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QUICK FACTS

ISLAND BEACH SAFETY

What you need to know about

beach rules and safety precautions.

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HISTORY OF

PERDIDO

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HOLIDAY HARBOR

MARINA &

SUNSET GRILLE

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HOW TO MAKE

IT EASY TO VISIT

SAFELY IN THE TIME

OF COVID-19

TABLE OF

Contents

STARTING A BUSINESS IN

PERDIDO Get everything you need

to start your business here in the

beautiful Perdido Key area!

ACCOMMODATIONS In

Perdido Key, you can find

rental properties available

a daily, weekly or monthly

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to suit your needs.

EAT LIKE A Local

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DAY TRIPPING Going to or

from Perdido Key, you can discover

some of the best day-trips around!

MEMBER DIRECTORY

When finding a trusted source for

your next meal out, souvenir or

excursion; our reputable members

are here to help! Together they

bring out the best of Perdido!


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LEADERSHIP

COVER PHOTO BY GARY BULDOCK

PERDIDO KEY

AREA CHAMBER

OF COMMERCE

15500 Perdido Key Drive

Pensacola, FL 32507

PerdidoChamber.com

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850-492-4660

CONTRIBUTORS

Creative Director & Designer

Josh Elrod

Krystal Neuhofel

Contributing Editors

Josh Elrod, Ignite Media Group

Dana Pagador

Emily Klinga

2021 BOARD

of Directors

Chair: Jim Beran | Gilmore Services

Vice-Chair: Erin Wilmer | Edward Jones Financial Advisor

Treasurer: Cheryl Bamonte | UPS Store on Blue Angel Pkwy

Secretary: Sally Bowen | Sally’s Island Catering

Don Brown | Sunny 105.7 FM

Rick Byars | Gulf Power Company

Curtis Cantrell | SouthTel, Inc.

Vicki Campbell | Perdido Title & Abstract

Judy Davis | Perdido Key Sports Bar

Pat McClellan | Flora-Bama

Dwight Potter | Individual Member

Ricki Stewart | United Healthcare, Local Agent

Contributing Writers

Allen Bizzell

Dana Pagador

Emily Klinga

Jim Beran

Karen Qualls

Kathy Justice

Rick O’Connor

SeaGrant/ Escambia County

& more…

Photographers

Aaron Delaune

Al Fowler

Brad Sauers

Caron Sjoberg

Gary Buldock

Jamie Reeves

Jeannette Goddard

Joyce Blanchard

Karen Brungraber

Mandy Langly

Publishing

Ignite Media Group

Printer

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Advertising Sales

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Chamber of Commerce

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(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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Welcome

PHOTO BY MANDY LANGLY

THESE

TRIUMPHANT

STORIES ARE

ALL THANKS TO

THE DEDICATED

WORKFORCE

WHO KEEP THIS

COMMUNITY

GOING.

Being a long-time native of the Perdido Key Community,

I have witnessed firsthand the unparalleled challenges

this past year has presented. Not only for our

community but for our businesses. These challenges

have highlighted our unique community’s most amazing characteristics

and reminded us that it is the small acts of kindness that this

community brings that will always pull us through together.

Here in Perdido, we always look at the brighter skies ahead! As I speak

to our members and community leaders, I am left in awe. In awe of their

courage and determination to always come back bigger, better, and bolder!

In this year’s guide, you will hear from a few businesses that are

doing just that. From complete renovations of a sunset favorite to

adding a service or relocating for community convenience, these

businesses have shown resilience in the face of adversity. Our local

small businesses have always been here to help each visitor and

resident and will continue to do so for many years to come.

These triumphant stories are all thanks to the dedicated

workforce who keep this community going. Our first responders,

emergency managers, healthcare workers, hospitality staff, and

essential workers from all trades have made this possible. You have

renewed my appreciation for this community and all we are!

I am grateful and blessed to be a part of this

community and all it represents.

Dana Pagador

President/CEO | Perdido Key Area Chamber of Commerce


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PERDIDO KEY

Quick Facts

PERDIDO KEY IS HOME TO ONE OF THE

By Emily Klinga

BEST-KEPT SECRETS ON THE GULF COAST.

Perdido Key’s literal

translation means “Lost

Key”, so named by the early

Spaniards who discovered it

in 1693. 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

stretches about 16 miles (26km) 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

and wilderness on the coast. In 2017,

the globally renowned, Luxury Travel

Guide, voted Perdido Key the “Best

Wildlife Destination” of the year.

The community of Perdido

is a unique area covering both

Florida and Alabama. Because of

this, Perdido is the perfect area for

unique daytrips both to and from

the island. Consisting of beach

communities such as Perdido Key,

Orange Beach, & Gulf Shores

Alabama; agricultural destinations

with beautiful wide-open spaces such

as Lillian, AL & Beulah, FL; and

a few Florida urban communities

such as Warrington, Navy Point,

Belleview, and Downtown Pensacola.

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

HELPFUL TELEPHONE NUMBERS

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

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PHOTO BY JOYCE BLANCHARD

Our Commissioner

PRODUCTIVE AMERICANS, NOW

DECOUPLED FROM THE GRIND OF

CITY LIFE, HAVE FOUND THEY ARE

MORE PRODUCTIVE WORKING

FROM AN ENVIRONMENT

THAT FEEDS THEIR SOUL AND

SPIRIT. THERE IS NO BETTER

PLACE THAN PERDIDO KEY

FOR THAT NOURISHMENT!

Welcome home to Perdido Key. Whether you

are here for the first time or coming back

for the 20th visit, you are home as long as

you are here. If you are like many of us,

Perdido Key will take up residence in your heart and soul no matter

where you go for the rest of your life.

Our island has experienced some significant evolutions in the last

year. Perdido Key Drive, the main thoroughfare on the

island, has transferred from state to local control. This

ensures that it will forever remain a two-lane road and

secure the building cap on Perdido Key. We are one of

the last unspoiled beachfronts in Florida, protected by

our Master Plan and the Habitat Conservation Plan.

Local control of the road now enables us to be better

stewards of our home and secures the island’s future.

The COVID era has taught us that many of

our jobs can be performed remotely. This change to

our perception of “going to work” will be the most

enduring change of 2020. Productive Americans, now decoupled from

the grind of city life, have found they are more productive working

from an environment that feeds their soul and spirit. There is no better

place than Perdido Key for that nourishment! Soon you will start asking

yourself, “Why do I leave this place?” (It is OK, we all do it.). This

time it is not a hypothetical question...go ahead and extend your stay a

week...a month...a lifetime. Great things are happening on Perdido Key.

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

Groceries:

19. Publix

20. Winn Dixie

Boat Launches:

21. Cotton Bayou Boat Launch

22. Galvez Landing

23. Big Lagoon Boat Launch;

at Big Lagoon State Park

Marinas:

24. Zeke’s Landing Marina

25. Flora-Bama Marina

26. Holiday Harbor Marina

27. Perdido Key RV

Resort & Marina

Beach Access:

Entertainment:

08. Public Beach Access #1



Naval Air Station:

17. Villagio Town Centre

18. The Flora-Bama

INNERARITY

POINT

11. NAS

(Naval Air Station Pensacola)

12. Naval Aviation Museum

13. Pensacola Lighthouse

INGRAM

BAYOU

BEAR POINT

FLORIDA

ALABAMA

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WOLF BAY

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COVE

ORANGE

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Alabama´s Coastal connection

BAYOU

SAINT. JOHN

ONO ISLAND

River Rd

ALABAMA

FLORIDA

Orange Beach Boulevard

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182

COTTON

BAYOU

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Ono Island Brg

Perdido Key Drive

Ono Blvd

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FLORA BAMA

182

River Rd

Perdido Key Drive

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PARASOL

WEST

Perdio Key

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INTRACOASTAL

WATERWAY

PERDIDO BAY

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TARKILN

BAYOU

FLORIDA

Innerarity Point Rd

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Tarkiln Bayou

State Park

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Gulf Beach Hwy

BIG LAGOON

STATE PARK

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BIG LAGOON

OLD RIVER

ALABAMA

FLORIDA

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PERDIDO

GARDENS PERDIDO

GULF BEACH

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PARASOL

PARADISE

ISLE

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SHARP REEF

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FLORIDA

Perdido Key Drive

Perdido Key

State Park

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Lighthouse Rd

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National Museum

Of Naval Aviation

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Blue Angel Parkway


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Fort

McRae

Ruins

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ALABAMA

Oyster

Bay

Fort Morgan Rd

Foley

State Hwy 59

Lake

Shelby

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Foley Beach

Express

Canal Rd

Perdido Beach Blvd

Gulf of Mexico


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ISLAND BEACH

Safety

RULES OF THE BEACH

IT IS BETTER TO BE SAFE

THAN SORRY, CROSS AT THE WALK.

There are designated crosswalks throughout the island for the

safety of both pedestrians and motorists. Be sure to push the

button to activate the crosswalk. Keep the traditional crossing

method of looking right, left, and then right again when

crossing the street. Be sure to use lights or bright/reflective

clothing if crossing at night.

CAN I LEAVE ITEMS

ON THE BEACH OVERNIGHT?

Escambia and Baldwin Counties prohibit leaving items

on the beach after your visit. These items hinder

native wildlife getting to and from their natural

habitat.

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WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

ABOUT WARNING FLAGS

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

Beach flags can be found at the entrance to Rosamond

Johnson Beach and at the Perdido Key Fire Station located

at the Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Center.

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.

BEACH BAG Essentials

1. Sunscreen, sunglasses, hats, and

an umbrella for sun protection.

2. Beach towels and chairs for relaxation.

3. Fresh drinking water (or your beverage

of choice, NOT in a glass container).

4. Toys for the kids, a good book for the adults,

floats for the water and snacks for the family!

5. Trash bags to collect trash you find,

please leave only your footprints behind.


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MEMBER BILL OF RIGHTS

What to expect when you

join the Perdido Key Area

Chamber of Commerce?

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.

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, PROMOTION &

members & public entities to be professional and ethical. VISIBILITY

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.

We would like to invite you to

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COMMUNITY

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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.

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COMMUNITY

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Our Mission

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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

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and Keyholders/Ambassadors

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• Member to Member

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LETTER FROM

THE CHAIR

Despite social distancing, stay in place

orders, masks, event cancelations,

hours of 100+ mph sustained winds,

30 inches of rainfall, 6-foot storm

surge and massive flooding, immense

damage & clean-up, this past year the Perdido Key Area

Chamber, member businesses and people who live,

work, and play here have prevailed through it all.

Perdido Key Area Chamber of Commerce staff and

volunteers quickly developed and implemented creative

initiatives hosting hundreds of virtual seminars & networking

events, executed an email campaign about COVID relief loans &

grants available, advocated for business reopening, introduced the

business Bounce Back Campaign, disseminated hurricane preparation

and post recovery critical information, advocated for disaster area

declaration, accommodated SBA & FEMA recovery programs, all

to inform, support, promote,

help recover and champion the

chamber’s member businesses

and the business community

in the Perdido Key area.

Our community stewardship

continued adhering to CDC

guidelines with several drive-in

movies, first ever Trunk or Treat

and Community Craft Fair, and created a “Preserve our Beach”

campaign and honored our First Responders at our annual meeting.

We have begun the comeback to be bigger, better, and bolder!

It is an honor to welcome you back to our hidden gem. When

you stay, dine and shop in the Perdido Key Area, you are

supporting the amazing people who live, work, and play here!

Thank you for making Perdido Key Area your choice!

WE HAVE BEGUN THE

COMEBACK TO BE BIGGER,

BETTER, AND BOLDER!

IT IS AN HONOR TO

WELCOME YOU BACK

TO OUR HIDDEN GEM.

Jim Beran

Chairman of the Board

Perdido Key Area Chamber of Commerce


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HISTORY

Perdido

CIRCA 1933, PERDIDO KEY

HAD GEOGRAPHICALLY

BECOME AN ISLAND. BEFORE

THEN, PERDIDO WAS MORE

OF A SMALL PENINSULA

IN WEST PENSACOLA.

By Emily Klinga

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.

The ship was spotted by an indian

chief camped with his tribe at Bear

Point. As the chief was walking

by 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

to the more tranquil bay. When the

search party finally located the elusive

bay, they called it Perdido, which in

Spanish means “lost” or “hidden”.

Since then, the unincorporated

community in Escambia County,

Florida, called Perdido Key has

been known to many as a unique

community where one comes for

seclusion, and to “get lost” on the

barrier island among the snow-white

sand beaches and emerald waters.

Perdido Key gained national

attention during the great “Florida

Land Boom” of the 1920s. Parcels

of land warranted to veterans of

the Spanish American war, allowed

beachfront

property to be

bought cheaply.

After World War 1,

five prominent men at

the time also bought 400

acres on Innerarity Point

and Innerarity Island with

a grand idea of developments.

The five prominent men include

Charles Christie, owner of a movie

studio called “Christie Comedies”;

Arthur Brisbane, an editor of the

New York Journal Newspaper; Albert

Shaw, a prominent writer; John H

Perry, head of the American Press

Association at the time; and Will

Hays, known as the “Czar of Movies”.

Even some of the biggest movie stars

of the time, Douglas Fairbanks, and

Mary Pickford, bought 40 acres

on Innerarity Island to construct

polo grounds, golf courses,

and other developments.

In 1924, a developer from

Pensacola, Theo Baars, Sr., began

an attempt to build a seven-story

hotel called “Hotel Escambia”. He

bought 3 miles of beach property

by using and buying warrants

to purchase cheap beachfront

property. He envisioned the

hotel as having a polo field, a

stadium, tennis courts, and a

cinema. As Sunny David says

in her book, The Lost Bay that

“Baars made a deal with the

Escambia County Commissioners

that if they would build a paved

road from Warrington to Gulf

Beach- which at that time was not

separated from the mainland by the

Intercoastal canal- then he would

build a hotel.” He got his road.

But all their dreams began to end

when in 1925, because of overspeculation,

the Florida bubble

began to burst. The great depression

of 1929 finally put an end to the

boom, and it would not come back

for decades. One reminder of these

times is the fact that the Intercoastal

bridge at the east entrance to Perdido

Bay is the “Theo Baars Bridge”

Circa 1933, Perdido Key had

geographically become an island.

Before then, Perdido was more of a

small peninsula in West Pensacola.

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It was crossed by a large ditch

that was narrow enough to jump

across, and sometimes filled with

alligators. The ditch was improved

and widened to become part of the

Intercoastal Waterway in 1933. The

island of Perdido Key is now about

16 miles long with almost 60% of it

protected in federal or state parks.

On July 26, 1950, Army Private

Rosamond Johnson, Jr was the first

resident from

Escambia County

to die in the

Korean War. He

joined the military

at age 15 and was

fatally wounded

after successfully

carrying two

wounded soldiers

to safety and

trying to rescue a third. The Gulf Beach

area was renamed to honor its fallen

hero at the suggestion of the Sunset

Riding Club. The name Rosamond

Johnson Beach remains today.

ARMY PRIVATE

ROSAMOND

JOHNSON, JR

On the western side of Perdido Key,

the Alabama Pass began construction.

In the early days, the pass was

dangerous to boats due to the strong

tides and fast forming sand bars. In

1953, the Alabama Department of

Conservation began to dredge the pass.

In 1962, a small two-lane concrete

bridge caused the state border to

change. For Alabama constructing the

bridge, Florida allowed Alabama to

claim about three miles of the Key.

By 1970, development on the

Key was at a constant rise. Initially

known as the Gulf Beach Development

Association, a small not for profit

group that originated in the 1950s,

officially incorporated as the Perdido

Key Development Association,

which later became known as the

Perdido Key Association. Their main

purpose was to promote the welfare

and orderly development, combat

deterioration, lessen neighborhood

tension, and maintain the natural

beauty of the community known

as Perdido Key, Florida.

In 1978, the National Park Service

purchased over 1,000 acres of land

on Perdido Key, from Rosamond

Johnson Beach to Pensacola Pass. In

the same year Big Lagoon State Park

was officially opened to the public.

After growth in the 70s, came great

devastation. In 1979, Hurricane

Frederic was a category 4 storm that

made landfall in nearby coastal

Alabama. The Perdido Area was

declared a disaster

area, taking years to

clean up and rebuild.

The extensive damage

swept away and

destroyed

structures.

After the cleanup,

came the time

for rebuilding,

luring developers

to the area bringing

change to Perdido Key.

