<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?> <rss version="2.0" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:wfw="http://wellformedweb.org/CommentAPI/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:sy="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/syndication/" xmlns:slash="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/slash/" ><channel><title>Anna Maria Island &#187; Sports</title> <atom:link href="http://amipost.com/category/sports/feed/" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml" /><link>http://amipost.com</link> <description>Anna Maria Island Florida beach and island shore living, vacation and rentals.</description> <lastBuildDate>Fri, 04 May 2012 15:41:39 +0000</lastBuildDate> <language>en</language> <sy:updatePeriod>hourly</sy:updatePeriod> <sy:updateFrequency>1</sy:updateFrequency> <generator>http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.2</generator> <item><title>Boatlifts and Jetdocks</title><link>http://amipost.com/sports/boatlifts-jetdocks/</link> <comments>http://amipost.com/sports/boatlifts-jetdocks/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Sat, 24 Sep 2011 18:24:53 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Mike</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Real Estate]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Sports]]></category> <category><![CDATA[boat storage]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Boating]]></category> <category><![CDATA[boatlift]]></category> <category><![CDATA[docks]]></category> <category><![CDATA[jetdock]]></category> <category><![CDATA[jetski]]></category> <category><![CDATA[own a boat]]></category> <category><![CDATA[PWC]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://amipost.com/?p=1255</guid> <description><![CDATA[Putting your boat up on a boatlift minimizes damage from leaks in sea cocks or through-hull fittings, bilge pump failure, pier or dock impact, and ensures the security of your boat, sailboat or jetski from bad weather, high wind, and theft. Related posts:<ol><li><a href='http://amipost.com/environment/almost-like-owning-a-boat/' rel='bookmark' title='Almost Like Owning a Boat'>Almost Like Owning a Boat</a> <small>The low density development of Anna Maria Island still lets...</small></li><li><a href='http://amipost.com/realestate/cc-marina-becomes-bradenton-boat-club/' rel='bookmark' title='C&amp;C Marina Becomes Bradenton Boat Club'>C&amp;C Marina Becomes Bradenton Boat Club</a> <small>The new Bradenton Boat Club marina and boat condominium is...</small></li><li><a href='http://amipost.com/tourism/celebrating-christmas-island-style/' rel='bookmark' title='Celebrating Christmas Island Style'>Celebrating Christmas Island Style</a> <small>Most islanders will say there was no Christmas boat parade...</small></li></ol>]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://amipost.com/sports/boatlifts-jetdocks/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>The Not So Big Sailboat For Anna Maria</title><link>http://amipost.com/sports/the-not-so-big-sailboat-for-anna-maria/</link> <comments>http://amipost.com/sports/the-not-so-big-sailboat-for-anna-maria/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Fri, 05 Feb 2010 11:24:57 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Mike</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Sports]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Sailing]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Sunfish]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Tampa Bay]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://amipost.com/?p=789</guid> <description><![CDATA[Anna Maria Island sailboat owners have it made. From the shelter of their canal homes or homes on Bimini Bay, it’s a very short trip distance into the Gulf. There are no draw bridges to wait for. Once the motor is turned off and the sails are raised that’s what sailing is all about. Related posts:<ol><li><a href='http://amipost.com/sports/sailing-in-tampa-bay/' rel='bookmark' title='Sailing in Tampa Bay'>Sailing in Tampa Bay</a> <small>Tampa Bay is a wonderful, place for boating, especially for...</small></li><li><a href='http://amipost.com/restaurants/anna-maria-island-meals-to-go/' rel='bookmark' title='Anna Maria Island Meals &lsquo;To Go&rsquo;'>Anna Maria Island Meals &lsquo;To Go&rsquo;</a> <small>Food to go, whether it’s a snack, sandwiches, or supper,...</small></li><li><a href='http://amipost.com/environment/small-birds-of-anna-maria-island/' rel='bookmark' title='Small Birds of Anna Maria Island'>Small Birds of Anna Maria Island</a> <small>This spring we have noticed surprisingly large numbers of small...