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We gather and evaluate statewide boating accident statistics in an effort to identify problem areas and trends. This information is used as a basis for the development of initiatives designed to improve boater awareness, minimize risk of accidents, and help make Florida's waterways safe and enjoyable for everyone.
We oversee and coordinate statewide regulatory waterway markers to insure compliance with the uniform marking system and to improve compliance of state boating and resource protection zones for the long term well-being and benefit of all waterway users and the fish and wildlife resources.
- Paddling Trail Information
- Report a damaged marker
- Derelict Vessels
We maintain a database of all abandoned or derelict vessels in Florida waters. We coordinate for the removal of derelict vessels that pose a threat to navigation or a hazard to the environment. Also, we provide grants to coastal local governments for the removal of derelict vessels from Florida waters.
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Draft 6 Language Now Posted Please click here for draft Anchoring and Mooring (Vessel Management) language concepts, for your review.
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Important information to note:
Based on considerable public comment to date, we have created this initial draft to initiate further discussion on the topic. We want your input, ideas, and possible solutions. The draft is likely to change form significantly before final legislation is proposed.
- See Here - Anchoring/Mooring Draft Language Public Comments
- Please note that the Final Order regarding City of
Naples Waterway Markers and proposed legislation to modify
and/or clean up boating statutes related to vessel
management, anchoring, mooring, and vessel registration will
be before the Commission after lunch on December 3. The
meeting will be held at:
The Doubletree Grand Key Resort
3990 South Roosevelt Boulevard
Key West, FL 33040
Phone: 305-293-1818
Fax: 305-296-6962
Website: www.doubletreekeywest.com
Anchoring/Mooring (Vessel Management)
FWC is reviewing best management practices for state and local governments to regulate vessel operation, including mooring/anchoring, speed regulations, and vessel exclusion areas. The review is intended to recommend policies that will provide uniformity in vessel anchoring/mooring regulations statewide.
We provide recreational boating access in Florida by maintaining over 200 freshwater boat ramps. For information concerning FWC boat ramps or waterway markers, please call 407-846-5392. Please see the Grants section below for information concerning funding to enhance boating access through competitive grants.
- Grants
- Grant programs to enhance boating access and other boating-related activities from the Florida Boating Improvement Program (FBIP), funding for transient tie-up facilities for boats 26' or longer from the Boating Infrastructure Grant Program (BigP), assistance for removal of derelict vessels from the Derelict Vessels Removal Grant Program, and other boating-related grant programs. Follow this link for additional information on application submission dates.
Boating Related Public Workshop Information
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Counties Required to Report on Vessel Registration Fees - Due by November 1 |
From Stem to Stern II: Boating and
Waterway Management in Florida, May 19-21, 2009.
Click here for more information.
When a tropical storm or hurricane affects our state, Florida's boat owners and operators have more to be concerned about than just their homes and families. The FWC has gathered the following informational resources to help boaters prepare for storms and be better able to deal with the aftermath.
- Storm tracking through the National Hurricane Center.
- Preparing your boat for an impending storm. Boat US Hurricane Resource Center
- Storm warning information from the U.S. Coast Guard Storm Center.
- What Florida law says about mandatory marina evacuations. Chapter 327.59, F.S., Marina Evacuations
- Florida Hurricane Debris Clean-up Information.
- Marina eligibility for disaster relief through Small Business Administration loans. SBA Disaster Assistance
- Reporting missing and/or damaged waterway markers.
- Report storm damaged boats that may be lost or abandoned to your local law enforcement agency (preferred) or the FWC Division of Law Enforcement.
Last updated: December 09, 2008 08:46 AM