Weeki Wachee River's Surprise Announcement: How It Impacts Kayakers!

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Publicado 2023-07-25
At its July meeting, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) approved a final rule establishing a Springs Protection Zone restricting beaching, mooring, anchoring and grounding of vessels on the spring run of the Weeki Wachee River extending from the spring boil within Weeki Wachee State Park to the Rogers Park Boat Ramp.

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  • @bnyob3463
    We saw a very healthy bull shark swimming up the river.Glad to be in our kayak and if the river is so important then start looking at septic tanks for compliance.
  • @user-fw1zt8we1q
    There’s a bunch of people who buy building lots next to dairy farms and the cry because they don’t like the way cows smell. Personally, I’m in favor of those laws that allow public access to water ways and allows everyone access to the water a not just those fortunate enough to buy water front property.
  • @JimNelson-kw5le
    i was just there at the hospital hole on dec 25th.....plenty of manatees and swimmers in the water>>> no one trying to stop us, and everyone was respectful and as far as i could tell...all had an enjoyable time. including the manatees....... merry christmas
  • @user-vi5ko8ks9m
    So we can’t go on vacation there and paddle boarding and stop and swim? Wow it was going to be my first time there coming up but will be canceling my trip what’s the point of going if I can’t stop and swim
  • @jtr82369
    Please post video updates if you have any more info on designated areas and whatnot, I like the idea as long as they allow designated areas cuz 6 miles is quite the hike without a rest. As far as the residence, this is a waterway, not your private property. And since I see most residence tailgating, don't get pissed when visitors do the same...
  • @marklapham2262
    I live 15 minutes from this river and i think its bs but whatever it is what it is
  • @Kushomatik11
    How are kayakers and paddled boarders supposed to take a break…it takes energy to do that so what if you have to pull over to take a little break? Are you gonna get it trouble?
  • @jasonmartin5955
    Will I would say you can’t tie up on someone’s dock but the river should be left alone it’s a public water way just have the dnr portal it more catch people throwing trash and drinking more
  • @siriusstar99
    Weeki Wachee was so much nicer 40 , 50 years ago . I’ve always felt that no one should be able to to build on our waterways or beaches the waterways should be open to all the only thing that should be on our coastline I’s Marinas, Boatyards , Restaurants, Boardwalks, Parks all single family dwelling should be built 1 major roadway off the beaches . The Florida Coast , Rivers , Springs should be open and accessible to everyone.
  • @michaelumstead2473
    They can’t enforce that law, it is an unenforceable. Too many people on the whole river for one boat cop and one jet ski cop to tell everyone they can’t swim. I’ve been swimming in the river while they go by and haven’t said one word to me.
  • @JimNelson-kw5le
    i can see the summer crowd trashing it tho!!!! its not a PARTY spot!!!
  • @kathleenpent1168
    Nobody blames the kayaks. There are just TOO many! It’s so congested!