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[[Image:Pensacola_map.gif|400px|thumb|right|'''Pensacola''' ]]
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GPS: {{Coord|30|28.41|N|87|12.74|W|}}<br/>Gallery: [http://www.panoramio.com/map/#lt=30.452225&ln=-87.214966&z=6&k=0&a=1&tab=2 Panoramio]<br/>Chartlet: [http://mapserver.maptech.com/homepage/index.cfm?lat=30.4735&lon=-87.212333&scale=250000&zoom=50&type=1&icon=0&searchscope=dom&CFID=2614781&CFTOKEN=42640379&scriptfile=http://mapserver.maptech.com/homepage/index.cfm&latlontype=DMS Chartlet]
===Background===
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'''Pensacola''' is the westernmost city in the ''Florida Panhandle'' and is a sea port on Pensacola Bay, which connects to the Gulf of Mexico.
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Submit details about the sailing/cruising in the area, etc.
===Charts===
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NOAA Charts 11382 & 11383
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===Radio Nets===
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===Communication===
''Also see [[HF_Radio|Cruiser's Nets]]''
''Also see [[HF_Radio|Cruiser's Nets]]''
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Submit details of local radio Nets.
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===Local Climate and Weather===
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The climate of Pensacola is subtropical, with mild winters and hot, humid summers. Summer temperatures are characterized by highs in the low 90s and lows in the mid 70s. The average high in July is 91 °F (32.8 °C), with 59 days per year reaching at least 90 °F (32.2 °C). The average low in July is 75 °F (23.9 °C). Evening thunderstorms are common during the summer months. Pensacola's location on the ''Florida Panhandle'' makes it vulnerable to hurricanes.
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===Approach and Navigation===
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==Navigation==
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===Marinas & Yacht Clubs===
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* '''Chico Marina'''. 3009 Barrancas Ave, Pensacola, FL 32507. Ph: (850) 453-8863 <br>Their rate as of Jan. 01, 2009 is... $7.50/ft per month for vessels to 25 feet in length and $8.50/ft per month for vessels 26 feet and larger. They can accommodate up to two catamarans and only offer month to month.  They do allow livaboards.
* '''Chico Marina'''. 3009 Barrancas Ave, Pensacola, FL 32507. Ph: (850) 453-8863 <br>Their rate as of Jan. 01, 2009 is... $7.50/ft per month for vessels to 25 feet in length and $8.50/ft per month for vessels 26 feet and larger. They can accommodate up to two catamarans and only offer month to month.  They do allow livaboards.
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* '''Pensacola Ship Yard and Marine Complex''' - Bayou Chico - [http://pensacolamarina.com PSMC website]
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* [http://pensacolamarina.com '''Pensacola Ship Yard and Marine Complex'''] - Bayou Chico
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* '''Pelicans Perch Marina''' - Bayou Chico - [http://www.pelicansperchmarina.com/ Pelicans Perch website]
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* [http://www.pelicansperchmarina.com/ '''Pelicans Perch Marina'''] - Bayou Chico
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===Anchorages===
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==Anchorages==
List details of all safe anchorages in the area.
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* Ft. McRee: - Position: Latitude: 30°19.634'N, Longitude: 087°19.139'W
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* Redfish Point: Position: Latitude: 30°19.072'N, Longitude: 087°20.575'W
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===Laundry===
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* '''Pensacola Growers' Retail Farmers' Market'''  Market Location:  Brentwood Park - 4905 North Palafox Street, Pensacola, Florida.  May through July, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, 7:00 a.m. to noon.  Contact Information:  Mary Welsh, 21000 Oakdale Drive, Robertsdale, AL 36567.  Telephone: (251) 960-1089.  WIC/FMNP coupons accepted at this market
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* The Oar House is located on Bayou Chico and has a dinghy dock.  Good food and drink.  1901 Cypress St, Pensacola, FL 32501, (850) 549-4444, [http://www.theoarhouse.biz Oar House website]
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* [http://www.theoarhouse.biz The Oar House] - located on Bayou Chico and has a dinghy dock.  Good food and drink.  1901 Cypress St, Pensacola, FL 32501, (850) 549-4444,  
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* [http://www.venturemarineservice.com/ Venture Marina Services] - Fully licensed and insured marine repair service. Free estimates. 4771 Bayou Blvd #157, Pensacola, FL 32503. Ph: 850-377-7077
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==Friends==
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*Ben Harris - email bharris [at] RationalRealty [dot] com or phone 850-525-2542 - local Catalina sailor.
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*  [http://www.SailingPensacola.com Sailing forum] - dedicated to sailing in Pensacola.
*  [http://www.SailingPensacola.com Sailing forum] - dedicated to sailing in Pensacola.
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Latest revision as of 07:54, 16 August 2018

