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Archive Home > 2009 > May > 20 > Restrictions on boating proposed in Everglades

Restrictions on boating proposed in Everglades

By David Fleshler / The Bulletin
May 20, 2009

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — Concerned that powerboats are tearing up sea grass in Florida Bay, Everglades National Park has proposed a range of possible restrictions on boaters to protect a vast estuary that supports sea turtles, fish and wading birds.

The proposals have generated concern....

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