Scouting Reports

So I figured I'd document my up and coming expedition to Lois Key, aka the renowned "Monkey Island" of the florida keys where Charles Labs did a bunch of research on monkeys back in the 1990's that went haywire. Eventually the monkeys took over the island, destroying the local wildlife and vegetation, stripping the island bare. The scientists all but abandoned the project fearing for further ecological damage. Plus the monkeys were exceedingly out of control and vicious. Many exhibited rabies and other diseases.

(Left): Monkey Island is the south island on the map designated by the "D"

Apparently, signs clearly mark the island, warning off visitors saying trespassers will be prosecuted, yadi, yadi, yadi. However, since this is a privately run island, there can't be any federal prosecution for visiting it.

Looking at google maps, research reports on the subject... the island is roughly 1.9-2.6 miles south of the nearest beach landing depending on whether we use summerland key or cudjoe key.

We're going to try to make the excursion via kayaks when conditions are right. We will be equipped to fend off attacks. The number of monkeys occupying the island still remains in question, however if nothing else we'll find ruins.

Also locals give conflicting reports of another island near Marathon off the bay side of the seven-mile bridge that is also inhabited by monkeys, however, we're awaiting confirmation.

Regardless, all signs indicate that there are monkeys, as locals have reported hearing their screeches from a distance.