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Dive into History: Shipwrecks of Biscayne National Park [OC, Small]

Biscayne National Park, the largest marine park in the National Park system, is home to a unique “underwater museum.” This series of podcasts highlights six of the sites on the park’s Maritime Heritage Trail, and is a perfect way to prepare for a personal visit to the wrecks, or simply to explore them from home. This podcast series is open-captioned. (640 x 360)

Introduction [CC, Small]

Introduction [CC, Small]

Ranger Astrid Rybeck introduces Biscayne National Park’s Maritime Heritage Trail, and whets the apetite for the podcasts on the individual…

Alicia [CC, Small]

Alicia [CC, Small]

Join Ranger Gary Bremen for a look at the story of the last great wreck of the Florida Keys wrecking…

Mandalay [CC, Small]

Mandalay [CC, Small]

Ranger Astrid Rybeck tells the tale of a small luxury cruise ship that was the "red carpet ship of the…

Lugano [CC, Small]

Lugano [CC, Small]

Biscayne National Park Ranger Heather Schorge tells about the ship which, when it grounded, was the largest ship ever to…

19th Century [CC, Small]

19th Century [CC, Small]

As Ranger Chris Beers explains, little remains to tell the story of this vessel. What was it carrying? Where was…

Arratoon Apcar [CC, Small]

Arratoon Apcar [CC, Small]

No ship in the park demonstrates better why lighthouses are so important! Ranger Heather Schorge hosts.

Erl King [CC, Small]

Erl King [CC, Small]

The important transition from sail to steam is exemplified by this ship, named for a character from German folklore. Ranger…