The year 1985 queued some

big moments for residents of

Perdido Key. The year brought the

beginning of the Perdido Key Area

Chamber of Commerce, the rise of

the iconic Eden Condominiums,

the inauguration of the Frank

Brown International Songwriters

Festival, and the first Mullet Toss

at the Flora-Bama. This was also

the year that the infamous Perdido

Key Beach Mouse was included on

the list of Endangered Species.

Change persisted as Perdido

Key continued to settle into its

namesake in 1994. The Perdido

Chamber requested that the US

Board of Geographic Names

change maps to read “Perdido

Key” instead of Gulf Beach.

Devastation occcurred when

Hurricane Ivan, a Category 5 storm,

made landfall on Perdido Key. Damage

was observed along the coast from

Baldwin County, Alabama to Santa

Rosa County, Florida. The brunt of the

storm hit Perdido Key, NAS Pensacola,

Innerarity Point and Warrington. Some

subdivisions were destroyed with few

key roads in Perdido only opening in

late 2005, over a year after the storm

hit. In Pensacola, the Interstate 10

Escambia Bay Bridge was heavily

damaged, with as much as

a quarter mile collapsing

into the bay. Destruction

from Hurricane Ivan

took many years to

clean and rebuild,

TRANSFORMATION

DID EVENTUALLY

COME IN THE

AFTERMATH,

SHOWING

PERDIDO KEY’S

NEVER-ENDING

RESILIENCE.

EDEN CONDOMINIUMS

some of which was never restored.

Transformation did eventually

come in the aftermath, showing

Perdido Key’s never-ending resilience

despite historical devastation. By

2015, Escambia County

presented the Perdido

Key Master Plan. The

Master Plan created a

vision for the future

development and

characteristics

of Perdido Key.

The Master plan, in

addition to changes in

zoning regulations, was

set to make the Key more

welcoming to shoppers,

diners, pedestrians and cyclists.

The vision today is much like in

previous years, developing new ways

for visitors and locals to experience

the uniqueness of our precious barrier

island. Within this past year, despite

more destruction from Hurricane

Sally in September 2020, several

improvements have begun, including

pedestrian crossing developments along

Perdido Key Drive. Residents shown

support in public meetings for a

roundabout at Perdido Key Drive

and Johnson Beach Road and

the multi-use path planned

to stretch from the Theo

Baars bridge all the way

to the Flora-Bama.


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WITHIN THE LAST TEN YEARS, THERE HAVE

BEEN SEVERAL IMPROVEMENTS TO THE GRILLE,

INCLUDING THE ADDITION OF SEPARATE

RESTROOM FACILITIES, A COVERED PATIO AND

PLAYGROUND, AND THE ADDITION OF THE GIFT

SHOP AND CONVENIENCE STORE.

Holiday Harbor

MARINA & SUNSET GRILLE

By Emily Klinga

& Allen Bizzell

Through its twists

and turns, 2020 was

a year of reflection,

opportunities for

growth, and new

developments to come in 2021.

For the Bizzell family, this

year is an exciting celebration

of 30 years in the family

business that is coming back

even better than before.

Established in the 1950s, what

is now known as the Holiday

Harbor Marina on Perdido Key

was one of the first indoor boat

storage facilities in the state of

Florida. Looking nothing like

the modern, multi-level storage

that stands today; the facility was

a giant metal barn-like building

with almost no development

of the surrounding property.

The Marina then lived a history

of being a family-owned business.

In 1970, after devoting 21 years

to the academic world, biology

professor and college president,

Dr. William K Clark and his wife

Barbara made a drastic decision

to leave the hustle and bustle

routine behind for that of a rural

business on the coast. Living off

his fishing and a modest income

from the marina, the Clarks

grew their young family to love the

coast and work at the marina, learning

the ins-and-outs of the business of

marina parts, repairs, and accessories.

Fast-forward to the fall of 1991, the

Bizzell family purchased the marina

from the Federal Savings and Loan

Insurance Corporation after the savings

and loans collapse of the late 1980s.

Upon possession, there were

many improvements

to be made- with just

a big metal building

on the run-down

property. Over the

course of several

years, gradual

improvements

were made including

expanded storage

capacity and new docks

around the perimeter

of the boat basin.

The year 2000 brought the vision

of the Sunset Grille. They built and

opened the restaurant with just 3 staff

members including a cook, a cook’s

assistant and Allen Bizzell. At the time,

one would order at the counter and

they would call your name when the

order was ready. As the small restaurant

gained popularity throughout

Perdido Key, improvements and

expansions came over time. The

THE HOLIDAY

HARBOR MARINA

AND SUNSET

GRILLE IS A MARINE

ENTHUSIAST’S

STAPLE AMENITY IN

PERDIDO KEY.

restaurant added three expansions

to the deck, patio, and store area.

After a harmful Hurricane Ivan in

2004, the marina and restaurant both

had flooding and damage to the docksbut

luckily no structural damage to

the buildings occurred. After dealing

with recovery efforts, in early 2005, the

family leased out restaurant operations

to two separate operators until

December 2009. In

January 2010, the

Bizzell’s took back

operations of the

Sunset Grille.

Within the

last ten years,

there have been

several improvements

to the Grille, including

the addition of

separate restroom

facilities, a covered patio and

playground, and the addition of the

gift shop and convenience store.

The Holiday Harbor Marina and

Sunset Grille is a marine enthusiast’s

staple amenity in Perdido Key.

The full-service marina occupies

approximately 5 acres of waterfront

property with direct access to the

intercoastal waterway. The facility

includes wet and dry storage, boat

ramp, two fuel docks, two ship

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stores for all fishing and snacking

needs and the beloved waterfront

restaurant- the Sunset Grille. The

facility has also earned two special

certifications from the State of Florida

as a “Clean and Resilient Marina”.

The Sunset Grille overlooks the

Intracoastal Waterway and is accessible

by car or boat. Air-conditioned

seating is available inside, while

outdoor lovers can enjoy the view on

their dock-side deck which remains

heated on chilly days. The relaxed,

family-friendly restaurant features

a menu of sandwiches and burgers,

fresh seafood entrees, gumbos,

specialty items including the alltime

favorites Grouper Reuben and

Sunset Fish Tacos, and a full bar

with cold beer, wine, and specialty

cocktails. The Grille is also a doglovers

paradise, as they are pet-friendly

and will even give your furry friend

a water dish and treat to enjoy!

Learning to operate under modified

conditions due to COVID-19 was

just the beginning of concerns

for the restaurant industry. As if a

global pandemic was not enough

of a concern, in September 2020,

Hurricane Sally took a visit to the coast

and dealt massive damage in Perdido

Key. Allen Bizzell reported that damage

from Sally was worse than they had

experienced during Hurricane Ivan due

to the length of time that the storm

stood still over the area. The docks

on the west side of the property were

heavily damaged by wind driven debris

including boats, pieces of other people’s

docks, and household debris such as

refrigerators and microwaves which

basically acted like battering rams on

the west side of the buildings. Again,

the structures held, but the siding was

punctured in some places and there

was 4” of water inside the buildings.

After the storm passed, the marina

was back to partial operations- selling

fuel within a week of the storm

and launching boats within two

weeks. After assessing the damage

and considering the concern of

the pandemic, the family decided

to keep the restaurant closed for

the remainder of the year, during

which time they would re-build

and come back better than ever.

The Marina has fully recovered

from the effects of Hurricane Sally.

The docks have been replaced with

state-of-the-art fiberglass material that

will be much more resistant to future

storm damage, and the Marina store

has been reconfigured and completed

with fresh paint and flooring. Boats

are being launched, fuel is available

at the main marina and the store

and office are fully operational.

In Spring 2021, visitors to the Sunset

Grille can expect to see major changes.

The building has been enlarged to

include a larger kitchen, new space for

the gift shop and additional outdoor

dining space on the water. The freshly

designed open-air space will include

new uniform flooring and drop-down

curtains to better enclose the space

for stormy or chilly weather. Owner

Allen Bizzell says, “We believe these

changes will improve our customers’

experiences for many years to come.”

The Bizzell family have put their

life’s work into making the Holiday

Harbor Marina and Sunset Grille

facility into the amazing, full-service,

and family-operated business that

stands the test of time. The year 2021

marks 30 years of being operated by

the Bizzell family. Current operators,

Allen, Steve and Tom Bizzell are excited

to welcome visitors back to a new and

improved experience at the Sunset

Grille, which has been designated by

Trip Advisor in the top 10% of eating

establishments world-wide for 2020.

Stay up to date with the progress

of the Sunset Grille and information

about re-opening on the Sunset

Grille Website and Facebook page!


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REAL ESTATE MARKET

IN PERDIDO KEY

$504,116

AVERAGE SALES PRICE

$1,809

VSAVG. RENTAL PRICE

RANKS AMONG THE

TOP 6.4% OF

RETIREE-FRIENDLY

NEIGHBORHOODS

IN FLORIDA.

SOLD

TOTAL SALES

300

PERDIDO KEY HAS A

HIGHER INCOME THAN 82.7%

OF THE NEIGHBORHOODS

IN AMERICA.

164 CONDOS

22 SINGLE-FAMILY HOMES

67TOWNHOMES/DUPLEXS

MEDIAN PRICE/SF:

$293/SF

LOWEST RATES OF

CHILDREN LIVING IN

POVERTY OF ANY

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IN THE UNITED STATES.

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FINANCING

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OF BUYERS

PAID CASH

19.95%

SINGLE-FAMILY

HOMES

80.5%

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WITH A COMBINATION OF

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.

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OWNERS

RENTERS

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MOVING

Making the

Moving is a big deal, whether you’re moving across the street or

across the country. Many northerners find themselves yearning for

the warmer weather and sunnier skies of Florida, but don’t know where

to start when it comes to preparing for a move. Jim Beran of Gilmore Services knows

firsthand about migrating down south. After packing up his home of 20 years in Minnesota

and downsizing to a condo in beautiful Perdido, he’s learned a few things to share that will help

any family be more prepared, informed and relaxed when facing a move to the Gulf Coast.

BY JIM BERAN, GILMORE SERVICES

In your experience, what is something

most people don’t think about or

underestimate when moving?

“Cost. Many people think that moving themselves

will be cheaper than hiring professionals. But hiring a

moving company is more affordable than people realize,

especially when you factor in gas, packing supplies, and

multiple trips that may include overnight hotel stays.”

employees are background checked. At Gilmore Services,

we have an estimator come out and conduct a complete

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for exactly what you need. We are insured, so your items

are covered in case of damage, and all of our employees go

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How far in advance should I begin

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“This really depends on how much time you have, but in

my own experience, I started de-cluttering as soon as I’d

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The main thing to remember is to not procrastinate!”

RESIDENTIAL MOVING

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pads. While having friends help you move can be great, you

can’t always count on their moving skills or reliability.”

What should people consider when

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BUSINESS

Doing Business

ACROSS STATE LINES

By Emily Klinga

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, one

of the most important things we can

do for our members is to stay up to

date on local and state information on

BOTH sides of the line. That means

your Perdido Chamber is constantly

informed and in communications with

officials from both Alabama and Florida,

Baldwin and Escambia counties, and

of course, Gulf Shores, Orange Beach

and Pensacola. We do this because it

is important to our members, who

make us the unique and prosperous

Chamber we are today, here on the

shores of the Florida-Alabama line!

Perdido is the perfect place to start if

you are looking to grow your business

to another area just on the other side of

the line. The Perdido Area is unique in

that there is both business and leisure

opportunities in just a short distance.

“Offering services in both Pensacola,

Florida and Gulf Shores and Foley,

Alabama, it is easy for our customers to

move from one state to another in less

than one hour’s drive.It makes it an easy

move if you work in one state and live in

another” said Leona DiCenso of Holiday

Builders. Living in one state and

working in another is not uncommon in

our area. In fact, many of our members

work on both sides of the line.

Living, working, and playing on two

sides of a state line is an exceptional

opportunity to be involved in not just

one, but two, coastal communities at

one time. One member in particular,

the world-famous Flora-Bama is situated

directly on the line, allowing them

to attract visitors to quite a unique

experience in our area, “Flora-Bama

gets its name from being located on

the Florida/Alabama state line where

beautiful Perdido Key, Florida meets

Orange Beach, Alabama so we are very

familiar with doing business in multiple

states. For us, location is something

that makes the business unique” says

Jenifer Parnell of the Flora-Bama.“It

drives our staff to be involved on

both sides of the line and to make

sure to support both communities.”

Community is another aspect of

what makes our state line Chamber

so exceptional. For those who work

in Perdido, we already know that our

community does not stop at the state

line. To be successful in a community

like Perdido, it is important to make

personal and business connections

in both states. Luckily, the Perdido

Chamber invites everyone in our

state line community to our events,

so it is easy to meet a new friendly

neighbor or business partner by getting

involved. Sunny 105.7 owner, Don

Brown, shares his words of wisdom

about being successful in an area like

Perdido Key, “The first thing to do is

forget state lines. Concentrate on the

community you wish to serve. All 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 absolute best

way to do this is by being active in the

local Chamber of Commerce. Find and

understand the needs of the community

and fill that need. Don’t just fill space.”

Interested in living and working

in a beautiful, coastal, state line

community? Be sure to visit Perdido

Key and see why our two-state

community is twice-as nice!

OFFERING

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BUSINESS

HOW TO START A BUSINESS

in Perdido 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!

1Brainstorm 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.

3Evaluate 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.

4Determine 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.

5Register 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.

6Purchase 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 owner policy,

workers compensation and unemployment insurance.

7Choose 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.

8Build 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.

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9Brand Yourself and Advertise

Create your image and gain a band of followers

before your opening day! It is important in today’s

day and age of technology and media to build a solid

marketing plan to get your brand off the ground.

10

Grow Your Business

In order to succeed in business, you should

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with more established brands, partnering with charity

organizations or volunteering in the community.

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Join the Chamber!

Of course, the easiest way to accomplish

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and actively learn how to develop in your profession.

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BUSINESS

10 Reasons to Join a

CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

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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 businesses 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 business-to-business commerce and more opportunities for networking and

connecting local professionals than is available through most other local organizations.

6RECEIVE CHAMBER NEWSLETTERS. Newsletters provide

member information about the local community, a community

calendar and details about up-and-coming Chamber events.

7ACQUIRE CUSTOMER REFERRALS. Every day, your local Chamber

receives calls from individuals and businesses looking for local contacts for

goods and services and 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 to 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-to-consumer advertising and publicity.

10ACCESS TO MEMBERS ONLY DISCOUNTS AND SERVICES.

Deals differ from Chamber to Chamber but are always an

enjoyable addition to your Chamber membership.


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BUSINESS

PERDIDO CHAMBER MASTERS

the Art of Resiliency

IN 2020

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By Emily Klinga

An economic shutdown, a

global health crisis, and

even a brutal hurricane

season showed to be no

match for the strength,

prosperity, and resiliency of the people

of Perdido Key. Perdidoans are no

stranger to looking tough times in

the face. Living in an active hurricane

region allows those who live in the

gulf coast to prepare themselves for

the worst possible situation that may

come. People who have experienced

tragedy on the coast, have lost homes,

businesses, even loved ones. One thing

that keeps a community like Perdido

stronger than ever is the people.

You can see in historical accounts of

devastation in the aftermath of a nasty

hurricane season. Every single time,

after the destruction, comes the cleanup,

then comes the overwhelming

support from the community.

The Perdido Key community has

been through a lot together, fellow

business owners will not think twice

to support another business who

is struggling. That is what being a

part of Perdido is all about, helping

your neighbor in times of need and

treating everyone like family.

The year 2020 brought a whole new

challenge that no one, across the entire

globe, was expecting. The COVID-19

pandemic brought a sense of unknown

to communities everywhere. Although

the year started off with strong plans

for improvement and mass excitement

for the new decade, hopes were quickly

shot down after a national economic

shutdown, just in time for peak season

along the coast. Although travel seemed

like an impossibility for some people

throughout the country, shutting

down business was not an option.

To keep businesses up and running,

the Perdido Chamber did everything

possible to share business news and

updates quickly while keeping

members and the community

updated on the most pertinent

information from the

county, state,

and federal levels on the Covid-19

crisis. The Chamber was also on track

with all business grant opportunities

and resources to keep businesses open

during the year. In good Perdido spirit,

each and every Perdido Chamber

member received a call from a staff

member to make sure they were doing

alright during the strange times.

Although things looked different,

business continued. Cherished

networking events such as the Business

After Hours and Networking

Luncheon went virtual through

zoom meetings.

In an attempt

to keep business

opportunities open

for everyone, new

networking

opportunities

were added

as well such

as the Key to

Networking Coffee

Virtual Meeting

and a fun shop

local bingo event.

