Manatees are among Florida’s best-loved animals. While they are no longer endangered, they are still considered “threatened,” so if you enjoy boating or jet skiing, it’s important to take steps to protect them. Here’s how to protect manatees when boating: Avoid boating over shallow areas and seagrass beds, where manatees tend to feed. Look out… Read more »
Climb Aboard and Drift Away on Florida Tiki Tours
Great news! Woody’s Watersports is now partnered with Florida Tiki Tours, the newest and coolest water experience in Madeira Beach. The entire family will enjoy a relaxing tour around Johns Pass in a fun, Hawaiian-style tiki hut. You and up to five additional guests will have 90 minutes of the full island experience. Bonus: you… Read more »
What to Know Before Parasailing in Madeira Beach
If you’re an adrenaline junkie, there are a whole host of watersports that you should think about trying. From waterskiing to wakeboarding, you can experience an adrenaline rush like no other while you’re out on the water. But for the ultimate rush, you should consider parasailing for the first time. It’ll send you soaring high… Read more »
Tips for Putting a Wetsuit On
In the winter months, when the Gulf of Mexico is chilly, you’ll want to put on a wetsuit to keep yourself warm when you’re out jet skiing on the water. However, it can be challenging to get into your wetsuit: the neoprene can stick and bunch when you try to pull it over your skin…. Read more »
Six Facts About the Gulf of Mexico
How much do you know about the Gulf of Mexico? Here are some fun facts: The Gulf of Mexico is the largest gulf on the planet as well as the ninth-largest body of water, covering some 600,000 square miles. If it were stretched across land, it would spread all the way from New York City… Read more »
What to do on New Year’s Eve in St. Petersburg
Planning a visit to St. Petersburg, Florida, for New Year’s Eve? Get ready to enjoy great weather, delicious seafood, beautiful beaches and more. While you’re in St. Petersburg, ring in 2019 at one of these fun events: Toast by the Coast This fancy soiree at the TradeWinds Island Resorts will feature an open bar, a… Read more »
Three Christmas Events Around Madeira Beach You Won’t Want to Miss!
Planning a visit to Madeira Beach, Florida, this holiday season? You’re in for a real treat! The sun will be shining, the beach will be gorgeous and the seafood will be delicious. Did you know that there are also quite a few fun Christmas events around Madeira Beach? Here are some of our favorites: Christmas… Read more »
Animals You Probably Didn’t Realize Existed in the Gulf of Mexico
The Gulf of Mexico is home to a rich variety of wildlife—more than 15,420 species, to be exact. The biodiversity here is truly amazing. Here are some animals you probably didn’t realize existed in the Gulf of Mexico: Killer whales (orcas) Shamu has quite a few cousins in the Gulf of Mexico. About 500 orcas… Read more »
Why You’ll Love West Coast Florida
Did you know that about a thousand people move to Florida every day? Many of them are moving to the beautiful communities of Florida’s West Coast, including St. Petersburg and Madeira Beach. Here’s why you’ll love visiting or moving to West Coast Florida: Relaxed pace of life Things are relaxed on Florida’s West Coast. Our… Read more »
Don’t Miss the 2018 John’s Pass Seafood Festival
If you love the beach, chances are you can’t get enough seafood. Seafood-loving visitors to Madeira Beach this October are in luck. The annual John’s Pass Seafood Festival will be taking place from Thursday, October 25 to Sunday, October 28 this year. The John’s Pass Seafood Festival is one of the largest seafood festivals in… Read more »