Melbourne Nature Tours Provide Close Glimpse of Ecosystem unlike Any Other

Spanning 40 percent of Florida’s east coast, the Indian River Lagoon boasts one of the world’s most diverse ecosystems just outside Orlando


The word “lagoon” is a mysterious phrase evoking images of wild jungles, endless schools of fish, and protection from the open ocean. When most people think of Florida though, they’re surprised to learn this type of place exists on the doorstep of the Orlando theme parks and NASA’s Kennedy Space Center.

8 Species you’re NOT Allowed to Keep on a Port Canaveral Fishing Charter

The Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) establishes and enforces size and catch limits for a variety of fish species inhabiting the waters off Port Canaveral and within the Indian River Lagoon ecosystem. Some species have strict bag limits and can only be legally caught during certain times of the year.