My son, Dave, is a friend of the folks at Caribbean Club, and he checked last year about launching there, and they had not problem with it. We did not use the area because Gilberts was available.
He checked again to be sure last night. Haven't heard from him today yet, but feel certain that the Crib will be fine. There will of course be a launching fee you must pay the bartender.
We will also finish there instead of Gilberts, needless to say.

Also, I went down to Anne's Beach today and we will set the finish line between Green 17 approach marks for Caloosa Cove Marina and a red flag on the beach.
You guys are actually going to MISS the MUD.

The good part is that you might find better lodging now. Mary knows all the good places and feel certain she will post them here.

Rick