy which

intern procures a vibrant community.

Primary Goals and Activities:

» Provide educational benefits by

hosting workforce training and

networking opportunities.

» Develops and coordinates

special events directly

impacting local economy.

» Committee must provide one at-large

Non-board member for Nominating

committee to meet in October.

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MILITARY APPRECIATION COUNCIL

Being the Cradle of Naval Aviation since 1913, our

economy relies heavily on military members and their

families within our community. Our committee focuses

on inclusion, appreciation and giving back to those who

have served and to make the Perdido Area a desirable

community for military families to live, work, and play.

Primary Goals and Activities:

» Bridge the Gap between military families and the

local business community by providing resources to

incoming families and assisting veteran entrepreneurs.

» Educate the community on the importance of

the military history of the Perdido Area.

» Support, empower and appreciate the military

veterans and their families through events.

MEMBERSHIP & MARKETING

The Membership & Marketing Committee will actively

seek and explore methods for promoting member

businesses, growing core member base, and evaluate

chamber branding strategies including the annual area

guide. The committee will assess & evaluate content

and frequency to propose or revise marketing plans/

tools to build and drive value to chamber events and

programs. They will also participate in the recruitment

of volunteers and provide introductions to prospective

members to join the chamber or sponsor a valued event.

Primary Goals and Activities:

» Growing the core member base of our Chamber.

» Help provide content, imagery and

proof read annual guide.

» Social Sharing: Share other member’s good

news with the chamber when seen and share the

chambers good news with other members.

» Help evaluate branding and promo items for chamber.

» Educate and share Member benefits by hosting

membership drives and campaigns.

» Chamber provides list of dropped members,

prospects, and social media leads.

» Committee must provide one at-large

Non-board member for Nominating

committee to meet in October.

“Best Chicken Wings on the Key!”

EAT WHERE THE

LOCALS EAT!

Family Owned & Operated!

19 Beers on Tap

28 HD TVs, all sports packages

Live Music!

Kitchen open 11 am until 11 pm

Wings, Burgers, Fish, Shrimp & Prime Rib

850-332-6403

13583 Perdido Key Dr. Pensacola, Florida

www.PerdidoSportsBar.com

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PLAY

“SUNNY SKIES, SANDY SHORES, AND A WHOLE LOT MORE!”

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THE VISITOR CENTER

YOUR SOURCE FOR EVERYTHING PERDIDO KEY

THE PERDIDO KEY INFORMATION CENTER is your resource

for up-to-date information along the Gulf Coast. The friendly

visitor center ambassadors can assist with lodging, attractions,

event information, local businesses, and coupons to help make

your trip to Perdido Key unforgettable. While you’re here, view

some unique gift items from local vendors and artisans, and check

out our Pirate Ship fish tank, which makes for great photos!

Hours of Operation

Mon – Fri. 8:30 am to 4:30 pm

Sat & Sun 10:00 am to 4:30 am

closed Thanksgiving and Christmas

850-602-9279

15500 Perdido Key Drive Pensacola, FL 32507

For more information and updates on local events, please

check out our website at VisitPerdido.com

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ACCOMMODATIONS

PHOTO BY AL FOWLER

In Perdido Key, you can find rental properties available

on a daily, weekly or monthly rate to suit your needs.

You can find a variety of accommodations ranging from high-rise

condominiums with breathtaking views of the Gulf and Perdido

Key’s famous sunsets, to more private homes and campgrounds,

allowing you to experience Perdido’s beautiful nature more intimately.

Our Vacation rental professionals can help you find just what

you are looking for in the Perdido Area. We also have hotel

partners in both the Orange Beach and Pensacola Area.

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HOTELS

Fairfield by Marriott Orange Beach

3111 Loop Road

Orange Beach, AL 36561

(251) 543-4444

Hilton Pensacola Beach

12 Via de Luna

Pensacola Beach, FL 32561

(850) 916-2999

Perdido Beach Resort

27200 Perdido Beach Blvd.

Orange Beach, AL 36561

(251) 981-9811

Suburban Extended Stay

3984 Barrancas Avenue

Pensacola, FL 32507

(850) 453-4140

PHOTO BY AL FOWLER

VACATION RENTALS

FLORDIA

Beach & Yacht

Club at Perdido Key

16790 Perdido Key Dr.

Pensacola, FL 32507

(866) 521-3522

Eden Condominiums

16281 Perdido Key Dr.

Pensacola, FL 32507

(850) 492-3336

Key Concepts Realty, Inc.

13880 Perdido Key Drive

Pensacola, FL 32507

(850) 492-5462

Levin Rinke Resort Realty

10 Portofino Drive

Penascola, FL32561

(850)916-5050

Luxury Coastal Vacations

13700 Perdido Key Dr., Ste B-120

Pensacola, FL 32507

(850) 332-5120

Meyer Vacation Rentals

13700 Perdido Key Drive

Pensacola, FL 32507

(251) 968-7516

Needle Rush Point

Owners Association, Inc.

17119 Perdido Key Dr.

Pensacola, FL 32507

(850) 492-2180

Palacio at Perdido

13661 Perdido Key Drive

Pensacola, FL 32507

(850) 492-4773

ALABAMA

Perdido Beach Resort

27200 Perdido Beach Blvd.

Orange Beach, AL 36561

(251) 981-9811

Turnkey Vacation Rentals

25405 Perdido Beach Blvd, Ste 24

Orange Beach, AL 36561

(251) 264-3100

Perdido Key Resort Management

13700 Perdido Key Drive, #B122

Pensacola, FL 32507

(850) 492-9999

Perdido Realty

14250 Perdido Key Drive, Unit B

Perdido Key, FL 32507

(850) 492-1102

Purple Parrot

Village Condominiums

13555 Perdido Key Dr.

Pensacola, FL 32504

(850) 484-2611

ResortQuest

14112 Perdido Key Drive

Pensacola, FL 32507

(850) 492-9889

Sandy Key Condominiums

13575 Sandy Key Drive, #117

Perdido Key, FL 32507

(850) 492-2101

SeaSpray Perdido Key

16287 Perdido Key Drive

Pensacola, FL 32507

(850) 492-2200

Sundown Riverside

Condominium Association

16470 Perdido Key Drive

Pensacola, FL 32507

(850) 492-1816

!Trip Vacations Perdido Key

Perdido Key, FL 32507

(850) 898-8583

Windemere Condominium

14511 Perdido Key Drive

Perdido Key, FL 32507

(615)566-5106

RV PARKS

Big Lagoon State Park

12301 Gulf Beach Hwy.

Pensacola, FL 32507

(850) 492-1595

Perdido Key RV Resort

13770 River Rd

Pensacola, FL 32507

(850) 492-7304

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Gulf Islands National Seashore

Gulf Islands National Seashore

Bear

Point

ection

180

ALABAMA

FLORIDA

ALABAMA

FLORIDA

u Saint. John

Ono Island

Ono Blvd

River Rd

Perdido Key Dr

Inerarity

ri

Point

1

Intracoastal

Waterway

ALABAMA

FLORIDA

River Rd

Old River

Perdido Key

State Park

ALABAMA

FLORIDA

292

River Rd

Rd

Golf of Mexico

Gulf of Mexico

2

Innerarity Point

Rd

Canal Dr

Perdido Key

Perdido Beach Key

Beach

292

Gulf Beach Hwy

Big

Lagoon

Johnson

Beach Rd

State Par

Big

Lagoo

3

This map is for illustrative purposes only.

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ACCOMMODATIONS

k

n

1: WEST

1. Mediterranean — 17359

2. Atlantis — 17357

3. Spanish Key — 17287

4. Needle Rush Point -

River & Gulf sides— 17119

5. Needle Rush Point -

Old River side

6. San Perdido — 17137

7. Club Cabana — 17131

8. Playa-Del-Rio — 16990

9. Beach & Yacht — 16790-795

10. Shipwatch — 16787-786

11. Perdido Towers — 16789

12. Ole River Landing — 16784

13. Windward — 16777

14. Seaside Villas

15. Riviera Dunes — 16685-690

16. Sea Watch — 16605

17. Molokai Villas — 16590

18. Capri — 16551

19. Marseilles — 16549

20. La Belle Maison — 16547

21. Sundown — 16470

22. Mariner — 16335

23. Docks on Ole River — 16310

24. Dockside — 16300

25. Villas Belvedere — 16293

26. SeaSpray — 16285

2: UPPER

27. Eden — 16281

28. Beach House — 16105

29. Spinnaker — 14765

30. Ocean Breeze W. — 14623

31. Windemere — 14511

32. The Palms — 14455

33. Gulfside Villas — 14259

34. La Riva — 14237

35. Meridian — 14009

36. Mirabella — 13937

37. Ocean Breeze E. — 13817

38. Perdido Skye — 13785

39. Perdido Sun — 13753

40. Palacio — 13661

41. Indigo — 13621

42. Beach Colony — 13601

43. La Playa — 13555

44. Sandy Key — 13575

45. Grand Caribbean — 13500

46. Lands End — 13335

47. Vista del Mar — 13578

48. Florencia — 14900

49. La Serena — 14500

3: EAST END

50. Lost Key Resort & Golf Club

51. Holiday Harbor — 14050

52. Sailmaker — 13928

53. River Colony — 13840

54. Banana Bay — 13810

55. A&M Perdido Resort — 13770

56. Purple Parrot — 13555

CONDOMINIUM COMPLEX

Offering 2-3 bedroom rentals

3 buildings, 2 on gulf, 1 on Ol’ River

16287 PERDIDO KEY DR

PENSACOLA, FL 32507

800-336-7263

850-492-2200

AMMENITIES INCLUDE:

3 Pools / Hot Tub / Tennis Courts

Marina & Boat Launch

River Grill (BBQ area) with 2 gas

grills, prep area and 2 sinks

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COMING

SOON TO

PALAFOX

PLACE

Perdido Key

Souvenirs & More

Located at the Villagio TownCenter

The Latest Beach Fashions

SWIMWEAR | COBIAN SANDALS | JEWELRY

PERDIDO KEY SOUVENIRS | PANAMA JACK |

BEACH ACCESSORIES

Military

Discounts!

850.497.0868

BOUTIQUE & LIFESTYLE

13700 PERDIDO KEY DR. SUITE 121 | PENSACOLA, FL 32507

www.BareFootGypsyBoutique.com

13700 Perdido Key Dr. Unit 107

Pensacola, FL 32507

Underneath the Jellyfish Bar!

Your Home Away from Home...

RV SITES | LUXURY CONDOS | BOAT SLIPS

850-492-7304 | perdidokeyrv.com

13770 RIVER ROAD, PENSACOLA, FL

FRIENDS OF THE SOUTHWEST

BRANCH LIBRARY

-WELCOMES YOU-

Audio Books, Blue Cart Items, Book Club, Boutique,

Computer Classes, Computer Lab, Copy, Fax &

Scan, DVDs, Greeting Cards, Interlibrary Loans,

Meeting Room, New Fiction, Non-Fiction & Biographies,

Newspapers, Magazines & Reference,

Passive Programs, Story Time, Study Rooms,

Summer Reading Club

12248 Gulf Beach Hwy, Pensacola, FL 32507

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For all your family’s emergencies–big and small

NOW OPEN

Caring for West Pensacola,

Perdido Bay and South Alabama

Comprehensive emergency services

for your growing community

Perdido Bay ER, a freestanding emergency

room, offers all the resources you need for

acute care of a serious illness or injury.

24/7 adult and pediatric

emergency care

11 private care beds

Dedicated trauma room

Diagnostic imaging, including

CT scan, ultrasound and X-ray

Physicians specializing in

emergency medicine on-site 24/7

Laboratory services

40 full-time employees including

nurses certified in advanced cardiac

and pediatric life support

9400 Hwy 98 West—Corner of Blue Angel Pkwy and Hwy 98 • (850) 457-2200 • www.westfloridahospital.com

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FOOD & DRINK

1 2

FRIED GULF SHRIMP

4

BRONZE GULF GROUPER

6

BLACKENED GROUPER REUBEN

5

BANANA WRAPPED SEABASS

SHRIMP-N-GRITS

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FOOD & DRINK

3

1. Wolf Bay at Perdido Key

(850) 492-1897

12700 Gulf Beach Pkwy

Pensacola, FL 32507

wolfbaylodge.com

2. Cobalt, The Restaurant

(251) 923-5300

28099 Perdido Beach Blvd.

Orange Beach, AL 36561

cobaltrestaurant.net

ROYAL REDS, KEY LIME SHRIMP, OYSTERS

CREOLE BBQ GULF SHRIMP

THE RIVER ROAD

8

7

3. Flora-Bama Lounge

Package & Oyster Bar

(850) 492-0611

17401 Perdido Key Drive

Pensacola, FL 32507

florabama.com

4. Sunset Grille

(850) 492-1063

14050 Canal A Way

Pensacola, FL 32507

myholidayharbor.com

5. Cosmo’s Restaurant & Bar

(251) 948-9663

25753 Canal Road

Orange Beach, AL 36561

cosmosrestaurantandbar.com

6. GTs On The Bay

(251) 980-8400

26189 Canal Rd

Orange Beach, AL 36561

gtsonthebay.com

7. Luna’s Eat & Drink

(251) 980-5862

25689 Canal Road

Orange Beach, AL 36561

www.lunaseatanddrink.com

8. Crab Trap

(850) 492-8888

16495 Perdido Key Dr.

Pensacola, FL 32507

crabtrapdestin.com

BAIRDI CRAB DINNER 9

9. Hub Stacey’s at the Point

(850) 497-0071

5851 Galvez Road

Perdido Key, FL 32507

www.hubstaceys.com

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PETS

By Christina Steffen

It’s been 2 years since I last wrote in my diary about my life in

Perdido Key. Lots of things have changed. I’ve got a new brother…

his name is Squirt. He’s a French Bulldog. That’s us in the picture!

We love flying with our Dad in our airplane, taking off from

Ferguson Airport. It’s fun to look out at the emerald green waters and

white sandy beaches.

After we landed we got ice cream at Hershey’s near Walmart.

Sometimes we go to Island Sweets at Villagio. We like walking

around Villagio because they have Island Epicurean or Jellyfish

so we can order a delicious hamburger. We can look at all the

local art at Artworks…my Mom likes shopping at Barefoot Gypsy. She

even gets her nails and hair done at New Attitudes. We also stopped

by Perdido Artists Gallery and Gifts. They have tons of local art there

too. I like the salsa they sell because I can lick it off chips. We bought

a painting of a sea turtle…I hope I get to hang it in my kennel.

Day 1

Today my cousin Cooper came to visit…remember he

got in trouble for trying to jump in the water at the

boardwalk next to The Gulf restaurant. I like it there

because its dog friendly and we like to watch all the people

and boats. Cooper is crazy over playing in the water. One time he

jumped in Perdido Bay and wouldn’t swim back. His mom had to go

after him. There were kayakers there and they helped lure him back.

Later our families decided to go to Big Lagoon Jet Ski rentals. Dogs

aren’t allowed on the jet skis but that’s OK because we took a nap.

The next morning, my friend Fletcher came over. He’s a Cairn

terrier and FULL of energy. We all went to Hub Stacey’s for

breakfast then went out on our new boat on the Intracoastal.

You can put your boat in the water there too! We saw all

kinds of boats. I wish we could have gone to Pirates Cove. They have

burgers so good it makes my tail wag plus lots of dogs go there. But,

we pulled up on the sand bar at Flora Bama Yacht Club for the best

grilled oysters ever!! That night we went to a concert at Big Lagoon

State Park. My cousin Murphy was camping there in his families

RV. On our way home we stopped at Dave’s Snowballs. Our tongues

turned blue because we all shared a giant blueberry cone.

Day 3

I met my girlfriend Copper and her family at Oyster

Bar the other night. It’s right under the Theo Barrs

Bridge. Copper loves to hang her head out the window…

and guess what she saw…a new auto spa! It’s right next

to McDonalds. All my friends love going through a carwash!

In a few days my family is going to Gulf State Park.

They have a really long boardwalk and a dog park on

Lake Shelby! My brother Squirt and I play all kinds of

games and dig in the sandy beach. There’s even a new

hotel called The Lodge and Copper said The Perch restaurant

is really good!! Well, time for an afternoon nap. I wonder

what adventures in paradise we get to go on tomorrow…that’s

why I love living here….there’s always something to do!

Day 5

Day 2

Day 4

PET FRIENDLY IN AND

AROUND THE KEY

Many companies do and some don’t

allow pets, it’s best to visit our website at

visitperdido.com and check our member directory!

