Whatever Floats Your Boat

| We are excited to announce that the Chris Koenig Memorial “Whatever Floats Your Boat” Regatta will return to FSUCML on Saturday, October 10th!
This event celebrates community creativity, environmental stewardship, and marine conservation. Participants will craft boats from repurposed materials and race them in a spirited competition that emphasizes recycling and ocean health. The regatta attracts families, students, researchers, and local businesses, fostering community engagement and awareness about marine ecosystems.
Please see the “WFYB Info & Registration” button at the bottom of this email to learn more about the event. Admission is FREE!
Additionally, we would love to have you build a boat and participate in the regatta. Further details regarding rules and registration can be found at the link below.
If you would like to register a boat in the regatta, please be aware that all participating vessels must be registered by 5:00 pm on October 1st.
If you are interested in learning more or have any questions about participation, please contact Jared Fuqua (jfuqua@fsu.edu(opens in new tab)) or Grace Lawhorn (gl25g@fsu.edu(opens in new tab)), or give us a call at (850) 645-3474.
Hope to see you on October 10th, 2026, at the FSU Coastal and Marine Lab! |
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