Gordie Welcome! Where are you lacated?
As for the key... My first guess is you have the WRONG KEY! I see no reason for the key to go away when stored in the dry..
You can get a pressure can of lock lube and try that. DO NOT use wd40.
Stupid question I know..but have you shook the wheel back and forth while attempting to turn the key?
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