RESTAURANTS

(Outside Areas Only)

BuzzCatz Coffee and Sweets

25689 Canal Road

Orange Beach, AL 36561

Cosmo’s Restaurant and Bar

25753 Canal Road

Orange Beach, AL 36561

Flora-Bama Yacht Club

17350 Perdido Key Drive

Pensacola, FL 32507

Flora-Bama Ole-River Grill

17400 Perdido Key Drive

Pensacola, FL 32507

Hub Stacey’s at the Point

5851 Galvez Road

Pensacola, FL 32507

Luna’s Eat and Drink

25689 Canal Road

Orange Beach, AL 36561

Perdido Key Sports Bar

13583 Perdido Key Drive

Pensacola, FL 32507

The Islander Food Shack

13818 Perdido Key Drive

Pensacola, FL 32507

The Shrimp Basket

14600 Perdido Key Drive

Pensacola, FL 32507

The Sunset Grille at

Holiday Harbor Marina

14050 Canal A Way

Pensacola, FL 32507

PET SERVICES

Furst Choice Pet Service

(850) 572-5485

VETERINARIAN

Lost Key Animal Clinic

4190 Bauer Road

Pensacola, FL 32507

EXERCISE

Big Lagoon State Park

12301 Gulf Beach Hwy

Pensacola, FL 32507

Bill Dickson Dog Park

3151 Fenceline Road

Pensacola, FL 32507

Gulf State Park at Lake Shelby

20115 Alabama 135

Gulf Shores, AL 36542

Johnson Beach Road

Pensacola, FL 32507

Lexington Terrace

900 S Corry Field Rd.

Pensacola, FL 32507

River Road Dog Park

14484 River Road

Pensacola, FL 32507

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RUN AND RACES

THE BIG BEACH MARATHON

Gulf Shores, Alabama

January 25th & 26th, 2020

2020 DOUBLE BRIDGE

Presented by Publix

Wahoos Stadium

February 1, 2020

7:30am – 12:00pm

GULF COAST SERIES

Big Lagoon State Park

February 8th-12th, 2020

I PINK I CAN RUN

4 mile run

Flora-Bama Lounge

February 29th, 2020

Starts at 9:00am

43 RD ANNUAL MCGUIRE’S 5K RUN

McGuire’s Restaurant,

Downtown Pensacola

March 7th, 2020

9:00am-12:00pm

BLUE ANGELS ROCK N FLY

HALF MARATHON & 5K RUN

Naval Air Station (NAS)

March 21st, 2020

Starts at 7:45am

ANNUAL BEACH RUN/WALK FOR

AMERICA’S WARRIORS

Flora-Bama Beach

March 28, 2020

ZARZAUR LAW MARITIME

DE LUNA DU YOUTH DUATHLON

Pensacola’s Community Maritime Park

March 29th, 2020

(For kids 6-15)

ZYDECO CRAWFISH

FESTIVAL 5K RUN/WALK

Gulf Shores, AL

April 4th, 2020

10:00am-6:00pm

24 TH ANNUAL MULLET

MAN TRIATHLON

Every year at the Flora-Bama

April 18th, 2020 at 7:30 am

PENSACOLA TRIATHLON

Pensacola Bay

April 26th, 2020

Starts at 6:15am

GRAFFITI BRIDGE

5K RUN/WALK

Graffiti Bridge in Pensacola

TBA, May 2020

RUNNING OF

THE BULLS PENSACOLA

Seville Quarter,

Downtown Pensacola

July 2020

RONALD MCDONALD

HOUSE FIRECRACKER 5K

Seville Quarter

Downtown Pensacola

July 4th, 2020

THE SHARK RUN

The Wharf in Orange Beach, AL

July 4th, 2020

Starts at 7am

THE SHARK ADVENTURE RUN

Cobalt The Restaurant/

Orange Beach

July 5th, 2020

Starts at 7am

BLOODY MARY

5K RUN/WALK

Tacky Jacks in Gulf Shores, AL

September 5th, 2020

SEMPER FI 5K RUN

September 2020

SHRIMP FEST 5K

Gulf Shores, AL

TBA, October 2020

HERON TROT 5K

Big Lagoon State Park

November 2020

SUNSET GRILLE

DOG WALK/RUN

Holiday Harbor Marina

and Sunset Grille

November 2020

PENSACOLA

TURKEY TROT 5K

Seville Square, Pensacola

Thanksgiving Day

MAKE IT TO THE LINE RUN/WALK

Flora-Bama Lounge

December 2020

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Escape To Tranquility In Perdido Key

Tranquility is the word that comes to mind when you think of the “lost

island” of Perdido Key. Your true island escape includes breathtaking

views of the white sand and emerald-green waters of the Gulf of

Mexico, the back bays and a picturesque golf course.

It’s always the right time of year

for a beach getaway to Perdido

Key. Whether you are in search

of a romantic getaway for two,

a weeklong summer vacation

spot for a family of four, the perfect destination for

a large family reunion, or even a month-long (or

longer) winter retreat, the beautiful beach condos

and houses managed by Meyer Vacation Rentals fill

the bill.

LOTS OF OPTIONS

Ranging from large and luxurious to coastal cottage

Click. Book. Beach. It’s that simple.

Meyer Makes It Easy.

From the moment you visit MeyerRE.com to the moment you

squish your toes in the sugar-white sand of the Gulf Coast, Meyer

Vacation Rentals has one goal. To make your family’s vacation

experience easy, fun and memorable.

Chat, call or email any time. We’re here 24/7 for you.

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quaint, Meyer Vacation Rentals’

properties, searchable at

MeyerRE.com, are either perched

on the water’s edge, boast a water

view, or are near the water.

Meyer offers everything from onebedroom

beach condos for a

small group all the way up to a

12-bedroom Gulf-front house for up

to 30. Meyer even offers dog-friendly

properties when you just can’t leave

your fur baby behind.

GREAT FOR FAMILIES

Families of all sizes appreciate the

convenience and comfort of fully

equipped kitchens; living areas that

expand onto private balconies; and

private bedrooms and baths that

offer precious quiet and downtime.

At Meyer Vacation Rentals, we

know how important it is to keep

everyone busy and having fun.

That’s why our diverse selection of

properties features amenities such

as pools, spas, saunas, steam rooms,

hot tubs, tennis courts, exercise

rooms and more.

Meyer’s vacation rental properties

are also a great value, especially

when you consider the cost savings

of being able to share space with

friends and family while still enjoying

the seclusion of private bedrooms

and baths. Hang out in your living or

dining rooms, soak in the view from

your balcony or deck, cook in your

well-equipped kitchen, pack less by

washing clothes in your rental, and

retire to your private space when the

day is done.

OUR GUESTS FALL IN LOVE

A recent guest at one of Meyer’s

Gulf-front condos rated her vacation

experience as top notch. “Our

condo was nice. Very comfortable

with a fantastic location. This trip

has made me fall in love with the

Perdido Key area.”

Another, who stayed in a Perdido

Key Gulf-front condo, said, “Beautiful

condo with great amenities.

Beautiful view of the beach. We had

a wonderful stay. The condo was

beautiful, and Meyer’s staff was very

friendly and helpful.”

SERVING VACATIONERS

SINCE 1967

With more than 50 years of

experience helping families create

forever memories on the Gulf Coast,

Meyer Vacation Rentals is ready

to host your family’s next beach

vacation.

Call one of our professional, local

vacation planners at 866-382-9635

or preview our Perdido Key beach

vacation rentals at MeyerRE.com.

Once you book your stay on tranquil

Perdido Key, simply relax. We’ll

handle the rest!

50+ Years Of Serving The

Florida/Alabama Gulf Coast

At CENTURY 21 Meyer Real

Estate, relationships are our business.

Our focus on high-quality, personalized

service is what makes us the #1

CENTURY 21® office in the State of

Alabama, and our Perdido Key office

offers a local perspective and Florida

sales expertise. Let us put our 50+ years

of experience to work helping you

find your own piece of paradise on the

Florida/Alabama Gulf Coast.

PERDIDO KEY BRANCH

13700 Perdido Key Drive

Suite 125

Pensacola, FL 32507

Meyer Real Estate

Main: 850-492-6466

Toll Free: 866-639-3735

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HIKING

PERDIDO

BY RICK O’CONNOR

1BETTIE & CRAWFORD RAINWATER

NATURAL PRESERVE TRAIL If

you want to really experience natural Florida,

you could do worse than hike this trail. Bette and

Crawford Rainwater donated the 2347-acre property

for a nature preserve, which is now managed by the

Nature Conservancy. The 2.8-mile trail is not a

loop. It traverses pitcher plant bogs, crosses managed

longleaf pine forest, and terminates at an old bridge

near Perdido River. The trail head is located at 5955

Hurst Hammock Road near Beulah FL. Take Blue

Angel Parkway (FL 173) north to Mobile Highway

(US Highway 90). Turn left (west) towards Mobile AL.

Turn left (south) Beulah Road (Escambia Co. Road

99) and follow it to the parking area at the trailhead.

2BAYOU MARCUS WASTEWATER

TREATMENT NATURE

BOARDWALK The Emerald Coast Utility

Authority operates a wastewater treatment facility

on Bayou Marcus just off of Blue Angel Parkway.

This facility treats 8.2 million gallons of wastewater

per day. The trailhead can be found near the front

gate of the treatment plant. The website states the

trails are open from sunrise to sunset – however,

signs at the gates indicate that they unlock them at

6:00 AM and close at 5:00 PM (handicap parking

at Alekai Dr.) and 7:00 PM at the main gate (3050

Fayal Dr.). To find this trail, travel north on Blue

Angel Parkway. After you pass Lillian Highway, and

just before Muldoon Drive, you will see the green

Bayou Marcus Wastewater Treatment sign on Fayal

Dr. Turn left and park in front of the fence. Alekai

Dr. is a little further north on Blue Angel Parkway.

There are no restroom facilities at this location.

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3TARKILN BAYOU PRESERVE

STATE PARK You can spend a day,

or two, hiking this wonderful park. The

4290-acre preserve is part of the Big Lagoon

State Park system. The trail begins in the

maintained pine flatwoods with acres of open

saw palmetto and scrub. The beginning of the

trail is a concrete path which is 0.2 miles long.

The trailhead is located on the westside of Bauer

Road about 2.5 miles north of Sorrento Road. The

park opens at 8:00 AM and closes at sunset. There

is a $3.00 fee for vehicles and is on the honors

system. If you have a state park pass, you just need

to write your card number on the form to deposit

in the box, and on the mirror hang as well.

HIKING

4THE WAY Maybe you enjoy

the outdoors, but not enough

to hike 2-3 miles. If this is

the case, The Way is the perfect trail

for you. The entire trail is 0.13 miles

long. The trailhead, and terminus, are

both located in the back-parking area

of the Perdido Bay United Methodist

Church. The trailhead located in the

far northeast corner of the parking lot

begins as a boardwalk and is handicap

accessible. There is plenty of parking

but no restroom facilities. Perdido Bay

United Methodist Church is located

at 13660 Innerarity Point Road.

5LAFITTE REEF TRAIL This trail actually

is part of Perdido Key State Park and does not

have an official name. However, it is located at

the end of Lafitte Reef Road off Perdido Key Drive. The

trailhead is at the corner of Lafitte Reef and Bowlegs

Reef road. There is a small parking area (for about three

cars) and a fenced switchback to allow hikers in. The

trail is 0.8 miles to the terminus and is not a loop. It

is well marked with orange arrows and there is a bench

at the terminus. The hiker should have sun and insect

protection, as well as plenty of water. There are no

restroom facilities here. To find the trailhead, turn north

on Lafitte Reef Road just west of the Perdido Key Visitors

Center. Drive until the road heads west and becomes

Bowlegs Reef Road. The trailhead will be to your right.

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HIKING

It is always a good idea to let others,

who are not hiking, know that you

are and where you will be hiking.

We also recommend hiking with others.

You should have a cell phone for

contact if needed. Most of the trails

listed have cell service.

Good hiking shoes are a must due

to portions of the trails being loose

quartz sand. Portions of these trails

could be wet and so shoes that can

get wet should be considered.

The sun in Perdido can be intense

and summer temperatures can be

high, and more intense with the local

humidity. Plenty of water should be a

consideration. For most of these trails,

a liter will do. For the longer ones,

we would recommend at least 2-liters.

Camel packs are great for these.

Biting insects are found all over.

Your choice of insect protection

should in your bag. The question

of snakes always comes up.

Yes, there are snakes on all of these

trails. We have six venomous ones, four

of those are common, and three are

most often encountered. These snakes

actually do not like to be in the open

areas for very long. Staying on the

marked trails is your first step to avoiding

an encounter. If a snake is spotted,

give it a wide birth. They will react to

you only if you get too close. Their first

choice is to slide off – let them do this.

Ticks can also be a problem. These

arachnids are most often encountered

in tall grass, where they sit and wait for

mammals to come by. Staying on the trail

will reduce your chance of encountering

one. Sometimes, portions of the trails

have not been mowed and you have no

choice but to walk through tall grass. We

recommend a tick check of yourself and

your clothing before leaving the park.

Wash your clothes when you return. Of

course, the elevated boardwalks greatly

reduce your chance of an encounter.

These are minor issues really, but

you should be prepared. We hope

you enjoy hiking Perdido and be

sure to take plenty of pictures!

6DISCOVERY TRAILThis trail is located within the Gulf Islands

National Seashore / Johnson’s Beach area. You will need a national

park pass, or pay an entrance fee, to access this trail. The trail is short

– 0.4 miles – and the entire route is a railed boardwalk, so is handicapped

accessible. To find the trailhead, enter the park and take the first left. There

is a sign there telling you the Discovery Trail is this way. Follow the short

road to the parking area and trailhead. There are restrooms and picnic tables

on the Gulf side across the street. The Johnson’s Beach portion of Gulf

Islands National Seashore is located in the turn where Perdido Key Drive

heads north towards the Theo Baars Bridge. 13333 Johnson Beach Road.

7BIG LAGOON STATE PARK There are several great trails

in this great state park. The first is an easy boardwalk trip around

the small lagoon at east beach. There is plenty of parking here, a

restroom, and even an outdoor shower. The boardwalk loops but terminates

at one of two pavilions. To connect the two pavilions, you will need to hike

through soft sand. This boardwalk crosses over a saltmarsh ecosystem.

At the northwest corner of the east beach parking area is the trailhead to the

orange trail (so named for the orange trail markers used here). This 1.1-mile

trail extends from east beach parking to west beach parking. Along the way there

is a connection to a blue marked trail that leads to a pavilion on the lagoon

Big Lagoon is located on Gulf Beach Highway just across the Theo

Baars Bridge; 12301 Gulf Beach Highway. The park opens at 8:00 AM

and closes at sunset. There is an entrance fee to access this park.

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WILDLIFE

WILDLIFE

PERDIDO KEY IS KNOWN FOR INHABITING VAST AMOUNTS OF

DIFFERENT WILDLIFE AND KEEPING THE AREA NATURAL AND

SAFE TO COHABITATE WITH ITS ORIGINAL RESIDENTS!

PERDIDO KEY BEACH

MOUSE: Perdido Key

beach mice inhabit the

coastal dunes along Perdido

Key in Escambia County,

Florida. This species also

occurs in Baldwin County,

Alabama. The beach mice

rely on the vegetation in

sand dunes for food and

shelter, some things that pose

a risk to these endangered

species include hurricanes,

increased foot traffic,

development along the beaches, and predation from cats,

foxes, raccoons and coyotes. The Perdido Key beach mouse is

protected as an endangered species by the Federal Endangered

Species Act and as a Federally designated endangered species

by Florida’s Endangered and Threatened Species Rule.

SEA TURTLES:

When taking a stroll on

the beautiful beaches

of Perdido Key,

if you’re lucky,

you’ll get to see

sea turtles! Loggerhead sea turtles are

the most prevalent in the area, although

leatherback, ridley and green sea turtles are also

frequently seen in the summer months. One of

the best places to spot sea turtles is at Perdido Key

State Park. Located just across the street from the

Perdido Key Chamber of Commerce, this protected

area is a safe habitat for turtles and several other animals.

Of course, all need to exercise caution when frolicking on the

beach when these turtles are nesting. You shouldn’t interact with

these creatures or interfere with their actions in any way, but you

can observe from a distance. Nesting season runs the length of

summer and ends in October. Baby sea turtles face many obstacles

when leaving their nests—such as raccoons, crabs, birds and fish.

Sea turtle hatchlings use the light of the moon to guide themselves

to the water, but can get distracted by bright lights from beach

homes, condos and businesses facing the beach. When walking

the beach, make sure to follow turtle etiquette by using a red

flashlight (turtle-safe lighting), avoid shining lights or using flash

photography, fill in large holes and knock down sandcastles to leave

a flat surface, and as always Leave No Trace behind by removing

all tents, toys and other obstacles from the beach at night!

BIRDS: The Perdido Area

is a bird’s paradise! Located

between two major fly

zones, Gulf Islands National

Seashore, the longest stretch

of protected seashore in the

country, is the first stop for

hundreds of migrating birds

and monarch butterflies

flying north in the spring.

The Perdido Area also features

bays, bayous, beaches,

rivers, and woodlands where

more than 300 species of

birds call home. So pick

up those binoculars and

come experience our

great outdoors! (See Bird

Watching on Pg. 78)

GHOST CRABS

Also known as Sand Crab or Atlantic Ghost Carbs, the Ghost Crab can be seen

scurrying along the shoreline between sunset and dawn. Their peak season is summer

time from May to September. They live in tiny burrows about 4 feet deep and they try to

hide from the sun as much as possible. Their two black eyes have sharp 360 degree vision,

which helps them capture flying insects. Zooming at speeds up to 10 miles per hour these

crabs know how to make tracks! Their white shells make them adapt to the white sand so

it makes it harder for their predators to see them. Ghost crabs tunnel down for about four

feet at a 45° angle, creating one- to two-inch wide holes. At dusk, these crabs sprint into

the ocean to obtain oxygen from the water, which washes over their gills. Females release

their eggs into the ocean around the month of June. Ghost crabs hibernate during the

winter, “holding their breath” for six months by storing oxygen in sacs near their gills. If

you do decide to go on a crabbing adventure, we do urge you to use a gentle hand when

observing these amazing little creatures and to definitely use the catch and release system.