World ▶ United States ▶ Florida State ▶ Pensacola
Pensacola

GPS: 30°28.41′N, 87°12.74′W
Gallery: Panoramio
Chartlet: Chartlet

Contents

Background

Pensacola is the westernmost city in the Florida Panhandle and is a sea port on Pensacola Bay, which connects to the Gulf of Mexico.

Submit details about the sailing/cruising in the area, etc.

Charts

  • NOAA Charts 11382 & 11383

Communication

Also see Cruiser's Nets

Submit details of local radio Nets.

Local Climate and Weather

The climate of Pensacola is subtropical, with mild winters and hot, humid summers. Summer temperatures are characterized by highs in the low 90s and lows in the mid 70s. The average high in July is 91 °F (32.8 °C), with 59 days per year reaching at least 90 °F (32.2 °C). The average low in July is 75 °F (23.9 °C). Evening thunderstorms are common during the summer months. Pensacola's location on the Florida Panhandle makes it vulnerable to hurricanes.

Sources for Weather Forecasts:

Navigation

Details?

Check-in facilities

Submit details about facilities for checking in - where to dock, etc.

Ports and Popular Stops

Marinas & Yacht Clubs

  • Chico Marina. 3009 Barrancas Ave, Pensacola, FL 32507. Ph: (850) 453-8863
    Their rate as of Jan. 01, 2009 is... $7.50/ft per month for vessels to 25 feet in length and $8.50/ft per month for vessels 26 feet and larger. They can accommodate up to two catamarans and only offer month to month. They do allow livaboards.
  • Pensacola Ship Yard and Marine Complex - Bayou Chico
  • Pelicans Perch Marina - Bayou Chico

Anchorages

List details of all safe anchorages in the area.

  • Ft. McRee: - Position: Latitude: 30°19.634'N, Longitude: 087°19.139'W
  • Redfish Point: Position: Latitude: 30°19.072'N, Longitude: 087°20.575'W

Offshore Islands

List Islands

Routes/Passages To/From

Popular passages/routes, timing, etc.

Tourism & things to do ashore

List places of interest, tours, eateries, etc.

Fuel, Water, & Electricity

  • Bahia Mar Marina has gas and diesel, water and ice, and pumpout. (850)432-9620

Laundry

Grocery Stores

  • Pensacola Growers' Retail Farmers' Market Market Location: Brentwood Park - 4905 North Palafox Street, Pensacola, Florida. May through July, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, 7:00 a.m. to noon. Contact Information: Mary Welsh, 21000 Oakdale Drive, Robertsdale, AL 36567. Telephone: (251) 960-1089. WIC/FMNP coupons accepted at this market

Eateries

  • The Oar House - located on Bayou Chico and has a dinghy dock. Good food and drink. 1901 Cypress St, Pensacola, FL 32501, (850) 549-4444,

Motorbike & Car Rentals

Marine Stores & Facilities

Submit addresses and contact details of marine related businesses that are of interest to cruisers.

Repairs

Transportation

Transportation to mainland or other countries, etc.

References

Publications, Guides, etc.

Friends

Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.

  • Ben Harris - email bharris [at] RationalRealty [dot] com or phone 850-525-2542 - local Catalina sailor.

Forums

List links to discussion threads on partnering forums. (see link for requirements)

Links

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