Take a scenic canal boat tour in Winter Park, Florida—one of the most relaxing and memorable family experiences with lakes, ...

Florida boating incidents increased, and deaths rose 37% between 2023 and 2024. Florida's Boater Freedom Act, now in effect, restricts law enforcement's ability to conduct random boat safety checks.

The Florida Legislature passed Lucy's Law. Lucy's Law awaits Gov. Ron DeSantis' signature to become law. The bill stiffens penalties for boating infractions, but doesn't require mandatory education.

Governor Ron DeSantis signed Senate Bill 1388, the Boater Freedom Act, into law, freeing Florida boaters from government interference. Florida’s Boater Freedom Act prevents local bans on gas vessels, ...

Florida has much fewer regulations for the operation of vessels than cars even though accidents on the road are easier to avoid. Anyone can view a sampling of recent comments, but you must be a Times ...

You don't need a license to go boating in the state of Florida. However, if your birthdate is after the year 1988, you must complete a boating safety course. This helps provide some useful training ...