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PRECARIOUS

CRITTERS

JELLYFISH

(August and September are prime months)

5 species in Gulf of Mexico

Moon Jelly is the most common

Have big moon shaped-like body, but

have short cnidocytes (tentacles)

Uses these to hunt prey

But, this is also what happens to

cause humans being stung

Diets consists of plankton or very small fish

With the predators being reduced by

humans, their population is increasing

HABITATS

Open waters throughout the

world, like the Gulf of Mexico

TIPS IF STUNG

Rinse affected area with vinegar

Remove the tentacles with tweezers

while rinsing, if the tentacles are still in

the area, then can possible still sting

After, wash the affected area with very

hot water for around 40 minutes

WILDLIFE

RAYS

(Between April to October)

Prefer warmer shallow water

Like to bury themselves into the bottom

to make them not noticeable

Commonly around 3 to 9 yards from shore

Not all Rays are “Stingrays”. There

are eight families of 19 species of

rays in the gulf of Mexico, some are

uncommon, others are very much so.

HABITATS

Throughout the tropical waters

like the Gulf of Mexico

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FISHING

One of the most

amazing and

unique aspects

of Perdido Key is

the extensive and diverse recreational

fishing opportunities. Whether you

bring your boat, charter a local guide

service, use a kayak, or simply stand on

the bank with a rod, there are fish in

reach all year round.

Perdido Key, being an island, means

the water and fishing are literally in

every direction. Perdido and Escambia

Bays, the various bayous, tidal creeks,

and respective rivers make up the

estuary system here. The Intracoastal

Waterway (ICW) links them together

along the Northside of Perdido Key via

Big Lagoon on the east end and Old

River to the west. The Gulf of Mexico

lies to the south.

Local fishing is broken down into

two general categories: inshore and

offshore. Major differences will be the

target species of game fish throughout

the year and of course the location.

Offshore charter fishing boats can take

trips from about 70 to 140 miles off the

coast, sometimes near oil rigs. Inshore

will typically stay in the Back Bay areas

on a smaller console boat.

INSHORE FISHING

Information from Charter Boat Captain- Mike Peek.

Inshore fishing is typically in the Back Bay areas

and close to shore on a smaller center console boat.

Inshore fishing may be more suitable for small

kids or those who are prone to sea sickness.

Calm waters offer a variety of different

species of fish- so every season can be different.

FISHING THROUGH

THE SEASONS:

WINTER (January through March)

• Sheepshead, speckled trout, redfish and

pompano

SPRING (March through May)

• redfish, trout and pompano

SUMMER (May through August)

• redfish, trout, Spanish mackerel, king mackerel

FALL (September through December)

• As cold fronts start moving in and the water cools down, fishing picks up for redfish, trout,

flounder, pompano, and also the sheepshead will start to bite again.

WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE FISHING SEASON/FISH TO CATCH?

The early part of the year is great, for that is when the sheepshead are biting. Sheepshead will

be around the bridges and structure around the bays as they start their migration towards

the passes. Sheepshead is very good table fare and better than that they are great fun to

catch. This is a great experience for youngsters, fishermen and families of all ages to get into.

Once you locate the fish, it’s catching one after another – inshore can be so much fun!

WHAT SHOULD PEOPLE PREPARE FOR WHEN

BOOKING AN INSHORE FISHING TRIP?

In the fall and spring always be prepared for weather sometimes people come

under dressed and it’s not very enjoyable for them. In the early spring and in

the fall always come prepared for different types of weather conditions.

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PHOTO BY BRAD SAUERS

OFFSHORE FISHING

Information from Charter Boat

Captain- Bobby Walker.

Offshore trips can range from 4 hours to 72

hours. They are targeting larger fish than the

inshore trips and can be private or shared.

Most fishing for offshore occurs outside of

the winter months, especially during the

summer where many fishing tournaments

are held in between Memorial Day and

Labor Day!

FISHING THROUGH

THE SEASONS:

WINTER (January through March)

• Mainly Snappers, Groupers and Trigger fish

SPRING (March through May)

• Great time to go out! It is not so hot yet, and

there are plenty of Fish such as Amberjack,

Grouper, Snapper, Trigger Fish, and King

Mackerel.

SUMMER (May through August)

• Seasoned fisherman will likely be fishing almost

everyday. Red Snapper are the main target species

around June and July. You can also find Snappers,

Amberjack, and Trigger fish.

FALL (September through December)

• Amberjack and Grouper are still active through

September, along with the Bromelian Snapper.

This time of year is also when the weather starts

cooling off. Around the first of December you

can fish for some tuna, but not so busy until the

waters start to warm up again.

WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE

FISHING SEASON/

FISH TO CATCH?

I enjoy the spring, around the 1st

of March, the weather is nice, it’s a

good time to fish, and the fish are

eating well through May and then

it’s snapper season! Red Snapper

has always been fun to chase- ever

since I started fishing out of high

school. People get really excited

to go out by the oil rigs- it’s like

a city with all of the lights. You

never know what you’re going

to hook our there, you can catch

anything from Tuna’s and Marlins

to dolphins.

WHAT SHOULD PEOPLE

PREPARE FOR WHEN

BOOKING AN OFFSHORE

FISHING TRIP?

Most boats are equipped to handle

6-12 people aboard, depending

on how big the crowd you have.

No licensing is required when

going on a charter boat- as

everything is covered. There is

also no experience required to go

offshores, boats typically have 2

captains and 2 mates onboard at

all times, providing for plenty of

education with all the equipment

you could need! Be sure to pack

your sunscreen, a change of

clothes, and some food or drink

if you would like depending

on the length of your trip!

RECORD BREAKING CATCH!

In August of 2019, I took a charter

about 40 miles southeast of orange

beach. We hooked a couple big ones,

two at the same time, and they were

swimming like crazy. There were

a lot of sharks- so sometimes you

wonder if it was a shark. The fish

were staying deep, Brian Andrews

caught the fish after 40-45 minutes.

The water was clear- and he looked

giant! I said “Man you got yourself a

hundred pound Amberjack!” When

we got back to the Marina, we

weighed it on the certified scale and

confirmed it! He broke the record

for the largest Amberjack caught in

the Gulf of Mexico since 1981!

132-POUND, 12.8-OUNCE

AMBERJACK

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FISHING

All Jack’D Up Charters

5851 Galvez Road

Pensacola, FL 32507

(850) 384-9059

CHARTER BOATS

Hooked Up Inshore Charters

1971 Merlin Road

Pensacola, FL 32506

(251) 752-8009

DOLPHIN CRUISES

Dolphin Cruises Aboard

the ‘’Cold Mil Fleet’’

5749 Bay la Launch Ave.

Orange Beach, AL 36561

(251) 943-3510

Orange Beach Adventure Cruises

26619 Perdido Beach Blvd.

Orange Beach, AL 36561

(850) 791-8722

Sail Wild Hearts

25328 Canal Rd

Orange Beach, AL 36561

(251) 981-6700

Top Tier Watersports

118 W 13th Ave.

Gulf Shores, AL 36542

(251) 981-7673

Aqua Venture Charter

Boat Emerald Coast

10121 Sinton Dr

Pensacola, FL 32507

(850) 492-0003

Entertainer Charters, LLC

13506 Perdido Key Dr

Pensacola, FL 32507

(850) 934-1613

Fishbones Charter Fishing

9478 Bayview Dr.

Lillian, AL 36549

(251) 504-8976

Flora-Bama

Marina & Fishing

29603 Perdido Beach Blvd

Orange Beach, AL 36561

(251) 980-5222

BAIT

& TACKLE

Intercoastal Safaris

17292 Perdido Key Dr

Pensacola, FL 32507

(850) 375-2223

Reel Surprise Charters

San Roc Cay Marina

27267 Perdido Beach Blvd. Orange

Beach, AL 36561

(251) 981-7173

SanRoc Cay Marina

27267 Perdido Beach Blvd.

Orange Beach, AL 36561

(251) 981-7173

Zeke’s Landing Marina

26619 Perdido Beach Blvd.

Orange Beach, AL 36561

(251) 981-4044

GoFishRedFish Bait and Tackle

13506 Perdido Key Dr.

Pensacola, FL 332507

(251) 402-5727

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BOATING

Check out these main locations to launch your

boat, jet-ski, kayak, canoe or paddle board theres

are your gateway to the quiet waters of the

Intercoastal Waterway and coastal waters of the

Gulf for the perfect place to relax and play.

BOAT LAUNCHES & MARINAS

BOAT LAUNCHES

Big Lagoon Boat Launch

at Big Lagoon State Park

5891 Galvez Road

Pensacola, FL 32507

Cotton Bayou Boat Launch

25808 Perdido Beach Blvd,

Orange Beach, AL 36561

Galvez Landing

5891 Galvez Road

Pensacola, FL 32507

Lillian Boat Launch

12297 S. 7th Street

Lillian, AL 36549

MARINAS

Fishers at OB Marina

27075 Marina Road Orange

Beach, AL 36561

Flora-Bama Marina

29603 Perdido Beach Blvd

Orange Beach, AL 36561

Grand Lagoon Yacht Club

10653 Gulf Beach Hwy

Pensacola FL 32507

Holiday Harbor Marina

14050 Canal A Way #3

Pensacola, FL 32507

Oyster Bar

Restaurant & Marina

13700 River Rd

Pensacola, FL 32507

Perdido Key RV

Resort & Marina

13770 River Rd

Pensacola, FL 32507

San Roc Cay Marina

27267 Perdido Beach Blvd

Orange Beach, AL 36561

Southwind Marina

10121 Sinton Dr.

Pensacola, FL 32507

Zeke’s Landing Marina

26619 Perdido Beach Blvd

Orange Beach, AL 36561

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SPORTS

Water sports are a favorite pastime for

people in Perdido Key! Whether you

like to take in the scenic views through

kayaking, canoeing or paddling, or you are

a thrill seeking jet skier or boater- Perdido

Key is the place to be! Experience the

vastness of the gulf or the serenity of the

intercoastal- the best of both worlds!

On Pensacola’s west side is five flags

Speedway (7451 Pine Forest Rd.)

Veteran stars and newcomers alike

battle at Five Flags, which brings

the stock car season to an exciting

end with the Snowball Derby.

SPORTS

WHETHER

YOU ARE A

PARTICIPANT

OR SIMPLY A

SPECTATOR,

YOU WILL

FIND SEVERAL

SPORTS

ACTIVITIES IN

THE PERDIDO

KEY AREA.

From April through September,

venture downtown to the waterfront

community Maritime Park to watch

Pensacola’s own AA baseball team,

the Pensacola Blue Wahoos!

Fishing both onshore and offshore is a

way of life for many visitors and locals

in Perdido! Whether you are new to the

fishing scene or you are an experienced

fisherman, the opportunities are endless

for anyone looking for that fresh catch!

Charter Boats can take you out for a day

of fun or you can always stay dry and

fish right from the beach!

Looking for Activities to participate?

Both the Orange Beach Sports Complex

and the Southwest Escambia Sports

Complex offers an array of play areas

including baseball, softball, soccer and

football fields! The area also serves as the

main tournament area for thousands of

youth sports programs!

The Escambia County Equestrian

Center, a 151-acre park, serves

as a multi-use event facility. The

center hosts numerous horse

shows, supporting both English

and Western style equine events,

Rodeos, dog shows, runs, festivals,

and other types of events

From October through April, Pensacola’s

own Professional Hockey Team, the

Pensacola Ice Flyers, compete downtown

at the Pensacola Bay Center. This

interactive sport is a thrill to watch and

is perfect for evening entertainment! The

ice rink is also open to the public when

there are no major games or events.

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Tee off at one of the area’s picturesque,

PGA-rated golf courses! Pack your

clubs and hit the perfect shot on

world-class championship courses,

on this peaceful and secluded

stretch of Florida’s gulf coast.


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BIRD WATCHING

GOLF

You will find desirable options when it comes to golf

in Perdido Key. The Lost Key Golf Course features an

Arnold Palmer Signature Design and is beautifully

situated in the area’s natural surroundings which stretch

for about 100 acres of protected and environmentally

sensitive wetlands on Perdido Key. There is also the

Perdido Bay Golf Course which sits on the mainland, as

the former site of the PGA Tours’ Pensacola Open.

PHOTO PROVIDED BY LOST KEY GOLF COURSE

LOST KEY

625 Lost Key Drive

Pensacola, FL 32507

(850) 549-2160

www.lostkey.com/golf

PERDIDO BAY

8707, 1 Doug Ford Drive

Pensacola, FL 32507

(850) 492-1223

www.perdidobaygolf.com

GOOFY GOLF!

(Mini-Golf)

The First Tee of

Northwest Florida

3924 W Navy Blvd

Pensacola, FL 32507

(850) 456-7010

www.thefirstteenwflorida.org/

minigolf

ANNUAL GOLF

TOURNAMENT

Red, White & Birdies

Spring Classic, May 2020

Hosted by Perdido Key Area

Chamber of Commerce

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for upcoming events.

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Real Estate Opportunities

$300,000 to over $2 Million

TERRA FIRMA

A S S E T M A N A G E M E N T, L L C

Perdido Key, Florida

Luxury Residential

Single Family Homes

Condominiums

New Construction

Commercial

Retail Development

Leasing Opportunities

Rendering

Artist Rendering

Artist Rendering

(850) 495-2480 | info@tfam5.com

Perdido Key, Florida

Golf Clubhouse

Public Play Memberships

Tournaments Special Events

Restaurant & Bar

Breakfast & Lunch Daily

Wednesday Night Dinner

Happy Hour Specials

Stay in touch

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@ VisitPerdidoKey

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RESORT SALES

RESORT RENTALS

MANAGEMENT

LEADERSHIP SINCE 1971

850.492.1102 • 800.717.SAND

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GOING TO OR FROM PERDIDO KEY,

YOU CAN DISCOVER SOME OF

THE BEST DAY-TRIPS AROUND!

GULF SHORES & ORANGE BEACH, AL

Sitting just on the other side of the state-line is

Perdido’s friendly, neighboring cities- Orange

Beach and Gulf Shores, Alabama! With many great

places for food, shopping, and entertainment,

such as The Wharf and San Roc Cay entertainment

districts! Orange Beach and Gulf Shores prove

to be a great day trip when staying in the Perdido

Area and are a quick trip down the beach road!

DOWNTOWN PENSACOLA, FL

Driving the other direction from Perdido Key, you will

enter the heart of Pensacola! Offering a uniquely quaint

downtown atmosphere, Pensacola offers a great nightlife and

restaurant array in a walkable atmosphere! With much to do in

art and entertainment and many events held year-round, this

is a great day-trip for those looking for a more social evening!

GULF ISLANDS NATIONAL SEASHORE

Spend the day on one of Perdido’s most prized possessions! Johnson’s

Beach on Perdido Key is part of Gulf Island’s National Seashore

which is a magical stretch of beach protected by the federal

government. While enjoying the beautiful, untouched shores

of nature- you may find yourself bird watching from the

accessible boardwalk trail, experiencing a picnic from

one of the beach-side shaded pavilions or simply

relaxing in nature’s paradise on the beach!

PERDIDO AREA STATE PARKS

Being one with nature is a privilege here in the Perdido

Area. Experience the essence of Perdido by visiting one

of the area’s beloved state parks! Some popular parks

include Perdido Key State Park, Big Lagoon State Park,

and Tarkiln Bayou State Park! Offering a plethora

of bird watching and an array of native

plant species- this is the perfect way to

experience the wonderful ecosystems

that create our nature’s paradise!

FOLEY, AL

Heading back into Alabama is another

town with tons of attractions to offer!

Starting with the coasts new resort

and entertainment destination, OWA,

showcasing a 14-acre amusement park and

various shopping and dining opportunities,

OWA is endless fun for all ages!

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PHOTO COURTESY OF ALABAMA GULF COAST ZOO

Starting as a small,

community zoo in

1989 called “Zooland

Animal Park” in the

heart of Gulf Shores, The Alabama

Gulf Coast Zoo has gone through

challenges and triumphs to become

the amazing new zoo that stands

today. After a devastating hurricane

Ivan hit the Gulf Coast, the zoo

gained national attention on an

Animal Planet series titled; “The

Little Zoo that Could” inspiring

viewers to visit the Gulf Coast and

offer support to the lovely little zoo

and it’s 300 charming animals.

After the zoo is gifted 25 acres

of land in 2007, the dreams and

vision of the new zoo was becoming

a reality! Designing and building a

new multi-million dollar facility is a

complicated endeavor, and over the

ensuing years, the enormous resources

and commitments required by a

non-profit zoo, made it very difficult.

Through Great Recessions, hurricanes

and oil spills- the zoo was able to be

a beacon of hope and source of joy

to lift spirits for locals and visitors

of the Gulf Coast. By the end of

2019, the new Zoo has opened its

doors to new activities, adventures

and experiences that is sure to inspire

and excite the new visitors of the zoo

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that grew! “We have been working

on this move for many years but the

last couple of years has focused on

the development of the new piece of

property, securing funding to build

the new zoo and getting the vision

into the ground.” Said Executive

Director, Joel M Hamilton.

The new zoo scene will have

adventure at every turn! The new

property includes breathtaking views

starting from the main “Jurassic

Park” entrance, to the gorgeous

lakes and monkey islands, giraffe

feeding stations, Butterfly observation

post, luxurious event spaces and

a unique culinary experience at

the Safari Club restaurant.

The Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo is

sure to spark new experiences and

educational opportunities throughout

the uniquely designed landscape

starting with a diverse collection

of animals and a friendly staff

committed to great animal welfare

DEE HORTON

and guest experience. The

new zoo will also include

experiences such as hands-on

animal encounters, a safari

ride through the outback, an

old fashioned carousel, and

a thrilling zip-line attraction

allowing guests to soar 1200 feet in

the air over the zoo. There will be a

number of opportunities for guests

to learn about the environment and

conservation as well as the Alabama

Gulf Coast Zoo stays at the forefront

“WE HAVE BEEN WORKING ON THIS MOVE

FOR MANY YEARS BUT THE LAST COUPLE OF

YEARS HAS FOCUSED ON THE DEVELOPMENT

OF THE NEW PIECE OF PROPERTY, SECURING

FUNDING TO BUILD THE NEW ZOO AND

GETTING THE VISION INTO THE GROUND.”

