Celebrate the NEW YEAR TWICE at Cape San Blas!  

That's right!  Cape San Blas is right on the timeline and you can enjoy bringing in the New Year Twice!

If you're tired of waiting 12 full months for another New Year, head to Gulf County (where Cape San Blas is located).  You can start in the Eastern Time Zone on Cape San Blas, in Port St. Joe or St. Joe Beach & then celebrate all over again just to the west in the central time zone in Mexico Beach!

You can also enjoy fireworks in BOTH Port St. Joe and Mexico Beach!

There is a scavenger hunt as part of the festivities!  

Collect complimentary New Year’s Eve promotional favors from businesses in both Port St. Joe & Mexico Beach. Visit each business listed on the above site (see link)

to collect 1 party favor to use when you ring in the New Year twice tonight. Each business will punch your card to verify the collection.

Upon completion of the scavenger hunt, turn in your card to either the Gulf County Welcome Center or the Mexico Beach Welcome Center by 1:00 pm CT on January 2nd , for a chance to win a free 2 night stay for Celebrate Twice 2016!  You can print a form from this page:  http://www.celebratetwice.com/



SHUTTLE SCHEDULE (complimentary):
Shuttles will begin at 8pm Eastern (7pm Central) & end at 3am Eastern (2 a.m. Central)

The last shuttles will run at 3 a.m. Eastern (2 a.m. Central). If you need to get back to where you started, this is your LAST chance to do that!




Of course you can always enjoy fireworks from right on the beach without ever leaving!  We've always enjoyed making a beach bonfire & and relaxing on the beach and bringing in the New Year right now!  We've never been disappointed by the fireworks right there & you can also see them across the coast in the distance as well!

If you don't have reservations this year, we would love to have you bring in the New Year at the beach next year!  You can see links to all of our Cape San Blas Beach Rentals from this page:  http://www.thecapeescape.com/CapeSanBlasVacationRentals.htm

Forgotten Coast Paddle Jam

May 16-18, 2014

 On Saturday May 17th, 2014 folks in the Apalachicola Bay area will attempt to set a World Record on the Apalachicola River by "rafting up" over 2,100+ kayaks. The event will take place at the confluence of the Apalachicola River and the Apalachicola Bay, 1/2 mile east of the Apalachicola Bridge.

Forgotten Coast Paddle Jam 2014, is a three-day festival May 16-18^th. The Forgotten Coast is unique and diverse ecosystem of water systems, forests, wetlands, coastal environs and human communities. Paddle Jam is a new festival celebrating the Forgotten Coast and helping those in need in a unique way through paddle sports, music & food. Paddle Jam is a “fluid festival” with events happening at various locations in Apalachicola and St. George Island.  So, if you “Love 2 Paddle... Paddle 2 Love," we invite you to join with us at Forgotten Coast Paddle Jam 2014!

During Paddle Jam we will attempt to set a new Guinness WORLD RECORD for the Largest Floating KAYAK RAFT.  The current record was set September 24, 2011, when 1,902 kayaks and canoes assembled on Fourth Lake in Inlet, N.Y.  On Saturday from noon-3:00pm we attempt to break the current record.  Paddle Jam will also showcase live local music and local food, and offer something for people who are passionate about life on the Forgotten Coast.  Proceeds from Saturday kayak events will go to helping “at risk” children, youth and families in need through the Outreach Ministries of the ASGI Cooperative Parish (850) 653-9530

Get more information at:   http://www.paddle2love.com

See their Video:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QJLclvvA88U

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Salt Air Farmers Market: March - December

Port St. Joe offers a Farmers Market every 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month March - December. 

 You will find it at City Commons Park in Port St. Joe from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.    Enjoy fresh seasonal produce from local farmers, regional vegetables, fruit, Gulf seafood, meat, cheeses and breads to enjoy during your time at Cape  San Blas.  It also boasts of handmade arts and crafts, jewelry, pottery & gifts.  
They often have live music as well...something for everyone!

Great way to start your Cape San Blas vacation or pick up some memories for your way home!

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Rainy Day Ideas: Do Some Crafts or Explore Some Area History

While it's rare to have a full day of rain on Cape San Blas, it does occasionally rain.  Don't let that spoil your day or your fun family time!  Even if it's not raining, sometimes you need some down time from the beach.

Here are some ideas of things to do on those days!

The Artery Studio:  Downtown Port St. Joe  850-227-5741
Drop by during their "open hours" & paint a beach-theme photo frame, a basket, flower pots or decorate a photo frame with shells you collected on the beach.  You can also paint a canvas or take a silk painting class and take home a beautiful, wearable piece of art to remember your vacation.

No Name Cafe:  Downtown Port St. Joe
850-229-9277
In addition to the Cafe, it offers a wide variety of books, puzzles and even arts and crafts supplies you can enjoy back in your vacation rental.

Parent can enjoy local art, pottery, painting and jewelry.  The "Bead Lady" also offers classes in jewelry making classes.  Knitting and crocheting classes are offered  as well.

PoJo Place:  Downtown Port St. Joe.  850-705-1050
Features local arts and crafts.  Some of the work is created on-site.  Watch glass blowers from the front window or have an airbrush or screen print tee created.  Carries a large selection of beach themed furniture and gifts.

If you're looking for a little history,  Apalachicola (about 25 min. to the East of Cape San Blas) has a rich history!

Apalachicola Museum of Art:   850-653-2090
The Greek Revival style Fry-Conter house was built in 1945 and has been meticulously
restored and now serves as the museum.  Enjoy temporary visual art exhibits.



Apalachicola Maritime Museum:  103 Water Street.  850-653-2500
The Maritime Museum celebrates and preserves the maritime history of Apalachicola in a hands on learning environment with active sailing and adventure programs, boat-building and restoration.

John Gorrie State Museum:  Apalachicola. 6th Street & Avenue D.  850-683-9347
Open Thursday - Monday from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Contains a replica of the 1st ice machine (predecessor to A/C) created by Dr. John Gorrie in and attempt to cool his yellow fever patients.  His invention later became the basis for the ice industry and air conditioning....we are all grateful for both!

Raney House Museum.  Apalachicola.  Corner of Avenue F.  850-653-1700.
Owned by the city of Apalachicola on the National Register of Historic homes and provides a glimpse of the life of cotton commission merchant & community leader David Greenway Raney.  the Apalachicola Area Historical Society has furnished the 1838 home. Public tours from 1 - 4 Tuesday - Friday and Saturdays from 9 - 5