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New feeding hotspots for turtles found
Researchers using satellite tracking have discovered new feeding hotspots in the Gulf of Mexico providing important habitats for at least three separate populations of loggerhead turtles.
Martin County man builds boat by hand
For many, the economic downturn made the dream of owning a boat seem unattainable, but one Martin County man made his own dream a reality.
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Track sharks with your phone‎
Want to learn more about great white sharks, or even track them? Well now there's an app for that.

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Orca versus jaws caught on tape

The age-old question of who would win a fight between a killer whale and a shark was answered off the coast of New Zealand, and it was all caught on tape.
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YouReport VIDEO: Manatee water fountain

YouReporter Nick C. of Stuart says he was washing his boat when a manatee came right up and started drinking away.
Jellyfish underwater off Boynton Beach

A lot of people may be nursing welts after a weekend fillied with sunshine and jellyfish. Check out new underwater video shot off Boynton Beach.
YouReport photo: Tarpon takes big bite!

A fish takes a big bite -- sort of.
Local shark run-in to air on Discovery

A West Palm Beach resident faces a 6-foot blacktip shark during a routine spearfishing trip.
46' catamaran surfs a big wave

Amazing youtube video of a half million dollar catamaran surfing a 15 foot wave!
Pilot whales under close watch

Three pilot whales are under close watch by officials in Key Largo after stranding themselves a few weeks ago.
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Boating safety urged this Memorial Day

Officials are urging all boaters to exercise caution this holiday weekend.
Hurricane season upon us. Are you ready?

June 1st is the start of the 2011 Hurricane Season. Now is the time to be prepared!
Tips for saving gas while boating

With the price of gas on the rise, Boat US has assembled six great tips that will help save your family's precious gas dollars.

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Meet Glenn and Kate

Meteorologist Glenn Glazer and Channel 5 producer Kate Wentley are longtime friends, and longtime boaters. This new "On the Water" blog is a chance for everyone who loves the water to share stories, pictures, and information. From fishing and diving to just strolling along the beach, this blog is for you. We hope that you will take part in this blog and tell us about your life here in South Florida, "On the Water"!!!

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