Resources to

help everyone shop local and

support small businesses were spread

far and wide. People learned just

how easy it was to support a fellow

business. Whether that be by sharing

and liking their social media posts,

ordering from their website online,

or just by giving kind words. The

community truly came together to

support each other during a time when

no one could see an end in sight.

Just when everyone’s social feeds

were flooding with COVID-19 news,

hurricane season was right around

the corner. Not only were businesses

challenged with operating under

Personal Protective Equipment,

social distancing, and other COVID

limitations, but now they had to

mentally and physically, prepare their

businesses and homes for a possible

natural disaster. Again, the Chamber

did their due diligence by spreading

resources from FEMA and Emergency

Management departments in both

Baldwin and Escambia counties.

In September of 2020, Hurricane

Sally devastated the Perdido Area with

FELLOW BUSINESS

OWNERS WILL NOT

THINK TWICE TO

SUPPORT ANOTHER

BUSINESS WHO IS

STRUGGLING.

mass flooding, winds, and damaged

structures all throughout the coast.

Information was shared about closures,

emergency response updates, and

even small business resources that

proved to be helpful directly after

the storm. Roads were closed and

power was out, however that did

not stop people from helping their

neighbor remove debris and check

on all their friends and family. The

hard work did not go unnoticed.

A couple of weeks after the storm,

most of the debris was cleaned

from roadways, and

people did their

best to get back to

business as usual…

whatever that means.

Members of the

Chamber

and the

community

even gathered

their resources

to put together a

free community

shrimp boil to give

a delicious pickme-up.

To stir some positivity

just in time for the holidays, the

Perdido Chamber hosted a series of

drive-in movie nights for a familyfun,

socially distant way to enjoy a

night out with friends and family.

The monthly, “Flicks on the Field”

event included special themed nights

such as a costume contest and trunk

or treat during Halloween, and a

holiday craft and vendor fair just

in time to support local artists and

small businesses for the holidays.

2020 has finally come to an end,

but we all still feel its effects today,

and will for the foreseeable future. In

Perdido Key, we are no stranger to

facing hard times. If our community

continues to show the collective

resilient energy it is today, there is no

doubt that we can handle the issue.

We were able to learn a lot from last

year’s mountain of challenges, making

us even stronger for years to come. The

people of Perdido have mastered the

art of resiliency, and we look forward

to 2021 being a year of transformation

and innovative ideas for growth.


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BUSINESS

GET Involved

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 you and your business.

COMMITTEE’S PRIMARY GOALS AND ACTIVITIES:

CHAMBER MISSION:

The Perdido Key Area

Chamber of Commerce

provides community

leadership and

promotes sustainable

economic growth of

member businesses

and community

development.

KEYHOLDERS & EVENTS:

• 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

events such as ribbon cuttings

• Promote Chamber events through social

media and other networking channels.

• Record activity to be in a

drawing for monthly rewards and

Ambassador of the Year awards

• Committee must provide one at-large

non-board member for nominating

a committee to meet in October.

COMMUNITY AFFAIRS:

• Assist in and ensure the

progression of the Perdido

Key Master Plan.

• Educate all businesses, residents

and visitors about the Perdido

Key Habitat Conservation

Plan, introduced by the Florida

Fish and Wildlife Agency

• Advocate for safety on the Key

including better crosswalks and

transportation opportunities

and the development of

the multi-use path.

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BUSINESS & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

• Support the core member base of our Chamber.

• Provide educational benefits by hosting workforce

training and networking opportunities.

• Develops and coordinate special events

directly impacting local economy.

• Committee must provide one at-large non-board member

for Nominating Committee to meet in October.

MILITARY APPRECIATION

• 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 military

veterans and their families through events.

MEMBERSHIP & MARKETING

• Grow the core member base of our Chamber.

• Help provide content, imagery and proofread annual guide.

• Social Sharing: Share other member’s good

news with the Chamber when seen and share the

Chamber’s good news with other members.

• Help evaluate branding and promotional 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.


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Eric Gilmore, Escambia County

Emergency Management

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Innerarity Ace Hardware

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Frank Brown International Songwriters’ Festival

SMALL BUSINESS OF THE YEAR

Island Epicurian/The Breakfast Club

MEDIUM BUSINESS OF THE YEAR

Lillian’s Pan Pizza

LARGE BUSINESS OF THE YEAR

Better Homes and Gardens Main Street Properties

CORPORATION OF THE YEAR

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SPECIAL THANKS TO ALL OUR FIRST

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PERDIDO KEY

2020

Hindsight

HOW TO MAKE IT EASY

TO VISIT SAFELY IN THE

TIME OF COVID-19

By Emily Klinga

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HOW PERDIDO TO KEY MAKE IS

IT BUILT EASY ON TO THE VISIT

SAFELY PREMISE IN OF THE

TIME OF COVID-19

ENJOYING THE

BY: GREAT EMILY OUTDOORS. KLINGA

In 2020, all was quiet on the shoreline of

Florida’s most western barrier island.

An economic shutdown, a global health crisis, and even an active

hurricane season proved to be no match for the strength and resilience of

the people of Perdido Key. Although the tourism industry was met with

an unwelcomed setback in 2020, it did not stop some devout Perdido Key goers

from visiting their favorite barrier Island for an escape from the insides of their

homes, or to work remotely with a pleasant change of scenery.

If you’re going to Vac-quarant-ation anywhere, you might as well do it in a

place where there is plenty of sunshine, salt air, and a small business economy to

support- what more could you ask for? When planning your next trip to

Perdido Key- rest assured that despite the recent year’s surprises, there are still

plenty of activities and ways to make the perfect vacation in Perdido.

BOOK & MAKE RESERVATIONS EARLY!

One way to make for a stress-free trip to Perdido Key is to book your daily

itinerary plans early. Research the different activities available around the island

and book your stay, make reservations, and coordinate your kayak rentals before

your trip. This is not only going to help you experience the most during your

stay in Perdido, but it is also a great way to support the small business owners

who keep the Perdido community afloat. You may even be able to score a great

deal for booking early!

Added bonus- reservations and rental bookings can make for a much safer

experience when it comes to following any health and safety protocols that may

be in place.

NO LACK FRESH AIR & SUNSHINE

FOR YOUR DAILY ACTIVITIES

Perdido Key is built on the premise of enjoying the great outdoors.

Whether that takes you on a casual sunset sailing cruise on the intercoastal,

fishing for snapper in the gulf, getting lost while biking around local parks, or

just soaking in the rich vitamin D- sunshine on the crystal white sand beaches,

Perdido Key has plenty of space to enjoy your island escape.

Added Bonus- Sunshine kills bacteria, look it up.

WORK REMOTELY WITH A DREAMY OFFICE VIEW

If you are going to work from home, you might as well pick up that home

office and work from the comfort of your very own luxury suite overlooking the

emerald waters of the Gulf of Mexico. Most rentals nowadays come with high

speed internet, so you can show off your classy condo during Zoom meetings

while having the luxury of walking right onto the beach once you are off the

clock.

Added Bonus- You can get fresh oysters and

shrimp po-boys for lunch every day.

SHOPPING SMALL AND EATING BIG

A coastal community built on the foundation of over 90% small businesses, it

is so easy to support a local business owner in Perdido Key. After the 2020

pandemic, many people realized just how important it is to shop small after

watching their favorite mom and pop shop shut their doors for good. In

Perdido Key, there are plenty of small eateries and shops to support during your

stay. Some restaurants will even have their own twist on a local favorite. The

only way to find out which place has your favorite Bushwacker or the best

grouper Rueben would be to try them all!

Added Bonus- The local shops in Perdido Key often carry items from local

Perdido Artists- supporting local art and business is a WIN-WIN!

If the past year has taught us anything, we have learned to enjoy the little

moments we have with family and friends, experience the great outdoors, and

support local businesses as though they are extended family. Perdido Key

radiates with just the kind of positivity we all need when feeling the quarantineblues.

Treat yourself to a little sunshine, salt air, and scenic beaches this year,

with a Perdido Key island experience!


TRAVEL

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ACCOMMODATIONS

PHOTO BY AL FOWLER

ACCOMMODATIONS

IN PERDIDO KEY, YOU CAN FIND RENTAL

PROPERTIES AVAILABLE FOR 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 private homes

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

PHOTO BY AL FOWLER

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

Perdido Beach Resort

27200 Perdido Beach Blvd.


(251) 981-9811

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

VACATION RENTALS

FLORIDA

Beach & Yacht

Club at Perdido Key

16790 Perdido Key Dr.

Pensacola, FL 32507

(866) 521-3522

Eden Condominiums


Pensacola, FL 32507

(850) 492-3336

Holiday Harbor

Marina & Sunset Grille

14050 Canal A Way

Pensacola, FL 32507

(850) 492-1063

iTrip Vacations Perdido Key

13430 Gulf Beach Hwy, PMB#1008

Perdido Key, FL 32507

(850) 898-8583

Key Concepts Realty, Inc.


Pensacola, FL 32507

(850) 492-5462

Luxury Coastal Vacations

13700 Perdido Key Dr., Suite B-120

Pensacola, FL 32507

(850) 332-5120

Meyer Vacation Rentals


Pensacola, FL 32507

(251) 968-7516

SeaSpray Perdido Key


Pensacola, FL 32507

(850) 492-2200

Southern Rentals & Real Estate


Pensacola, FL 32507

(850) 699-7272

Sundown Riverside

Condominium Association


Pensacola, FL 32507

(850) 492-1816

Trident True Travel/

Dream Vacations

6641 Carlinga Dr

Pensacola, FL 32507

(833) 373-2688

Vacasa Vacation Rentals


Palacio Front Desk

Pensacola, FL 32507

(404) 641-9791

Windemere Condominium


Perdido Key, Florida 32507

(615) 566-5106

PHOTO BY AL FOWLER

Needle Rush Point


Pensacola, FL 32507

(850) 492-2180

Palacio at Perdido


Pensacola, FL 32507

(850) 492-4773

Perdido Key Resort Management

13700 Perdido Key Drive, #B122

Pensacola, FL 32507

(850) 492-9999

Perdido Key RV Resort

13770 River Rd.

Pensacola, FL 32507

(850) 492-7304

Perdido Realty

14250 Perdido Key Drive, Unit B


(850) 492-1102

Purple Parrot Village Condominiums


Pensacola, FL 32504

(850) 484-2611

Sandy Key Condominiums

13575 Sandy Key Drive, #117


(850) 492-2101

ALABAMA

Fairfield by Marriott

Orange Beach

3111 Loop Road


(251) 543-4444

ONE Club Gulf Shores

4500 Gulf Shores Parkway

Gulf Shores, AL 36542

(251) 968-3234 | 844- ONE CLUB




(251) 981-9811

Turnkey Vacation Rentals

25405 Perdido Beach Blvd., Suite 24


(888) 512-0498


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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 esc ape 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 fi ll

the bill.

LOTS OF OPTIONS

Ranging from large and luxurious to coastal cottage

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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


Suite 125

Pensacola, FL 32507

Meyer Real Estate

Main: 850-492-6466

Toll Free: 866-639-3735

Equal Housing Opportunity. Each office is independently owned and operated.


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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

VACATION RENTALS

Oering 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

3 Pools / Hot Tub / Tennis Court

Pickle Ball / BBQ with 2 gas grills

Fitness Center

Marina & Boat Launch

WWW.SEASPRAYPERDIDOKEY.COM | RENTALS.SEASPRAY@COX.NET


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1-866-50-PIZZA (74992)

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Far from Ordinary...

Southern Coastal

Kitchen & Taphouse

Great Food, Lively Cocktails & Excellent Service.

251-948-9663 (WOOF)

25753 Canal Road in Orange Beach

www.cosmosrestaurantandbar.com • Catering Available

Good Food

Good FrienDs

GooD Times

251-980-5862 (LUNA)

25689 Canal Road

next to Cosmo’s Restaurant & Bar

www.lunaseatanddrink.com • Catering Available

Contemporary Coastal Cuisine.

Overlooking Wolf Bay

26189 Canal Road

251.980.8400

www.gtsonthebay.com • Catering Available

THE RESTAURANT

Under the Perdido Pass Bridge

in Orange Beach

Catering Available

www.cobaltrestaurant.net

251.923.5300

Named Best Breakfast in Alabama by

PEOPLE Magazine and Yelp!

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

FOOD & DRINK

EAT & DRINK Like a Local

By Emily Klinga

When visiting the gulf

coast, it should be

a part of everyone’s

itineraries to enjoy

our local fare from some of our

favorite area restaurants. Explore

our mix of eateries and find hidden

gems throughout the Perdido Key

Area! Whether you are craving

smoked barbecue, spicy cajun

fare, hand-thrown pizza, sizzling

steaks or fresh local seafood, there

is a hidden gem just waiting to

be found on Perdido Key.

Local dining options are endless in

Perdido Key, experiences range from

fine dining, casual waterfront views,

live music, old favorites, and new

hotspots, each offering their unique

take on Perdido’s coastal flavors.

Perdido Key’s culinary experience

is just the beginning, our local

restaurants also feature a wide range

of custom cocktails, including our

regionally favorite, Bushwhackers!

Looking to add your own

culinary flair to some local catches

in the area? No problem! If you

are not catching your own dinner

after fishing adventures on the

water, visit our local fresh seafood

markets to find the best of the best,

straight from our local waters.

Our favorite Local

Seafood Markets Include:

Perdido Bay Seafood Co.


Pensacola, FL 32507

Joe Patti’s Seafood

524 S. ‘’B’’ Street

Pensacola, FL 32502

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FOOD & DRINK

PERDIDO KEY

DINING GUIDE

ON THE KEY

Cobalt, The Restaurant | cobaltrestaurant.net

The Crab Trap | crabtrapdestin.com/perdido-key

Flora-Bama Loung, Package & Oyster Bar | florabama.com

Flora-Bama Ole-River Grill | florabamaolerivergrill.com

Flora-Bama Yacht Club | florabamayachtclub.com

The Sunset Grill | myholidayharbor.com

Islander Food Shack | islanderfoodshack.com

Jellyfish Restaurant | thejellyfishbar.com

Lillian’s Pan Pizza | lillianspizza.com

Paul’s Pizza Pub | paulspizzaco.com

Perdido Key Sports Bar | perdidosportsbar.com

Purple Parrot Tiki Bar & Grill | facebook.com/PurpleParrotTikiBarandGrill

Shrimp Basket | shrimpbasket.com

ALABAMA

Big Fish Restaurant | bigfishrestaurantbar.com

BuzzCatz Coffee & Sweets | buzzcatzcoffeeandsweets.com

Cactus Cantina- Gulf Shores | mycactuscantina.com

Cactus Cantina- Orange Beach | mycactuscantina.com

Cosmo’s Restaurant & Bar | cosmosrestaurantandbar.com

Fisher’s Restaurant & Playa | fishersobm.com

GTs on The Bay | gtsonthebay.com

Louisiana Lagniappe | thelouisianalagniappe.com

LuLu’s | lulubuffett.com

Luna’s Eat & Drink | lunaseatanddrink.com

ONE Club Gulf Shores | oneclubgulfshores.com

Perdido Beach Resort | perdidobeachresort.com

Tacky Jack’s Orange Beach | tackyjacks.com

FLORIDA

Bad Ass Coffee Co. | badasscoffee.com

Butch’s Bistro & BBQ | butchsbistro.com

Cactus Cantina- Downtown Pensacola | mycactuscantina.com

Fish House | fishhousepensacola.com

Grand Lagoon Yacht Club | grandlagoonyachtclub.com

Hub Stacey’s at The Point | hubstaceys.com

McGuire’s Irish Pub | mcguiresirishpub.com

The Point Restaurant | thepointperdido.com


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PETS

Perdido Pets

By Emily Klinga

Although no dogs are allowed on Escambia County beaches, there are

several places in the Perdido Key area that your furry friends will love!

Perdido Key is loaded with park areas that allow dogs on the

walking trails if they are on a leash. Some great trails for your

four-legged friend to explore include the Discovery Trail on Johnson Beach, Big

Lagoon State Park, and Tarkiln Bayou State Park. There are also numerous dog

parks in the area for some off-leash fun. These include River Road Dog Park and

Bill Dickson Dog Park in Florida and Lake Shelby at Gulf State Park in Alabama.

PERDIDO KEY IS FLOODED

WITH PARK AREAS THAT

ALLOW DOGS ON THE

WALKING TRAILS IF

THEY ARE ON A LEASH!

