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Snorkeling with the manatees can be a truly amazing experience. But we
have a few tips for you to make sure that the experience is amazing for both
you and the manatees.
As you may be aware, the manatee is a protected species, and as such both
Florida and the federal government have laws in place to protect them from
their only true threat, man.
Please take a moment to watch the embedded video, Manatee Manners,
produced by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and PADI. |
Tips for Enjoying Your Day on the Water
- Bring a wetsuit.
- The wetsuit serves two purposes. It provides some
flotation for your snorkeling and it keeps you warm in the 72 degree
water.
- Bring a sweatshirt or windbreaker for your surface time.
- In between locations and on the way back to the dock, it can be
breezy. And since you will have been in the cool water for an
extended period of time, you will want a little exposure protection.
- Wear Polarized sunglasses.
- Sunglasses with polarized lenses will allow you to more easily
see beneath the surface of the water, making manatee viewing from
the boat easier and more enjoyable.
- Bring a camera or underwater camera.
- The waters of Crystal River, King's Bay, and the associated
springs is very clear. If you have an underwater camera, the
photography opportunities can be stunning. You will also
likely have opportunities to take photos from the boat.
- Bring sunscreen, even in fall/winter!
- We'll be spending the day on the boat, and on the surface of the
water snorkeling. There is little sun protection, so make sure
you take the necessary precautions to prevent sunburn from ruining
your day.
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