Now accepting ads and submissions for the November issue. Deadline: October 10, 2025
Advertisers
Deadlines and Publish Dates
Deadlines and Publish Dates
Deadlines and Publish Dates
Call 772-664-9381 and send ad copy/art to Laura Allan, Creative Director: barefoottattler@gmail.com
Copy and artwork for new ads and any changes/cancellations to existing ads must be made by the deadline each month. Change requests made after the deadline are subject to rejection.
New Ad Rates - Eff. 12/25
Deadlines and Publish Dates
Deadlines and Publish Dates
Column = WIDTH. Inches = HEIGHT. (Each column is 2.5 inches).
Example: 1 column x 4 inch = 2.5 in width x 4 inch height
Example: 2 column x 5 inch = 2(2.5 in) x 5 inch = 5 in width x 5 in height
Advertise with The Tattler and BarefootBay.com
To Our Valued Advertisers
Published monthly since 1978 and refreshed in 2022 with a new look and community-first mission, The Tattler now reaches more readers than ever. We print and distribute 7,000–8,000 copies every month - a 33% increase over prior years - while our new digital hub, BarefootBay.com, launched in July 2025, currently averages 6000 unique visitors every month (and growing).
Together, The Tattler and BarefootBay.com are the most trusted way to reach Barefoot Bay's full-time residents and returning snowbirds, and those residents living in Micco, Grant and Crystal Bay (32976/32949).
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Why Advertise with Us
Reach that sticks: 95%+ of locals read each issue (FB poll), and many keep it until the next one arrives.
Positive community voice: We highlight local people and businesses - no doom and gloom.
Year-round engagement: Online edition for snowbirds + fast-growing daily traffic on BarefootBay.com.
Our Preferred Vendors List (PVL): Long-term advertisers are featured—searchable from the homepage—with their print ad and contact info - at no additional charge.
No contracts: Stay for the value, not the fine print.
Annual prepaid bonus: Pay for 11 months, get the 12th month free.
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Updated Ad Rates: The Tattler
Effective December 2025, (applies to the January 2026 issue)
Black & White: $17.50 per column inch
Color: +25% of ad cost (unchanged)
Premium placement (when available): Inside front cover, centerfold, and other high-visibility spots are offered first to long-term and prepaid advertisers.
Back page availability (below the Event Calendar): Rotated among all half-page ads to ensure fairness and exposure.
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Transition Policy
Current long-term prepaid advertisers continue at 2025 rates until their next renewal in 2026.
Lock-in option: Prepay before December 12, 2025, to secure 2025 rates.
Annual prepaid advertisers always receive the 12th month free.
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Inserts
$650 distribution fee - per issue
Advertiser supplies and ships printed 8.5"×11", two-sided color inserts
Inserted into every copy of The Tattler (8000 per issue)
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Expanded Opportunities on BarefootBay.com
Our Preferred Vendors List (PVL) is a trusted, searchable directory from the homepage showcasing long-term advertisers in The Tattler. Your print ad appears with your listing to reinforce your brand even more.
Limited Platinum Sponsorships – $5,000/year:
Prime Homepage Carousel visibility, prominent branding, heavy promotion, customizable with online promos, flash sales, etc.
Direct link to your website or creation of a custom business page on BarefootBay.com.
Be the FIRST Sponsor to support BarefootBay.com and we'll brag about it on the front page of The Tattler!
Exclusivity: BarefootBay.com is ad-free—no Google ads, no pop-ups. Our Platinum Sponsors and the PVL are the only business placements on the site. Your sponsorship helps keep it clean and community-focused.
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Insert Special – 3 Issues / 3 Months (Turnkey)
Provide your press-ready color artwork (8.5"×11", two-sided) and we handle printing, delivery to our printer, and insertion over three consecutive issues serving 32976 / 32949.
All-inclusive package price: $3,500 (covers printing, delivery, and insertion across 3 issues)
Total reach: ~24,000 flyers delivered (three impressions in 90 days)
This delivers mailing-level impact without the mailing-level cost or hassle.
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Ready to Get Started?
Reserve your ad space or ask about Platinum Sponsorships:
Rob Allan – Publisher/Editor
📞 772-664-9381
The Tattler/BarefootBay.com — trusted, local, and growing.
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