28 March 2025 – The Beach Ferry and Ferry Dock House are experiencing some mechanical issues. The Beach Ferry motor has malfunctioned. It is still under warranty, if maintained by a certified dealer and marine mechanic, and the Trust has a spare. Also, the Ferry battery bank must be replaced. Finally, the Ferry lift motor is malfunctioning and must be…
28 February 2025 – Please download the video here for a view of the new Beach Ferry Dock on the key and the new boardwalk. Also, the Beach Ferry Ferry will be closed on Wednesday, 19 March 2025, for the annual US Coast Guard inspection. Thanks.
18 February 2025 – The Beach Ferry will begin operations on Saturday, 22 February 2025. Passes will go on sale beginning Thursday, 20 February 2025 at the SVBET temporary office located next to the Ferry Dock House. SVBET temporary office hours beginning the week of 24 February 2025 will be Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday from 9:00 AM to 1:00…
7 February 2025 – We are getting closer to beginning Ferry Service! The low-water dock is completed except for the safety railing. Materials will be delivered soon and the rails will be added. We are still on target for an end of February opening. Stay tuned…… Recall that Hurricane Ian, in September of 2022, resulted in a 6 month closure.…
30 January 2025 – Repairs have begun on the low-water dock and repairs continue on the Ferry Dock House. We anticipate repairs will be completed by the end of February, if we do not uncover additional damage. We will communicate a specific opening date as repairs progress and we are more confident of a date. As you may or may…
23 January 2025 – SVBET has posted its 2024 Administrative Report on the website under Docs. It has some hurricane update information. Thanks!