Bimini Trip June 27th - July 2nd 2021

[Gofish206]

I was thinking about trolling in that deep water half way across too

My luck I would get busted with a cooler full of mahi at customs. But I did think about pulling some high speed lures on the way over.

 

[Skroggy66]

My luck I would get busted with a cooler full of mahi at customs. But I did think about pulling some high speed lures on the way over.

We are thinking a like. I will risk it. We get a fishing permit as soon as we clear customs.

 

[Sbrown]

I'm considering booking/planning a Keys trip as a back out plan and setting a deadline (refund date) to make a final decision. Just afraid that I'm going make the 2 day pull and COVID restrictions kill the trip.

I think this is smart, I have the same concerns.
Exactly what my plans are as well.

 

[Julian]

@Deb Davis has a condo available for that week: 2/3 19-A. Very nice. I remodeled it pre Covid. All new appliances including A/C. New living , dining, master furniture. All new linens. Really nice harbor view.

I rent it for owners who never go. $375/ nite. $100 for Patrice to clean.

So I just talked to Deb (the owner of the condo I rent from-who also has 19a available) and she just learned that "Paddle for a Cure" will be there through the evening of June 26th, and has the whole marina rented.

I have the marina rental contact info, so I'm going to call them and find out the scoop and see about a group rate (since we are a returning repeat group).

 

[James R Whitten]

So I just talked to Deb (the owner of the condo I rent from-who also has 19a available) and she just learned that "Paddle for a Cure" will be there through the evening of June 26th, and has the whole marina rented.

I have the marina rental contact info, so I'm going to call them and find out the scoop and see about a group rate (since we are a returning repeat group).

I'm waiting on nichelle to email me back tomorrow.

 

[robert843]

I'm considering booking/planning a Keys trip as a back out plan and setting a deadline (refund date) to make a final decision. Just afraid that I'm going make the 2 day pull and COVID restrictions kill the trip.

while it is a fluid situation. I was on call the week with the Bahamas Tourism Ministry and I can promise you the only way it gets canceled by Covid is if things get out of hand.

 

[Jason Kloehn]

Looking at 2022. Coming from Wisconsin, coming in the end of June til July 3. For a trip to Marathon and cruising the gulf to Key West.
hopefully we will be using our new boat a 275 SD. For this trip. Bimini excites us both. What cities is better to launch Ft. lauderdale or Miami.

I will also be coming from Wisconsin in 2022. Hoping to be able to team up with this group for the trip.

 

[Kevin Sargent]

I'm waiting on nichelle to email me back tomorrow.

Man, that will suck

I'm waiting on nichelle to email me back tomorrow.

I guess I will be anchored, standing watch, and sleeping on my boat the 26th...night fishing anyone?

 

[Lee H]

@Julian can you please add me to the roster? It will be myself and 3 adults in a grey 2019 AR195. I have condo 20E reserved at Bimini Sands

 

[James R Whitten]

Heres email I received from Bimini cove regarding a group discount for docking and condos. If interested give me a shout.

 

[Julian]

@Julian can you please add me to the roster? It will be myself and 3 adults in a grey 2019 AR195. I have condo 20E reserved at Bimini Sands

Added you and @ThatJeepGuy - both to the page 1 list, and to the ongoing private "Conversation". If I've missed you, send me a message!

 

[svana]

I'm sure everyone following this thread is following private message as well. But just in case. I got off the phone with the manager of bimini cove. Im trying to get discounts setup for condos and boat slips. I'll know more Monday. For those that are already booked I'll see about getting the price prorated.

Hey James, any good news?

Heres email I received from Bimini cove regarding a group discount for docking and condos. If interested give me a shout.

Count me in on the docking please! Is there a minimum foot length that they're charging? Also, if you don't mind letting me know what the rates/location are for the 1br+loft - we'd be willing to adjust also.

 

[James R Whitten]

Hey James, any good news?


Count me in on the docking please! Is there a minimum foot length that they're charging? Also, if you don't mind letting me know what the rates/location are for the 1br+loft - we'd be willing to adjust also.

Just heard back. There's no foot requirement. You only pay for what you need.

 

[James R Whitten]

Heres the pricing for condos at Bimini Cove.

 

[Wes Walley]

So I'm getting a head start this year and we have already booked our trip for Bimini in 2021. We will be departing Bahia Mar Sunday June 27 to cross to Bimini and will be returning on Friday July 2nd. We are staying at Resort World this year as I have a bunch of family joining me who are not very keen on being on the boat all day so at least over there they will have other things to do while I out on the boat. All are welcome to join us but this will be a loosely organized trip more of a group crossing. I will tag a few who maybe interested in joining and if you are interested let me know in this thread and I will try to keep track of who is going. If you do book lodging make sure they have a good cancellation policy as we never know right now with all the things going on if the trip will be allowed.

Here are a few key points to think about.

• As the Captain you are responsible for your boat and crew to safely make it to Bimini and back to Ft Lauderdale, this is your priority #1 assisting other boaters comes second.
• All on board your boat must be able to sit comfortably behind the windshield. Do not plan on having anyone sit in the bow area, in my 12 legs to and from the Bahamas (6 trips), only once has the conditions been nice enough to sit in the bow.
• All heavy cargo should be secured behind the windshield, either secured on the deck or in under seat storage areas.
• Unless your anchor locker is heavily padded or you are extremely confident your anchor is secured in the anchor locker, for the crossings pull the anchor from anchor locker and secure in an under seat storage area, it will not be needed on the crossing. Anchors in the anchor locker have punctured through hulls during past trips.

Once you and your crew have decided you want to join our June trip, here is a list of things you need to get done.

Outline of key items for the trip that you need to do.

1. Each person will need a passport
2. Room reservation at the Bahia Mar Hotel,
3. Slip reservation at the Bahia Mar Marina with launch location
4. Condo reservation at Bimini Sands, Resort World or somewhere else of your choosing
5. Filling out the Bahamas customs form
6. Filling out a Bahamas Immigration form
7. Clearing US Customs and Border Protection

[USERGROUP=14]@Bimini[/USERGROUP] @veedubtek @Andy S @1948Isaac @tim h @Bruce @Wisefam22 @DieselCamel @swatski @Shookie @Jack Long @Mainah @ThatJeepGuy @Berrie @bronze_10 @Gofish206 @Ramblin Wreck

Confirmed Participants

1. @robert843
2. @veedubtek
3. @B0at1n
4. @tim h
5. @Babin Farms
6. @Nexus
7. @Gofish206
8. @D_Booker
9. @Bizywk
10. @James R Whitten
11. @Slapjaw
12. @Valerie
13. @Julian
14. @Five Faces
15. @VaMarine
16. @Jutzi
17. @Gerry R
18. @Amar Nanduri
19. @jayasaki138
20. @ifly4fun
21. @svana
22. @jctaylor
23. @Papa Erp
24. @Lee H
25. @ThatJeepGuy

Can't Make it now:

• @PortTobacco II
• @Andy S

I would like to join this group.

 

[robert843]

I would like to join this group.

No problem just let us know when you book and which one of the departure dates you will be joining.

 

[Sbrown]

Heres the pricing for condos at Bimini Cove.

Are you able to get a list of what is still available in the rental pool?

 

[James R Whitten]

Are you able to get a list of what is still available in the rental pool?

I'll shoot an email out to her.

 

[James R Whitten]

I spoke with bimini cove as far as reservations for pool condos she recommends reserving through airbnb.

 

[Wes Walley]

No problem just let us know when you book and which one of the departure dates you will be joining.

Depart June 27