Florida boating, RV & camping
Long-form, field-tested advice from Floridians who spend serious time on the water and at the campground.
A Beginner's Guide to RV Camping in Florida
What every first-time RV camper should know before heading to a Florida state park or private campground — reservations, hookups, seasons, and etiquette.
What Type of RV Is Best for Florida Travel?
Class A, Class C, travel trailer, or fifth wheel — how to think about the right RV type for Florida's campgrounds, roads, and weather.
The Complete Florida RV Camping Checklist
A printable checklist for RV camping in Florida — hookups, tools, safety, bugs, weather, and things people forget every time.
How to Choose a Florida Campground for a Large RV
Not every Florida campground handles a 40-foot rig. Here's how to check length, turning radius, and hookup limits before you book.
What New Boat Owners Should Know About Florida Saltwater
Saltwater is hard on boats. Here's what a first-time Florida boat owner should know about rinsing, flushing, and corrosion.
How to Launch a Boat at a Florida Boat Ramp
Step-by-step: how to launch and retrieve a boat at a Florida ramp without holding up the line or damaging your rig.
Pontoon Boats vs. Center Consoles for Florida Families
Two very different Florida family boats. Which one fits how you actually use the water?
How to Protect an RV During Florida Hurricane Season
A practical hurricane checklist for RV owners in Florida — evacuation, storage, tie-downs, and insurance.
How to Prepare a Boat for a Florida Hurricane
Marina vs. haul-out vs. hurricane hole — options for protecting a boat in a Florida storm, and what to do before landfall.
Florida Gulf Coast Boating Tips for Beginners
What to know before your first trip on the Florida Gulf — weather, ramps, seagrass, and where the shallows will surprise you.
Florida State Park Camping Tips for First-Time Visitors
The Florida state park system is one of the country's best. Here's what first-time visitors should know about reservations, sites, and quiet hours.
RV, Camping, and Boating Safety Tips for Florida Summers
Heat, lightning, water, and wildlife — how to stay safe outside in Florida from May through September.