If you are thinking about bringing

your pet with you on vacation, there

are many pet-friendly accommodations

available through rental agencies on

Perdido Key. Be sure to call or book

in advanced to be sure that what

you are looking for is available.

One of the best things about the

local restaurants in Perdido is that

many of them are pet friendly. If you have your pet out for a fun day on the

water, some great dining options for you and your pet

include, The Sunset Grille, Hub Stacey’s, the Flora-

Bama Yacht Club, Tacky Jack’s in Orange Beach

and more. Many pet-friendly restaurants will offer

a fresh bowl of water and sometimes even a treat!

See our listing of great pet-friendly businesses

and services in the Perdido area. Be sure to

check with the business beforehand or check

the member directory on our website,

visitperdido.com, for the most

up to date pet-friendly

options during

your stay.

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PETS

Pet Friendly

IN & 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 & Sweets

25689 Canal Road, Suite A


(251) 980-2899

Cosmo's Restaurant & Bar

25753 Canal Road


(251) 948-9663

Flora-Bama Ole River Grill



(850) 483-6262

Flora-Bama Yacht Club


Pensacola, FL 32507

(850) 525-4460

The Sunset Grille at

Holiday Harbor Marina

14050 Canal A Way

Pensacola, FL 32507

(850) 492-1063

Hub Stacey's at the Point

5851 Galvez Road


(850) 497-0071

Islander Food Shack


Pensacola, FL 32507

(850) 378-8202

VETERINARIAN

Lost Key Animal Clinic

4190 Bauer Rd.

Pensacola, FL 32506

(850) 492-6878

EXERCISE


12301 Gulf Beach Hwy

Pensacola, FL 32507

Bill Dickson Dog Park

3151 Fenceline Road

Pensascola, FL 32507

Gulf State Park at Lake Shelby

20115 Alabama 135


Discovery Trail at Johnson Beach

Johnson Beach Road

Pensacola, FL 32507

Lexington Terrace

900 S Corry Field Road

Pensacola, FL 32507

River Road Dog Park

14484 River Road

Pensacola, FL 32507

Tarkiln Bayou State Park

2401 Bauer Road

Pensacola, FL 32506

Luna's Eat & Drink

25689 Canal Road


(251) 980-5862

Perdido Key Sports Bar


Pensacola, FL 32507

(850) 332-6403

Shrimp Basket

14600 Perdido Key Dr,

Pensacola, FL 32507

(850) 492-1970


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In memory of

BILL STROMQUIST

A resident of Perdido Key for over 30 years, who served the community in many

capacities including as former director of the Perdido Key Area Chamber of

Commerce. Bill was tirelessly dedicated to the betterment of the area and also

served on the Board of the Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo, the Friends of the Southwest

Branch Library, was President of Secret Santa, the charity organization of the

Pirates of Lost Treasure, and served on the Escambia Board of Adjustments. Bill

will always be remembered for all he did for the Perdido Key Community.

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RUNS &

RACES 2021

We will most likely be confronted with COVID-19 related

changes in upcoming races. Please check with race organizers

for the most up to date information on upcoming races.

In order to keep both participants and spectators safe, please be sure to follow

safety guidelines such as wearing a mask, following modified wave/time trial start

and modified award ceremonies, and of course promoting social distancing.

Big Beach Marathon,

Half Marathon & Safari 7K

Gulf Shores, AL - January 30

2021 Double Bridge Run

Pensacola, FL - February 6

I Pink I Can Run

Flora-Bama Lounge, February 27

44th Annual McGuire’s 5K Run

McGuire’s Restaurant

Pensacola, FL - March 13

Blue Angels Rock N Fly

Half Marathon and 5K

Naval Air Station (NAS)

Pensacola, FL - March 2021

Flora-Bama's 8th Annual Beach

Run/Walk for America's Warriors

Flora-Bama Lounge - March 20

ZarZaur Law Maritime De

Luna Youth Duathlon

Pensacola’s Community

Maritime Park - March 28

5th Annual Run the

Coast- Summer Series

Gulf Shores, AL- April 1

Zydeco Crawfish Festival

5K Run/Competitive Walk

Gulf Shores, AL - April 17

Flora-Bama Mullet Man Triathlon

Flora-Bama - April 17

Pensacola Triathlon

Pensacola Bay - April 26

Fiesta of Five Flags 10K & 5K

Downtown Pensacola FL - May 1

Graffiti Bridge 5k Run/Walk

Graffiti Bridge, Pensacola, FL- May 29

Paradise Island 5K Run/Walk event

Orange Beach, AL - May 30

Ronald McDonald House

Firecracker 5k

Seville Quarter, Pensacola, FL - July 3

The Shark Run 5k/2.5 Mile

& 1 mile Adventure Run

Orange Beach, AL - July 4-5

Running of the Bulls Pensacola

Downtown Pensacola, FL- July 15

Bloody Mary 5K Run/

Competitive Walk

Gulf Shores, AL- September 4

Semper Fi 5K Charity Run

Pensacola, FL- September 9

Shrimp Fest 5k

Gulf Shores, AL- October

Heron trot 5K

Big Lagoon State Park- November

Sunset Grille Dog Walk/Run

Holiday Harbor Marina and

Sunset Grille - November 2021

Pensacola Turkey Trot 5K

Seville Square,

Pensacola, FL - November

Make it to the Line Run/Walk

Flora-Bama - December


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HIKING

WalkingTrails

IN PERDIDO

It is always a good idea to let others, who are not hiking, know

where you are hiking. We also recommend hiking with others.

• You should bring a cell phone for contact if needed,

as most of the trails have cell service.

• Bring good shoes for hiking through different types of

terrain, which could be wet or even made up of loose sand.

• The sun in Perdido can be intense and summer temperatures

can be high and made more extreme by the local

humidity. Plenty of water and sunscreen are a must!

• Bring your choice of insect protection

to repel any biting insects.

By Rick O’Connor & Emily Klinga

We hope you enjoy exploring trails in Perdido Key. Be

sure to take plenty of pictures! #purelyperdido

BETTIE &

CRAWFORD

RAINWATER

NATURAL

PRESERVE TRAIL

Bettie and Crawford

Rainwater donated the

2347-acre property for a nature

preserve, which is now managed

by the Nature Conservancy. The 2.8-

mile out-and-back trail traverses over

pitcher plant bogs and longleaf

pine forest ending at an old

bridge near Perdido River.

Trailhead is located

at 5955 Hurst

Hammock Road.

BAYOU MARCUS

WATER RECLAMATION

FACILITY NATURE

BOARDWALK

The Emerald Coast Utility Authority

operates a wastewater treatment facility

on Bayou Marcus just off of Blue

Angel Parkway. The Boardwalk is built

above the Bayou Marcus Wetlands,

offering visitors an opportunity to walk

through an authentic Northwest

Florida wetland ecosystem, which

provides spectacular views, and an

up-close opportunity to see wildlife

that is indigenous to the area. The

abundance of fresh, clean water, which

is reclaimed water from the BMWRF

averaging approximately, 6.2 million

gallons per day, keeps the large and

diverse bird population, as well as,

white tailed deer, osceola turkeys,

gray foxes, raccoons, rabbits, beavers,

bobcats, turtles, otters, snakes, and

even alligators on and around the site.

Trailhead is located at 3050 Fayal Drive.

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THE WAY

If you are looking to enjoy the

great outdoors at a shorter

distance- then The Way

is the perfect trail for

you! The entire trail

spans 0.32 miles

and includes

three distinct

environments in a

compact setting,

including uplands,

wetlands, and

coastal ecosystems!

This is a great place

to find not only

native plants and

animals, but also migratory

birds and butterflies flocking

towards the large variety of plants,

trees and bushes during their spring and

fall migrations! Find this trail located behind

the Perdido Bay United Methodist Church.

Trailhead located at 13660 Innerarity Point Road.

TARKILN BAYOU

PRESERVE STATE PARK

Tarkiln Bayou Preserve

is home to four

species of

endangered

pitcher plants, as

well as other rare and

endangered plant species.

The 4290-acre preserve is part

of the Big Lagoon State Park System,

and offers hiking, wildlife viewing and

picnicking along the half-mile, accessible Tarkiln

Bayou Trail. The sidewalk and elevated boardwalk

meanders through prairie, cypress, and titi tree forests.

Benches along the trail provide areas for reflection. When

the trail ends, the observation area provides a scenic view of

the bayou. Nature photography is immensely popular during

the spring and fall wildflower displays. For the adventurous,

a rugged 6.5-mile Perdido Bay trail provides access to the

bayshore beach. This trail crosses seepage streams and muddy

areas as it makes its way through the oaks and pines.

Trailhead located at 2401 Bauer Road.

LAFITTE REEF TRAIL

The Lafitte Reef Road

Trail is actually a part of the

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

trail is a quick 0.8 miles, marked

with orange trail markers and

complete with a bench to take in

all the views at the end of the trail.

HIKING

Trailhead located at the end of

Lafitte Road, off of Perdido Key Drive.

BIG LAGOON

STATE PARK

One can find several amazing

trails in this great state park. The

first is an easy boardwalk trip around

the small lagoon and east beach. There is

plenty of parking here, a restroom and even

an outdoor shower. The boardwalk connects

two pavilions, which are separated by soft sand.

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.


is located at 12301

Gulf Beach Hwy.

DISCOVERY TRAIL

AT ROSAMOND

JOHNSON BEACH

Discover this railed boardwalk trail within

Gulf Islands National Seashore- Johnson Beach

Area. You will need a National Park Pass or pay an

entrance fee to access this trail. This charming trail is only

0.4 miles and is handicap accessible. The trail winds through

coastal habitats and offers a pleasant birding experience.

Trailhead located at 13233 Johnson Beach Rd


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WILDLIFE

Perdido Key

SPECIES OF INTEREST

By SeaGrant/ Escambia County

Welcome to Perdido Key! In addition to the white sand beaches and emerald green waters of the

Gulf of Mexico, Perdido Key is home to some pretty unique wildlife. These six species are a small

sampling of the unique and wonderful biodiversity that exists on Perdido Key.

PERDIDO KEY BEACH MOUSE

The star of Perdido Key, this tiny, light

colored mouse makes its home in the

coastal dunes. It is found nowhere else

in the world and is considered critically

endangered by the US Fish and Wildlife

Service. By eating and storing seeds,

this small mouse ensures the stability

and resilience of our dune ecosystems,

in addition to being an important link

in the barrier island food chain.

SHOREBIRDS

Ground-nesting shorebirds

can be seen both as yearlong

residents and nesting

season visitors. Their nests

are little more than shallow

depressions scraped out of the

sand. Their eggs and chicks are well

camouflaged to avoid predators. Keep

pets on a leash and stay out of posted

nesting areas to protect these avian residents.

SEA TURTLES

Four species of sea turtles nest on Perdido

Key’s beaches, May-October of each year.

Nesting females dig their egg chambers high

on the sandy beaches and after two months

of incubating, the tiny hatchling turtles will

race to the Gulf of Mexico to begin their

lives. Make sure to remove your personal

belongings from the beach each night and

turn off exterior lights when not in use to

protect nesting and hatchling turtles.

PHOTO BY JAMIE REEVES

The three species listed here are covered under the

Perdido Key Habitat Conservation Plan (HCP).

The HCP is designed to protect the animals, plants, and habitats that make Perdido

Key such a special place through habitat conservation and impact management.

Escambia County’s Natural Resources Department monitors protected

species covered by the plan and works with community partners to

ensure compliance with the management requirements.

For more information about species found on Perdido Key or the

Habitat Conservation Plan visit: www.myescambia.com/pkhcp.

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WILDLIFE

MANATEES

Manatees, or Sea Cows, are a relatively

new sight on Perdido Key, thought

to be transient visitors from the

eastern Panhandle. These gentle,

slow moving herbivores are usually

spotted feeding on aquatic vegetation

or resting near the surface.

Boaters should be on the look-out for

manatees at the surface, especially when

entering a marina or approaching a dock.

COTTONMOUTHS (Water Moccasins)

The Cottonmouth, or Water Moccasin,

is only one of several snakes that live on

the Key. These large-bodied snakes are

venomous, but not aggressive. They can

be spotted sunning themselves in the early

morning and evening hours and are most

active after dark. If spotted, these snakes should

be given a wide berth and left alone. Routine

yard maintenance and proactive management can

deter these snakes from your home and yard.

BEACH VITEX

This invasive plant is a new occurrence on

Perdido Key, but can have disastrous impacts if

left unchecked. Introduced as a dune stabilizer, this

weed quickly outcompetes native plants and takes over

dune habitats, which is bad news for native species.

Its runners can be up to 40 feet long and joined by

one large taproot, making manual removal difficult.

WHERE TO SEE WILDLIFE

Sixty-percent of Perdido Key is protected, public land. Gulf Islands

National Seashore and Perdido Key State Park offer miles of

uninterrupted beaches and plenty of chances for wildlife viewing.

Just remember to stay on posted trails and avoid marked

nesting areas. Bring your binoculars so you can get a good

view while giving wild animals plenty of space!

Manatee and Beach Vitex sightings should be reported to FL

Sea Grant agent Rick O’Connor at (850) 475-5230 or roc1@ufl.edu.


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WILDLIFE

INVASIVE

Lionfish

IN THE GULF

THIS IS AN INVASIVE SPECIES THAT THREATENS THE WELL-

BEING OF CORAL REEFS AND OTHER MARINE ECOSYSTEMS,

INCLUDING THE COMMERCIALLY AND RECREATIONALLY

IMPORTANT FISHERIES THAT DEPEND ON THEM.

By Emily Klinga/Info from Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

You may have heard of or seen

lionfish during your visit

to the Gulf coast, maybe

you even were able to visit

during the Annual Lionfish Removal

and Awareness Festival held in nearby

Destin each May. But did you know

the reason behind the festival was to

REMOVE these beautiful fish from our

area? This is because the lionfish is an

invasive species to our native waters. A

tropical predatory fish from the Indo-

Pacific region, the lionfish was introduced

to Florida waters by an aquarium

release in the 1980’s. Since then, the

lionfish have been successfully living

and reproducing in the Gulf of Mexico,

Atlantic Ocean, and Caribbean Sea.

The lionfish is an invasive species to

our area, meaning that they were brought

to our area by people, causing negative

impacts like introducing diseases to

preying on native species. Invasive species

have characteristics that allow them to

outcompete native species and change

biodiversity, community structure, and

ecosystem processes in a region. The

lionfish are the most damaging, best

established, and most rapidly expanding

of all marine fish invasions to date.

There is essentially no marine habitat

that lionfish have not been able to invade.

They can be found in artificial and natural

reefs, shallow-inshore environments

within bays, estuaries, and rivers, and

in deeper waters offshore. As a demersal

species, lionfish enjoy living on the

ocean floor, under ledges overhangs and

in crevices. This makes scuba diving an

exceptionally fun and efficient way to find

and fish out the lionfish. If you do decide

to scuba dive for some lionfish- be careful!

Lionfish have 18 venomous spines used

strictly for defense. A lionfish sting can be

profoundly serious and

make one extremely

sick, a sting usually

requires hospital care.

One reason that

lionfish are considered

invasive in our area

is their tendency to

prey on local fish that

are economically and

ecologically important

such as grouper, snapper, shrimp, crab,

and baitfish. Over 90 different species

have been found in the stomachs of

lionfish. Lionfish can swallow prey

over half of their body size and swallow

it whole. Lionfish are opportunistic

generalists- meaning they will prey

on any convenient species and rotate

their diet based on what is most easily

available. This is extremely dangerous to

the population of native fish, as fewer

juveniles mean fewer adult populations

of native fish are unable to be replaced as

they are removed through fishing, disease,

or age- risking a population collapse.

Lionfish also prey on algae-eaters, which

causes a shift to an algae-dominated

habitat and damages coral reef structures.

There is no known control mechanism

for lionfish in the invaded range- no

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Lionfish

FAST FACTS

Introduction

INVASION CURVE

Rapid

Growth

Invasion Peak

Short

Decline

TIME

parasites, diseases or predators that

consistently target lionfish. Native

predators do not recognize them as prey,

probably due to their unique coloration

of bright red and orange coloring and

pattern- this typically signifies a warning

sign that they are potentially dangerous

Level Population

and venomous. Humans are

the only known consistent

predator that can remove

lionfish from the ecosystem.

It is estimated that removing

65% of adult lionfish on a

reef will allow native predators

to re-establish the ecosystem.

There is no size limit or bag

limit for harvesting lionfish.

People may harvest as many

as they like of any size.