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PHOTO BY C-SHELZ PHOTOGRAPHY

of conservation and sustainability

as a fully operational green zoo.

The new space includes a number

of venues to host groups or events.

The newest event center is a large

covered area that can host larger group

settings. They will also use the event

center for animal presentations to

further the educational entertainment.

Another beautiful group venue

includes the Savannah Manor

building that is designed after a

HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN

WITH THE LITTLE ZOO?

I started at the Alabama

Gulf Coast Zoo in 2004.

Q&A

MICHELLE LITTLE

HEAD KEEPER

WHAT ANIMALS DO YOU

TYPICALLY WORK WITH?

I've worked in all the keeping

departments, but I've spent most of

my time working with the reptiles.

HOW HAS THE PROCESS BEEN

TRANSITIONING THE ANIMALS

TO THE LARGER ZOO?

We haven't started relocating

yet, but our staff and volunteers are

working around the clock getting

everything ready for the big move.

WHAT KIND OF THINGS DO

THE KEEPERS AND TEAM,

WORK TOGETHER TO DO TO

ENSURE A LESS STRESSFUL

EXPERIENCE FOR THE ANIMALS?

Our keepers have been hard at work

training our animals in preparation for the

move. Many of our animals, for example,

have learned to shift into a crate on cue,

and that training will make the move

less stressful for everyone involved.

ARE YOU GOING TO BE TAKING

CARE OF MORE/NEW ANIMALS?

I've already been involved with our

new giraffe, which has been a great

experience! I never thought I'd have

that opportunity, and I'm sure there

will be many more surprises to come.

WHAT ARE YOU MOST EXCITED

ABOUT FOR THE NEW ZOO?

I'm looking forward to having room

to grow! We spent so many years in a

very confined space that didn't really

allow room for expansion. Our new

location will allow us to offer fun new

experiences for animals and humans alike.

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European manor that one may have found on the African

plains. This beautiful venue is next to one of the large

ponds and can host small parties and even weddings.

Other areas throughout the zoo can host groups for

a variety of purposes in unique outdoor settings.

The Safari Club Restaurant is also a unique experience

where diners can enjoy gourmet food and listen to the

peaceful sounds of the zoo. This full-service restaurant

was the first green certified kitchen in Alabama. Executive

chef Greg Buschmohle and his team have created an

intriguing and satisfactory internationally inspired menu

to bring an exciting new dining experience. Serving

“Herbivores-Omnivores & Carnivores” the menu brings

delightful steak and seafood, “over the top” Vegan and

Vegetarian options and even specialty cocktails at BAR

TUSK- overlooking the expanse of the new zoo. Guests

are welcome to visit the Safari Club which is open after

hours even when the Zoo is not open to the public.

Plan a day to visit the new and improved, Alabama

Gulf Coast Zoo. Your friends and family are sure to be

amazed by the breathtaking views throughout the entire

facility, comfortable interaction with the zoo team, and

even some new animal friends! Visit the little zoo that

grew once and become part of

the Alabama Gulf Coast zoo

family or life.

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PLAY

FRIENDLY

ATTRACTIONS

Adventure Island

24559 Perdido Beach Blvd.

Orange Beach, AL 36561

Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo

1204 Gulf Shores Pkwy.

Gulf Shores, AL 36542

Fast Eddies Fun Center

505 W. Michigan Avenue

Pensacola, FL 32505

Friends SW

Branch Library FNDN

12248 Gulf Beach Highway

Pensacola, FL 32507

National Naval Aviation Museum

1750 Radford Blvd., Suite B NAS

Pensacola, FL 32508

OWA

10113 Foley Beach Express

Foley, AL 36535

Pensacola Blue Wahoos

351 W. Cedar Street

Pensacola, FL 32502

Pensacola

Lighthouse & Museum

2081 Radford Blvd.

Pensacola, FL 32508

Perdido Key Kids Park

10015 Gulf Beach Highway

Pensacola, FL 32507

Pirate’s Island

Adventure Golf

3201 Gulf Shores Pkwy.

Gulf Shores, AL 36542

Reno’s Reptiles

7000 Community Drive

Pensacola, FL 32526

The Track

3200 Gulf Shores Pkwy.

Gulf Shores, AL 36542

The Wharf

23101 Canal Rd

Orange Beach, AL 36561

Waterville USA

906 Gulf Shores Pkwy.

Gulf Shores, AL 36542

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ART

BIRD WATCHING

The Perdido Area is a bird’s

paradise! From nature

trails to beach habitats,

birding in the Perdido

Area is a huge pastime for visitors and

locals alike! The diversity of habitats

ranging from pinewoods to beaches

and saltwater to open woodlands

make an attractive destination for

native and migratory bird species.

With many protected lands in the area,

we are able to support ecosystems suitable

for many wildlife in the Perdido Key Area,

a haven for more than 300 bird species.

OSPREY: Known as Florida’s

fishing eagles, ospreys have a

distinct M wing shape and make

their habitat near brackish estuaries

where they can scan the surface for

fish. Osprey mate for life- birds of

a feather really do stay together!

BROWN PELICAN: A symbol of

the Gulf Coast, the brown pelican is

making a comeback. These water birds

weigh 6-7 pounds and have a 7-foot

wingspan. The pelicans fly as fast as

30 miles per hour and can often be

seen perched on a piling in the bay.

BLUE HERON: These graceful natives

can be found along the shoreline

hunting for fish. These birds have

long legs and a long S-shaped neck.

YELLOW-BREASTED CHAT: This

lovely songbird prefers to spend its

time in the dense brush, so it’s fun to

finally spot it. You’ll know the adult

by its bright yellow chest and throat,

white belly and white around its eyes.

Listen for the cheeps and whistles as

a clue to its whereabouts during May

and again July through September.

GRAY KINGBIRD: These

conspicuous birds will be hard not to

notice if you’re visiting Perdido Key

between April and October. Largebilled

and vocal, gray kingbirds can

be found along Florida’s coastline,

waiting for large insects to fly by.

They also eat other small vertebrates,

including lizards and

occasionally fruit.

Look for these birds in mangroves

and open coastal woodlands.

ROSEATE SPOONBILL: One of

Florida’s most distinguished wading

birds, the roseate spoonbill is often

confused with the flamingo because

of its spectacular pink plumage. the

main difference between this bird

and the flamingo is its bill- flat and

spatula-like. The bird uses this unique

bill to feed on fish, crustaceans and

aquatic insects. Look for the spoonbill

during May in coastal wetlands like

those in Big Lagoon State Park.

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WHERE TO WATCH

Gulf Islands National

Seashore Johnson Beach

Perdido Key is a hotspot for migrating

birds in the spring and fall. Watch

for pine warblers, towhees, clapper

rails, spotted sandpipers and

wintering ducks. Fallouts can be

seen in April as migrants reach land

for the first time. 8 a.m. to sunset.

13333 Johnson Beach Road

(850) 934-2600, nps.org/guis

Big Lagoon State Park

Acting as a gateway for the Great

Florida Birding Trail, this 600-acre park

along the Intracoastal Waterway is

home to shorebirds; wintering ducks;

dunlin; redhead, bufflehead and redbreasted

mergansers; black-bellied

plovers, yellow-billed cuckoos and

flickers. The park offers five miles of

nature trails and a 40-foot observation

tower with stunning views. Birders can

even stop at the parks visitor center

and borrow a free pair of binoculars.

8 a.m. to sunset.

12301 Gulf Beach Hwy.,

(850) 492-1595, floridastateparks.org

PHOTO BY AL FOWLER

13700 Perdido Key Dr, Perdido Key, FL 32507

850-261-9817

Local Artists & Artisans

Paintings-Pottery-Jewelry

Souvenirs-gifts

One Of A Kind Items

Tarkiln Bayou Reserve State Park

The 4,200-acre preserve protects

rare and endangered plant species

such as white-topped pitcher plants,

one of two carnivorous plants in the

world. The half-mile trail and elevated

boardwalk lead to an observation

area at the bayou, while the 6.5-mile

Perdido Bay Trail leads to the beach.

Listen for brown-headed nuthatches,

white-eyed vireos, pine warblers

and bobwhites. 8 a.m. to sunset.

2401 Bauer Rd.,

(850) 492-1595, floridastateparks.org

If you see an animal that is sick, injured,

in distress or deceased, please call the

local authorities and the Florida Fish

and Wildlife Conservation Commission

24-hour hotline at 888-404-3922.

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CAMPING

BIG LAGOON STATE

RECREATION AREA

12301 Gulf Beach Hwy

Pensacola, FL 32507

FORT PICKENS

1400 Fort Pickens Road

Pensacola Beach, FL 32561

GULF SHORES/

PENSACOLA WEST KOA

11650 Co Rd 99

Lillian, AL 36549

PERDIDO KEY RV

13770 River Road

Pensacola, FL 32507

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PARKS

ALABAMA POINT

Caribe Road

Orange Beach, AL 36561

BIG LAGOON STATE PARK

12301 Gulf Beach Hwy

Pensacola, FL 32507

COTTON BAYOU

25900 Perdido Beach Blvd

Orange Beach, AL 36561

GULF ISLANDS

NATIONAL SEASHORE

(ROSAMOND JOHNSON BEACH)

1401 E. Gregory Street

Pensacola FL, 32502

GULF STATE PARK

20115 AL-135

Gulf Shores, AL 36542

LILLIAN RECREATION PARK

12749 S Perdido Street

Lillian, AL 36549

PERDIDO KEY KIDS PARK

0015 Gulf Beach Hwy

Pensacola, FL 32507

PERDIDO KEY STATE PARK

15301 Perdido Key Drive

Pensacola, FL 32507

TARKILN BAYOU

PRESERVE STATE PARK

2401 Bauer Road

Pensacola, FL 32506

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ON THE

COVER

“Perdido Spring”

Joyce Blanchard

Baldauff

2019 PERDIDO KEY AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

JOYCE BLANCHARD

BALDAUFF

TREY STONE

SHARI CAVIN

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KEITH DUBOSE

DEE HORTON

RHONDA RITTER

JAMES SCHUDER

AMANDA SOPER

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WEDDINGS

WEDDINGS

BEACH

BY AVA SOBIESZEK

e are so

blessed living here in

this beautiful little slice

of heaven located on a

barrier island in the most

western part of Florida on The Gulf

Coast of Mexico with great weather.

Because of our great weather wedding

season lasts all year round and yes we

do have seasons, perfect temperatures

in spring and fall, hot in the summer,

cooler to cold in the winter. Summer

is the busiest time at the beach even

for weddings so be sure to book your

accommodations far in advance.

Spring and Fall are more relaxed and

less crowded which makes a perfect

time for a beach wedding, well maybe

except during spring break. Winters

are usually mild compared to many

states with the possibility of chilly

weather. In the past few years, it has

become increasingly popular time for

beach weddings. All the beaches on this

island and neighboring Alabama’s coast

are breathtakingly beautiful without

any man-made assistance, it’s how mother

nature created them for our enjoyment.

The beach is like a blank canvas where

you can freely express

yourself in choosing a

theme for your wedding

and it does not have to be teal with

seashells glued on everything. (Though

if that’s your thing, go for it!) Everyone

wants their wedding to be unique,

different than any other wedding and

at the end we all want the same thing,

to be happy. So what makes you happy?

What are your favorite colors? Your

favorite styles? Are you a bubbly pink?

Goth? Are you a devoted fan to your

favorite sports team? Does an elegant and

classy look make you happy? A beach

wedding is the perfect background for

expressing your uniqueness. Choose

your theme with a color palate, your

dress, bridesmaid dresses, and of course

a wedding would just not be the same

without flowers. Carrying a bridal

bouquet dates back to ancient times,

when brides would carry bouquets of

herbs and spices to ward off evil spirits

and any bad luck. I say whatever you

do, choose fresh flowers as they look

the prettiest for years to come in your

wedding photographs. Search out

some inspiration online like Pinterest,

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There may be no other day in your life that

you want a certain level of flawlessness,

than you’re wedding day. A day you’ve

dreamed of with a partner that you’re

deeply in love with. The beaches of Perdido Key

will enchant you and your guests with stunning

natural backdrops overlooking the Gulf of Mexico

with its sugar-white sands. This is undoubtedly an

incredibly romantic place to tie the knot.

Instagram and Google Images to get an idea of

styles that you like and understand that there

are no right or wrong choices when selecting

flowers for your wedding. After you narrow

it down to your favorites, if possible setup an

appointment or email the images to a florist

experienced in beach weddings for professional

advice. We are so lucky to live in the times

that we live because pretty much all flowers

are available all year round with exceptions of

few varieties and yes one of them happens to

be the most popular wedding flower, Peonies.

Due to their popularity growers all over the

world are trying really hard to have them

available all year round and they are doing a

great job with the exception of not producing

certain colors or sizes all year round.

All in all beach weddings are very romantic,

special and a great place to say your “I do’s”.

.BEACH LOCATIONS

Gulf Islands

National Seashore

(Rosamond Johnson Beach)

(850) 934-2622

www.nps.gov/guis

Contact them for the

entrance fees.

Special Use Permits Apply.

Flora-Bama Beach Access

(850) 492-0611

17401 Perdido Key D

Pensacola, FL 32507

State Park Areas

(850) 492-1595

floridastateparks.org

All Condos and beach houses

own private property up to the

waterline, so you can also look into

renting a condo or beach home

to use the beachfront property

OTHER FACILITIES

Contact Condominiums &

Local Churches to find out what

event space is available

Perdido Bay

Community Center

(850) 497-0000

13660 Innerarity Point Rd,

Pensacola, FL 32507

The Port at Zekes

(251) 981-4000

26619 Perdido Beach Blvd.

Orange Beach, AL 36561

WEDDING PLANNERS

All The Details DBA

(251) 207-1414

DreamyBeachWeddings.com

Beach Bride Weddings

(850) 426-3590

beachbrideweddings.com

FLORIST

A Flower Box

(251) 207-1414

aflowerbox.com

\\\

CATERING

Cactus Cantina

(251) 981-4628

mycactuscantina.com

Fishers Restaurant

(251) 981-7305

fihsersobm.com

Island Epicurean Food Co.

(251) 220-1602

islandepicurean.com

Sally’s Island Catering

(850) 497-6456

Wolf Bay at Perdido Key

(850) 492-1897

wolfbaylodge.com

PHOTOGRAPHY

Alley Kat Photography

(850) 208-1384

alleykatphotography.net

Sun Shots

(251) 968-2119

sun-shots.com

Vacation Beach Portraits

(251) 980-6657

vacationbeachportraits.com

LICENSE

Apply for your marriage license

at any county clerk’s office at

escambiaclerk.com

baldwincountyal.gov

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ART

Artworks Studio and Gallery

13700 Perdido Key Dr

Pensacola, FL 32507

Coastal Art Center

of Orange Beach

26389 Canal Rd

Orange Beach, AL 36561

Perdido Artist Gallery & Gifts

5660 Segura Avenue

Pensacola, FL 32507

Quayside Art Gallery

17 E. Zarragoza St

Pensacola, FL 32502

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GET HOOKED OR HITCHED AT ZEKE’S!

251.981.4000 | www.zekeslanding.com

Zeke’s Marina is the perfect place for your next saltwater fishing adventure.

Zeke’s has the largest charter fleet on the Gulf of Mexico and has many options

for every angler at every level of experience. Our family-friendly charter

office will help you find the right boat and captain to meet your needs.

The Port is a newly renovated event venue and is a perfect setting for any

occasion! Almost completely surrounded by water, we have stunning views of

Cotton Bayou and our marina. The space can accommodate up to 300 people.

There is an enclosed porch area with retractable doors as well as an open deck.

26619 PERDIDO BEACH BOULEVARD , ORANGE BEACH, ALABAMA 36561

Get your Coastal vibe going!

Stop in to visit, enjoy and

purchased Local art.

McDonalds *

Over 50 Artist Represented!

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HISTORY

FORTS & MUSEUMS

After the Revolutionary War and the War of 1812, the United States decided to build forts at all major

harbors. When Florida was added to the U.S. in 1821, Pensacola’s location on the Gulf of Mexico made it

a prime selection for a navy yard. Four forts were built to protect that yard: Fort Pickens on Santa Rosa

Island, Fort McRee on Foster’s Bank, Fort Barrancas and Fort Advanced Redoubt on the mainland.

FORT PICKENS

Facing Pensacola Bay, Fort Pickens still stands today, commemorating the significant history that happened within. Named after the

Revolutionary War hero, Andrew Pickens, Fort Pickens was one of the few forts in the South the Confederates did not capture.

It also held Apache prisoners, including the infamous Geronimo, who was imprisoned here for a year in 1886. Fort Pickens

remained a strong military outpost along Pensacola Bay until 1947 when it was decommissioned. Today, it is part of the National Parks

System, and park rangers give free daily tours at 2 P.M. The Fort Pickens campground is open year-round, with special events planned

for each month. Call 850-934-2635 for more information.

ADVANCED REDOUBT

Hike through a short, scenic trench

trail that connects Fort Barrancas

to the Advanced Redoubt. The

Redoubt was constructed to work in

conjunction with Fort Barrancas to defend

the tip of the Pensacola peninsula and

Pensacola Navy Yard from attack by land.

Call 850-455-5167 for more information.

FORT BARRANCAS

Located on a bluff with stunning view

of Pensacola Bay is Fort Barrancas

where it eyes its one-time rival, Fort

Pickens, across the water. It is conveniently

located only a half mile from the National

Naval Aviation Museum. The Spanish,

who provided the name meaning “bluff”

were involved in the construction as

early as 1763. Today the fort is part of

the National Parks System and includes

trails where Civil War Confederates once

walked, a visitor center, picnic tables and

special events such as lantern tours. Call

850-455-5157 for more information.

