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Take a Break: Why Taking Vacation Is Important

Have you ever felt overworked and run down, and found yourself saying, “I just really need a day off”? Well, according to CBS News, you could be one of the 55 percent of employees in the country who aren’t getting enough vacation time. But we’re not talking about not having enough vacation time – the problem…

Manatee Migration: Where Do They Go in the Winter?

Now that the weather is getting cooler, animals are starting to migrate. One animal that begins its migration during mid-November is the manatee. Manatees are on the move looking for warmer bodies of water in the fall, seeking out more comfortable places to stay during the chillier winter months. During their migration period, they have…

Salt Water and Jet Skis

At Woody’s Watersports, we know how much you love riding Jet Skis, especially in Florida, where the weather is always rocking and fun in the sun is almost inevitable. But it isn’t all fun and games. You need to take care of your personal watercrafts, especially here where salt water is king. We often have…

Horsepower and Speed on the Water

When you’re at the beach, the best way to fully balance relaxation and thrills is to glide across the water on a personal watercraft. It is a must-do experience for anyone looking to get the most out of their vacation. Imagine yourself in sunny Florida. You have a week off from work with is no…

A Brief History of Personal Watercrafts

Most people refer to personal watercraft as Jet Skis. However, this particular phrase is actually trademarked by Kawasaki in Japan. Like Band-Aids or many of a dozen other words that have worked into our vocabularies as an everyday word, “Jet Ski” has become synonymous with personal watercrafts. But how did that come to be the…

Jet Skiing: More Exercise than You Might Think

Jet skiing is a fun and exciting water activity, but did you know that it’s also great exercise? While you might not think so, riding a personal watercraft engages several different muscle groups, making it a wonderful way to work out and keep in shape. Let’s take a closer look at how riding a Jet…

The Health Benefits of Fresh Air

When you’re on vacation, it’s a great chance catch up on some much-needed rest and relaxation and an opportunity to enjoy yourself with new, fun activities. It’s also a chance to unplug, unwind and reconnect with nature and get out and enjoy the fresh air. When you book a rental with Woody’s Watersports, you have…

What Should You Wear When Going Jet Skiing?

Ever been on Jet Ski before? If you have, you know that they’re fast – like, really, really fast. If you’ve never been on a personal watercraft and are looking for some hints as to what you should wear, we at Woody’s Watersports have got you covered – literally. We mention that Jet Skis are…

Dolphins May Have Conversations?

At Woody’s Watersports, there is no secret that we love marine life. We are located right on the Gulf of Mexico and see a whole slew of marine wildlife every day. This can include multiple types of birds, fish and yes, even dolphins. Recently experts have shown that dolphins may have their own language. Dolphins…

A Fall Is Coming: Recovering Your Jet Ski

38795192 – a man fall down from the jet ski. The reality that fall is right around the corner will cause so many Jet Ski riders distress it might actually cause them to fall off their vehicle. Well, maybe not, but if by some chance you’re out on the water and you fall off your…

Keeping Our Waters Clean

More than 70 percent of the Earth’s surface is covered in water, and is vital to supporting all types of life on the planet. Despite this, a large number of water supplies around the world are tainted with a variety of pollutants and refuse that makes them unusable or can cause hazards to the animals…

July is UV Safety Month: Tips to Stay Safe in the Sun

Riding a jet ski is a wonderful way to spend time during the summer, but riders must be responsible. Along with following the rules for riding personal watercraft, drivers need to think about protection from the sun. UV Safety MonthThe United States Department of Health and Human Services has named July as UV Safety Month….