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Great Loop News: New Record set by Captains Dustin Kidd and Marc Crutcher
Highfield Boats is proud to announce that on September 18, 2026, Captains Dustin Kidd and March Crutcher completed the fastest publicly documented Great Loop in history: 11 days, 21 hours and 51 minutes elapsed time. Sponsored by Highfield Boats and Yamaha, their record-setting RIB is White Lightning, a 2027 Highfield Sport 800 powered by twin Yamaha 200hp outboards.
Your Next Adventure Starts Here
The 15th Annual Becoming an Outdoors Woman (BOW) Workshop is set for October 23–25, 2026, at the Charlie Elliott Wildlife Center. Hosted by the Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division, this weekend offers a hands-on introduction to a wide variety of outdoor recreational skills and activities.
Southeast Sweeps in National Rankings for Best Fall Foliage Lake Location
BoatBooker built the ranking by scoring lakes nationwide on how good they actually are for a fall foliage boat trip: how much public boat-ramp access is nearby, whether the leaves are actually turning at the right time (confirmed by satellite data, not a guess), and how easy the lake is to reach.
Anglers to Learn, Fish and Win at Ladies, Let’s Go Fishing Keys Event, Oct. 16-18
The nonprofit Ladies, Let’s Go Fishing Foundation will host their Keys University and Fishing Fever Tournament, Oct. 16-18, 2026. This event features hands-on instruction, networking, optional fishing charters and fun tournament competition in the Sport Fishing Capital of the World.
Proclamation & Celebration!
Gov. Brian Kemp recently signed a proclamation officially recognizing Sat. Sept. 26, 2026, as National Hunting and Fishing Day in Georgia. The Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division (WRD) is hosting 12 special events to celebrate
A Letter from the SSCA
This year the Florida legislature only passed one significant bill affecting cruisers - HB1103. It can give local officers the authority to enforce provisions related to derelict vessels and long term anchoring permits. Several other bills related to cruising failed.
More than Just a Race
The Marine Industries Association of South Florida (MIASF) hosted the 29th Annual Plywood Regatta on April 25 and 26, 2026. Now entering its third decade, the event continues to grow in both participation and impact, welcoming a mix of returning teams and new students from middle and high schools across South Florida.
News: ClubSwan Returns to American Waters
Miami marks the beginning of a new American era for the ClubSwan 28, as 2026 will see Miami, Pensacola, Newport, and a Gold Cup finale in Fort Lauderdale.
News: United Under Blue Skies
World Boating Day — the global open day inviting the public behind the scenes of the boating industry — will return on May 23, 2026, uniting shipyards, marinas, design studios, manufacturers, and destinations in a coordinated worldwide celebration of life on the water.
85th Discover Boating® Miami International Boat Show® Announces New Show Layout
The 2026 Discover Boating® Miami International Boat Show® returns President’s Day Weekend | Feb. 11–15, debuting a reimagined layout designed to make exploring the show easier, smoother, and more immersive.