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| The Fourth of July was a big celebration in Mexico Beach and we believe we had a record turnout. Our day started off bright and early with our annual Sandy Shoes 5K Fun-Run. We had 465 runners registered this year—a new record! The race was off to a running start and we hope everyone who participated enjoyed it. We would like to congratulate our winners: |
MALE
Overall Male: Ethan Mines
12 & Under: Tyler Rock
13-19: Cade Swindle
20-39: Dane Talbert
40-59: Rodney Wellmann
60+: Nicholas Tredway |
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FEMALE
Overall Female: Kathy Wolski
12 & Under: Anna Martinez
13-19: Jayde Smelcer
20-39: Marla Flanigan
40-59: Leslie Charles
60+: Gretchen Manes |
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| After the race, we normally have our kids’ fishing tournament, but this year we had to postpone it due to the canal improvements. The canal construction should be completed by the beginning of 2017, and we expect to have the fishing tournament again next year. Our night finished up with the giant fireworks display from the pier and it was spectacular! We would like to give a big thank-you to all the volunteers who very generously helped make our Best Blast on the Beach a success and a special thanks to all our guests for joining us. We hope you make plans to celebrate with us in 2017! |
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FISHING
REPORT |
Just a reminder to all our friends that not all fishing is done from a boat in Mexico Beach. Some of our anglers fish off the shore and some off the city pier. We also have anglers who enjoy diving. Thanks to the Mexico Beach Artificial Reef Association, we have over 160 reefs below the surface that attract fish of all kinds. Avid divers can enjoy looking at the many beautiful species as well as catching some of them.
Pictured are Carol Cox and Brian Higdon with a nice Gulf flounder and red snapper from the Tower Site reef area.
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AND THE
WINNER IS... |
Last month, we were giving away the book Images of America—Mexico Beach autographed by the authors, Cathey Parker Hobbs and Al Cathey, and donated by Parker Realty. The winner was Terry Thornhill from Pascagoula, Mississippi. Happy reading, Terry!
This month, we have a gift certificate to The Grove up for grabs. The nautical curiosities, local art, home decor, accessories and more at The Grove entice all types of shoppers. If you would like to put your name in the hat, send an e-mail to Melissa at [email protected] and be sure to put your contact info in the e-mail.
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| The beach is an alluring and romantic place to get married. If you’re getting married and want to experience a truly unique place, we recommend the beach! For more information on weddings or vow renewal ceremonies on the beach, visit www.mexicobeach.com. |
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| Jenny & Tyler |
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| This month our first couple is Jenny and Tyler, who joined us from Tulsa, Oklahoma. They had a beautiful sunset ceremony on our beach. Congratulations, Jenny and Tyler! |
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| Ryan & Cara |
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| Our next couple is Ryan and Cara, who joined us from Strasburg, Virginia. They came to renew their vows and celebrate 15 years of marriage. Congratulations, Ryan and Cara! |
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Mexico Beach 16th Annual
Photography Contest |
| Now until July 30 |
| The Mexico Beach 16th Annual Photography Contest is open now until July 30. We welcome all photographs taken in Mexico Beach—past and present—so start submitting your favorite images that you’ve captured in Mexico Beach. A panel of judges will award a first, second and third place in each of the six categories. Now go through your memory cards and submit your best pictures! For a registration form or more details, click here. |
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| Mexico Beach Offshore Classic |
| July 29–30 |
| Enjoy two days of offshore fun and a chance to cash in big! The 12th Annual Mexico Beach Offshore Classic, hosted by the Mexico Beach Marina, is now registering boaters for this great event. With cash prizes for first, second and third place, plus a grand prize winner, this event will pay out big. Three categories are open this year: Wahoo, Dolphin and King Mackerel. For more information, rules and registration, click here. |
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| Bay Scallop Season |
| August 22–September 5 |
| Grab your snorkel, mask, fins and a mesh bag and go scalloping! Take the family and have fun snorkeling around and looking for the blue “eyes” around the outer edge of the scallop’s shell. When you spot one, it’s really exciting! Just reach down and scoop it up. You can scallop for fun and return your catch to repopulate the area or keep your catch for a delicious dinner. The 2016 Scallop Season for St. Joseph Bay will be delayed and shortened to open August 22 and end September 5. Please note that scallop season for areas outside of Gulf County/St. Joseph Bay will be open from June 25 through September 24. Recreational scalloping will allow 40 scallops per person and 200 total per vessel. For more information click here. |
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| 20th Annual MBARA Kingfish Tournament |
| August 27 |
| Come participate or cheer on the participants at the 20th Annual MBARA Kingfish Tournament, which is a charitable event to build artificial reefs. Kicking off the event is the Captain’s Party on Friday, August 26, 5–9 p.m. (CT) at Beacon Hill Park. The fishing tournament is Saturday, August 27, 5 a.m.–5 p.m. (CT), and the weigh-in is from 1–5 p.m. (CT) at the Mexico Beach Marina. This long-standing tournament marks a great weekend for avid fishers and their families to enjoy Mexico Beach! |
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| SHRIMP BISQUE |
| If you would like to put in very little effort, have a great bisque and get accolades for being a top chef, then this recipe is for you! |
| INGREDIENTS |
1 pound deveined shrimp
Green onions
1 pound Velveeta cheese (some cooks use Gouda)
2 cans cream of potato soup
2 cups half-and-half
1 can Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies
1 (12-ounce) can of corn
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| DIRECTIONS |
Set shrimp and onions aside.
Place all other ingredients in a crock pot on low for several hours,
until everything is melted.
When ready to serve, sauté onions in butter or coconut oil and then add shrimp.
When shrimp are cooked, add to soup in crock pot (no need to drain).
Serve with crusty homemade bread and a salad of tomatoes and Vidalia onions with dressing.
Enjoy! |
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| Words of Encouragement from Successful People |
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“The secret of getting ahead is getting started.” —Mark Twain
“When everything seems to be going against you, remember that the airplane takes off against the wind, not with it.” —Henry Ford
“I have not failed. I’ve just found 10,000 ways that won’t work.”
—Thomas Edison
“Only when the tide goes out do you discover who’s been swimming naked.” —Warren Buffett
“Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” —Albert Einstein
“I can accept failure. Everyone fails at something. But I can’t accept not trying.” —Michael Jordan
“Life consists not in holding good cards, but in playing those you hold well.” —Josh Billings
“If we do not discipline ourselves, the world will do it for us.”
—William Feather
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PHONE
1-888-723-2546 |
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ADDRESS
102 Canal Parkway
Mexico Beach, FL 32456 |
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