Your Secret Spot. Tips On Avoiding Manatees W ear polarized sunglasses, which reduce sun glare and help you see below the water's surface. C arry navigational charts when running in deep water channels when boating. Avoid boating over sea grass beds and shallow areas where manatees might be feeding.
Manatees also use deep-water channels when traveling, so be cautious.
Also look for a snout, back, tail, or flipper breaking the surface of the water. If you want to observe the manatee, cut the motor but don't drift over the animal. O bey posted speed zone signs and keep away from posted manatee sanctuaries. D iscard monofilament line or fishing hooks properly. Not only are they dangerous for manatees, but also discarding monofilament line or any trash into or onto the waters of the state of Florida is against the law.