Plan the Perfect Labor Day Weekend on the Water

Our favorite place to spend Labor Day is on the water in Southwest Florida, and we know we aren’t alone! With so many great places to explore and friends and family to entertain, planning the perfect celebration can be overwhelming. Here are some foolproof ways to make the absolute most of a long holiday weekend and enjoy our waterways to the fullest.

License-Free Fishing Day

If you plan on taking extra guests fishing over Labor Day weekend, they won’t need a saltwater license on Saturday, September 4! FWC is waiving the fishing license requirement for all recreational saltwater anglers, including residents and non-residents, so it’s the perfect time to invite new anglers to try the sport.

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SWFL Reefs: Natural Treasures

Artificial reefs provide a safe haven and food for more than 250 different reef fish species, making them popular destinations for anglers and divers. From the shallow waters of Charlotte Harbor to more than 30 miles offshore, check out SWFL Reefs to learn more about the many artificial reefs and shipwrecks along our coast.

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HELP PREVENT ALGAE BLOOMS

Less Yardwork. Healthier Waterways.
Doing your part to preserve our water quality is as simple as doing less yardwork! During the rainy summer season, unnecessary fertilizing and improper fertilizer application can result in runoff that sends nutrients meant to feed your lawn into our waterways where they feed harmful aquatic algae instead.

By following local fertilizer ordinances through September 30, you’re helping to keep our waterways clean! Visit FertilizeSmart.com for more info and ways you can do your part to protect SWFL waterways.

STAY IN THE KNOW

Remember to follow @GoBoatingFlorida on Facebook and Instagram for the latest photos from the water and special updates for boaters across our coast!

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