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.
Public
Workshops/Meeting/Notices - FWC Boating and Waterways takes
input from the public.
State Boating Safety Restricted
Area Rulemaking - the promulgation of Boating Safety Restricted
Areas on the waters of the state for any purpose deemed necessary
to ensure the safety of the public.
Waterway
Markers - FWC is responsible for properly marking the boating
restricted areas and manatee protection zones implemented under its
authority.
Derelict
Vessel Removal Program - Derelict and abandoned vessels
littering the state pose an environmental hazard as well as a
hazard to navigation. These vessels cause the destruction of
valuable sea grass resources and the marine life which exist within
that habitat. Derelict vessels also threaten human life, safety,
and property as they drift beneath the surface of the water or
block navigable waterways, posing a navigation hazard to the
boating public.
Paddling
Trail Information - Florida has a variety of award winning
paddling trails and opportunities exist to create more on the
state's abundant lakes, rivers, and meandering coastline.
Non-Motorized
Watercraft - FWC initiated an outreach effort to learn about
issues of concern to non-motorized boaters (NMB) and to strengthen
relationships with this diverse community.
Vessel
Registration Fees - county reports must be filed to FWC no
later than November 1 of each year.
Persons with Disabilities