Station/Boat Location~
Key West
Date there~
2003-current
Weather~
Key West has a mild tropical climate because of the nearness of the Gulf Stream in the straits of FL and the tempering effects of the gulf of Mexico to the west and north. The year round temperature averages about 78 degrees w/ humidity level of 72%. During winter months its only 14 degrees lower than the summer. Cold fronts are strongly modified by the warm water as they move in from the north in the winter. Prevailing easterly winds and sea breezes suppress the usual summertime heating. But summer time seems too hot of me. The months of June-November are hurricane season.
Medical~
Key West has an ambulatory care clinic which takes care of the active duty, family members, retirees and retiree families. The nearest military hospital is located at NAS Jacksonville. All emergency cases are seen at the Lower Keys Medical Center utilizing Tricare benefits. All other cases are seen at The Family Medicine Clinic. The Branch dental is to treat active duty only. Everyone else has to go into town.
Housing~
They do have family housing most units are limited in space 900-1200 sq feet. If you have a lot or large furniture you may want to keep it in permanent storage during your tour. Weapons are not allowed in housing and they do not have a permanent storage on base for weapons so you would need to find something in town. Geo- and Bachelor Quarters are fully furnished except TV and kitchen items. If you plan to store your household goods or weapons it is not reimbursed by the government. If you are looking to live off-base the referral office can help provide you w/a vacancy report listing by location,rent,property type# of bedrooms, pet acceptance, furnished/unfurnished and my other features. BAH is offered.
Shopping~
Strolling or shopping on Duval St and local area offers many specialty shops, Restaurants and attractions. The 2 shopping centers include stores like Kmart, Sears, Pier one, Ross The closest Walmart and large mall is in Fl city 159 miles northeast.
Child Care/Schools~
On base they have a CDC, and also have an Elementary school called Sigsbee. Where kids go that live on the Sigsbee base. They also have other elementary schools in town along with acouple middle schools and one high school Key West High. They also have Private schools and Special Education schools.
Adult Schools~
Florida Keys Community College
Fun Activities~
Check out http://floridakeys.net/tdccalendarnew.cfm for information. Also there is Conch Tour Train or Trolly, Bahia Honda State Park (30 miles north), Dolphin Research Center (59 miles north), Higgs Beach, Key Colony Beach Golf Course (53 miles north), Key West Aquarium, National Marine Sanctuary (28.5 miles north), Public Library, Museum of Natural History of Fl (Marathon FL), National Key Deer Refuge(28.5 miles north), Smathers Beach, Theater of the Sea (45 mins away),A Navy water pool park at Trumbo. Fantasy Fest in October. Fort Jefferson National Monument (65 miles west) Fort Zachary Taylor Park, Key West Golf Resort
Additional Info~
This is our 4 station and my 3rd island and so far this is the nicest one I have been on. Their are things or younger children to do you just need to look for them. In my opinion I think its a great place for singles or a married couple with no or older children. There is a lot of traffic and a lot of scooters and bikes so watch out!! Well enjoy if you get stationed here remember its what you make of it that counts.
Homeport FL
Key West
Date there~
2003-current
Weather~
Key West has a mild tropical climate because of the nearness of the Gulf Stream in the straits of FL and the tempering effects of the gulf of Mexico to the west and north. The year round temperature averages about 78 degrees w/ humidity level of 72%. During winter months its only 14 degrees lower than the summer. Cold fronts are strongly modified by the warm water as they move in from the north in the winter. Prevailing easterly winds and sea breezes suppress the usual summertime heating. But summer time seems too hot of me. The months of June-November are hurricane season.
Medical~
Key West has an ambulatory care clinic which takes care of the active duty, family members, retirees and retiree families. The nearest military hospital is located at NAS Jacksonville. All emergency cases are seen at the Lower Keys Medical Center utilizing Tricare benefits. All other cases are seen at The Family Medicine Clinic. The Branch dental is to treat active duty only. Everyone else has to go into town.
Housing~
They do have family housing most units are limited in space 900-1200 sq feet. If you have a lot or large furniture you may want to keep it in permanent storage during your tour. Weapons are not allowed in housing and they do not have a permanent storage on base for weapons so you would need to find something in town. Geo- and Bachelor Quarters are fully furnished except TV and kitchen items. If you plan to store your household goods or weapons it is not reimbursed by the government. If you are looking to live off-base the referral office can help provide you w/a vacancy report listing by location,rent,property type# of bedrooms, pet acceptance, furnished/unfurnished and my other features. BAH is offered.
Shopping~
Strolling or shopping on Duval St and local area offers many specialty shops, Restaurants and attractions. The 2 shopping centers include stores like Kmart, Sears, Pier one, Ross The closest Walmart and large mall is in Fl city 159 miles northeast.
Child Care/Schools~
On base they have a CDC, and also have an Elementary school called Sigsbee. Where kids go that live on the Sigsbee base. They also have other elementary schools in town along with acouple middle schools and one high school Key West High. They also have Private schools and Special Education schools.
Adult Schools~
Florida Keys Community College
Fun Activities~
Check out http://floridakeys.net/tdccalendarnew.cfm for information. Also there is Conch Tour Train or Trolly, Bahia Honda State Park (30 miles north), Dolphin Research Center (59 miles north), Higgs Beach, Key Colony Beach Golf Course (53 miles north), Key West Aquarium, National Marine Sanctuary (28.5 miles north), Public Library, Museum of Natural History of Fl (Marathon FL), National Key Deer Refuge(28.5 miles north), Smathers Beach, Theater of the Sea (45 mins away),A Navy water pool park at Trumbo. Fantasy Fest in October. Fort Jefferson National Monument (65 miles west) Fort Zachary Taylor Park, Key West Golf Resort
Additional Info~
This is our 4 station and my 3rd island and so far this is the nicest one I have been on. Their are things or younger children to do you just need to look for them. In my opinion I think its a great place for singles or a married couple with no or older children. There is a lot of traffic and a lot of scooters and bikes so watch out!! Well enjoy if you get stationed here remember its what you make of it that counts.
Homeport FL
