Always Check Tides & Wind 🌊💨 #floridasheriff #marineunit #kayaksafety

We see it more than you'd think. Someone heads out when conditions are perfect and by the time they turn around, the tide has shifted and the wind is straight in their face. If you end up in that situation, don't fight it head-on. Angle toward the nearest shore and paddle in from there. Before you launch, make sure you have your required safety gear on board. You hope you'll never need it, but you'll be glad you have it. Required gear list: myfwc.com/boating/regulations/paddleboard/