Dozens of boaters turned out for the annual Blessing of the Fleet

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Members of the clergy, Fr. Michael Hughes, Fr. Ryan Wright and the Rev. Aubrey Cort presided over this year’s Blessing of the Fleet.
The Bokeelia Boat Club held its second annual Blessing of the Fleet on March 20 at Jug Creek in front of the Coast Connection docks.
Fr. Michael Hughes, Fr. Ryan Wright and Rev. Aubrey Cort gave the blessing to 35 boats as they passed by the docks. A large crowd was on hand at the docks.
Scott Player, owner of the Coast Connection had lots of seafood available for purchase, and live entertainment.
Plans are under way for next year’s Blessing again sponsored by the Bokeelia Boat Club.