boating

Party Goes On For Some Boaters Not Heeding Coronavirus Orders

Susan Giles Wantuck

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Many businesses have been shuttered because of coronavirus, but boat ramps and marinas in Hillsborough and Pinellas County remained open over the…

sheriff stands in front of microphones, showing photos to unseen audience

Local / State

Pinellas Sheriff: Boat Ramps, Marinas To Stay Open

Jonah Hinebaugh

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Boat ramps and marinas in Pinellas County are going to remain open to the public despite other COVID-19 restrictions.In a press conference Friday, Sheriff…

A truck loads a boat into the water at Anclote River Park.

Local / State

Anclote River Park Will Expand Thanks To Deal With Duke Energy

Carrie Pinkard

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By Carrie PinkardBoaters and nature lovers in Pasco County will soon have more room to roam.Anclote River Park is expanding by 14 acres, and officials say…

Health News Florida

Study: Boating And Swimming Can Make You Sick

Amy Green/WMFE

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A new study shows that boating and swimming can make you sick.

Health News Florida

Florida Leads Nation in Spike in Boating Accidents & Fatalities

Matthew F Smith

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With more than 11,000 miles of rivers, coastlines, and waterways, new U.S. Coast Guard data shows Florida leads the nation in boating accidents and...

Local / State

Inspired By Two Teens Lost At Sea, Advocates Happy Boating Safety Bill Signed Into Law

Sascha Cordner

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Governor Rick Scott has signed a bill into law inspired by two teenagers still lost at sea.