Press Releases
20 July 2020
Late Summer Coral Spawn Represents Circle of Life for Florida Keys Reefs
The hard corals of the Florida Keys reefs have spent eons developing a simple system to perpetuate the species. It’s one of nature’s mysteries that works without human intervention or complete understanding.
20 July 2020
Flavorful Florida Keys Lobster Season Begins Aug. 6
Attention, crustacean fans: Thursday, Aug. 6, marks the start of the eagerly anticipated Florida Keys lobster season.
12 July 2020
Florida Keys Underwater Music Fest Highlights Reef Protection, Deliver COVID-19 Messaging
Conservation-minded divers enjoyed music piped beneath the sea this weekend in the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary.
09 July 2020
Key West’s Fantasy Fest Canceled Because of COVID-19 Concerns
The organizers of Key West’s Fantasy Fest costuming and masking festival announced Thursday that the 2020 festival, originally scheduled Oct. 16-25, would be canceled to protect against the potential spread of COVID-19. The festival typically draws some 60,000 people to Key West’s Duval Street for its highlight parade, as well as several thousand for its annual Masquerade March, Zombie Bike Ride, street fair and costume competitions.
02 July 2020
Bob Dylan Unveils Poetic Song About Key West
Legendary singer-songwriter Bob Dylan recently released a ballad titled “Key West (Philosopher Pirate),” becoming the latest in a long line of poets to draw inspiration from the island city.
29 June 2020
Hemingway Days to Honor Ernest’s Legacy in Key West July 21-26
Fans of Ernest Hemingway’s literary accomplishments and exuberant Key West lifestyle can celebrate both Tuesday through Sunday, July 21-26, during the annual Hemingway Days festivities on the island he called home during the 1930s.
25 June 2020
Power of the ‘She’: Florida Keys to Commemorate PADI Women Dive Day July 18
According to the Professional Association of Diving Instructors, or PADI, scuba diving “opens hearts and minds and offers countless opportunities for self-discovery.” Lady divers looking for a girls getaway to the Florida Keys can come together for shared enjoyment and undersea adventure in honor of the PADI Women Dive Day July 18.
23 June 2020
Key West’s Hemingway 5k and Paddleboard Race to Debut Individual Format July 23-26
Ernest Hemingway’s sporting lifestyle is to inspire athletes on land and water in Key West, the island where the legendary writer lived during the 1930s. The Hemingway 5k Sunset Run/Walk and Paddleboard Race are to challenge competitors in a new individual format Thursday through Sunday, July 23-26.
23 June 2020
Key West’s Hemingway 5k and Paddleboard Race to Debut Individual Format July 23-26
Ernest Hemingway’s sporting lifestyle is to inspire athletes on land and water in Key West, the island where the legendary writer lived during the 1930s. The Hemingway 5k Sunset Run/Walk and Paddleboard Race are to challenge competitors in a new individual format Thursday through Sunday, July 23-26.
22 June 2020
Kristie Killam: Steward of the Keys’ National Wildlife Refuges
Kristie Killam’s love of nature is an underlying theme in her life and career. As park ranger for the Florida Keys’ four national wildlife refuges, Killam oversees the Florida Keys National Wildlife Refuges Nature Center, opened last fall, and the nonprofit Florida Keys Wildlife Society “friends” group of volunteers and partners.