Manatee Max

07/08/2024

Congratulations to Martin & Beverly, who completed their Loop on June 18, 2024 aboard their Absolute Navetta 52, "Just You".

"Embarking on a true adventure, you gain a unique perspective of the country's settlement history. As you navigate through different regions, you grow together as a couple, facing new challenges every day that teach you about life and the need for continuous learning. Meeting interesting people, you quickly bond with strangers from various backgrounds, creating lasting connections and realizing the common ground that unites us all, while expanding your horizons."

07/08/2024

Congratulations to Sue & Rick, who completed their Loop on May 20, 2024 aboard their Ocean Alexander Pilot House Classico 50, "Gratitude".

"What a great trip. The people met on boats and land was the best part! We grew as people and learned a lot about boating."

07/03/2024

Congratulations to Dan & Katie, who completed their Loop on June 17, 2024 aboard their Carver 444, "SEA-YA".

07/01/2024

In this detailed guide to boating the St. John's River in northeast Florida, we share destinations, navigation tips, where to stay, and more!

06/27/2024

Congratulations to Dave & Gail, who completed their Loop on June 2, 2024 aboard their Formula 45 Yacht, "Where To".

"We had the honor of leaving Alexandria Bay on August 6, 2023 with two other boats, 'Docktor’s Inn' and 'Never Say Never', two couples that we consider our River Family. We spent nearly half of our Loop traveling as a trio. We wouldn’t have had it any other way to share our adventures with them.

"Along the way, docktails provided us with insight, entertainment, many new faces and friends. We enjoyed hearing and sharing Loop and Life stories along the way. Many friends and memories were made. Our travels will continue on 'Where To' for many years to come as we continue to explore our world on the water. Thanks to AGLCA for all the support especially during the Chicago lock flotillas. We are Proud to fly the Gold!"

06/24/2024

06/24/2024

The new Morton family home / Manatee Max secret lair. https://maps.app.goo.gl/BUGXaU7jiE8GYEi86 1309 Gibbs Dr, Tallahassee, FL 32303

06/23/2024

Manatee Max and family are pulling up stakes moving north to Tallahassee. We've found a beautiful older home to rent. So, the Chapman School can have our place to make more classrooms. More to come... Peace and love to all.

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05/30/2024

05/29/2024

05/29/2024

I was scheduled for heart surgery on Friday, but I've been bumped up to tomorrow 5/30.

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05/29/2024

Congratulations to Scott & Mary Beth, who completed their Loop on May 21, 2024 aboard their Meridian 408, "At Last II".

"We started our Great Loop on April 3, 2023 and crossed our wake May 21, 2024 for a total of 163 locations, 100 locks and 6,186 miles. There have been many highs, a few lows and lots of fun times in-between.

"When we started thinking about traveling the Loop, we decided to refer to it as “just a series of day trips” which helped us to view it not as a year but as individual trips and also made the year-long trip a little easier to explain to our friends and family! Each port was a wonderful Slice of Americana that had its own unique history. There is so much history along the Loop with sights to see and things to do all the while working our way back to our home port of Otter Creek Marina in Carolina Beach/Wilmington, NC!

"We would be remiss if we didn’t give thanks to those that helped us along the way and to the AGLCA organization and Kim Russo who provided us with the tools to make this trip possible. The Great Loop Flag will always represent a beacon for helpful, friendly and adventurous folks!"