To learn more about the

lionfish, visit www.MyFWC.com/Lionfish,

or stop by the Perdido

Key Visitor’s Center

located at 15500 Perdido

Key Drive to see live

lionfish in the famous

pirate ship fish tank.

• The two species of lionfish

that have invaded Florida

waters are the Red Lionfish

(Pterois volitans) and the Devil

Firefish (Pterois miles).

• Lionfish are slow moving

and relatively easy to capture

with dip nets or spears

• Currently have no significant

predators in the Atlantic,

Caribbean and Gulf of Mexico

• Consume a wide variety of

economically and ecologically

important fish and invertebrates

• Can tolerate a wide range

of water temperature,

salinity and depth

• Have 18 venomous spines that

can cause painful wounds

• Are not aggressive and use their

venomous spines only for defense

• Can exceed 18 inches in length,

but most are less than 15 inches

• Have free floating egg

masses that are distributed

by ocean currents

• Can release up to 30,000

eggs per spawn

• Spines are not hollow like

snake fangs. Instead, venomous

glandular tissue is housed in

grooves along the spine

• Stalk predators and often use

their fins to herd prey into a corner

before consuming them whole

• Able to consume prey that are

more than half of their own length

If stung, apply heatthis

neutralizes the

toxin preventing it from

spreading through the

bloodstream.


FISHING

FISHING CHARTERS

AND

BOAT

DOLPHIN &

BOAT CRUISES

Dolphin Cruises Aboard

the ‘’Cold Mil Fleet”

5749 Bay la Launch Ave.


(251) 943-3510

Sail Wild Hearts

25328 Canal Rd.


(251) 981-6700

Cruises

PHOTO BY BRAD SAUERS

CHARTER BOATS

All Jack’D Up Charters

5851 Galvez Road

Pensacola, FL 32507

(850) 384-9059

Entertainer Charters, LLC


Pensacola, FL 32507

(850) 934-1613

Flora-Bama Marina & Fishing

29603 Perdido Beach Boulevard


(251) 980-5222

Hooked Up Inshore Charters

1971 Merlin Road

Pensacola, FL 32506

(251) 752-8009

Niuhi Dive Charters

10121 Sinton Drive

Pensacola, FL 32507

(850) 529-2475

Reel Surprise Charters

Reel Surprise Marina

27267 Perdido Beach Blvd, Ste. 100


(251) 981-7173

San Roc Cay Marina



(251) 981-7173

Zeke’s Landing Marina



(251) 981-4044

BAIT & TACKLE

GoFishRedFish Bait and Tackle



(251) 402-5727

Lost Key Tackle


Pensacola, Fl 32507

(850) 361-1145

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G oo d Tii m e s

a r e o n t h e

H o ri zon!

FishFloraBama.com

BOATING

Recreational Boating

IN THE PERDIDO KEY AREA

By Emily Klinga

Thinking of renting a boat or bringing your own vessel to explore the ways

of the water here in Perdido Key? Then you definitely do not want to

miss these boating hot spots in the area! Be sure to pack lots of sunscreen

because you will want to enjoy these exclusive local boating sites all day long.

BOATING ISLANDS IN ALABAMA

If you have ever driven over the Alabama Point Bridge, you

have probably seen a large collection of boats anchoring on

the nearby collection of islands, you probably saw the ever so

popular Robinson Island. This boating hot spot is located in Terry

Cove, just north of Perdido Pass and is only accessible by boat.

Walker Island is located just to the east of Robinson Island. This

island features a scenic lagoon and a long spit of white sand. This is

another great location to anchor and spend the day outside on the water.

Another special island near Alabama point is Bird Island,

named for its large collection of local birds that call the area

home. Bird Island has a large south facing beach, great for

watching those beautiful Perdido Key Sunsets!

BOATING AROUND PENSACOLA

If you want to explore other boating hotspots on the

Florida side of the line, Fort McRae is a popular spot

on the eastern tip of Perdido Key. Fort McRae

was a historic military fort constructed by the

United States to defend Pensacola and its

natural harbor, accompanied by Fort Pickens, and

Fort Barrancas. Located just outside the Naval Air

Station Pensacola, this is a great location to watch the

Blue Angels Homecoming Show or any of their frequent

practices throughout the week when they are in town.

Further east towards Pensacola Beach, Fort Pickens is in fact

quicker to get to by boat than by car. Located on the western tip of

Pensacola Beach, Fort Pickens is included in the Gulf Island National

Seashore and is a historical US fort named after American Revolutionary

War Hero Andrew Pickens. The area includes tons of historical information

about the fort and how it was built to defend Pensacola during the civil war.

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BOATING

BOAT LAUNCHES & MARINAS

CHECK OUT THESE LAUNCH LOCATIONS FOR YOUR BOAT,

JET-SKI, KAYAK, CANOE OR PADDLE BOARD AS YOUR

GATEWAY TO THE QUIET WATERS OF THE INTERCOASTAL

AND THE ADVENTUROUS SEAS OF THE GULF, FOR THE

PERFECT WAY TO RELAX AND PLAY ON THE WATER.

BOAT LAUNCHES

Big Lagoon Boat Launch

at Big Lagoon State Park

5891 Galvez Road

Pensacola, FL 32507

Cotton Bayou Boat Launch



Galvez Landing

5891 Galvez Road

Pensacola, FL 32507

Lillian Boat Launch

12297 S. 7th Street

Lillian, AL 36549

MARINAS

Fishers Restaurant & Playa

27075 Marina Road

Orange Beach, Al 36561

(251) 981-7305

Flora-Bama Marina & Fishing



(251) 980-5222

Grand Lagoon Yacht Club

10653 Gulf Beach Highway

Pensacola, FL 32507

(850) 607-7569

Holiday Harbor

Marina & Sunset Grille

14050 Canal A Way

Pensacola, FL 32507

(850) 492-1063

Lost Key Golf Club

625 Lost Key Dr.

Pensacola, FL 32507

(850) 549-2161

Perdido Key RV & Marina

13770 River Road

Pensacola, FL 32507

(850) 492-7304

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27267 Perdido Beach Blvd


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(251) 981-4044

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13726 River Rd.

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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.

Golf

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

VisitPerdido.com

for upcoming events.

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PHOTO BY CARON SJOBER

Adventure Island



Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo

1204 Gulf Shores Pkwy.


Fast Eddies Fun Center

505 W. Michigan Avenue

Pensacola, FL 32505

Friends SW

Branch Library FNDN


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

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2081 Radford Blvd.

Pensacola, FL 32508

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Day Tripping

IN THE PERDIDO KEY AREA

GULF SHORES & ORANGE BEACH, AL

Sitting just on the other side of the state-line are Perdido’s friendly,

neighboring cities- Orange Beach and Gulf Shores, Alabama. With

many great places for food, shopping, and entertainment, such as

Waterville, Adventure Island, the Track 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, 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.

PHOTO BY KIM BRUNGRABER

GOING TO OR FROM PERDIDO KEY,

YOU CAN DISCOVER SOME OF THE

BEST DAY-TRIPS AROUND!

By Emily Klinga

GULF ISLANDS NATIONAL SEASHORE

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

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 coast’s 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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BIRD WATCHING

Bird Watching

IN PERDIDO KEY

PHOTO BY AARON DELAUNE

WE ARE ABLE

TO SUPPORT

ECOSYSTEMS

SUITABLE FOR MANY

WILDLIFE IN THE

PERDIDO KEY AREA,

A HAVEN FOR MORE

THAN 300 BIRD

SPECIES.

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


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

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

Camping

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RECREATION AREA


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1400 Fort Pickens Road

Pensacola Beach, FL 32561

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PARKS

Parks

ALABAMA POINT

Caribe Road


BIG LAGOON STATE PARK


Pensacola, FL 32507

COTTON BAYOU



GULF ISLANDS

NATIONAL SEASHORE

(ROSAMOND JOHNSON BEACH)

1401 E. Gregory Street

Pensacola FL, 32502

GULF STATE PARK

20115 AL-135


LILLIAN RECREATION PARK

12749 S Perdido Street

Lillian, AL 36549

PERDIDO KEY KIDS PARK


Pensacola, FL 32507

PERDIDO KEY STATE PARK


Pensacola, FL 32507

TARKILN BAYOU

PRESERVE STATE PARK

2401 Bauer Road

Pensacola, FL 32506


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Sunset

Weddings

ARE THE BEST

PICTURE THIS, THE SKY

WITH ALL THE BEAUTIFUL

COLORS OF PINK, PEACH,

YELLOW, AND PURPLE,

PLAYING WITH THE

GENTLE BLUE THAT WILL

BE LIGHTING UP YOUR

WEDDING SUNSET.

By Karen Qualls, Beach Bride Weddings LLC

You are one of many getting married in 2021 and

have been debating the wedding time. Since you

are getting married on the beach in Perdido Key,

Florida, you should seriously think about the sunset.

Why? you ask, why not midday? The simple answer

here brides- the sun is going to be very bright and hot

midday. Makeup will melt, guests will be thirsty, flowers

will wilt, and you, in a lovely dress, walking across the

sand, will sweat. That is surely not the dreamy wedding

you had in mind. The Sunset is a different moment.

Picture this, the sky with all the beautiful colors

of pink, peach, yellow, and purple, playing with the

gentle blue that will be lighting up your wedding

sunset. The temperature will have dropped a few

degrees, and a light breeze is blowing in. Not only

will you be happy, so will your guests. As you glide

across the sand and down the aisle, many happy

faces shall be smiling at you. And you will be more

comfortable because you will not have the sun beating

down on you, which will put you in a better mood.

Now isn’t that better than midday? You know it is!

Another reason to consider a sunset wedding is

there will not be as many people on the beach. Most

people visiting Perdido Key will be here for a vacation

and enjoying the beach during the day. You may even

be doing it yourself before your ceremony with your

sweetheart. Most visitors leave around 4 pm in the

summer to get cleaned up to go to

a local restaurant for dinner. Fewer

people on the beach will add to your

ceremony’s ambiance and be a moment

where the two of you bond deeply.

Photography at sunset cannot

be beat! The soft blush of

sunset complements all skin

tones. Not only the bride but

mothers and grandmothers will

look beautiful in photos as well. The

picture of the bride and groom walking

into the sunset and the beginning of

a life together cannot be matched.

We’ve seen some beautiful sunsets

on the beach with happy couples, and it’s a

moment in time you will never forget.

By now, you are getting the message. Sunsets are

glorious here. If you have never seen one try to book

your accommodations a couple of days early so you can

sit on the beach and enjoy the beauty yourself. Have the

person you love beside you and together watch the last

rays of the sun fall into the sea. Now that’s romance.

Looking forward to seeing you on the beach!

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WEDDINGS

There may be no other day in your life that you want a certain level of flawlessness, than your 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.

.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


(251) 968-3234 | 844-

ONE CLUB

4500 Gulf Shores

Parkway


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


(251) 981-7305

fishersobm.com

Sally’s Island Catering

(850) 554-2956

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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FORFreeFree

THINGS TO DO

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 BLUE ANGELS

2 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 to visit

3 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

4 PATHS 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

5 FISH 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

6 observation tower

and be a captain the giant

pirate’s ship or walk the plank

at PERDIDO KIDS PARK.

Attend story time at

7 SOUTHWEST BRANCH LIBRARY.

Walk the family-friendly JOHNSON

8 BEACH DISCOVERY TRAIL,

which is half-mile stroll each way.

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

10 direct at the ranger

station and spot rare birds

on the Great Florida Birding and

Wildlife Trail in BIG LAGOON STATE

PARK.

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 OF NORTHWEST

18 FLORIDA, which cares for orphaned and

injured animals. Open for visitors and volunteers!

Go snorkeling for sand dollars at JOHNSON BEACH.

19 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.

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ART

Art

Galleries

Artworks Studio and Gallery

13700 Perdido Key Dr, Suite #224


Coastal Art Center

of Orange Beach

26389 Canal Rd


Perdido Artist Gallery & Gifts

5660 Segura Ave

Pensacola, FL 32507

Quayside Art Gallery

17 E. Zarragoza St

Pensacola, FL 32502

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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.

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 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.

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.

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.

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HISTORY

Military

IN PERDIDO KEY

By Emily Klinga

Pensacola has a deep-rooted

history of military presence

positioned by our very own

Naval Air Station (NAS)

Pensacola. Proclaimed a Naval

Air Station in 1914, NAS Pensacola

is renowned as the “Cradle of Naval

Aviation” supporting the initial flight

training operations for the US Navy,

Marine Corps, and

Coast Guard for every

naval aviator, naval flight

officer and enlisted

aircrewman. It is no

wonder that the

Greater Pensacola

area is also home

to more than 35,000

military retirees.

PENSACOLA

IS THE FIRST

DUTY STATION

APPOINTED TO

THEM AMONG

MANY DURING

THEIR AVIATION

TRACK.

Military personnel

and their families have proven to

give back to the Pensacola community

as well. According to the Northwest

Florida Economic Development Alliance,

FloridaWest, “The Department of Defense

(DoD) is the largest economic engine

in Greater Pensacola, with more than

$7.8 billion in total economic impact.”

As NAS Pensacola brings many military

personnel and their families through town,

the local businesses and organizations love

to show their support through various

forms of military appreciation. Annual

appreciation opportunities include the

Rosamond Johnson Day at Rosamond

Johnson Beach, Star Spangled Salute:

Military Appreciation Festival, Red, White

& Birdies Spring Golf Classic, Wreaths

Across America, various fundraisers for

the USO, and so much more! These

simple acts of appreciation from local

businesses and community members show

dedication to those who serve

our country, community,

and businesses every day.

To many young and eager

flight students pursuing

their aviation careers,

Pensacola is the first

duty station appointed to

them among many during

their aviation track. A very

welcomed duty station

with access to beautiful beaches

right out the base’s back gate and a

plethora of recreation opportunities

onboard such as golf, sailing, scuba

diving, and much more. NAS Pensacola

features civilian friendly activities as

well, including the National Naval

Aviation Museum, the National Flight

Academy, and the Pensacola Lighthouse.

Visitors and locals can oftentimes

catch the sight of the famous Blue

Angels flight demonstration squadron

practicing above their home base.

NAS Pensacola is the launch point for

naval aviator’s service in the sky, but for

many it represents much more- a harbor

of amazing memories and perhaps life

changing moments that will never be

forgotten. After traveling the country

and the world pursuing their duties, it

is common for many military retirees

to choose Pensacola as their hometown

and ideal retirement destination.

Next is a testimonial of the experience

of a Marine Corps Pilot and his family

who made the very decision to return

to Pensacola, a story that many in

Pensacola who lived similar

paths can truly relate to.

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(Some names and identifying

details have been changed to protect

the privacy of individuals.)

In 1990, Robert was attending flight

school as a Marine Corps Pilot in training.

He was having the time of his life living in

a condo on the beach in Perdido Key with

one of his fellow flight school buddies,

of course just walking distance from

the world-famous Flora-Bama. Robert

had so many amenities living the coastal

lifestyle, one of his favorites being the

vast amount of water recreation available.

He especially loved spending days scuba

diving and spearfishing in the gulf.

One night, Robert met Faye while

enjoying the nightlife in nearby downtown

Pensacola. They met at Trader Jon’s, which

was the watering hole of choice for U.S.

Military pilots who trained in Pensacolaknown

for the eccentric owner Martin

“Trader Jon” Weissman and his massive

collection of Navy memorabilia. Faye,

the sweet, homegrown Alabama girl,

did not realize at the time, that within

the next two years she herself would be

inducted into the military way of life.

**Sidenote: (While Trader Jon’s officially

closed its doors in 2003, it is marked by

a historical landmark sign at its original

location on South Palafox street!)

Before leaving Perdido Key for Robert’s

next military assignment, Robert and

Faye were married at the Naval Aviation

Memorial Chapel located onboard NAS

Pensacola. The beautiful ceremony

concluded with a traditional military

saber arch to salute the newlyweds.

Dressed in uniform, Robert’s squadron

friends lined up in formation just outside

the chapel doorway. On command, the

saber team raised their swords in a high

arch and presented the married couple

as they proceeded through the arch,

where Faye was officially welcomed to the

Marine Corps. The ceremony followed

with a lovely reception with family and

friends at the Mustin Beach Officers

Club overlooking Pensacola Bay.

Life carried on for Robert and Faye

after Pensacola- they had three amazing

children, moved around to six different

states, and created many incredible

memories with new family and friends

along the way. Years later, Robert ended

his active-duty service, but remained a part

of the Marine Corps Reserves- continuing

to work as a pilot in both the civilian

and military sectors. After their youngest

child graduated high school and left for

college, Robert officially retired from the

Marine Corps, after 32 years of service.

