Safety is everything, and it all starts with wearing the right life jacket. Florida, otherwise known as the Sunshine State, has some of the best sparkling water in the nation, making it the perfect place for watersports and boat days. Over 18% of the state is water, and Florida has everything from lakes to shorelines. But spending the day out…
Florida is famous for its sparkling waters, whether you’re a beach fanatic, a river fiend, or a lake lounger. Boating in Florida is a quintessential part of being a Floridian,…
With over 8,000 miles of shoreline and 7,000 lakes calling the state home, boating in Florida is one of the most enjoyable things you can do. From splashing around in the…
In a state with thousands of lakes, it’s obvious that Florida is one of the best places in the world to enjoy a fun day on the water. The Sunshine…
The Sunshine State loves having fun on and off the water. With commercials and country songs that sing about the joy of cracking a cold one on the open waves,…
Florida’s Manatees Florida’s manatees are large aquatic mammals which are recognizable from their thick, gray wrinkled skin. They can be found in fresh, brackish and salt water throughout Florida, including navigable canals. They’ve even been know to get through lock systems to move further up river and into canal systems. Manatees can be slow moving creatures, spending most of their…
All boats in Florida are required to carry a Coast Guard-approved life jacket for each person aboard the boat. Additionally, boats 16 feet in length or greater must also carry a…
Laws in regards to boat safety equipment requirements vary depending on the state you’re boating in and the size of boat you’re operating. Minimum Florida Boat Safety Equipment Requirements In…
When it comes to a boater’s paradise, you don’t need to look any further than the sunshine state of Florida. With the second-longest coastline in the U.S.A, Florida boasts 1,350…