FORT MCREE

Make a boating trip to Fort

McRee, one of the most

beautiful spots overlooking

the sparkling Gulf of Mexico, and

explore the fort’s ruins. At the eastern

end of Perdido Key is an area once

known as Foster’s Bank, used by the

U.S. Army to defend Pensacola Bay.

During the Civil War in November

1861, the fort was heavily damaged in

a massive artillery battle between the

Confederate forces, from McRee and

Barrancas, and Union Forces, from

Pickens and the ships Niagara and

Richmond. Some ruins remain, and

you can hike to the top of Fort McRee

for a breathtaking view of the island.

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DAILY ADMISSION

Adults: $7.00

12 & Under, 65+, and Military: $4.00

HOURS OF OPERATION

10:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m. Daily

Last climber admitted to the tower at 5:15 p.m.

CONTACT

(850) 393-1561

2081 Radford Blvd

Pensacola, FL 32508

www.pensacolalighthouse.org

Security Gate Procedure

The Pensacola Lighthouse and Museum sits on Naval Air Station Pensacola,

which is an active military base. All visitors must enter through a security

checkpoint. At high traffic times, lines may form at the checkpoints

which can delay entrance. Please take the potential delay into account

if you have reservations for a tour or other scheduled event.

When approaching the security checkpoints, please be prepared to present

the guard with proper identification for yourself as well as any other

passengers who are 18 or older (a valid driver’s license will work).

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MILITARY

IN PERDIDO!

Here in Perdido- we LOVE our military! During the

entire month of May, we show our appreciation to

those who serve our country, our community and

our businesses each and every day.

SALUTE MILITARY

APPRECIATION

FESTIVAL

Third Saturday in May

Star, Spangled Salute

Free event for

Military Members

and their families

ROSAMOND

JOHNSON

DAY

First

Saturday

in May

RED, WHITE &

BIRDIES SPRING

CLASSIC GOLF

TOURNAMENT

benefitting a

Star, Spangled Salute

May 30, 2020

NAVAL AIR STATION (NAS)

PENSACOLA, KNOWN AS “THE CRADLE

OF NAVAL AVIATION,” BECAME

THE FIRST U.S. NAVAL AIR STATION

IN 1914. TODAY, APPROXIMATELY

60,000 CRYPTOLOGY AND AVIATION

STUDENTS ATTEND TRAINING

ANNUALLY AT NAS PENSACOLA AND

THE INSTALLATION IS HOME TO OVER

120 TENANT COMMANDS

INCLUDING THE WORLD

FAMOUS BLUE ANGELS.

THE SUPPORT FROM

THE LOCAL COMMUNITY IN

WELCOMING SERVICE MEMBERS

FROM ALL BRANCHES OF THE

MILITARY AND INTERNATIONAL

STUDENTS IS VITAL TO SUSTAINING

THE READINESS OF OUR MILITARY.

NAS PENSACOLA IS PROUD TO BE

AN ACTIVE PARTNER WITH OUR

LOCAL COMMUNITIES.”

-Jason Bortz, Public Affairs Officer

Naval Air Station Pensacola

NATIONAL NAVAL

AVIATION MUSEUM

Share the excitement of Naval Aviation’s rich history

and see more than 150 beautifully restored aircrafts

representingour military aviation. These historic and

one-of-a- kind aircrafts are displayed both inside

the Museum’s nearly 350,000 square feet of exhibit

space and outside on its 37-acre grounds. There’s so

much to see and do, you’ll want to stay all day!

PHOTO BY AL FOWLER

WREATHS

ACROSS

AMERICA

Barrancas

National

Cemetery

NAS Pensacola

December 2020

DAILY ADMISSION: FREE

HOURS OF OPERATION

Open Daily 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year’s

CONTACT

800-327-5002

1750 Radford Blvd., Suite C

Naval Air Station Pensacola, FL 32508

www.navalaviationmuseum.org

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#1 ATTRACTION ON THE GULF COAST

• Free Museum Admission

• More than I50 beautifully restored aircraft

• Soar in Blue Angels 4D Experience

• Thrilling flight simulators

• Laser powered Giant Screen Digital Theater

• Authentic Cubi Bar Café

• Hangar Bay One with expanded Apollo

Space exhibit, Marine One helicopter,

F/A-18 Hornet & Women in Naval Aviation

exhibit

• Flight Deck Gift Store

• New Apollo 11 Virtual Reality Attraction

OPEN 9–5 DAILY ON NAVAL AIR STATION PENSACOLA • FREE MUSEUM ADMISSION

NavalAviationMuseum.org • 850-452-3604 • 800-327-5002 • 1750 Radford Blvd. • Naval Air Station Pensacola, FL 32508 •

INSPIRING YOUTH THROUGH AVIATION

• 3-day and 6-day overnight programs available for up to 216 students

• Immersive, theme park-like thrills and aviation-themed networked simulators

• Programs mapped to appropriate state and national math and science standards

• New Virtual Reality Lab with focus on Technical and Flight Operations

• Located adjacent to the National Naval Aviation Museum and home of the world-famous

U.S. Blue Angels

877-552-3632 | | NationalFlightAcademy.com | 1 Fetterman Way, NAS Pensacola, FL 32508

The National Flight Academy, a program of the Naval Aviation Museum Foundation Inc., is authorized, but not endorsed or funded by the US Navy or US Government.


THINGS TO-DO

NO NEED TO WAIT FOR SUMMER

WHEN THERE’S SO MUCH TO DO ON

PERDIDO KEY ALL YEAR LONG!

January

Reelin in the New Year at the Wharf

Flora-Bama Polar Dip

NIRSA Flag Football

Snowbird Fly-IN at NAS Pensacola

Flora-Bama Welcome Wednesdays

Flora-Bama Snowbird & Locals Potluck

Snowbird Hootenanny: New Year, New Boots

February

Pirates of Lost Treasure Flotilla

Annual Alabama Lifestyles EXPO

Mardi-Gras Parades (Orange Beach & Pensacola)

Flora-Bama Welcome Wednesdays

Flora-Bama Snowbird & Locals Potluck

Pensacola Double Bridge Run

Subway High School All-Stars Soccer

Pensacon

28th Orange Beach Seafood Festival & Car Show

Snowbird Hootenanny: Sweetheart Saloon

March

Easter Bunny at the Wharf

Emerald Coast Grand Prix

St. Pawty’s Day at OWA

Flora-Bama Beach Run/Walk for America’s Warriors

Cox Diamond Invitational/NCAA Baseball

JUCO Tennis

Subway High School All-Stars Basketball

NAIA Tennis

Bayou Hills Run

45th Annual Festival of Art

2020 Wharf Boat and Yacht Show

The Original German Sausage in Festival Elberta, AL

The Original Snowbird Hootenanny

April

Kiwanis “Take Stock in Children” Golf Tournament

Flora-Bama Mullet Man Triathalon

Mullet Swing Golf Tournament

Interstate Mullet Toss & Gulf Coast’s

Greatest Beach Party

Bud Light/Arc Gateway Charity Challenge

2020 Waterway Village Zydeco &

Crawfish Festival & 5K Run in Pensacola, FL

Fiesta of Five Flags

Perdido Chamber Annual Luau

May

Annual Cattails Mixed Doubles Tennis Event

Rosamond Johnson Day

Lionfish Removal and Awareness Day

Star, Spangled Salute, Military Appreciation Festival

Red, White & Birides: Spring Classic

Bud Light/Arc Gateway Charity Challenge

Pro Watercross Tour

Senior Scholar Athletes Awards Banquet

Pensacola Crawfish Festival

National Collegiate Beach Volleyball Championship

The Hangout Music Festival 2020

2020 NAIA Outdoor Track &

Field National Championship

Star, Spangled Salute: military Appreciation Festival

Red, White & Birdies Spring Classic

June

Flora-Bama Fishing Rodeo

Summer Reading Programs with

Southwest Branch Library

Subway High School All-Stars Baseball/Softball

Bud Light Fishing Rodeo

Racket Round-Up

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July

Flora-Bama All American BBQ Party

The Shark Adventure Run

Pro Watercross Tour

Senior Scholar Athletes Awards Banquet

Ronald McDonald House Firecracker 5K

2020 Blue Marlin Grand Championship of the Gulf

August

Miss Flora-Bama Bikini Contest

Kick-Start Soccer

September

Bulls on the Beach

Simon Says 5K Run

GTs Annual End of Summer Celebration

International Coastal Cleanup Day

Luna’s Annual Oktoberfest

Pensacola Seafood Festival

Big Lagoon Concert Series

2020 Brett Robinson Alabama Coastal Triathlon

The Wharf Uncorked Food & Wine Festival

November

Frank Brown International Songwriters Festival

Sunset Grille Annual Dog Walk/Run

Flora-Bama Thanksgiving Potluck

Small Business Saturday

Perdido Chamber Annual Meeting & Awards

Pensacola Marathon

Subway High School All-Stars Volleyball

Pensacola Foo Foo Festival

Blue Angel Homecoming Air Show

Great Gulf Coast Arts Festival

11th Annual Oyster Cook Off

2020 World Food Championships

Perdido Shop Hop

December

Ice Skating Rink at The Wharf

Perdido #ShopLocal Poker Run

Flora-Bama Santa Drop

Happy Howliday Kids & Pet Parade

Perdido Chamber Annual Holiday Party

Wreaths Across America at Barrancas

National Cemetery

Flora-Bama Christmas Potluck

Make-it to the Line- Fun Run

Flora-Bama New Year’s Eve Bash

Subway High School All-Stars Football

Perdido Shop Hop

October

The Park After Dark

Town of Terror: Circus Assylum

Paws in the Park at Big Lagoon

Flora-Bama Oktoberfest

Annual Gulf Coast Multi-Chamber Social

Annual Pursue Your Passion Conference

Perdido Sports Bar Annual Tailgate on the Key

Various Commuity Trunk or Treat Events

Songwriters at Sunset

Halloween Costume Contest at the Flora-Bama

Bud Light Charity Challenge Tennis

Big Lagoon Concert Series

8th Annual Shrimp Festival in Gulf Shores, AL

The Original German Sausage Festival in Elberta, AL

= PERDIDO KEY CHAMBER OF

COMMERCE SIGNATURE EVENTS

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THINGS TO DO FOR

THE VACATION BUDGET TO ENJOY PERDIDO KEY IS NOT THAT MUCH, WHERE

THERE ARE LOTS OF FREE AND LOW-COST THINGS TO DO ALL YEAR ROUND.

Explore the NATIONAL NAVAL AVIATION

1 MUSEUM, where several aircrafts are on

display. Admission and tours are free—

and there is a possibility that the tour

guide might even be a former pilot who

flew one of the aircrafts on display.

SHERMAN FIELD is home of the

2 BLUE ANGELS and they practice on

Tuesdays and Wednesdays, if the weather

is good. They hold free autograph sessions

at the museum many Wednesdays.

While you’re at NAS, do not forget

3 to visit FORT BARRANCAS, located

on a bluff overlooking Pensacola

Bay. In 1763, The British used dirt and

logs to build the original fort, only

to be outdone by the Spanish, who

built two forts at the site in 1797.

Don’t miss the NATIVE PATHS

4 CULTURAL HERITAGE MUSEUM,

with Native American art and artifacts.

At the museum, members of the Perdido

Bay Tribe of the Southeastern Lower

Muscogee Creek Indians also lead fun

and interactive educational programs.

403-GALLON PIRATE SHIP FISH

5 TANK “as seen on TV,” constructed by

TANKED and aired on the Animal Planet

channel. Located in the Visitors Information

Center open 7 days till 4:30 each day.

Climb the Lagoon observation tower

6 and be a captain the giant pirate’s ship

or walk the plank at PERDIDO KIDS PARK.

Attend story time at SOUTHWEST

7 BRANCH LIBRARY.

Walk the family-friendly JOHNSON

8 BEACH DISCOVERY TRAIL,

which is half-mile stroll each way.

Hike along the elevated walkway at

11 the GARCON BAYOU NATURE PARK,

on the road to Perdido Bay Golf Club

Catch a BLUE ANGELS AIR SHOW

12

Enjoy the excitement of an amateur

13 ball game as kids play football, softball,

baseball and soccer at the SOUTHWEST

ESCAMBIA SPORTS COMPLEX.

Bring your GEOCACHING

14 GUIDE or use your smart phone

to check in at the PERDIDO KEY

VISITORS CENTER cache spot.

Go SURF FISHING

15 right from the shore.

After a thunderstorm, head to

16 JOHNSON BEACH.

It’s a great time for sea shelling!

Explore TARKILN BAYOU STATE PARK

17 and while you’re there, check out the

carnivorous pitcher plants that eat insects.

Visit the WILDLIFE SANCTUARY

18 OF NORTHWEST FLORIDA, which

cares for orphaned and injured animals.

Open for visitors and volunteers!

Go snorkeling for sand dollars

19 at JOHNSON BEACH. Explore

FORT MCREE which only accessible by

walking or by boat and imagine how

big the seas must have been to wipe

out a fort built of 15 million bricks.

Learn about nature, up-close and

9 personal, with the ranger-led programs

at GULF ISLANDS NATIONAL SEASHORE.

Be a volunteer and be a sea turtle patrol

with the National Park Service in the fall

and help protect the endangered babies.

Pick up a trail guide direct at the

10 ranger station and spot rare birds

on the Great Florida birding and Wildlife

Trail in BIG LAGOON STATE PARK.

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2020 ANNUAL

Thinking about heading to Perdido?

Perdido Key is perfect whether visiting for a weekend

or deciding to make it a permanent home.

Our trusted members offer a variety of services to meet your needs.

ACCOUNTING SERVICES..........................................96

AIRCRAFT SALES & INSTRUCTION........................96

ARCHITECTS & CONSTRUCTION............................96

ART...............................................................................96

ATTORNEYS................................................................96

ATTRACTIONS............................................................96

AUTO MAINTENANCE...............................................97

BEACH SERVICES......................................................97

BEAUTY & SPAS.........................................................97

BEVERAGE DISTRIBUTION......................................97

CASUAL DINING.........................................................98

CATERING SERVICES................................................98

CLEANING SERVICES................................................99

CLUBS..........................................................................99

COFFEEHOUSE..........................................................99

COMMERCIAL & RESIDENTIAL SERVICES ...........99

COMMUNITY SERVICES & INFORMATION............99

CONSULTING..............................................................99

CULTURE & ENTERTAINMENT.................................99

DENTISTRY.................................................................99

EDUCATION..............................................................100

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS.............................................100

FAST-CASUAL DINING............................................100

FINANCIAL PLANNING...........................................100

FINE DINING.............................................................100

FIREARMS.................................................................100

FISHING.....................................................................100

FITNESS CENTERS.............................................101

FLORIST................................................................101

FOOD DELIVERY SERVICES.............................101

FRESH SEAFOOD................................................101

FURNITURE SALES.............................................101

GOLF.....................................................................101

GOVERNMENT.....................................................101

GROCERIES..........................................................101

HOME BUILDERS.................................................101

HOME OWNER/CONDO ASSOCIATIONS........101

HOME REPAIR & MAINTENANCE....................102

HOTELS................................................................102

HUMAN RESOURCES.........................................102

INSURANCE........................................................102

INTERIOR/EXTERIOR DESIGN........................102

LOANS/BANKS...................................................103

LOCKSMITH.........................................................103

LONG TERM RENTALS......................................103

MAILING/SHIPPING...........................................103

MANUFACTURING.............................................103

MARINAS & MAINTENANCE............................103

MEDIA/DESIGN..................................................104

MEDICAL CENTERS/DOCTORS.......................104

MUSEUMS & TOURS...........................................104

NON-PROFIT.......................................................104

PARKS/NATURE.................................................104

PEST CONTROL..................................................105

PET SERVICES.................................................. 105

PHOTOGRAPHY................................................ 105

PRINTING SERVICES....................................... 105

PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS.............. 105

PROMOTIONAL & ADVERTISING.................. 106

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT............................ 106

PUBLIC UTILITIES............................................ 106

PUBLICATIONS................................................. 106

PUBS/BARS...................................................... 106

REAL ESTATE INSPECTIONS......................... 106

REAL ESTATE SALES....................................... 106

RELIGIOUS ORGANIZATIONS........................107

SENIOR CARE & HEALTH CARE.....................107

SHOPPING & RETAIL....................................... 107

SOUVENIRS....................................................... 108

SPECIALTY HEALTH CARE............................. 108

SPORTS.............................................................. 108

STAFFING.......................................................... 108

STORAGE........................................................... 108

TECH SERVICES............................................... 108

TELECOMMUNICATIONS SUPPLIER............. 109

TITLE COMPANY.............................................. 109

TRANSPORTATION.......................................... 109

VACATION RENTALS....................................... 109

VACATION TRAVEL PLANNERS..................... 110

VETERINARY..................................................... 110

WATER RECREATION....................................... 110

WEDDINGS......................................................... 110

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ACCOUNTING SERVICES

Accounting Plus, Inc

(850) 291-7607

362 Riola Place

Pensacola, FL 32506

www.accountingplusservices.com

Baniakas & Associates

(850) 433-5645

120 S. Alcaniz St.

Pensacola, FL 32502

www.flacpas.com

Grant, Sanders & Taylor, P.C.