Robert and Faye were ready to

choose where they wanted to spend

the rest of their lives together.

Needless to say, the decision was a no

brainer- back to where it had all begun

and where they made so many of their

fondest memories- back to the place where

old friends resided, and the military-loving

community felt like family. Pensacola

was a place where they could cherish old

memories and make new ones for many

years to come. How could they resist

a destination with idyllic white sand

beaches, year-round breathtaking sunsets,

and temperate beach-perfect weather?

Since their return to Perdido Key,

Robert and Faye have been able to share

their experiences with their children.

Their oldest son even began his own

career in the U.S. Navy, coming through

NAS Pensacola for his training as a Naval

Flight Officer. Robert was more than

honored with the exceptional experience

of pinning the wings of gold on his son at

NAS Pensacola, the place where his very

own military aviation journey began.

Today, Robert and Faye live happily

in the Perdido Key area while enjoying

boating, fishing, golfing, eating

oysters and sipping bushwhackers.

They have crossed paths with many

other military families who share their

story and their love of Pensacola.


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THINGS TO-DO

Year Round

NO NEED TO WAIT FOR SUMMER WHEN THERE’S SO

MUCH TO DO ON PERDIDO KEY ALL YEAR LONG!

We will most likely be confronted with COVID-19 related changes

in upcoming events. Please check with event organizers for the

most up to date information on upcoming events.

In order to keep all participants safe, please be sure to follow

safety guidelines such as wearing a mask, following modified

guidelines, and of course promoting social distancing.

JANUARY

Flora-Bama Polar Dip

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

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

29th Orange Beach Seafood Festival & Car Show

Snowbird Hootenanny: Sweetheart Saloon

MARCH

St. Pawty’s Day at OWA

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

Cox Diamond Invitational/NCAA Baseball

Subway High School All-Stars Basketball

NAIA Tennis

Bayou Hills Run

46th Annual Orange Beach Festival of Art

The Original German Sausage in Festival Elberta, AL

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

2021 Waterway Village Zydeco &

Crawfish Festival & 5K Run in Pensacola, FL

Fiesta Pensacola

Perdido Chamber Annual Luau

MAY

Rosamond Johnson Day

Lionfish Removal and Awareness Day

Pensacola Crawfish Festival

National Collegiate Beach Volleyball Championship

2021 NAIA Outdoor Track &

Field National Championship

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

World Ocean Day

Fiesta of 5 Flags

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JULY

Flora-Bama All American BBQ Party

The Shark Adventure Run

Senior Scholar Athletes Awards Banquet

Ronald McDonald House Firecracker 5K

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

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

Various Commuity Trunk or Treat Events

Songwriters at Sunset

Halloween Costume Contest at the Flora-Bama

49th Annual Shrimp Festival in Gulf Shores, AL

The Original German Sausage Festival in Elberta, AL

NOVEMBER

Frank Brown International Songwriters Festival

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

Perdido Shop Hop

DECEMBER

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

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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.....................................................................85

AIRCRAFT SALES & INSTRUCTION ..................................................85

ARCHITECTS & CONSTRUCTION ......................................................85

ART..........................................................................................................85

ASSISTED LIVING.................................................................................85

ATTORNEYS...........................................................................................85

ATTRACTIONS.......................................................................................85

AUTO MAINTENANCE......................................................................... 86

BAIT & TACKLE..................................................................................... 86

BEACH SERVICES................................................................................ 86

BEAUTY & SPAS................................................................................... 86

BEVERAGE DISTRIBUTION ............................................................... 86

CAR WASH............................................................................................ 86

CASUAL DINING................................................................................... 86

CATERING SERVICES...........................................................................87

CLEANING SERVICES...........................................................................87

CLUBS.....................................................................................................87

COFFEEHOUSE.....................................................................................87

COMMERCIAL & RESIDENTIAL SERVICES ......................................87

COMMUNITY SERVICES & INFORMATION.......................................88

CONSULTING.........................................................................................88

CULTURE & ENTERTAINMENT ...........................................................88

DENTISTRY............................................................................................88

EDUCATION...........................................................................................88

FINANCIAL PLANNING........................................................................88

FINE DINING..........................................................................................88

FIREARMS..............................................................................................88

FISHING..................................................................................................88

FITNESS CENTERS...............................................................................89

FLORIST..................................................................................................89

FRESH SEAFOOD..................................................................................89

GOLF.......................................................................................................89

GOVERNMENT.......................................................................................89

GROCERIES............................................................................................89

HOME BUILDERS...................................................................................89

HOME OWNER/CONDO ASSOCIATIONS .........................................89

HOME REPAIR & MAINTENANCE ......................................................89

HOTELS.................................................................................................. 90

HUMAN RESOURCES........................................................................... 90

INSURANCE.......................................................................................... 90

INTERIOR/EXTERIOR DESIGN ......................................................... 90

LOANS/BANKS..................................................................................... 90

LOCKSMITH............................................................................................ 91

LONG TERM RENTALS......................................................................... 91

MAILING/SHIPPING.............................................................................. 91

MANUFACTURING................................................................................ 91

MARINAS & MAINTENANCE .............................................................. 91

MEDIA/DESIGN..................................................................................... 91

MEDICAL CENTERS/DOCTORS ......................................................... 91

MINIATURE GOLF................................................................................. 91

MOVING/STORAGE............................................................................... 91

MUSEUMS & TOURS.............................................................................. 91

NON-PROFIT.......................................................................................... 91

PARKS/NATURE....................................................................................92

PEST CONTROL.....................................................................................92

PHOTOGRAPHY.....................................................................................92

PRINTING SERVICES............................................................................92

PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS...................................................92

PROMOTIONAL & ADVERTISING ......................................................92

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT ................................................................93

PUBLIC UTILITIES.................................................................................93

PUBLICATIONS......................................................................................93

PUBS/BARS...........................................................................................93

REAL ESTATE INSPECTIONS .............................................................93

REAL ESTATE SALES............................................................................93

RELIGIOUS ORGANIZATIONS .......................................................... 94

SENIOR CARE & HEALTH CARE ....................................................... 94

SHOPPING & RETAIL........................................................................... 94

SOUVENIRS........................................................................................... 94

SPECIALTY HEALTH CARE ................................................................ 94

SPORTS.................................................................................................. 94

STAFFING.............................................................................................. 94

STORAGE FACILITY............................................................................. 94

TELECOMMUNICATIONS SUPPLIER ................................................ 94

TITLE COMPANY...................................................................................95

TRANSPORTATION...............................................................................95

VACATION RENTALS............................................................................95

VETERINARY.........................................................................................95

WATER RECREATION...........................................................................95

WEDDINGS............................................................................................ 96

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ACCOUNTING SERVICES

Accounting Plus, Inc

(850) 291-7607

362 Riola Place

Pensacola, FL 32506

accountingplusservices.com

Baniakas & Associates

(850) 433-5645

120 S. Alcaniz St.

Pensacola, FL 32502

flacpas.com

Grant, Sanders & Taylor, P.C.

(251) 980-2727

24697 Canal Road


grantsanderstaylor.com

Jackson & Smith CPA Group, PC

(251) 979-8878

25054 Canal Road


jacksonsmithcpa.com

AIRCRAFT SALES

& INSTRUCTION

MagniFlight, LLC

(573) 275-4441

6585 Carlinga

Pensacola, FL 32507

gulfcoastmagnigyro.com

ARCHITECTS &

CONSTRUCTION

DBP Electrical Consulting LLC

(970) 203-4517

13430 Gulf Beach Hwy Unit #5


costclass.com

John M. Senkarik & Associates

(850) 434-5551

1156 Naples Drive

Pensacola, FL 32507

senkarik-architect.com

Rhino Builders Group

(713) 213-4298

6220 West Park Drive #181

Houston, TX 77257

rhinobuildersgroup.com

ART

Artworks Studio SEE AD PG

& Gallery at Villagio

13700 Perdido Key Dr, Suite #224


(850) 261-9617

Pensacola, FL 32507

artworksonperdidokey.com

Hot Sands Glass

(850) 492-7690

5510 Bob-O-Link

Pensacola, FL 32507

hotsandsglass.com

Perdido Artist Gallery & Gifts

(850) 332-6221

SEE AD PG

5660 Segura Avenue

Pensacola, FL 32507

perdidoartistgallery.com

Quayside Art Gallery

(850) 438-2363

17 E. Zarragoza Street

Pensacola, FL 32502

quaysidegallery.com

ASSISTED LIVING

Seagrass Village Gulf Shores

(251) 200-5700

21298 Cotton Creek Dr.


seagrassvillagegs.com

ATTORNEYS

Beggs & Lane, RLLP

(850) 469-3325

501 Commendencia St

Pensacola, FL 32502

beggslane.com

E. Allan Tiller, PLLC

(713) 337-3774

712 Main St., Suite 1100

Houston, TX 77002

tillertaxlaw.com

Emmanuel, Sheppard

& Condon, P.A.

(850) 444-4878

30 S. Spring St.

Pensacola, FL 32502

esclaw.com

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ATTRACTIONS

Adventure Island

(251) 974-1500



adventure-island.com

SEE AD PG

Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo

(251) 256-7008

20499 Oak Road East


alabamagulfcoastzoo.org

Fast Eddies Fun Center

(850) 433-7735

505 W. Michigan Avenue

Pensacola, FL 32505

fasteddiesfuncenter.com

Flora-Bama Lounge

Package & Oyster Bar

(850) 492-0611


Pensacola, FL 32507

florabama.com

OWA

(251) 923-2111

1501 S OWA Blvd

Foley, AL 36535

visitowa.com

Pensacola Greyhound

Track & Poker Room

SEE AD PG

(850) 455-8595

951 Dog Track Road

Pensacola, FL 32506

pensacolagreyhoundtrack.com

Pensacola Lighthouse

& Maritime Museum

(850) 393-1561

2081 Radford Blvd.

Pensacola, FL 32508

pensacolalighthouse.org

Pirate’s Island Adventure Golf

(251) 968-4653

3201 Gulf Shores Pkwy,


piratesislandgolf.com

Wilson, Harrell, Farrington,

Ford, Wilson, Spain & Parsons

(850) 497-1399


Pensacola, FL 32507

wilsonharrell-law.com


SEE AD PG

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The Track

(251) 270-0209



gulfshorestrack.com

Mind Body & Soul Medical, Inc.

(850) 466-2766

12385 Sorrento Rd., Suite A-4

Pensacola, FL 32507

mindbodysoulmedical.com

Cosmo’s Restaurant & Bar

(251) 948-9663

SEE AD PG

25753 Canal Road


cosmosrestaurantandbar.com

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Waterville USA

(251) 948-2106

906 Gulf Shores Pkwy,


watervilleusa.com

AUTO MAINTENANCE

Blue Angel Tire & Automotive, Inc.

(850) 457-1333

1431 S Blue Angel Pkwy.

Pensacola, FL 32507

blueangeltire.com

Evans Automotive

Service Center, Inc. SEE AD PG

(850) 455-7374

11225 Lillian Highway

Pensacola, FL 32506

evansautopensacola.com

BAIT & TACKLE

GoFishRedFish

Bait and Tackle

(251) 402-5727



gofishredfish.com

BEACH SERVICES

Emerald Coast

Sandscapes LLC

(850) 207-1030

13400 Gongora Dr.


Emeraldcoastsandscapes.com

Perdido Beach Services

(251) 981-4807

25328 Canal Road


perdidobeachservice.com

BEAUTY & SPAS

Bodyworks of SEE AD PG

Perdido Key

(850) 356-6311

12385 Sorrento Rd.

Suite D1

Pensacola, FL 32507

bodyworksofperdido.com

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Celeste Bell - Independent

Mary Kay Beauty Consultant

(850) 393-7733

3880 Bauer Road

Pensacola, FL 32506

marykay.com/celeste.bell

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Toni Chance at New Attitudes

(228) 860-6472

13700 Perdido Key Dr., Suite 221 B


BEVERAGE DISTRIBUTION

The Lewis Bear Company

(850) 434-8612

6120 Enterprise Dr.

Pensacola, FL 32505

lewisbearcompany.com

CAR WASH

Perdido Auto Spa

(850) 285-0872

13159 Sorrento Rd.


perdidoautospa.com

CASUAL DINING

Butch’s Bistro & BBQ

(850) 492-0007

13118 Sorrento Rd.

Pensacola, FL 32507

butchsbistro.com

Cactus Cantina - Gulf Shores

(251) 943-8115

3849 Gulf Shores Pkwy

Suite 1 & 2


mycactuscantina.com

Cactus Cantina-

Downtown Pensacola

(850) 741-3296

22 S Palafox St.

Pensacola, FL 32502

mycactuscantina.com

Cactus Cantina-Orange

Beach Canal Road

(251) 974-0060



mycactuscantina.com

Cobalt, The Restaurant SEE AD PG

(251) 923-5300



cobaltrestaurant.net

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Crab Trap

(850) 492-8888


Pensacola, FL 32507

crabtrapdestin.com/perdido-key

Deep Blue Seafood ‘’Truck’’

(850) 602-1010

Fish House

(850) 470-0003

600 South Barracks Street

Pensacola, FL 32502

fishhousepensacola.com


(251) 981-7305

27075 Marina Road

Orange Beach, Al 36561

fishersobm.com

Flora-Bama Ole River Grill

(850) 483-6262



florabamaolerivergrill.com

Flora-Bama Yacht Club

(850) 525-4460


Pensacola, FL 32507

florabamayachtclub.com

GTs On The Bay SEE AD PG

(251) 980-8400

26189 Canal Rd


gtsonthebay.com

Holiday Harbor Marina

& Sunset Grille

(850) 492-1063

14050 Canal A Way

Pensacola, FL 32507

myholidayharbor.com

Hub Stacey’s at the Point

(850) 497-0071 SEE AD PG

5851 Galvez Road


hubstaceys.com

Islander Food Shack

(850) 378-8202


Pensacola, FL 32507

islanderfoodshack.com

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SEE AD PG

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Jellyfish Restaurant

(850) 332-6532

13700 Perdido Key Dr

#207A

Pensacola, FL 32507

thejellyfishbar.com

Lillian’s Pan Pizza

(850) 492-0131


Pensacola, FL 32507

lillianspizza.com

LuLu’s

(251) 967-5858

200 East 25th Street


lulubuffett.com

SEE AD PG

Luna’s Eat & Drink

(251) 980-5862

25689 Canal Road


lunaseatanddrink.com

McGuire’s Irish Pub

(850) 433-2849

600 E Gregory St.

Pensacola, FL 32501

mcguiresirishpub.com

Paul’s Pizza Co.

SEE AD PG

1-866-50-PIZZA



paulspizzaco.com

Point Restaurant, The

(850) 492-3577

14340 Innerarity Point Rd.

Pensacola, FL 32507

thepointperdido.com

Purple Parrot Tiki Bar & Grill

(850) 466-3805



Shrimp Basket

(850) 492-1970


Pensacola, FL 32507

shrimpbasket.com

Tacky Jack’s

SEE AD PG

Orange Beach

(251) 981-4144

27206 Safe Harbor Drive


tackyjacks.com

SEE AD PG

SEE AD PG

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CATERING SERVICES

Sally’s Island Catering

(850) 554-2956

16300 Perdido Key Drive, Unit 17

Pensacola, FL 32507

CLEANING SERVICES

Olga Matherne Cleaning Service

(850) 554-0726

4053 Shorewood Dr.

Pensacola, FL 32507

SERVPRO of West Pensacola

49 (850) 469-1160

SEE AD PG

1101 S. Fairfield Drive

Pensacola, FL 32506

servprowestpensacola.com

CLUBS

American Legion Post 240

(850) 455-6111


Pensacola, FL 32507

americanlegion240.org

Friends of Pensacola State Parks

(850) 492-1595


Pensacola, FL 32507

friendsofbiglagoon.org

Kiwanis Club of Big Lagoon

(850) 454-2043

Pensacola, FL 32507

biglagookiwanis.portalbuzz.com

Perdido Key Rotary Club

(850) 497-9040

13660 Innerarity Point Road

Pensacola, FL 32507

perdidokeyrotary.org

Pirates of Lost Treasure

(850) 426-9242

13430 Gulf Beach

Hwy Pmb 76

Pensacola, FL 32507

pensacolamardigras.com/krewe/

pirates-of-lost-treasure

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Powerful Women of the Gulf Coast

(850) 529-0908

PO Box 1125

Pensacola, FL 32591

powerfulwomengulfcoast.com

COFFEEHOUSE

Bad Ass Coffee Co. SEE AD PG

(850) 497-0202

10447 Sorrento Rd Suite

101,Pensacola, FL 32507

Pensacola, FL 32507

badasscoffee.com/

BuzzCatz Coffee

SEE AD PG

& Sweets

(251) 980-2899



buzzcatzcoffeeandsweets.com

COMMERCIAL &

RESIDENTIAL SERVICES

Containers, Inc.

