Motivation Matters, When You’re Paddling Across Florida
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Motivation Matters, When You’re Paddling Across Florida

Jake Portwood’s 155-mile SUP journey across Florida’s Okeechobee Waterway turned from adventure to mission, raising over $10,000 for clean water efforts. Now, he's launching the inaugural Lake 2 Ocean Paddle Race to raise awareness about Florida's water crisis.

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Paddle at the Park Returns for 12th Annual Race
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Paddle at the Park Returns for 12th Annual Race

The 12th Annual Paddle at the Park Sponsored by HCA Florida Healthcare will take place in the Gulf of Mexico behind The Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island on Saturday, May 11, 2024. This standup paddleboard race features 1- and 3-mile recreational races, a 6-mile elite race, and a kids' fun out-and-back paddle.

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Paddle Boarding Rocky Hammock, Florida At Florida Outdoor Experience
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Paddle Boarding Rocky Hammock, Florida At Florida Outdoor Experience

Florida Outdoor Experience (F.O.E.) is located in a small settlement between Chiefland, Florida and Cedar Key, Florida along part of Florida’s West Coast that is known as “The Nature Coast.” With F.O.E.’s close proximity to miles of undeveloped Gulf Coast line, the Suwannee River, and several natural springs, F.O.E. has become one of Florida’s prime destinations for stand up paddle boarders.

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10 Best Sup Fishing Spots In Florida
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10 Best Sup Fishing Spots In Florida

Florida is a major hot spot for stand up paddling and is an extremely sought after destination to get in some good SUP fishing. With the state almost entirely surrounded by water it’s no wonder that fishermen come flocking to catch some dinner and have a good time while doing so. Here, Florida local and BOTE Ambassador Stephen Ferrell names his top 10 destinations for SUP fishing in Florida.

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Paddle Boarding Stuart, Florida
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Paddle Boarding Stuart, Florida

The state of Florida in the United States is a paddle boarding gold mine. With the state being almost fully surrounded by water there is no shortage of places to SUP in this beautiful place. One area in particular in Florida that is a great place to visit with your SUP is a small town called Stuart. Stuart is located on the Treasure Coast of Florida which is located on the eastern coast of Florida.

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Paddle Boarding Tampa, Florida
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Paddle Boarding Tampa, Florida

From NHL National Champions and Superbowl hosts, Tampa has become one of fastest growing cities in the US the past few years. Built around the beautiful Caribbean Gulf and the shores of Clearwater, St Petersburg and the famous Treasure Island, Tampa Bay has become the ultimate watersports hotspot.

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Paddle Boarding Destin, Florida
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Paddle Boarding Destin, Florida

Destin is a small city situated on the Emerald Coast of Florida. Boasted by multiple beaches, bayous, springs, and most notably, the emerald waters of the Gulf of Mexico, Destin is a prime paddle boarding destination.

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Paddle Boarding Amelia Island, Florida
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Paddle Boarding Amelia Island, Florida

Amelia Island is to many a unique and somewhat secret gem along the Atlantic coast of northern Florida. The island has a long and rich history being ruled under 8 different flags including France, Spain and yes, a pirate. Being similar in size to Manhattan the island is surprisingly diverse and contains an abundance of wildlife, un-crowded beaches and scenic vistas all making Amelia Island a true SUP destination.

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