In addition, a healthy reverence for nature is evident in the large number of sanctuaries and protected habitats on the island. The Florida Keys Wild Bird Rehabilitation Center and John Pennekamp State Park are two such facilities devoted to the study and preservation of the island s natural wildlife. In Key Largo, a heavy emphasis in placed on family activities. Dolphins Plus, for example, is one of the many research centers now operating which entirely focuses on the relationship of dolphins to handicapped children. At Dolphins Plus, the children can swim and interact with the mammals to increase awareness and trust.
Diving becomes a family activity as well.
Mile Markers in the Florida Keys For street reference on the island, mile markers along the Overseas Highway are used in lieu of street addresses. These little green signs can be found every mile and, if you know the number you are looking for, getting around on the island is very easy. Either cars or boats are used most frequently for transportation. Some visitors, as well as local residents, prefer to stay or live in Key Largo over nearby Miami. There is not a long commute between the two cities and for specific destinations, like Homestead and the new Motorsports Complex, Key Largo is just plain closer.