(850) 471-2964

PO Box 6115

Pensacola, FL 32503

containersinc.com

Steve Baughman ADT

Sales Representative

(850) 221-4813

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COMMUNITY SERVICES

& INFORMATION

Escambia County Sheriff’s Office

(850) 436-9630

1700 W. Leonard St.

Pensacola, FL 32501

escambiaso.com

Strategic Health Intelligence

(850) 438-4081 ext 226

PO Box 747

Pensacola, FL 32591

strategichealthintelligence.com

CONSULTING

Calluna Group, LLC

(407) 408-0233

502 Batten Blvd

Pensacola, FL 32507

callunagroup.com

ZenBusiness

(844) 493-6249

5900 Balcones Dr

Austin, TX 78731

zenbusiness.com

CULTURE &

ENTERTAINMENT

Beachbilly Lifestyle

(850) 723-7627

Pensacola, FL 32506

beachbillylifestyle.com

Frank Brown International

Songwriters’ Festival SEE AD PG

(850) 492-7664

9465 South Loop Rd

Pensacola, FL 32507

frankbrownsongwriters.com

DENTISTRY

Dr. Edwards Family Dentistry

(251) 500-1025

105 W. 14th ave


drpamelaedwardsdentistry.com

Orange Beach

Family Dentistry

SEE AD PG

(251) 321-7575

25299 Canal Rd Suite A5


orangebeachfamilydentistry.com

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EDUCATION

Columbia Southern University

(251) 981-3771

21982 University Lane


columbiasouthern.edu

Pensacola State College

(850) 484-1428

1000 College Boulevard

Pensacola, FL 32504

pensacolastate.edu

FINANCIAL PLANNING

American Heritage Financial, LLC

(850) 466-1292

3155 Gateway Lane

Cantonment, FL 32533

TheAmericanHeritageFinancial.com

Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc.

(850) 438-9118

125 W. Romana St.

Suite 610

Pensacola, FL 32502

ameripriseadvisors.com/

timothy.b.mclarty

Edward Jones Investments

(850) 492-5411

12385 Sorrento Road, Suite. D2

Pensacola, FL 32507

edwardjones.com

New York Life

(850) 512-3414

125 West Romana St

Suite 720

Pensacola , FL 32502

FINE DINING

Big Fish Restaurant

(251) 981-5516

25814 Canal Rd.


bigfishrestaurantbar.com

Grand Lagoon Yacht Club

(850) 607-7569


Pensacola, FL 32507

grandlagoonyachtclub.com

Louisiana Lagniappe

(251) 981-2258

27267 Perdido Beach Blvd., Ste. 201


thelouisianalagniappe.com

FIREARMS

Jim’s Firearms of

Florida LLC

(850) 912-6998

10437 Sorrento Road,

Unit 200

Pensacola, FL 32507

jimsfirearms.net

FISHING

All Jack’D Up Charters

(850) 384-9059

5851 Galvez Road

Pensacola, FL 32507

alljackdupcharters.com

Entertainer

Charters, LLC

(850) 934-1613


Pensacola, FL 32507

entertainercharter.com

Flora-Bama Marina

& Fishing

SEE AD PG

(251) 980-5222



fishflorabama.com

Hooked Up Inshore Charters

(251) 752-8009

1971 Merlin Road

Pensacola, FL 32506

clarkfishaholic.com

Lost Key Outdoors

(850) 361-1145


Pensacola, Fl 32507

lostkeyoutdoors.com

SEE AD PG

Reel Surprise Charters

(251) 981-7173

Reel Surprise Marina, 27267

Perdido Beach Blvd

Ste. 100


reelsurprisecharters.com

Zeke’s Landing Marina

(251) 981-4044



zekeslanding.com

SEE AD PG

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FLORIST

A Flower Box, LLC

(251) 207-1414

7424 Coopers Landing Rd. W

Foley, AL 36535

aflowerbox.com

GROCERIES

FRESH SEAFOOD

Joe Patti’s Seafood

(850) 432-3315

524 S. ‘’B’’ Street

Pensacola, FL 32502

joepattis.com

Perdido Bay Seafood Inc.

(850) 912-8366


Pensacola, FL 32507

GOLF

Lost Key Golf Club

(850) 549-2161

625 Lost Key Dr.

Pensacola, FL 32507

lostkeygolf.com

SEE AD PG


(251) 968-3234 | 844-ONE CLUB



oneclubgulfshores.com

Perdido Bay Golf Club

(850) 492-1223

1 Doug Ford Drive

Pensacola, FL 32507

perdidobaygolf.com

GOVERNMENT

City of Pensacola

(850) 435-1603

222 West Main Street

Pensacola, FL 32502

Cityofpensacola.com

Friends of Matt Gaetz

850-479-1183

226 S. Palafox Place

Pensacola , Florida 32502

mattgaetz.com

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Ever’Man Natural Foods

(850) 438-0402

315 W. Garden Street

Pensacola, FL 32502

everman.org

Greer’s CashSaver #6

(850) 455-2719

12255 Lillian Hwy

Pensacola, FL 32506

greers.com

Publix Supermarket Inc.

(850) 492-5090



publix.com

Winn Dixie

(850) 492-2076

13019 Sorrento Rd.

Pensacola, FL 32507

Winndixie.com

HOME BUILDERS

aDoor Properties

(850) 637-1880

5041 Bayou Blvd, Suite 302

Pensacola, FL 32503

Holiday Builders

(850) 529-0776

4900 Bayou Blvd

Pensacola, FL 32503

holidaybuilders.com

HOME OWNER/

CONDO ASSOCIATIONS

Managing In Paradise, LLC

(250) 221-5291

10920 Manatee Dr.

Pensacola, FL 32507

SEE AD PG

Mariner Owners’ Association

(850) 492-1122


Pensacola, FL 32507

marinercondo.com

SEE AD PG

Perdido Towers Owners

Association Inc.

(850) 492-4757



perdidotowersassociation.com

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Seafarer Owners

Association

(850) 492-0822


Pensacola, FL 32507

seafarercondo.org

Windward Owners

Association, Inc.

(850) 492-1877


Pensacola, FL 32507

windwardcondos.org

HOME REPAIR

& MAINTENANCE

Bayfront Plumbing, Inc.

(850) 492-8200

11180 Lillian Highway

Pensacola, FL 32506

bayfrontplumbing.com

Coastal Maintenance and

Handyman Services

(850) 450-9100

10447 Sorrento Rd Suite 100

32

Pensacola, FL 32507

coastalhandymanservices.com

GNG Plumbing Inc.

(251) 974-5630

24829 Canal Road


gngplumbing.com

Innerarity Ace Hardware

& Rental Center

(850) 492-1149 | 850-281-1565


Pensacola, FL 32507

innerarityacehardware.com

Pensacola Glass Company

(850) 433-8348

3901 N. Palafox Street

Pensacola, FL 32505

pensacolaglass.com

Perdido Heating & Air

(850) 492-1971

5555 Bauer Road

Pensacola, FL 32507

perdidoheatingandair.com


89

Prestigious Pool Service

(850) 698-2432

6501 W Hwy 98, Unit #712

Pensacola, FL 32506

prestigiouspoolpros.com

HOTELS

Fairfield by Marriott Orange Beach

(251) 543-4444

3111 Loop Road


marriott.com/hotels/travel/

pnsob-fairfield-inn-andsuites-orange-beach/


SEE AD PG

(251) 981-9811



perdidobeachresort.com

HUMAN RESOURCES

Avalon H.R.

(850) 475-1555

100 S. Pace Blvd.

Pensacola, FL 32502

avalonhr.com

INSURANCE

Acentria Insurance

(850) 497-6510

10427 Sorrento Rd., #305

Pensacola, FL 32507

acentria.com

All Southern Insurance, Inc.

(251) 968-2100

220 Professional Ct.


allsoutherninsurance.com

Family First Benefits - Health,

Accident, and Life Benefits

(615) 260-4549

Independent agent for AFLAC

615 Bayshore Dr #204

Pensacola, FL 32507

familyfirstbenefits.com

Florida Blue

(850) 202-4150

1680 Airport Blvd.

Pensacola, FL 32504

floridablue.com

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Florida Insurance Agency

(Pine Forest Road Office)

(850) 944-0554

7250 Pine Forest Rd.

Pensacola, FL 32526

floridainsuranceagency.net

United Healthcare and

Life Insurance Agent

(850) 341-2185

1626 E. MAXWELL ST.

Pensacola, FL 32503

New York Life Insurance

Company- Michael Campbell

(850) 377-3507

25 West Cedar St. Suite 210

Pensacola, FL 32502

newyorklife.com

Whitehaven Insurance Services, LLC

(251) 967-3323

2201 Oyster Bay Ln.

Post Box 378


whitehaveninsurance.com

Zarahn Insurance Agency Inc.

(850) 438-9169

229 Beverly Pkwy.

Pensacola, FL 32505

eddiezarahnagency.com

INTERIOR/

EXTERIOR DESIGN

Alabama Glass Works, Inc.

(251) 974-5778

22636 Canal Rd.


alabamaglassworks.net

Delena

Denham Interiors

(850) 240-2097

Pensacola, FL 32506

delenadenhaminteriors.com

Kelly Parrett Design

(850) 232-0520

pensacolainteriors.com

Malouf Furniture Co.

(251) 955-5151

7745 Highway 59 S

Foley, ,AL 36535

malouffurniture.com

Mostly Mattresses

(251) 981-2959

25470 Canal Road


mostlymattressesofal.com

LOANS/ BANKS

Alabama Credit Union

(850) 262-9300

13039 Sorrento Rd.

Pensacola, FL 32507

alabamacu.com

Capital City Home Loans

(850) 677-1185


Building C Unit 144A

Pensacola, Fl 32507

wgarrison.cchl.com

Centennial Bank

(251) 986-8909

25051 Canal Road


my100bank.com

Harvesters Federal Credit Union

(850) 857-4328

9285 W. Highway 98

Pensacola, FL 32506

harvestersfcu.com

Navy Federal Business Solutions

(850) 473-4719

5550 Heritage Oaks Dr.

Pensacola, FL 32526

navyfederal.org

Pen Air Federal Credit Union

(850) 505-3200

1495 E. Nine Mile Road

Pensacola, FL 32514

penair.org

Prime Lending

(850) 462-6919

4400 Bayou Blvd, Unit 19

Pensacola, FL 32503

SmartBank

(850) 269-4465

201 N. Palafox St

Pensacola, FL 32502

SmartBank.com

Synovus Bank

(850) 469-5260

10291 Sorrento Rd.

Pensacola, FL 32507

synovus.com

Warrington Bank

(850) 455-7351

4093 Barrancas Avenue

Pensacola, FL 32507

warringtonbank.com

SEE AD PG

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SEE AD PG

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LOCKSMITH

Aaron’s Lock Service

(251) 967-1919

190 Northshore Circle


aaronslockservice.com

LONG TERM RENTALS

Beumer Realty

(850) 492-0446


Pensacola, FL 32507

beumerrealty.com

Sandy Shores Village

Luxury Apartments

(251) 981-9898

25624 W. Perdido Ave


sandyshoresvillage.com

MAILING/SHIPPING

Perdido Pack & Ship LLC

(850) 492-9696

10447 Sorrento Road #100

Pensacola, FL 32507

perdidopackship.com

MANUFACTURING

International Paper

(850) 968-2121

375 Muscogee Road

Cantonment, FL 32533

internationalpaper.com

MARINAS &

MAINTENANCE

Dockside Marine Electrical

(904) 233-6558

430 Meadson LN


Sea Tow

(850) 492-5070

13726 River Road

Pensacola, FL 32507

seatow.com

MEDIA/DESIGN

CleverOgre, Inc

(850) 912-4203

cleverogre.com

Envisia 360

(251) 689-8590

2045 E. Clarke Rd.

Mobile, AL 36695

envisia360.com

Sunny 105.7 FM

(251) 967-1057

2421 East 2nd St


sunny1057.com

MEDICAL

CENTERS/DOCTORS

Ascension Sacred Heart

Health Center at Perdido

(850) 416-2337

13137 Sorrento Road

Pensacola, FL 32507

healthcare.ascension.org

Baptist Medical Group

Primary Care - Perdido

(850) 466-2495

12601 Sorrento Road, Suite B

Pensacola, FL 32507

baptisthealthcare.org

Journey Pure

(205) 218-7871

Panama City, FL 32413

journeypure.com

Perdido Urgent Care

(850) 466-8668

12385 Sorrento Road,

Suite 3B

Pensacola, FL 32507

mylocalurgentcare.us

West Florida Healthcare

(850) 494-3212

8383 North Davis Hwy

Pensacola, FL 32514

westfloridahospital.com

MINIATURE GOLF

Goofy Golf at First Tee Gulf Coast

(850) 456-7010

3924 West Navy Boulevard

Pensacola, FL 32507

firstteegulfcoast.org/minigolf

MOVING/STORAGE

Moving and Storage Company

DBA: Gilmore Services

850-434-1054

31 East Fairfield Drive SEE AD PG

Pensacola, FL 32501

gilmoreservices.com

MUSEUMS & TOURS

National Naval Aviation Museum

(850) 453-2389

1750 Radford Blvd., Suite B

NASPensacola, FL 32508

navalaviationmuseum.org

NON-PROFIT

CIL Disability Resource Center

(850) 595-5566

3600 North Pace Boulevard

Pensacola, FL 32505-4240

Clean Horizons

(251) 533-2162


Cleanhorizons.org

Friends SW Branch

Library FNDN

(850) 453-7780


Pensacola, FL 32507

mywfpl.com/getinvolved/friends

Pensacola Teen Challenge

(850) 453-4300

8600 Hwy 98 West

Pensacola, FL 32506

teenchallengepensacola.com

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Perdido Key Association

PO Box 16337

SEE AD PG

Pensacola, FL 32507

perdidokeyassociation.org

Save the Underdogs

(850) 582-8727


Pensacola, FL 32507

saveunderdogsperdido.com

Simon Says Run

(228) 806-2299

5012 Terra Lake Circle

Pensacola, FL 32507

simonsaysrun.org

USO of Northwest Florida

(850) 455-8280

PO Box 33135

Pensacola, FL 32508

northwestflorida.uso.org

PARKS/NATURE


(850) 492-1595


Pensacola, FL 32507

floridastateparks.org/

park/Big-Lagoon

National Park Service

(850) 934-2600

1801 Gulf Breeze Pkwy.

Gulf Breeze, FL 32563

nps.gov/guis/planyourvisit/

perdido-key-area.htm

Perdido Key Kids Park


Pensacola, FL 32507

Perdido Key State Park

(850) 492-1595


Pensacola, FL 32507

floridastateparks.org/

park/Perdido-Key

PEST CONTROL

Beebe’s Pest & Termite Control

(251) 943-8166

18598 CR 26

Foley, AL 36535

beebespest.com

Florida Pest Control and

Louisiana

Chemical Company

(850) 432-4103

452 W. Pinestead Road

Pensacola, FL 32503

flapest.com

Pest & Termite Control

Residential • Commercial • Industrial • Marine

Alabama

Florida

251-943-8166 850-858-2210

Mississippi

225-924-7096 228-435-1300

www.BeebesPest.com

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PHOTOGRAPHY

Alley Kat Photography

(850) 208-1384

14050 Canal A Way

Pensacola, FL 32507

alleykatphotography.net

Old Sam’s Photography

(850) 291-5986


oldsams.com

Piece of Cake Video

(251) 270-1180

2149 W 1st St., #1701


pieceofcakevideo.com

Sun Shots

(251) 968-2119

344 East Beach Blvd


sun-shots.com

Vacation Beach Portraits

(251) 980-6657

27267 Perdido Beach Blvd. B204


vacationbeachportraits.com

PRINTING SERVICES

Evergreen Printing & Mailing

(850) 429-0700

318 Beverly Parkway

Pensacola, FL 32505

goevergreen.com

UPS Store at Blue Angel

(850) 457-0848

38 S. Blue Angel Parkway

Pensacola, FL 32506

theupsstore.com/3517

PROFESSIONAL

ORGANIZATIONS

Bay County Chamber of Commerce

(850) 785-5206

235 West 5th Street

Panama City, FL 32401

panamacity.org

Better Business Bureau

(850) 429-0002

912 E Gadsden St.

Pensacola, FL 32501

bbb.org/nwfl

Coastal Alabama Business Chamber

(251) 968-7200

3150 Gulf Shores Pkwy


mygulfcoastchamber.com


Greater Pensacola

Chamber of Commerce

(850) 438-4081

418 West Garden St., 4th Floor

Pensacola, FL 32502

pensacolachamber.com

Gulf Breeze Area Chamber

of Commerce

(850) 932-7888

409 Gulf Breeze Parkway


gulfbreezechamber.com

Gulf Coast Minority

Chamber of Commerce

(850) 438-3993

321 N De Villiers Street

Suite 104

Pensacola, FL 32501

gcaacc.info

Navarre Chamber of Commerce

(850) 939-3267

1804 Prado Street

Navarre, FL 32566

navarrechamber.com

Pensacola Association of Realtors

(850) 434-5507

107 W Main Street

Pensacola, FL 32502

pensacolarealtors.org

Pensacola Beach

Chamber of Commerce

(850) 932-1500

7 Casino Beach Boardwalk


pensacolabeachchamber.com

Perdido Key Area Chamber

of Commerce

(850) 492-4660



PerdidoChamber.com

Santa Rosa County

Chamber of Commerce

(850) 623-2339

4315 Avalon Boulevard

Milton, FL 32583

srcchamber.com

PROMOTIONAL

& ADVERTISING

Interactive Marketing Techniques

(352) 343-2338

1138 Belmont Circle

Tavares, FL 32778

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

FirstService Residential

SEE AD PG

(850) 760-5080

14620 Perdido Key Dr # 300

Pensacola, FL 32507

fsresidential.com

Snowbird Company

(800) 270-2457

PO Drawer 1265

Daphne, AL 36532

FloridaSnowbird.com

PUBLIC UTILITIES

Gulf Power Company

1-800-225-5797

One Energy Place

Pensacola, FL 32520

gulfpower.com

PUBLICATIONS

Mullet Wrapper, Inc.

