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Hidden Anchorages: 10 Must-Visit Spots for Boaters in South Florida

South Florida’s coast hides a treasure trove of calm coves, coral-sheltered bays, and historic anchorages — places where the water softens, the skyline fades and the rhythms of reef and mangrove take over. For boaters, these hidden spots are more than scenic stops; they’re intimate ways to experience Biscayne Bay, the Keys, and the Everglades […]

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Wildlife, Wakes, and Waterfront Bars: A Boater’s Guide to South Florida

South Florida wakes early. From Biscayne Bay to the Intracoastal, mornings are the best time to catch the region’s wildlife, test boat systems, and plan your day’s route. Whether you’re skimming glassy water toward a sandbar or threading a narrow channel past mangroves, there’s a rhythm to boating here—equal parts caution, curiosity, and pure delight.

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From Biscayne to the Keys: A Boater’s Dream Trip Through South Florida

Start with a plan. Chart your course, check tides, and file any required permits — some parks and backcountry zones require advance reservations or permits for overnight anchoring. Safety essentials aren’t glamorous but they matter: VHF radio, up-to-date charts (paper and electronic), life jackets for every passenger, flares, a working bilge pump, and a charged

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Hidden Coves & Island Hops: Exploring South Florida by Boat

Blue horizons, palms, and the endless scent of salt—boating South Florida feels like stepping into a postcard. But beyond the postcard beaches lie a mosaic of mangrove-lined coves, hidden anchorages and tiny islands just begging to be discovered. Whether you crave quiet solitude, a fish fry at sunset, or a snorkel over living coral, a

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