GCSC Cruise · 10,000 Islands
Panther Key
Panther Key is a small, uninhabited island with a sandy beach about 25 nm south of Marco, and it's one of the club's most popular cruises. Many cruisers sail to Marco on Friday and stay overnight, then head down together on Saturday for two nights on anchor, beach time and a bonfire.
Fri, Feb 19 to Mon, Feb 22, 2027
Anchor out
Beach party & bonfire
Overnight on Marco
Cruise Director: Peter Russo
Friday, Feb 19Sail to Marco Island and stay overnight at a marina or on anchor. See the slip options below.
Saturday, Feb 20Cruise to Panther Key. Dinghy over to visit friends or join others on the beach.
Sunday, Feb 21Beach party around 12:30, so bring your beach chairs, an umbrella, SUNSCREEN and a picnic lunch. That evening we'll have sundowners and a bonfire on the beach, so bring your chairs and BUG SPRAY!
Monday, Feb 22Return home or continue on.
Staying on Marco Friday night
Many cruisers sail to Marco and stay overnight on Friday. If you have trouble finding a slip, let us know.
Factory Bay Marina · (239) 389-2929
Marco Island Marina · (239) 642-2531
Rose Marina · (239) 394-2502
You can also anchor in Factory Bay or Smokehouse Bay.
What to bring
A dinghy to get to the beach
Beach chairs, an umbrella and sunscreen
A picnic lunch for the beach party
Bug spray for the bonfire
This cruise is open to all sailors in Southwest Florida, members of the other clubs too. More details and skipper instructions will follow for those who register.