Egmont lighthouse was my first duty station out of basic training. I was stationed there from June 74- February 75 and now do volunteer work with Egmont Key Alliance.
If Ft Dade was built in 1898, how could it have been used in the Civil War (1861-1865). Or which Civil War? Do you mean the Spanish American War maybe?
Hi there, yes I did miss-speak in the video! The fort was not yet built during the Civil War but the island itself was used by the union navy during the Civil War.
I appreciate you taking the time to show us all these interesting and historical places. Reprimand the boat for not staying put. Thanks.
I boat past Egmont all the time and never have made the time to explore it, but will stop out there sometime now. Thanks for sharing!
One of the best videos so far, I think. Thanks for taking the time to video so much of it, Chris.
Egmont lighthouse was my first duty station out of basic training. I was stationed there from June 74- February 75 and now do volunteer work with Egmont Key Alliance.
That’s fantastic! What a beautiful island with so much history. Thank you for commenting! I will be back next month to explore the island some more
Thank you for watching! Yes was not planning on swimming to the boat but had to go with it haha
Coming to the Tampa area. Saw your Egmont video, really loved it. Do you do charters.
Welcome to Tampa! Feel free to email at chris@ufsfloridamarine.com
Have a great week and thanks for watching!
What boat is that? How big is it?
Adventure 208, about 21ft long
If Ft Dade was built in 1898, how could it have been used in the Civil War (1861-1865). Or which Civil War? Do you mean the Spanish American War maybe?
Hi there, yes I did miss-speak in the video! The fort was not yet built during the Civil War but the island itself was used by the union navy during the Civil War.
No problem. I thought this was one of those FL rewrites on history (just kidding). Sorry if I came across harshly.