Would You Have What it Takes to Tackle the Everglades Challenge?
Not too long ago, hundreds of boating enthusiasts readied their minds, bodies, and craft for one of the most anticipated challenges in all of theFlorida Keys. We’re talking, of course, about the Everglades Challenge. It took place this year on March 1 and was as popular as ever. Each year, this challenge attracts boaters from all across the United States, not only the Florida area, and every one of them embarks on a journey of over 300 miles. This trip takes participants all the way from Tampa Bay to Key Largo, hitting checkpoints along the way. Let’s take a look at the Everglades Challenge in a bit more detail, and ask the question: wouldyouhave what it takes to try out this challenge next year?
Jacksonville FL., October 3rd 2013 – A tiny panhandle fishing town has hooked this year’s Florida By Water “Boaters' Best Getaway” award. Each year a city is selected based on criteria that include, but are not limited to, boat ramp access, water accessible accommodations, dockside dining, boating locations/activities and marina availability. This year's award goes to Carrabelle, Florida, located in Franklin County. The award was presented to Sheila Hauserof Southern Breeze Media and Suzanne Zimmerman, Executive Director-Carrabelle Chamber of a Commerce, on Saturday. September 28, 2013.
GOVERNMENT SHUTDOWN & BOATING: Biscayne National Park is closed until further notice. Most of that park is comprised of water.
We are excited to announce the new and improved Florida By Water. Over the summer we have spent many hours ensuring that the award-winning site is ready to meet the demands of our users. During the process we felt it was important to keep the look and feel as close to the original as possible. Most content on the site can be easily located in 3 clicks or less. The following is a list of a few of the major changes.