(251) 980-2727

24697 Canal Road

Orange Beach, AL 36561

www.grantsanderstaylor.com

Jackson & Smith CPA Group, PC

(251) 979-8878

25054 Canal Road

Orange Beach, AL 36561

www.jacksonsmithcpa.com

AIRCRAFT SALES

& INSTRUCTION

MagniFlight, LLC

(573) 275-4441

6585 Carlinga

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.gulfcoastmagnigyro.com

ARCHITECTS &

CONSTRUCTION

Containers, Inc.

(850) 471-2964

PO Box 6115

Pensacola, FL 32503

www.containersinc.com

DBP Electrical Consulting LLC

(970) 203-4517

13430 Gulf Beach Hwy Unit #5

Pensacola, Florida 32507

www.costclass.com

John M. Senkarik & Associates

(850) 434-5551

1156 Naples Drive

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.senkarik-architect.com

Johnson Construction

of Pensacola Inc.

(850) 457-6737

6310 W. Fairfield Drive

Pensacola, FL 32506

www.johnsonconstruction.pro

ART

Artworks Studio &

Gallery at Villagio

(850) 261-9617

SEE AD

PG 79

13700 Perdido Key Dr. #123

At Villagio Town Centre

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.artworksonperdidokey.com

Hot Sands Glass

(850) 492-7690

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.hotsandsglass.com

Perdido Artist Gallery & Gifts

SEE AD

(850) 332-6221

PG 87

5660 Segura Avenue

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.facebook.com/Perdido-Artist-

Gallery-Gifts-300150023962837

Quayside Art Gallery

(850) 438-2363

17 E. Zarragoza Street

Pensacola, FL 32502

www.quaysidegallery.com

ATTORNEYS

Beggs & Lane, RLLP

(850) 469-3325

501 Commendencia St

Pensacola, FL 32502

www.beggslane.com

E. Allan Tiller, PLLC

(713) 337-3774

712 Main St., Suite 1100

Houston, TX 77002

www.tillertaxlaw.com

SEE AD

PG 112

Emmanuel, Sheppard

& Condon, P.A.

(850) 433-6581

30 S. Spring St.

Pensacola, FL 32502

www.esclaw.com

Liberis Law Firm

(850) 438-9647

13700 Perdido Key Drive

Suite 223

Perdido Key, FL 32507

www.liberislaw.com

Wilson, Harrell, Farrington, Ford,

Wilson, Spain & Parsons

(850) 497-1399

14758 Perdido Key Dr.

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.wilsonharrell-law.com

ATTRACTIONS

Adventure Island

(251) 974-1500

24559 Perdido Beach Blvd.

Orange Beach, AL 36561

www.adventure-island.com

Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo

(251) 968-5731

SEE AD

1204 Gulf Shores Pkwy. PG 76

Gulf Shores, AL 36542

www.alabamagulfcoastzoo.org

Fast Eddies Fun Center

(850) 433-7735

505 W. Michigan Avenue

Pensacola, FL 32505

www.fasteddiesfuncenter.com

Flora-Bama Lounge

Package & Oyster Bar

(850) 492-0611

17401 Perdido Key Drive

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.florabama.com

SEE AD

PG 31

SEE AD

PG 15

SEE AD

PG 66

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Good Time Tours Inc.

(850) 476-0046

455 Corday Street

Pensacola, FL 32503

www.goodtimetours.com

OWA

(251) 923-2111

10113 Foley Beach Express

Foley, AL 36535

www.visitowa.com

Pensacola Blue Wahoos

(850) 934-8444

351 W. Cedar Street

Pensacola, FL 32502

www.bluewahoos.com

Pensacola Greyhound

Track & Poker Room

(850) 455-8595

SEE AD

PG 38

951 Dog Track Road

Pensacola, FL 32506

www.pensacolagreyhoundtrack.com

Pensacola Lighthouse & Museum

(850) 393-1561

2081 Radford Blvd.

Pensacola, FL 32508

www.pensacolalighthouse.org

Pirate’s Island Adventure Golf

(251) 968-4653

3201 Gulf Shores Pkwy,

Gulf Shores, AL 36542

www.piratesislandgolf.com

The Track

(251) 270-0209

3200 Gulf Shores Parkway

Gulf Shores, AL 36542

www.gulfshorestrack.com

The Wharf

(251) 224-1000

23101 Canal Rd

Orange Beach, AL 36561

www.alwharf.com

Waterville USA

(251) 948-2106

906 Gulf Shores Pkwy,

Gulf Shores, AL 36542

www.watervilleusa.com

AUTO MAINTENANCE

Blue Angel Tire & Automotive, Inc.

(850) 457-1333

1431 S Blue Angel Pkwy.

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.blueangeltire.com

Evans Automotive

Service Center, Inc.

SEE AD

(850) 455-7374 PG 34

11225 Lillian Highway

Pensacola, FL 32506

www.evansautopensacola.com

BAIT & TACKLE

GoFishRedFish Bait and Tackle

(251) 402-5727

13506 Perdido Key Dr.

Perdido Key, FL 32507

www.gofishredfish.com

BEACH SERVICES

Perdido Beach Services

(251) 981-4807

25328 Canal Road

Orange Beach, AL 36561

www.perdidobeachservice.com

BEAUTY & SPAS

Bodyworks of Perdido Key

(850) 356-6311

12385 Sorrento Rd.

Suite D1

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.bodyworksofperdido.com

Mind Body & Soul Medical, Inc.

(850) 466-2766

12385 Sorrento Rd.

Suite A-4

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.mindbodysoulmedical.com

Paradise Nails

(850) 492-7966

13118 Sorrento Road

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.facebook.com/Paradise-

NAILS-481118048685109/

Tropical Nail Spa

(850) 741-4515

13700 Perdido Key #145

Perdido Key, FL 32507

www.tropicalnailperdido.com

Toni Chance at New Attitudes

(228) 860-6472

13700 Perdido Key Drive

Suite 221 B

Pensacola, FL 32507

BEVERAGE DISTRIBUTION

The Lewis Bear Company

(850) 434-8612

6120 Enterprise Dr.

Pensacola, FL 32505

www.lewisbearcompany.com

CASUAL DINING

Butch’s Bistro & BBQ

(850) 492-0007

13118 Sorrento Rd.

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.butchsbistro.com

Cactus Cantina - Gulf Shores

(251) 943-8115

3849 Gulf Shores Pkwy

Suite 1 & 2

Gulf Shores, AL 36542

www.mycactuscantina.com

Cactus Cantina-

Downtown Pensacola

(850) 741-3296

22 S Palafox St.

Pensacola, FL 32502

www.mycactuscantina.com

Cactus Cantina- Orange Beach

Canal Road

(251) 974-0060

25908 Canal Road

Suite A

Orange Beach, AL 36561

www.mycactuscantina.com

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Cactus Cantina- Orange Beach

Perdido Beach Blvd.

(251) 981-4628

25311 Perdido Beach Blvd.

Orange Beach, AL 36561

www.mycactuscantina.com

Cactus Cantina- Pensacola

(850) 912-8565

5121 N 12th Ave

Pensacola, AL 32504

www.mycactuscantina.com

Cobalt, The Restaurant

(251) 923-5300

28099 Perdido Beach Blvd.

Orange Beach, AL 36561

www.cobaltrestaurant.net

Cosmo’s Restaurant & Bar SEE AD

(251) 948-9663

PG 39

25753 Canal Road

Orange Beach, AL 36561

www.cosmosrestaurantandbar.com

Crab Trap

(850) 492-8888

16495 Perdido Key Dr.

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.crabtrapdestin.com/

perdido-key

Fish House

(850) 470-0003

600 South Barracks Street

Pensacola, FL 32502

www.fishhousepensacola.com

Fishers Restaurant & Playa

(251) 981-7305

27075 Marina Road

Orange Beach, Al 36561

www.fishersobm.com

Flippers Restaurant

(251) 981-3547

5749 Bay La Launch

Orange Beach, AL 36561

www.flippersrestaurant.com

Flora-Bama Ole River Grill

(850) 483-6262

SEE AD

17400 Perdido Key Drive PG 66

Perdido Key, FL 32507

www.florabamaolerivergrill.com

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SEE AD

PG 39

Flora-Bama Yacht Club

(850) 525-4460

SEE AD

17350 Perdido Key Drive INFC

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.florabamayachtclub.com

GTs On The Bay

(251) 980-8400

26189 Canal Rd

Orange Beach, AL 36561

www.gtsonthebay.com

Holiday Harbor

Marina & Sunset Grille

(850) 492-1063 SEE AD

14050 Canal A Way PG 112

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.myholidayharbor.com

Hub Stacey’s at the Point

(850) 497-0071

5851 Galvez Road

Perdido Key, FL 32507

www.hubstaceys.com

Islander Food Shack

(850) 378-8202

13818 Perdido Key Dr.

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.islanderfoodshack.com

Jellyfish Restaurant

(850) 332-6532

13700 Perdido Key Drive, #207A

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.thejellyfishbar.com

Lillian’s Pan Pizza

(850) 492-0131

14514 Perdido Key Dr.

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.lillianspizza.com

LuLu’s

(251) 967-5858

200 East 25th Street

Gulf Shores, AL 36542

www.lulubuffett.com

SEE AD

PG 39

SEE AD

PG 35

Luna’s Eat & Drink SEE AD

(251) 980-5862 PG 39

25689 Canal Road

Orange Beach, AL 36561

www.lunaseatanddrink.com

SEE AD

PG 29

McGuire’s Irish Pub

(850) 433-2849

600 E Gregory St.

Pensacola, FL 32501

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Original Point Restaurant, The

(850) 492-3577

14340 Innerarity Point Rd.

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.thepointperdido.com

Purple Parrot Tiki Bar & Grill

(850) 466-3805

13555 Perdido Key Drive

Perdido Key, FL 32507

Safari Club Restaurant

(251) 256-7007

SEE AD

20499 Oak Rd E

PG 76

Gulf Shores, AL 36542

www.safariclubgulfshores.com

Shrimp Basket

(850) 492-1970

14600 Perdido Key Dr,

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.shrimpbasket.com

Tacky Jack’s Orange Beach

(251) 981-4144

27206 Safe Harbor Drive

Orange Beach, AL 36561

www.tackyjacks.com

Wolf Bay at Perdido Key

(850) 492-1897

12700 Gulf Beach Hwy

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.wolfbaylodge.com

CATERING SERVICES

Island Epicurean Food Co.

(251) 223-6989

13700 Perdido Key Drive

Building C, Suite 140

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.islandepicurean.com

SEE AD

PG 69

SEE AD

PG 16


Sally’s Island Catering

(850) 554-2956

Pensacola, FL 32507

CLEANING SERVICES

Olga Matherne Cleaning Service

(850) 554-0726

Pensacola, FL 32507

SERVPRO of West Pensacola

(850) 469-1160

SEE AD

1101 S. Fairfield Drive

PG 34

Pensacola, FL 32506

www.servprowestpensacola.com

CLUBS

American Legion Post 240

(850) 455-6111

8666 Gulf Beach Hwy.

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.americanlegion240.org

Friends of Pensacola State Parks

(850) 492-1595

12301 Gulf Beach Highway

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.friendsofbiglagoon.org

Kiwanis Club of Big Lagoon

(850) 454-2043

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.biglagookiwanis.portalbuzz.

com

Perdido Key Rotary Club

(850) 497-9040

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.perdidokeyrotary.org

Pirates of Lost Treasure

(850) 426-9242

13430 Gulf Beach Hwy Pmb 76

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.pensacolamardigras.com/

krewe/pirates-of-lost-treasure

Powerful Women of the Gulf Coast

(850) 529-0908

PO Box 1125

Pensacola, FL 32591

www.powerfulwomengulfcoast.com

COFFEEHOUSE

Bad Ass Coffee Co.

(850) 497-0202

13430 Gulf Beach Hwy

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.badasscoffee.com

Bodacious Olive/Bodacious Brew

(850) 433-6505

407 ‘’D’’ S Palafox Street

Pensacola, FL 32502

www.bodaciousolive.com

BuzzCatz Coffee & Sweets SEE AD

(251) 980-2899

PG 39

25689 Canal Road

Orange Beach, AL 36561

www.buzzcatzcoffeeandsweets.com

COMMERCIAL &

RESIDENTIAL SERVICES

AM-PRES Corporation

(808) 349-5560

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.am-pres.com

Bayside Services

(334) 580-0854

SEE AD

4851 Tiger Brown Ave PG 48

Orange Beach, AL 36561

www.baysideconciergeservices.com

COMMUNITY SERVICES

& INFORMATION

Escambia County Sheriff’s Office

(850) 436-9630

1700 W. Leonard St.

Pensacola, FL 32501

www.escambiaso.com

CONSULTING

Calluna Group, LLC

(407) 408-0233

502 Batten Blvd

Pensacola, FL 32507

SCORE Florida Panhandle Chapter

Perdido Key, FL 32507

www.score.org

Slaydon Consultants

225-771-9438

SEE AD

PG 41

CULTURE &

ENTERTAINMENT

Beachbilly Lifestyle

(850) 723-7627

Pensacola, FL 32506

www.beachbillylifestyle.com

Frank Brown International

Songwriters’ Festival SEE AD

(850) 492-7664

PG 69

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.frankbrownsongwriters.com

Perdido Bay Tribe, Inc.

(850) 485-2444

3300 Beloved Path

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.facebook.com/perdidobaytribe

Reno’s Reptiles

(850) 393-3004

7000 Community Drive

Pensacola, FL 32526

www.renosreptiles.com

Sandy Roots Records

(251) 284-2443

14038 Waterview Dr

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.sandyrootsrecords.com

DENTISTRY

Doc of the Bay Dentistry

(251) 981-2273

25771 Canal Rd.

Orange Beach, AL 36561

www.docofthebay.com

Dr. Edwards Family Dentistry

(251) 500-1025

105 W. 14th ave

Gulf Shores, AL 36542

www.drpamelaedwardsdentistry.

com

Orange Beach Family Dentistry

(251) 321-7575

SEE AD

25299 Canal Rd Suite A5

PG 31

Orange Beach, AL 36561

www.orangebeachfamilydentistry.com

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EDUCATION

Columbia Southern University

(251) 981-3771

21982 University Lane

Orange Beach, AL 36561

www.columbiasouthern.edu

Pensacola State College

(850) 484-1428

1000 College Boulevard

Pensacola, FL 32504

www.pensacolastate.edu

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

AE Insurance LLC

DBA American Exchange LLC

(423) 424-0586

246 E 11th St.

Suite 202

Chattanooga, TN 37402

www.americanexchange.com

Masters of Networking

(504) 559-5201

5450 New Abbey Ln

Milton, FL 32583

www.mastersofnetworking.com

Southeast Benefits Group

(321) 427-5573

www.perdidohealth.com

FAST-CASUAL DINING

Burger King

(850) 610-6571

13392 Perdido Key Drive

pensacola, FL 32507

www.bk.com

Dog-On-It

(850) 266-5131

12301 Gulf Beach Hwy

(Inside Big Lagoon State Park)

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.BigLagoonStatePark.com

FINANCIAL PLANNING

Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc.

(850) 438-9118

125 W. Romana St., Suite 610

Pensacola, FL 32502

www.ameripriseadvisors.com/

timothy.b.mclarty

Edward Jones Investments

(850) 492-5411

12385 Sorrento Road, Suite. D2

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.edwardjones.com

FINE DINING

Big Fish Restaurant

(251) 981-5516

25814 Canal Rd.

Orange Beach, AL 36561

www.bigfishrestaurantbar.com

Grand Lagoon Yacht Club

(850) 607-7569

10653 Gulf Beach Highway

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.grandlagoonyachtclub.com

Louisiana Lagniappe

(251) 981-2258

27267 Perdido Beach Blvd., Ste. 201

Orange Beach, AL 36561

www.thelouisianalagniappe.com

Perdido Key Oyster

Bar Restaurant & Marina

(850) 492-5600

13700 River Road

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.oysterbar31.com

FIREARMS

Jim’s Firearms of Florida LLC

(850) 912-6998

10437 Sorrento Road, Unit 200

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.jimsfirearms.net

FISHING

All Jack’D Up Charters

(850) 384-9059

5851 Galvez Road

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.alljackdupcharters.com

SEE AD

PG 16

Aqua Venture Charter

Boat Emerald Coast

(850) 492-0003

10121 Sinton Dr

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.aquaventurecharters.com

Entertainer Charters, LLC

(850) 934-1613

13506 Perdido Key Dr

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.entertainercharter.com

Fishbones Charter Fishing

(251) 504-8976

9478 Bayview Dr.

Lillian, AL 36549

www.fishbonescharterfishing.com

Flora-Bama Marina & Fishing

(251) 980-5222

29603 Perdido Beach Boulevard

Orange Beach, AL 36561

www.fishflorabama.com

Hooked Up Inshore Charters

(251) 752-8009

1971 Merlin Road

Pensacola, FL 32506

www.clarkfishaholic.com

Intercoastal Safaris

(850) 375-2223

17292 Perdido Key Dr

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.intercoastalsafaris.com

SEE AD

PG 38

SEE AD

PG 65

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Reel Surprise Charters

(251) 981-7173

SanRoc Cay Marina

27267 Perdido Beach Blvd.

Orange Beach, AL 36561

www.reelsurprisecharters.com

Zeke’s Landing Marina

(251) 981-4044

26619 Perdido Beach Blvd.

Orange Beach, AL 36561

www.zekeslanding.com

FITNESS CENTERS

Anytime Fitness

(850) 435-4300

9075 W. Hwy. 98

Pensacola, FL 32506

www.anytimefitness.com

BeachLIFE Fitness LLC

(509) 220-6066

13700 Perdido Key Drive

Villagio C146

Pensacola, Fl 32507

www.beachlifefitness.com

FLORIST

A Flower Box, LLC

(251) 207-1414

7424 Coopers Landing Rd. W

Foley, AL 36535

www.aflowerbox.com

FOOD DELIVERY

SERVICES

Pizza Hut

(850) 492-0992

13609 Innerarity Point Road

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.pizzahut.com

FRESH SEAFOOD

Joe Patti’s Seafood

(850) 432-3315

524 S. ‘’B’’ Street

Pensacola, FL 32502

www.joepattis.com

Perdido Bay Seafood Inc.

