The North end of Longboat Key is known as Beer Can Island or Greer Island, and it has always been know for its very unique beach that has been littered with Driftwood from old tress that has taken years to gather. Because of major concerns of beach erosion The City of Longboat Key decided to move forward and complete the beach re-nourishment project. The new beach looks very good but its the old Florida charm that never can be replace.