A Guide to Anchorages in Southwest Florida Describes 50 anchorages in Southwest Florida, from the south shore of Tampa Bay to just north of the Everglades. Each description includes a color photo showing the best way in, a chartlet of the area and a compass rose indicating sheltered quadrants.
Text covers the features of the anchorage, depths, and facilities available ashore.
In addition, there is a wealth of information on navigating these coastal waters, seamanship, ecological responsibilities, safety and rules of the road. It is available at marine outlets throughout southwest Florida and from BAIL, P.O. Box 15014, Sarasota, Fl 34277-1014. This study, and further information developed by the Program, is being used as benchmarks against which future management needs can be assessed. An extension bulletin which reports the boater evaluation survey results of 47 anchorages in the region. Anchorages are rated for storm protection, bottom-holding, scenic beauty, recreational amenities and shoreside conditions.