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Safety & Navigation

Channel markers, shallow water, manatee zones, tides and weather: how to get around Sarasota Bay safely.

Keep It Safe – Helpful Tips for Spending the Day on the Florida Waterways

It’s hot outside, the sun’s shining and Florida families are celebrating the kick off of summer (Florida-style) by feeding their passion for boating and all things related to being out on the water. It’s fun and relaxing but with boating comes a certain amount of responsibility and safety considerations as well. Boating safety should always…

10 Tips for Navigating Sarasota Bay and the Intracoastal Waterway

Sarasota Bay is the perfect place to relax and spend some time with friends or family. Although these waters can appear calm, they are not without challenges. Shoals, sandbars, and passes to the Gulf of Mexico notoriously cause trouble for boaters of all skill levels. You may not be able to control the ocean and…