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The Turtle Hospital, Marathon, FL
http://www.turtlehospital.org
Rehabilitates & returns injured sea turtles to the wild; educates the public through outreach programs; conducts & assists with research, works toward environmental legislation to make the beaches & water safe & clean for sea turtles. A 501(c)(3) charitable corporation. Offers guided tours.

Key Deer Refuge
http://www.fws.gov/nationalkeydeer
Protects & preserves Key deer and other wildlife resources in the Florida Keys; conserves endangered and threatened fish, wildlife and plants; provides habitat and protection for migratory birds; provides opportunities for environmental education and public viewing of refuge wildlife and habitats.

GLEE
Green Living & Energy Education
http://www.keysGLEE.com
Promotes sustainability in the Florida Keys. A 501(c)(3) charitable corporation.

Island Joe’s Coffee, Key West
http://www.islandjoescoffee.com
Island Joe’s Coffee is the only coffee served at Deer Run Bed & Breakfast. Offering organic, shade grown (bird friendly), fairly traded gourmet coffee & espresso blends. All coffee is roasted on site. Has an energy efficient oxidizer to reduce energy consumption which also captures the residual pollution before it reaches the outside environment!! Ships all over the world.

The Good Food Conspiracy, Big Pine Key, FL
(305) 872-3945
Gem of a health food store & juice bar located on Big Pine Key. Offers wraps, coffees, soups, smoothies, etc. with many vegetarian options.

Forgotten Felines, Marathon, FL
http://www.forgottenfelinesinc.com
Nonprofit organization whose primary goal is to trap, spay/neuter and treat feral cats.

Reflections Eco Kayak & Nature Tours
http://www.floridakeyskayaktours.com
Located on Big Pine Key, offering personalized and informative kayak tours.

Lloyd’s Tropical Bike Tours, Key West, FL
http://www.lloydstropicalbiketour.com
Ride a bike through Key West with Lloyd and discover what Key West is really all about… With NO fuel, NO fumes and NO noise!!!!

The Café, Key West, FL
(305) 296-5515
Awesome mostly vegetarian restaurant in Key West, vegan options clearly marked on menu.

The Sugar Apple, Key West, FL
(305) 292-0043
http://www.sugarapplekeywest.com
Wonderful health food grocer with cozy vegan café onsite.

Florida Keys Wildlife Rescue, Inc., Big Pine Key, FL
24 hour hotline (305) 872-1982
Email: chicco54@bellsouth.net
Nonprofit organization which works to rescue, rehab & release Keys wildlife and birds.

Lower Keys Chamber of Commerce
http://www.lowerkeyschamber.com
Information on the Big Pine Key & Lower Keys region, to assist travelers, and people considering relocating to the region.

Delicious Organics
http://www.deliciousorganics.com
Organic produce & more, delivered to your door!

State of Florida, Certified Green Lodges
http://www.dep.state.fl.us/greenlodging
Established in 2004 by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) with the intent of recognizing and rewarding environmentally conscientious lodging facilities in the state; encourages the lodging industry to conserve and protect Florida’s natural resources. The Florida Green Lodging Program is unique in that it covers an all-inclusive list of environmental initiatives that are specific to the Florida environment.

The Nature Conservancy
http://www.nature.org
Preserving the Earth’s plants, animals & natural communities by protecting the land & water they need. A 501(c)(3) charitable corporation.

The Ocean Conservancy
http://www.oceanconservancy.org
To protect, restore, & conserve, and reform government for better ocean stewardship. A 501(c)(3) charitable corporation.

PETA/People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals
http://www.PETA.org
Supporting animal rights. A 501(c)(3) charitable corporation.

Reef Relief
http://www.reefrelief.org
Nonprofit organization which preserves and protects living coral reef ecosystems through local, regional and international efforts.

Save the Manatee
http://www.savethemanatee.org
Works to save the endangered manatee from extinction. A 501(c)(3) charitable corporation.

Veg News Magazine
http://www.vegnews.com
Offers up-to-date information on living a compassionate and healthy lifestyle.

Vegetarian Travel, restaurants & guide
http://www.happycow.net
Guide to restaurants & health food stores worldwide to assist travelers & people everywhere find vegetarian and healthy food options.

The White Pig, Schuyler, VA
http://www.thewhitepig.com
A vegan/vegetarian bed & breakfast (and animal sanctuary) located 23 miles south of Charlottesville, Virginia, in the scenic town of Schuyler.

Balasia Restaurant, Emmaus, PA
http://www.balasia.net
Stellar vegan & organic cuisine. Located in Emmaus, Pennsylvania. Focus is on sustainability, offering locally grown organics.

Farm Sanctuary
http://www.farmsanctuary.org
Works to end cruelty to farm animals and promotes compassionate living through rescue, education and advocacy.

The Vegetarian Resource Group
http://www.vrg.org
Nonprofit organization dedicated to educating the public on vegetarianism and the interrelated issues of health, nutrition, ecology, ethics, and world hunger.

Associated Human Society/Popcorn Park Zoo
http://www.ahscares.org
The largest animal sheltering system in New Jersey, comprised of 3 shelters located in Newark, Forked River and Tinton Falls. The Forked River facility also includes Popcorn Park Zoo, which is a sanctuary for abandoned, injured, ill, exploited, abused and elderly wildlife, exotic and farm animals & birds. A 501(c)(3) charitable corporation.

 

 

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Deer Run Bed & Breakfast
1997 Long Beach Road
Big Pine Key, FL 33043
Phone: 305-872-2015
Email: deerrunbb@aol.com
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