(850) 912-8366

13506 Perdido Key Drive

Pensacola, FL 32507

SEE AD

PG 87

FURNITURE SALE S

Patio Freedom

(850) 456-2477

3790 W. Navy Blvd.

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.patiofreedom.com

GOLF

Lost Key Golf Club

(850) 549-2161

625 Lost Key Dr.

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.lostkeygolf.com

ONE Club Gulf Shores SEE AD

(251) 968-3234

PG 69

20050 Oak Rd East

Gulf Shores, AL 36542

www.oneclubgulfshores.com

Perdido Bay Golf Club

(850) 492-1223

1 Doug Ford Drive

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.perdidobaygolf.com

GOVERNMENT

Friends of Matt Gaetz

850-479-1183

226 S. Palafox Place

Pensacola , Florida 32502

www.mattgaetz.com

GROCERIES

Ever’Man Natural Foods

(850) 438-0402

315 W. Garden Street

Pensacola, FL 32502

www.everman.org

SEE AD

PG 71

SEE AD

PG 69

Greer’s CashSaver #6

(850) 455-2719

12255 Lillian Hwy

Pensacola, FL 32506

www.greers.com

Publix Supermarket Inc.

(850) 492-5090

13390 Perdido Key Drive

Perdido Key, FL 32507

www.publix.com

Sam’s Club

(850) 484-8313

1250 Airport Boulevard

Pensacola, FL 32504

www.samsclub.com

Wal-Mart #3484

(850) 458-5550

2951 S. Blue Angel Parkway

Pensacola, FL 32506

www.walmart.com

HOME BUILDERS

SEE AD

PG 38

Holiday Builders

(850) 529-0776

SEE AD

4900 Bayou Blvd PG 111

Pensacola, FL 32503

www.holidaybuilders.com

HOME OWNER/

CONDO ASSOCIATIONS

Mariner Owners’ Association

(850) 492-1122

16335 Perdido Key Dr.

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.marinercondo.com

SEE AD

PG 111

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Perdido Towers

Owners Association Inc.

(850) 492-4757

16785 Perdido Key Drive

Perdido Key, FL 32507

www.perdidotowersassociation.com

Seafarer Owners Association

(850) 492-0822

16401 Perdido Key Drive

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.seafarercondo.org

Windward Owners Association, Inc.

(850) 492-1877

16777 Perdido Key Drive

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.windwardcondos.org

HOME REPAIR &

MAINTENANCE

Bayfront Plumbing, Inc.

(850) 492-8200

11180 Lillian Highway

Pensacola, FL 32506

www.bayfrontplumbing.com

GNG Plumbing Inc.

(251) 974-5630

24829 Canal Road

Orange Beach, AL 36561

www.gngplumbing.com

Innerarity Ace Hardware

(850) 492-1149

13650 Innerarity Point Road

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.innerarityacehardware.com

Pensacola Glass Company

(850) 433-8348

3901 N. Palafox Street

Pensacola, FL 32505

www.pensacolaglass.com

Perdido Heating & Air

(850) 492-1971

5555 Bauer Road

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.perdidoheatingandair.com

HOTELS

Fairfield by Marriott Orange Beach

(251) 543-4444

3111 Loop Road

Orange Beach, AL 36561

www.marroitt.com/pnsob

Hilton Pensacola Beach

(850) 916-2999

12 Via de Luna

Pensacola Beach, FL 32561

www.hiltonpensacolabeach.com

Perdido Beach Resort

(251) 981-9811

SEE AD

27200 Perdido Beach Blvd. PG 72

Orange Beach, AL 36561

www.perdidobeachresort.com

Suburban Extended Stay

(850) 453-4140

3984 Barrancas Avenue

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.choicehotels.com

HUMAN RESOURCES

Avalon H.R.

(850) 475-1555

100 S. Pace Blvd.

Pensacola, FL 32502

www.avalonhr.com

INSURANCE

Acentria Insurance

(850) 497-6510

10427 Sorrento Rd., #305

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.acentria.com

All Southern Insurance, Inc.

(251) 968-2100

220 Professional Ct.

Gulf Shores, AL 36542

www.allsoutherninsurance.com

Family First Benefits

(615) 260-4549

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.familyfirstbenefits.com

Florida Blue

(850) 202-4150

1680 Airport Blvd.

Pensacola, FL 32504

www.floridablue.com

Florida Insurance Agency (Pine

Forest Road Office)

(850) 944-0554

7250 Pine Forest Rd.

Pensacola, FL 32526

www.floridainsuranceagency.net

Jackson Insurance Services &

Consulting - Steve Jackson

(870) 918-9189

Pensacola, FL 32507

New York Life Insurance

Company- Michael Campbell

(850) 377-3507

25 West Cedar St. Suite 210

Pensacola, FL 32502

www.newyorklife.com

Whitehaven Insurance

Services, LLC

(251) 967-3323

2201 Oyster Bay Ln.

Post Box 378

Gulf Shores, AL 36542

www.whitehaveninsurance.com

Zarahn Insurance Agency Inc.

(850) 438-9169

229 Beverly Pkwy.

Pensacola, FL 32505

www.eddiezarahnagency.com

INTERIOR/

EXTERIOR DESIGN

Alabama Glass Works, Inc.

(251) 974-5778

22636 Canal Rd.

Orange Beach, AL 36561

www.alabamaglassworks.net

Delena Denham Interiors

(850) 240-2097

Pensacola, FL 32506

www.delenadenhaminteriors.com

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Kelly Parrett Design

(850) 232-0520

www.pensacolainteriors.com

Malouf Furniture Co.

(251) 955-5151

7745 Highway 59 S

Foley, AL 36535

www.malouffurniture.com

Mostly Mattresses

(251) 981-2959

25470 Canal Road

Orange Beach, AL 36561

www.mostlymattressesofal.com

Window Décor & More

(251) 980-2456

25595 Canal Road, #A

Orange Beach, AL 36561

www.windowdecorllc.com

LOANS/ BANKS

Alabama Credit Union

(850) 262-9300

13039 Sorrento Rd.

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.alabamacu.com

BrandMortgage

(850) 677-1185

13700 Perdido Key Drive

Building C Unit 144A

Pensacola, Fl 32507

www.brandmortgage.com

Centennial Bank

(251) 986-8909

25051 Canal Road

Orange Beach, AL 36561

www.my100bank.com

SEE AD

PG 29

SEE AD

PG 59

SEE AD

PG 29

Harvesters Federal Credit Union

(850) 857-4328

9285 W. Highway 98

Pensacola, FL 32506

www.harvestersfcu.com

Navy Federal Business Solutions

(850) 473-4719

5550 Heritage Oaks Dr. SEE AD

Pensacola, FL 32526

PG 34

www.navyfederal.org

Pen Air Federal Credit Union

(850) 505-3200

1495 E. Nine Mile Road

Pensacola, FL 32514

www.penair.org

Regions Bank

(850) 262-9081

70 S. Blue Angel Parkway

Pensacola, FL 32506

www.regions.com

SmartBank

(850) 269-4465

201 N. Palafox St

Pensacola, FL 32502

www.SmartBank.com

Synovus Bank

(850) 453-8314

10291 Sorrento Rd.

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.synovus.com

Warrington Bank

(850) 455-7351

4093 Barrancas Avenue

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.warringtonbank.com

LOCKSMITH

Aaron’s Lock Service

(251) 967-1919

190 Northshore Circle

Gulf Shores, AL 36542

www.aaronslockservice.com

LONG TERM RENTALS

Beumer Realty

(850) 492-0446

12510 Gulf Beach Hwy.

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.beumerrealty.com

Sandy Shores

Village Luxury Apartments

(251) 981-9898

25624 W. Perdido Ave

Orange Beach, AL 36561

www.sandyshoresvillage.com

Three Waters Green, LLC

(850) 457-0186

531 Carrier Drive

Pensacola, FL 32506

www.threewatersgreen.com

MAILING/SHIPPING

Perdido Pack & Ship LLC

(850) 492-9696

13430 Gulf Beach Highway

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.perdidopackship.com

MANUFACTURING

International Paper

(850) 968-2121

375 Muscogee Road

Cantonment, FL 32533

www.internationalpaper.com

Piedmont National Corporation

(850) 287-6147

www.piedmontnational.com

MARINAS &

MAINTENANCE

Dockside Marine Electrical

(904) 233-6558

430 Meadson LN

Pensacola, Florida 32506

Perdido Marine Supply

(850) 361-1191

12490 Gulf Beach Hwy

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.perdidomarinesupply.com

Sea Tow

(850) 492-5070

13726 River Road

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.seatow.com

Southwind Marina

(850) 492-0333

10121 Sinton Dr

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.southwindmarina.com

SEE AD

PG 29

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MEDIA/DESIGN

CleverOgre, Inc

(850) 912-4203

www.cleverogre.com

Envisia 360

(251) 689-8590

2045 E. Clarke Rd.

Mobile, AL 36695

www.envisia360.com

Sunny 105.7 FM

(251) 967-1057

2421 East 2nd St

Gulf Shores, AL 36542

www.sunny1057.com

Yolee Solutions

(850) 232-1160

6847 N 9th Ave

Suite A-337

Pensacola, Florida 32504

www.yoleesolutions.com

MEDICAL CENTERS/

DOCTORS

Baptist Medical

Group Primary Care - Perdido

(850) 466-2495

12601 Sorrento Road, Suite B

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.baptisthealthcare.org

Optimal Imaging- Sacred Heart

(850) 416-1892

13137 Sorrento Road,Suite A

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.optimalsacredheart.com

Perdido Urgent Care

(850) 466-8668

12385 Sorrento Road, Suite 3B

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.mylocalurgentcare.us

Sacred Heart Medical

Park at Perdido

(850) 416-2337

13137 Sorrento Road SEE AD

PG 91

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.healthcare.ascension.org

West Florida Healthcare

(850) 494-3212

8383 North Davis Hwy

Pensacola, FL 32514

www.westfloridahospital.com

MINIATURE GOLF

Goofy Golf at The First Tee of

Northwest Florida

(850) 456-7010

3924 West Navy Boulevard

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.thefirstteenwflorida.org/

minigolf

MUSEUMS & TOURS

National Naval Aviation Museum

(850) 453-2389

1750 Radford Blvd., Suite B SEE AD

NAS Pensacola, FL 32508 PG 49

www.navalaviationmuseum.org

NON-PROFIT

SEE AD

PG 48

Friends SW Branch Library FNDN

(850) 453-7780

12248 Gulf Beach Highway

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.mywfpl.com/getinvolved/

friends

Gulf Coast Kid’s House

(850) 595-5800

3401 N. 12th Avenue

Pensacola, FL 32503

www.gulfcoastkidshouse.org

Gulf Coast Musicians Medical Fund

(251) 233-3306

P.O. Box 10532

Pensacola, Florida 32524

www.gcmmf.org

The HER Foundation Inc

(850) 444-8527

6150 W Fairfield Dr

Pensacola, FL 32506

www.honorher.org

IMPACT 100 Pensacola Bay Area

(888) 992-5646

PO Box 13304

Pensacola, FL 32591-3304

www.impact100pensacola.org

Operation ReConnect

(929) 900-6772

24951 Perdido Beach Blvd

Orange Beach, AL 36561

www.operationreconnect.org

Pensacola Teen Challenge

(850) 453-4300

8600 Hwy 98 West

Pensacola, FL 32506

www.teenchallengepensacola.com

Perdido Key Association

www.perdidokeyassociation.org

Save the Underdogs

(850) 582-8727

13583 Perdido Key Dr

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.saveunderdogsperdido.com

Simon Says Run

(228) 806-2299

5012 Terra Lake Circle

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.simonsaysrun.org

USO of Northwest Florida

(850) 455-8280

153 Ellyson Ave Bldg 625D

Pensacola, FL 32508

www.northwestflorida.uso.org

PARKS/NATURE

Big Lagoon State Park

(850) 492-1595

12301 Gulf Beach Hwy.

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.floridastateparks.orgpark/

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National Park Service

(850) 934-2600

1801 Gulf Breeze Pkwy.

Gulf Breeze, FL 32563

www.nps.gov/guis/

planyourvisit/perdido-key-area.htm

Perdido Key Kids Park

10015 Gulf Beach Highway

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.myescambia.com/community/

parks-and-centers/perdido-kidspark

Perdido Key State Park

(850) 492-1595

15301 Perdido Key Dr.

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.floridastateparks.org/park/

Perdido-Key

PEST CONTROL

Pest & Termite Control

Residential • Commercial • Industrial • Marine

Alabama

Florida

251-943-8166 850-858-2210

Beebe’s Pest & Termite Control

(251) Louisiana 943-8166 Mississippi

225-924-7096 228-435-1300

18598 CR 26

www.BeebesPest.com

Foley, AL 36535

www.beebespest.com

EnSec Pest Control

(885) 694-5285

3182 Gateway Ln

Cantonment, FL 32533

www.ensec.net

Florida Pest Control

and Chemical Company

(850) 432-4103

452 W. Pinestead Road

Pensacola, FL 32503

www.flapest.com

PET SERVICES

Furst Choice Pet Service

(850) 572-5485

Pensacola, FL 32507

PHOTOGRAPHY

Alley Kat Photography

(850) 208-1384

14050 Canal A Way

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.alleykatphotography.net

Sun Shots

(251) 968-2119

344 East Beach Blvd

Gulf Shores, AL 36542

www.sun-shots.com

Vacation Beach Portraits

(251) 980-6657

27267 Perdido Beach Blvd. B204

Orange Beach, AL 36561

www.vacationbeachportraits.com

PRINTING SERVICES

4D Printing, Inc

(770) 929-8717

1007 Irwin Bridge Road

Conyers, GA 30012

www.4dprint.com

Evergreen Printing & Mailing

(850) 429-0700

318 Beverly Parkway

Pensacola, FL 32505

www.goevergreen.com

UPS Store at Blue Angel

(850) 457-0848

38 S. Blue Angel Parkway

Pensacola, FL 32506

www.theupsstore.com/3517

PROFESSIONAL

ORGANIZATIONS

Bay County Chamber of Commerce

(850) 785-5206

235 West 5th Street

Panama City, FL 32401

www.panamacity.org

Better Business Bureau

(850) 429-0002

912 E Gadsden St.

Pensacola, FL 32501

www.bbb.org/nwfl

Coastal Alabama Business Chamber

(251) 968-7200

3150 Gulf Shores Pkwy

Gulf Shores, AL 36542

www.mygulfcoastchamber.com

Greater Pensacola

Chamber of Commerce

(850) 438-4081

117 W. Garden Street

Pensacola, FL 32502

www.pensacolachamber.com

Gulf Breeze Area

Chamber of Commerce

(850) 932-7888

409 Gulf Breeze Parkway

Gulf Breeze, FL 32561

www.gulfbreezechamber.com

Gulf Coast Minority

Chamber of Commerce

(850) 438-3993

321 N De Villiers Street, Suite 104

Pensacola, FL 32501

www.gcaacc.info

Navarre Chamber of Commerce

(850) 939-3267

8543 Navarre Pkwy.

Navarre, FL 32566

www.navarrechamber.com

Pensacola Association of Realtors

(850) 434-5507

107 W Main Street

Pensacola, FL 32502

www.pensacolarealtors.org

Pensacola Beach

Chamber of Commerce

(850) 932-1500

7 Casino Beach Boardwalk

Pensacola Beach, FL 32561

www.pensacolabeachchamber.com

Perdido Key Area

Chamber of Commerce

(850) 492-4660

15500 Perdido Key Drive

Perdido Key, FL 32507

www.PerdidoChamber.com

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Santa Rosa County

Chamber of Commerce

(850) 623-2339

5247 Stewart Street

Milton, FL 32570

www.srcchamber.com

PROMOTIONAL

& ADVERTISING

Interactive Marketing Techniques

(352) 343-2338

1138 Belmont Circle

Tavares, FL 32778

Perdido Key Live

(850) 803-6334

370 Gulf View

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.perdidokeylive.com

Smooth Speak LLC

(850) 319-6373

www.smoothspeak.com

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

Best Coast Association

Management

(251) 923-4320

22645 Canal Rd. SteD

Orange Beach, AL 36561

www.bestcoastmanagement.com

FirstService Residential

(850) 760-5080

14620 Perdido Key Dr # 300

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.fsresidential.com

Snowbird Company

(800) 270-2457

PO Drawer 1265

Daphne, AL 36532

www.FloridaSnowbird.com

PUBLIC UTILITIES

PUBLICATIONS

Condo Owner Magazine

1-800-968-0712

2001 West 1st St.

Gulf Shores, AL 36542

www.Condo-Owner.com

Mullet Wrapper, Inc.

