Key Takeaways Two seasons. Florida runs a two-day sport (mini) season, July 29–30 in 2026, plus a regular season from August 6 through March 31. The Keys limit is six. In Monroe County and Biscayne National Park you can keep 6 spiny lobster per person per day in both...
Key Takeaways Spiny, not clawed. The Florida Keys lobster is the clawless Caribbean spiny lobster, caught by hand with a tickle stick and net rather than a trap. Snorkeling counts. You don’t need a scuba certification. Most visitors catch lobster free-diving...
Key takeaways A boat-day bag and a travel bag solve two different problems, so a lot of divers end up happiest with a simple two-bag setup. For a Florida Keys charter you want a bag that handles wet gear cleanly; for the trip down you want structure and organized...
Key Takeaways There’s no single best month. The right time to fish the Florida Keys depends on your target species, charter style, group, and the conditions during your travel week. Every season produces. Tarpon, mahi, grouper, snapper, sailfish, wahoo, tuna,...
Scuba Diving Age Requirements: When Can Kids Start Diving in the Florida Keys? Key takeaways Kids can try a shallow Bubblemaker-style session well before they are eligible for certification. Junior Open Water certification generally starts at age 10, with...
Key takeaways Build your starter kit as freediving gear first, spearfishing gear second. Spend on fit-dependent gear — mask, fins, exposure protection, weight belt — and keep snorkels, accessories, and support gear simple. A pole spear and a speargun teach different...
Key takeaways In Florida Keys water, suit thickness should match how you dive. A Cressi 3mm is the most versatile starting point for warm-water diving. A 5mm wins when you prioritize warmth on longer boat days or back-to-back dives. Fit matters as much as thickness....
Key Takeaways Start with your kids’ comfort level, not the reef name. Sombrero Reef family snorkeling is iconic, but it works best when kids are confident swimmers and conditions are right. Marathon offers reef trips, sandbar-style outings, sunset cruises, and...
Key takeaways The best Father’s Day gift for a scuba diver or snorkeler is often an experience. Gift cards win when he’s particular about brands, fit, or features, or already owns what he uses; pair the card with a note about its purpose to make it feel...
Key takeaways Mahi, dolphin, and dorado are all the same fish. Knowing that helps you compare charters and understand local fishing conversations without confusion. The strongest mahi season in the Florida Keys runs May through August, but daily condition like sea...
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