Whatever Floats your Boat Regatta at FSU Marine Lab on Saturday

Florida State University’s Coastal and Marine Laboratory is holding its third annual Whatever Floats Your Boat Regatta from noon to 5 p.m. on Saturday.

The regatta features “boats” made from scratch by participating teams that are raced around a predetermined course for fun and prizes.

Each “boat” must be created from a list of approved recyclable materials and, at least initially, should be able to float.

Past regattas have included boats made entirely out of materials such as aluminum cans and plastic bottles, and featured boat shapes ranging from canoes to giant sea turtles.

Participants can get prizes in a number of categories including the most creative use of materials, first boat to cross the finish line, and the most spectacular failure.

The regatta will also include live music and food for purchase from Coastal Restaurant.

The regatta will take place from noon till 5 at the FSU Coastal and Marine Lab.

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