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Four tips to be an eco-friendly angler

By lofadmin|2017-12-27T22:48:39+00:00December 27th, 2017|Blog|0 Comments

Winter is an excellent time to hit the waters of the Alabama Gulf Coast. With mild temperatures and great fishing, boaters can enjoy the gulf and our bays year-round. But there are steps you should take to protect those waterways while you’re out. First, report any leaking-fuel incidents you see while out boating. Anyone witnessing an oil spill, chemical release or maritime security incident should call the National Reporting Center hotline at 800-424-8802. Watch out for the spread of aquatic [...]

Know Your Limits: Swim, Surf and Boat Safety

By lofadmin|2019-08-01T12:39:27+00:00August 17th, 2016|Blog|1 Comment

Make your beach day one for the photo books by following safe practices for swimming, surfing and boating. A dip in the Gulf of Mexico is the order of the day for most visitors. The call of the warm waves is too tempting to resist, but swimmers should know the flag colors before getting in the water. Most beach towns along the Gulf Coast, including Gulf Shores and Orange Beach, use the same warning flag system to give visitors a [...]