(850) 492-5221

301 1st Ave. West


mulletwrapper.com

Snowbird Gulf Coast Magazine

(850) 291-1266

1160 Great Oaks Ct.


snowbirdsgulfcoast.com

VIP Pensacola Magazine

(850) 502-7970

P.O. Box 888

Pensacola, FL 32502

VIPPensacolaMagazine.com

PUBS/BARS

Flora-Bama Liquor Store

(850) 492-3407


Pensacola, FL 32507

florabamaliquorlotto.com

New Malibu Lounge, LLC

(850) 456-0999


Pensacola, FL 32507

newmalibulounge.com

Perdido Key Sports Bar

(850) 332-6403


Pensacola, FL 32507

perdidosportsbar.com

SEE AD PG

SEE AD PG

77

38

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REAL ESTATE

INSPECTIONS

Ellis Home Inspections

(850) 492-7258

PO Box 1147

Lillian, AL 36549

ellishomeinspections.com

REAL ESTATE SALES

Alicia Hahn- Better Homes

and Gardens Real Estate -

Main Street Properties

SEE AD PG

(850) 912-4767


Pensacola, FL 32507

buythecoastlife.com

Better Homes and Gardens

- Main Street Properties

(850) 912-4767


Pensacola, FL 32507

mainstreetproperty.com

Cindy D. White, Gulf Coast

Pathway Properties, Inc.

(601) 942-6151


Pensacola, FL 32507

gulfcoastpathwayproperties.com

Colleen Boyd, Levin

Rinke Real Estate

(850) 292-6657



perdidokeyproperty.com

Dee Marie Fisher -

Levin Rinke Realty

(850) 380-5542

220 W. Garden St #125

Pensacola, FL 32502

sellingproperties.com

Emerald Coast Realty

(850) 437-5618

125 W Romana St, Ste 620

Pensacola, FL 32502

gibbons-realty.com

SEE AD PG

IBC

67

Jennifer Dubose -

Southern Real Estate Sales

(850) 281-8792


Pensacola, FL 32507

JenniferDuboseperdidokey.com

Kathy Justice - Better Homes

& Gardens Real Estate

SEE AD PG


(850) 712-4631


Pensacola, FL 32507

PerdidoLife.com

Key Concepts Realty, Inc.

(850) 492-5462


Pensacola, FL 32507

gulfcoastarea.com

Levin Rinke Realty

(850) 261-1554

10 Portofino Drive


levinrinkerealty.com

Mike Ricketts Realty, Inc

(850) 450-6674

1953 Coral Island Rd.

Pensacola, FL 32506

mikerickettsrealty.com

Neal & Kori Grossheider- Better

Homes and Garden Real Estate


(850) 462-4060



nealandkori.com

Nicole Gilchrest - Emerald

Coast Realty

(850) 437-5618

125 W Romana St, Suite 260

Pensacola, FL 32502

gibbons-realty.com/nicolegilchrest-realtor

SEE AD PG

23

31


93

Peggy Butler- Levin Rinke Realty

(850) 712-3133



yourkeytoperdido.com

Rachel McLarty, Levin Rinke Realty

(850) 293-5117


Pensacola, FL 32507

perdidokeyparadise.com

Ron Herrington - RE/

MAX Gulf Properties

(251) 978-7664

13700 Perdido Key Drive, Suite 109


ronherrington.net

RELIGIOUS

ORGANIZATIONS

Catholic Church of The Holy Spirit

(850) 492-0837


Pensacola, FL 32507

holyspiritperdido.com

Central Flora-Bama Church

(251) 256-0858


Pensacola, FL 32507

SEE AD PG

77

florabama.churchcenter.com

Holy Trinity Episcopal Church

(850) 456-5474

850 North Blue Angel Pkwy

Pensacola, FL 32506

holytrinitypensacola.org

Innerarity Point Church of Christ

(850) 492-0112


Pensacola, FL 32507

inneraritypointchurchofchrist.com

Perdido Bay Baptist Church

(850) 492-2604

12600 Sorrento Rd

Pensacola, FL 32507

perdidobaybaptist.com

Perdido Bay United

Methodist Church

(850) 492-2135


Pensacola, FL 32507

perdidobay.church

The Point Church

(850) 492-1545


Pensacola, FL 32507

pointbaptist.org

SENIOR CARE

& HEALTH CARE

Veranda of Pensacola

(850) 944-8800

6982 Pine Forest Road

Pensacola, FL 32526

verandapensacola.com

SHOPPING & RETAIL

Barefoot Gypsy Boutique

(850) 444-8647

SEE AD PG

77

13700 Perdido Key Dr, Ste #121

Pensacola, FL 32507

barefootgypsyboutique.com

Gulf Coast Trophies

& Sports Apparel

(850) 455-8383

6700 W. Highway 98

Pensacola, FL 32506

gulfcoasttrophies.com

SanRoc Cay Marina

(251) 980-0016



sanroccay.com

The Perdido Key Life

(850) 601-5005

6635 Carlinga Dr

Pensacola, FL 32507-9565

ThePerdidoKeyLife.com

SOUVENIRS

Perdido Key

SEE AD PG

Souvenirs and More

(850) 497-0868

13700 Perdido Key Drive, Suite 107

Pensacola, FL 32507

facebook.com/

PerdidoKeySouvenirsAndMore

SPECIALTY

HEALTH CARE

Clearway Pain Solutions

Institute-Pensacola

855-527-PAIN

4901 Marketplace Road

Pensacola, FL 32504

clearwaypain.com

Clearway Pain Solutions-

Chiropractic & Physical Therapy

855-527-PAIN

4901A Grande Drive

Pensacola, FL 32504

clearwaypain.com


WestPensacola

855-527-PAIN

10437 Sorrento Road

Suite #203

Pensacola, FL 32507

clearwaypain.com


Surgery Center

855-527-PAIN

5102 N Davis Highway

Pensacola, FL 32503

clearwaypain.com


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Pensacola CBD - Cannaliving

with Crystal

(850) 919- 4CBD (4223)

Pensacola, FL 32507

pensacolacbd.com

SPORTS

Pensacola Sports

(850) 434-2800

101 W. Main St.

Pensacola, FL 32502

pensacolasports.org

STAFFING

Long’s Personnel Service, Inc.

(251) 943-8725

123 Camphor Ave

Foley, AL 36535

longshrs.com

STORAGE FACILITY

Allstar Mini-Storage, Inc.

(850) 492-7724

4300 Bauer Rd.

Pensacola, FL 32507

SiteLinkStore.com/All-

Star-Mini-Storage

Stor-It-Mate, Inc.

(850) 453-4762

2155 S Blue Angel Pkwy.

Pensacola, FL 32506

storitmate.com

Storage King USA

(850) 444-9191

551 S Fairfield Dr

Pensacola, FL 32506

storagekingusa.com

TELECOMMUNICATIONS

SUPPLIER

Cox Communications

(850) 478-0200

3405 McLemore Dr.

Pensacola, FL 32514

cox.com

Harbor

Communications LLC

251-662-1532

22649 Canal Rd


harborcom.com

SEE AD PG

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SouthTel, Inc.

(850) 805-8005

13020 Sorrento Road

Pensacola, FL 32507

southtel.com

Uniti Fiber

(251) 533-2162

107 St. Francis St. Suite

100 Mobile, AL 36602

Uniti.com

TITLE COMPANY

Coastal Land Title, LLC

(850) 695-2000

14620 Perdido Key Dr., Ste. 100

Pensacola, FL 32507

coastallandtitle.com

Perdido Title and Abstract Inc

(850) 377-3507


Pensacola, FL 32507

perdidotitle.com

TRANSPORTATION

Pensacola International Airport

(850) 436-5000

2430 Airport Blvd., Suite 225

Pensacola, FL 32504

pensacola-airport.com

VACATION RENTALS

Beach & Yacht Club at Perdido Key

(866) 521-3522

16790 Perdido Key Dr. SEE AD PG

Pensacola, FL 32507

perdidobyc.com

Eden Condominiums

(850) 492-3336


Pensacola, FL 32507

edencondominiums.com

iTrip Vacations

Perdido Key

(850) 898-8583

13430 Gulf Beach Hwy PMB#1008


itrip.net/propertymanagement/perdido-key

Luxury Coastal

Vacations

(850) 332-5120

13700 Perdido Key Dr., Suite B-120

Pensacola, FL 32507

luxurycoastalvacations.com

Meyer Vacation Rentals

(251) 968-7516


Pensacola, FL 32507

meyerre.com

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Needle Rush Point

(850) 492-2180


Pensacola, FL 32507

needlerushpoint.com

Palacio at Perdido

(850) 492-4773


Pensacola, FL 32507

SEE AD PG

Perdido Key Resort

Management

(850) 492-9999

13700 Perdido Key Drive,

#B122

Pensacola, FL 32507

perdidokeyflorida.com

Perdido Key SEE AD PG

RV Resort

(850) 492-7304

13770 River Rd.

Pensacola, FL 32507

perdidokeyrv.com

Perdido Realty

(850) 492-1102


Unit B


perdidokey.com

Purple Parrot Village

Condominiums

(850) 484-2611


Pensacola, FL 32504

perdidoresortmanagement.com

Sandy Key Condominiums

(850) 492-2101

13575 Sandy Key Drive, #117


sandykey.com

SeaSpray Perdido Key

(850) 492-2200


Pensacola, FL 32507

seasprayperdidokey.com

IFC

Southern Rentals & Real Estate

(850) 699-7272


Pensacola, FL 32507

southernresorts.com

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Sundown Riverside

Condominium Association

(850) 492-1816


Pensacola, FL 32507

sundowncondo.com

Turnkey Vacation Rentals

(888) 512-0498

25405 Perdido Beach Blvd., Suite 24


turnkeyvr.com

Vacasa Vacation Rentals

(404) 641-9791


Palacio Front Desk

Pensacola, FL 32507

vacasa.com

Windemere Condominium

(615) 566-5106


Perdido Key, Florida 32507

windemerecondo.com

VETERINARY

Lost Key Animal Clinic

(850) 492-6878

4190 Bauer Rd.

Pensacola, FL 32506

lostkeyanimalclinic.com

WATER RECREATION

Blackwater Canoe

Rental & Sales, Inc

(850) 623-0235

6974 Deaton Bridge Rd.

Milton, FL 32583

blackwatercanoe.com

Dolphin Cruises Aboard

the ‘’Cold Mil Fleet’’

(251) 943-3510

5749 Bay la Launch Ave.


dolphincruises.com


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Flora-Bama Watersports

(251) 980-5222



florabama.com

Lil John’s Watersports, LLC

(855) 545-5646

13726 River Rd.

Pensacola, FL 32507

liljohnswatersports.com

AdvertiserIndex

Niuhi Dive Charters

(850) 529-2475

10121 Sinton Dr.

Pensacola, FL 32507

niuhidivecharters.com

Sail Wild Hearts

(251) 981-6700

25328 Canal Rd.


sailwildhearts.com

WEDDINGS

All The Details

(251) 207-1414

7424 Coopers Landing Rd. W.

Foley, AL 36535

dreamybeachweddings.com

Beach Bride Weddings

(850) 426-3590

Pensacola, FL 32534

beachbrideweddings.com

The Port at Zekes

(251) 981-4000



zekeslanding.com/the-port

ADVENTURE ISLAND.......................PG 25

ALABAMA CREDIT UNION..............PG 27

ALICIA HAHN,

BETTER HOMES & GARDENS-

MAIN STREET PROPERTIES............PG 67

ALISON DAVENPORT, LLC.............. PG 21

ARTWORK STUDIO & GALLERY....PG 67

BAD ASS COFFEE.............................PG 37

BAREFOOT GYPSY BOUTIQUE......PG 77

BEACH AND YACHT CLUB..............PG 38

BETTER HOMES & GARDEN

MAIN STREET PROPERTIES ...........PG 23

BETTER HOMES & GARDENS

MAIN STREET PROPERTIES............PG 75

BODY WORKS

OF PERDIDO KEY.............................PG 27

CAPITAL CITY HOME LOANS..........PG 29

CENTRAL FLORA-BAMA.................PG 77

COBALT, MAGGIES, GT’S,

BUZZCATS, COSMO’S, LUNA’S...... PG 49

DEE MARIE FISHER,

LEVIN RINKE REAL ESTATE...........PG IBC

ECUA................................................... PG 31

EDEN CONDOMINIUMS.........................BC

ENTERTAINER CHARTERS, LLC..... PG 71

EVANS AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE......PG 38

EVER’MAN

COOPERATIVE GROCERY...............PG 25

FIRST SERVICE RESIDENTAL.........PG 38

FLORA-BAMA LOUNGE................... PG 17

FLORABAMA

MARINA & WATERSPORTS.............PG 63

FLORABAMA YACHT CLUB..............INFC

FLORIDA FISH & WILDLIFE..... PG 60/61

FRANK BROWN

FOUNDATION OF MUSIC.................PG 37

GILMORE MOVING & STORAGE.....PG 24

GREER’S CASHSAVER #6................PG 25

GULF POWER....................................PG 77

HARBOR COMMUNICATIONS.........PG 25

HOLIDAY HARBOR

MARINA & SUNSET GRILLE............PG 27

HUBS STACEY’S AT THE POINT.....PG 29

JELLYFISH RESTAURANT................PG 27

JIM’S FIREARMS OF FLORIDA........PG 38

LILLIAN’S PIZZA.............................. PG 02

MEYER VACATION

RENTALS.....................................PG 44/45

MIKE RICKETTS REALTY, INC......... PG 31

ONE CLUB,GULF SHORES...............PG 67

ORANGE BEACH

FAMILY DENTISTRY..........................PG 29

PAUL’S PIZZA CO............................. PG 48

PENSACOLA GREYHOUND.............PG 29

PERDIDO BEACH RESORT..............PG 16

PERDIDO KEY ARTIST GALLERY...PG 27

PERDIDO KEY ASSOCIATION........ PG 30

PERDIDO KEY RV & MARINA..........PG 67

PERDIDO KEY

SOUVENIRS & MORE........................PG 38

PERDIDO REALTY.............................PG 01

PERDIDO SPORTS BAR................... PG 71

SAIL WILD HEARTS BEACH

SERVICES...........................................PG 16

SEASPRAY PERDIDO KEY...............PG 47

SERVPRO OF WEST

PENSACOLA......................................PG 25

TACKY JACKS................................... PG 48

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