(251) 968-5683

301 1st Ave. West

Gulf Shores, AL 36542

www.mulletwrapper.com

Snowbird Gulf Coast Magazine

(850) 291-1266

1160 Great Oaks Ct.

Gulf Breeze, FL 32563

www.snowbirdsgulfcoast.com

VIP Pensacola Magazine

(850) 502-7970

P.O. Box 888

Pensacola, FL 32502

www.VIPPensacolaMagazine.com

PUBS/BARS

Flora-Bama Liquor Store

(850) 492-3407

17395 Perdido Key Drive

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.florabamaliquorlotto.com

New Malibu Lounge, LLC

(850) 456-0999

1000 Gulf Beach Hwy.

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.newmalibulounge.com

Perdido Key Sports Bar

(850) 332-6403

SEE AD

13583 Perdido Key Drive PG 41

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.perdidosportsbar.com

REAL ESTATE

INSPECTIONS

Home Boss Inspection

(251) 230-9595

27250 Perdido Beach Blvd #F1

Orange Beach, AL 36561

www.HomeBossInspection.com

REAL ESTATE SALES

Alicia Hahn- Better Homes and

Gardens Real Estate - Main Street

(850) 912-4767

13578 Perdido Key Dr

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.buythecoastlife.com

SEE AD

PG 16

Better Homes and Gardens

- Main Street Properties

(850) 912-4767

SEE AD

13578 Perdido Key Dr. PG 15

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.mainstreetproperty.com

Century 21 Meyer

Real Estate of NW Florida

(850) 492-6466

13700 Perdido Key Drive, Suite 125

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.C21Meyer.com

SEE AD

Colleen Boyd,

PG 111

Coastal Realty Experts

(850) 292-6657

13700 Perdido Key Dr Suite B225

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.perdidokeyproperty.com

Gulf Power Company

1-800-225-5797

One Energy Place

Pensacola, FL 32520

www.gulfpower.com

SEE AD

PG 15

Ellis Home Inspections

(850) 492-7258

PO Box 1147

Lillian, AL 36549

www.ellishomeinspections.com

Dee Marie Fisher -

Levin Rinke Realty

(850) 380-5542

220 W Garden St

Pensacola , FL 32502

www.sellingproperties.com

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Emerald Coast Realty

(850) 437-5618

125 W Romana St, Ste 620

Pensacola, FL 32502

www.gibbons-realty.com

Gulf Front Properties Realty, LLP

(850) 492-5222

1208 Parasol PL

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.gulffrontproperties.com

iXL Real Estate Gulf Coast

(251) 421-7226

27250 Perdido Beach Blvd

Suite F

Orange Beach , AL 36561

www.ixlrealestate.com

Jennifer Dubose-

Southern Real Estate Sales

(850) 281-8792

13587 Perdido Key Drive

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.JenniferDuboseperdidokey.

com

JRC Realty, LLC

(850) 361-1446

14067 Waterview Drive

Perdido Key, FL 32507

www.theridgewayteam.com

Kathy Justice -

Better Homes & Gardens Real

Estate Main Street Properties

(850) 712-4631

13578 Perdido Key Dr.

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.PerdidoLife.com

Key Concepts Realty, Inc.

(850) 492-5462

13880 Perdido Key Drive

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.gulfcoastarea.com

SEE AD

PG 23

Lennar dba

Lost Key Golf & Beach Club

(850) 549-2160

14000 Perdido Key Drive

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.lostkey.com

Levin Rinke Realty

(850) 261-1554

10 Portofino Drive

Pensacola, FL 32561

www.levinrinkerealty.com

SEE AD

PG 25

Mike Ricketts Realty, Inc

SEE AD

(850) 450-6674

PG 34

1953 Coral Island Rd.

Pensacola, FL 32506

www.mikerickettsrealty.com

Peggy Butler- Levin Rinke Realty

(850) 712-3133

10 Portofino Drive

Pensacola, FL 32561

www.yourkeytoperdido.com

Rachel McLarty- Levin Rinke Realty

(850) 293-5117

10 Portofino Drive

Pensacola, FL 32561

www.perdidokeyparadise.com

Re/Max of Orange Beach

(251) 981-2400

26021 Perdido Beach Blvd.

Orange Beach, AL 36561

www.remax-orangebeach-al.com

Ron Herrington -

RE/MAX Gulf Properties

(251) 978-7664

13700 Perdido Key Drive, Suite 109

Perdido Key, FL 32507

www.ronherrington.net

RELIGIOUS

ORGANIZATIONS

Catholic Church of The Holy Spirit

(850) 492-0837

10650 Gulf Beach Hwy.

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.holyspiritperdido.com

Central Flora-Bama

(251) 256-0858

SEE AD

17401 Perdido Key Dr. PG 79

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.centralonline.tv/flora-bama

Holy Trinity Episcopal Church

(850) 456-5474

850 North Blue Angel Pkwy

Pensacola, FL 32506

www.holytrinitypensacola.org

Innerarity Point Church of Christ

(850) 492-0112

13250 Gulf Beach Highway

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.inneraritypointchurchofchrist.com

Perdido Bay Baptist Church

(850) 492-2604

12600 Sorrento Rd

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.perdidobaybaptist.com

Perdido Bay United

Methodist Church

(850) 492-2135

13660 Innerarity Point Road

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.perdidobay.church

Point Baptist Church

(850) 492-1545

13801 Innerarity Point Road

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.pointbaptist.org

SENIOR CARE

& HEALTH CARE

Home Instead Senior Care

(850) 477-1947

100 N Spring Street

Pensacola, FL 32502

www.homeinstead.com/pensacolaFl

Veranda of Pensacola

(850) 944-8800

6982 Pine Forest Road

Pensacola, FL 32526

www.verandapensacola.com

SHOPPING & RETAIL

SEE AD

Barefoot Gypsy Boutique PG 48

(850) 444-8647

13700 Perdido Key Dr, Ste #121

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.barefootgypsyboutique.com

Baskets of Dreams

(850) 293-0954

www.basketsofdreams.net

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Cordova Mall

(850) 477-7562

5100 N. 9th Ave.

Pensacola, FL 32504

www.cordovamall.com

Gulf Coast Trophies

& Sports Apparel

(850) 455-8383

6700 W. Highway 98

Pensacola, FL 32506

www.gulfcoasttrophies.com

SanRoc Cay Marina and Shops

(251) 583-3676

27267 Perdido Beach Blvd

Orange Beach, AL 36561

www.sanroccay.com

SOUVENIRS

Perdido Key Souvenirs and More

(850) 497-0868

13700 Perdido Key Drive, Suite 107

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.facebook.com/

PerdidoKeySouvenirsAndMore

SPIKER

(800) 790-5409

38 S. Blue Angel Pkwy, #112

Pensacola, FL 32506

www.spikerwholesale.com

SPECIALTY HEALTH CARE

Clearway Pain

Solutions Institute- Pensacola

855-527-PAIN

4901 Marketplace Road

Pensacola, FL 32504

www.clearwaypain.com

Clearway Pain Solutions-

Chiropractic & Physical Therapy

855-527-PAIN

4901A Grande Drive

Pensacola, FL 32504

www.clearwaypain.com

SEE AD

PG 48

Clearway Pain Solutions-

Surgery Center

855-527-PAIN

5102 N Davis Highway

Pensacola, FL 32503

www.clearwaypain.com

Clearway Pain

Solutions- West Pensacola

855-527-PAIN

10437 Sorrento Road

Suite #203

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.clearwaypain.com

Pensacola CBD -

Cannaliving with Crystal

(850) 919- 4CBD (4223)

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.pensacolacbd.com

Young Living Essential Oils

(443) 791-4406

www.getoiling.com/patriciabenson

Your CBD Store West Pensacola

(850) 455-1090

805 N Fairfield Dr.

1495 Creighton Rd

Pensacola, FL 32506

www.cbdrx4u.com

SPORTS

Pensacola Sports

(850) 434-2800

101 W. Main St.

Pensacola, FL 32502

www.pensacolasports.org

Perdido Bay

Youth Sports Association

(850) 380-0960

2020 Bauer Rd.

Pensacola, FL 32506

www.pbysa.com

STAFFING

Long’s Personnel Service, Inc.

(251) 943-8725

123 Camphor Ave

Foley, AL 36535

www.longshrs.com

SEE AD

PG 48

STORAGE

Allstar Mini-Storage, Inc.

(850) 492-7724

4300 Bauer Rd.

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.allstar-mini-storage.business.site

Changing Spaces Moving, Inc.

(251) 981-6683

24250 Canal Rd

Orange Beach, AL 36561

www.changingspacesmoving.com

Key Storage LLC

(850) 492-5355

13725 River Rd

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.perdidokeystorage.com

Gilmore Services

850-434-1054

31 East Fairfield Drive

Pensacola, FL 32501

www.gilmoreservices.com

Stor-It-Mate, Inc.

(850) 453-4762

2155 S Blue Angel Pkwy.

Pensacola, FL 32506

www.storitmate.com

Storage King USA

(850) 444-9191

551 S Fairfield Dr

Pensacola, FL 32506

www.storagekingusa.com

TECH SERVICES

Gateway Payments Gulf Coast

(850) 359-6300

34990 emerald coast Parkway

Suite 309

Destin, Florida 32541

www.gatewaypmts.com

gFinity Technology Group

(850) 919-4180

Southeast Region,

www.gfinity.com

SEE AD

PG 24

YourTEK Professionals

(850) 889-1114

6425 N Pensacola Blvd, Suite 3A

Pensacola, FL 32505

www.yourtekpro.com

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TELECOMMUNICATIONS

SUPPLIER

Cox Communications

(850) 857-4573

3405 McLemore Dr.

Pensacola, FL 32514

www.cox.com

Harbor Communications LLC

251-662-1532

22649 Canal Rd

Orange Beach, AL 36561

www.harborcom.com

SouthTel, Inc.

(850) 805-8005

13020 Sorrento Road

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.southtel.com

TITLE COMPANY

Coastal Land Title, LLC

(850) 695-2000

14620 Perdido Key Dr., Ste. 100

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.coastallandtitle.com

Perdido Title and Abstract Inc

(850) 377-3507

14508 Perdido Key Dr

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.perdidotitle.com

TRANSPORTATION

Pensacola International Airport

(850) 436-5000

2430 Airport Blvd., Suite 225

Pensacola, FL 32504

www.flypensacola.com

VACATION RENTALS

Beach & Yacht Club at Perdido Key

(866) 521-3522

16790 Perdido Key Dr.

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.perdidobyc.com

SEE AD

PG 111

Beachball Properties

(251) 968-8896

22989 Perdido Beach Blvd.

Orange Beach, AL 36561

www.beachballproperties.com

SEE AD

PG 34

SEE AD

IBC

Eden Condominiums

(850) 492-3336

SEE AD

BACK

16281 Perdido Key Dr. COVER

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.edencondominiums.com

iTrip Vacation Perdido Key

(850) 898-8583 13430

Gulf Beach Hwy

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.itrip.net/propertymanagement/perdido-key

SEE AD

PG 34

Luxury Coastal Vacations

(850) 332-5120

13700 Perdido Key Dr., Suite B-120

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.luxurycoastalvacations.com

Meyer Vacation Rentals

(251) 968-7516

13700 Perdido Key Drive

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.meyerre.com

Needle Rush Point

(850) 492-2180

17119 Perdido Key Dr.

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.needlerushpoint.com

Palacio at Perdido

(850) 492-4773

13661 Perdido Key Drive

Pensacola, FL 32507

SEE AD

54-55

Perdido Key Resort Management

(850) 492-9999

13700 Perdido Key Drive, #B122

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.perdidokeyflorida.com

SEE AD

PG 48

Perdido Key RV Resort

(850) 492-7304

13770 River Rd.

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.perdidokeyrv.com

SEE AD

1, 72

Perdido Realty

(850) 492-1102

14250 Perdido Key Drive, Unit B

Perdido Key, FL 32507

www.perdidokey.com

Purple Parrot Village

Condominiums

(850) 484-2611

13555 Perdido Key Dr.

Pensacola, FL 32504

www.perdidoresortmanagement.com

SEE AD

PG 05

ResortQuest by

Vacasa Vacation Rentals

(844) 524-8298

14112 Perdido Key Drive

Pensacola, FL 32507

Sandy Key Condominiums

(850) 492-2101

13575 Sandy Key Drive, #117

Perdido Key, FL 32507

www.sandykey.com

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SeaSpray Perdido Key

(850) 492-2200

SEE AD

16287 Perdido Key Drive PG 47

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.seasprayperdidokey.com

Sundown Riverside

Condominium Association

(850) 492-1816

16470 Perdido Key Drive

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.sundowncondo.com

Turnkey Vacation Rentals

(888) 512-0498

25405 Perdido Beach Blvd., Suite 24

Orange Beach, AL 36561

www.turnkeyvr.com

Windemere Condominium

(615) 566-5106

14511 Perdido Key Drive

Perdido Key, Florida 32507

www.windemerecondo.com

VACATION

TRAVEL PLANNERS

Trident True Travel/

Dream Vacations

(833) 373-2688

SEE AD

PG 15

6641 Carlinga Dr

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.tridenttruetravel.com

VETERINARY

Lost Key Animal Clinic

(850) 492-6878

4190 Bauer Rd.

Pensacola, FL 32506

www.lostkeyanimalclinic.com

WATER RECREATION

Blackwater Canoe

Rental & Sales, Inc

(850) 623-0235

6974 Deaton Bridge Rd.

Milton, FL 32583

www.blackwatercanoe.com

Dolphin Cruises

Aboard the ‘’Cold Mil Fleet’’

(251) 943-3510

5749 Bay la Launch Ave.

Orange Beach, AL 36561

www.dolphincruises.com

Flora-Bama Watersports

(251) 980-5222

29603 Perdido Beach Boulevard

Orange Beach, AL 36561

www.florabama.com

Lil John’s Watersports, LLC

(855) 545-5646

13726 River Rd.

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.liljohnswatersports.com

Niuhi Dive Charters

(850) 529-2475

10121 Sinton Dr.

Pensacola, FL 32507

www.niuhidivecharters.com

Orange Beach Adventure Cruises

(850) 791-8722

26619 Perdido Beach Blvd

Orange Beach, AL 36561

www.obadventure.com

Sail Wild Hearts

(251) 981-6700

25328 Canal Rd.

Orange Beach, AL 36561

www.sailwildhearts.com

Top Tier WaterSports

(251) 981-7673

118 W 13th Ave

Gulf Shores, AL 36542

www.southernrosedolphintrips.com

WEDDINGS

All The Details

SEE AD

(251) 207-1414

PG 59

7424 Coopers Landing Rd. W.

Foley, AL 36535

www.dreamybeachweddings.com

Beach Bride Weddings

(850) 426-3590

Pensacola, FL 32534

www.beachbrideweddings.com

The Port at Zekes

SEE AD

(251) 981-4000

PG 111

26619 Perdido Beach Blvd

Orange Beach, AL 36561

www.zekeslanding.com/the-port

ADVERTISERS INDEX

Adventure Island: PG 15

Alabama Credit Union: PG 29

Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo: PG 76

Alicia Hahn- Better Homes Realty: PG 16

Alison Davenport, LLC: PG 27

All the Details- Weddings: PG 111

Artwork Studio and Gallery: PG 79

Bad Ass Coffee: PG 41

Barefoot Gypsy Boutique: PG 48

Bayside Concierge Services: PG 48

Beach & Yacht Club at Perdido Key: 111

Better Homes & Gardens-

Main Street Properties: PG 15

Brand Mortgage: PG 29

Central Flora-Bama: PG 79

Colleen Boyd- Coastal Realty Experts: PG 111

Cosmo’s Restaurant Group: PG 39

Dream Vacations: PG 15

ECUA: PG 111

Eden Condominiums: BC

Emmanuel, Sheppart, & Condon: PG 31

Entertainer Charters, LLC: PG 38

Evans Automotive Service: PG 34

Ever’Man Cooperative Grocery: PG 69

Florabama Marina & Watersports: PG 65

Flora-Bama Lounge: PG 66

Florabama Yacht Club: INFC

Frank Brown Foundation of Music: PG 69

Friends of the SW Branch Library: PG 48

Gilmore Moving & Storage: PG 24

Greer’s CashSaver #6: PG 38

Gulf Power: PG 15

Harbor Communications: PG 34

Holiday Builders: PG 111

Holiday Harbor/Sunset Grille: PG 112

Hot Sands Glass: PG 112

Hubs Stacey’s at the Point: PG 29

Jim’s Firearms of Florida: PG 16

Kathy Justice- Better Homes Realty: PG 23

Levin Rinke Real Estate: PG 25

Lillian’s Pizza: PG 35

Lost Key Golf Club: PG 71

Luxury Coastal Condos: PG 34

Meyer Vacation Rentals: PG 54-55

Mike Ricketts Realty, Inc: PG 34

Naval Aviation Museum: PG 91

Navy Federal Business Services: PG 34

ONE CLUB- Gulf Shores: PG 69

Orange Beach Family Dentistry: PG 31

Pensacola CBD Cannaliving w/ Crystal: PG 48

Pensacola Greyhound: PG 38

Pensacola International Airport: IBC

Perdido Beach Resort: PG 72

Perdido Key Artist Gallery: PG 87

Perdido Key RV & Marina: PG 48

Perdido Key Souvenirs: PG 48

Perdido Key Sports Bar: PG 41

Perdido Pack & Ship: PG 29

Perdido Realty: PG 01

Perdido Realty: PG 72

Portico at Perdido: PG 17

ResortQuest: PG 5

Safari Club: PG 76

Sail Wild Hearts Beach Services: PG 59

SeaSpray Perdido Key: PG 47

SERVPRO of West Pensacola: PG 34

Tacky Jacks: PG 69

Walmart #3484: PG 111

West Florida Healthcare: PG 49

Windows Decor & More: PG 59

Wolf Bay: PG 16

Zeke’s Landing/The Port: PG 87

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PENSACOLA, FL 32506

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Underground Utilities

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Blissful Large Lake

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(850) 972-0601

ldicenso@holidaybuilders.com

9981 Pandion Trail

Pensacola, FL 32507

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