Pensacola
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GPS: 30°28.41′N, 87°12.74′W
Gallery: Panoramio
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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.
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Charts
- NOAA Charts 11382 & 11383
Communication
Also see Cruiser's Nets
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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.
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Check-in facilities
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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
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Routes/Passages To/From
Popular passages/routes, timing, etc.
Tourism & things to do ashore
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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
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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
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Links
- Sailing forum - dedicated to sailing in Pensacola.
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