L ocally known as Treasure Island because of legends of pirates and buried treasure , Norman Island is believed to have inspired the Robert Lewis Stevenson classic, Treasure Island . Its many visitors will be delighted to know that Norman Island is being perserved in a natural state . The Bight . Everyone's favorite, the Bight is an ample and sheltered anchorage . With moorings to pick up, The Bight also has anchoring, the best of which is toward Billy Bones on a 15-30' shelf.
Good snorkeling is available over the seagrass or on the reef at the south end of the beach.
First we must research the search for buried treasure by reading stories about pirates . The book, Treasure Island , is a good choice for local knowledge and possible clues. Also see Prince of Pirates . Next we must outfit for our voyage and sail to The Bight . Don't forget your snorkeling fins, mask and snorkel.