</small></li></ol>]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://amipost.com/sports/the-not-so-big-sailboat-for-anna-maria/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Stand Up Paddle Surfing on Anna Maria Island</title><link>http://amipost.com/sports/stand-up-paddle-surfing-on-anna-maria-island/</link> <comments>http://amipost.com/sports/stand-up-paddle-surfing-on-anna-maria-island/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Wed, 09 Sep 2009 14:40:17 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Mike</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Sports]]></category> <category><![CDATA[board sports]]></category> <category><![CDATA[kite boarding]]></category> <category><![CDATA[paddle board]]></category> <category><![CDATA[paddle boarding]]></category> <category><![CDATA[paddleboard]]></category> <category><![CDATA[stand up paddleboard surfing]]></category> <category><![CDATA[SUP]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Surf]]></category> <category><![CDATA[surfing]]></category> <category><![CDATA[watersports]]></category> <category><![CDATA[windsurfing]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://amipost.com/?p=643</guid> <description><![CDATA[Stand up paddle surfing is a great alternative board sport for the conditions we have on Anna Maria Island. Introduced to the mainland United States from Hawaii less than ten years ago, this form of surfing involves standing on a long board, ranging from nine to twelve feet, and using a long paddle. Related posts:<ol><li><a href='http://amipost.com/sports/surfing-hurricane-gustav-at-holmes-beach/' rel='bookmark' title='Surfing Hurricane Gustav At Holmes Beach'>Surfing Hurricane Gustav At Holmes Beach</a> <small>Gustav sent a few waves to Anna Maria Island, Sunday,...</small></li><li><a href='http://amipost.com/sports/the-not-so-big-sailboat-for-anna-maria/' rel='bookmark' title='The Not So Big Sailboat For Anna Maria'>The Not So Big Sailboat For Anna Maria</a> <small>Anna Maria Island sailboat owners have it made. From the...</small></li><li><a href='http://amipost.com/news/welcome-to-anna-maria-island-post-news/' rel='bookmark' title='Welcome to Anna Maria Island Post News!'>Welcome to Anna Maria Island Post News!</a> <small>Welcome to Anna Maria Island Post, the best source on...</small></li></ol>]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://amipost.com/sports/stand-up-paddle-surfing-on-anna-maria-island/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>2</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Sailing in Tampa Bay</title><link>http://amipost.com/sports/sailing-in-tampa-bay/</link> <comments>http://amipost.com/sports/sailing-in-tampa-bay/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2009 15:17:32 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Mike</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Sports]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Bradenton]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Egmont Key]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Egmont Key State Park]]></category> <category><![CDATA[island shores]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Sailing]]></category> <category><![CDATA[St Petersburg]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Sunshine Skyway Bridge]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Tampa Bay]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://amipost.com/?p=620</guid> <description><![CDATA[Tampa Bay is a wonderful, place for boating, especially for sailing. And, when you live on Anna Maria Island, Tampa Bay is your back yard. Related posts:<ol><li><a href='http://amipost.com/sports/sailing-tampa-bay/' rel='bookmark' title='Sailing Tampa Bay'>Sailing Tampa Bay</a> <small>A beautiful day on Tampa Bay last weekend brought out...</small></li><li><a href='http://amipost.com/sports/the-not-so-big-sailboat-for-anna-maria/' rel='bookmark' title='The Not So Big Sailboat For Anna Maria'>The Not So Big Sailboat For Anna Maria</a> <small>Anna Maria Island sailboat owners have it made. From the...</small></li><li><a href='http://amipost.com/tourism/cruising-tropical-seas/' rel='bookmark' title='Cruising Tropical Seas'>Cruising Tropical Seas</a> <small>The other day we were cruising in a very stiff...</small></li></ol>]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://amipost.com/sports/sailing-in-tampa-bay/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>2</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Anna Maria Island Success Story: Galati Yacht Sales</title><link>http://amipost.com/sports/anna-maria-island-success-story-galati-yacht-sales/</link> <comments>http://amipost.com/sports/anna-maria-island-success-story-galati-yacht-sales/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2009 03:05:00 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Mike</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Sports]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Boating]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Cabo]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Cruisers yachts]]></category> <category><![CDATA[galati]]></category> <category><![CDATA[luxury yachts]]></category> <category><![CDATA[own a boat]]></category> <category><![CDATA[St Petersburg]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Tiara]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Viking yachts]]></category> <category><![CDATA[yacht sales]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://amipost.com/?p=565</guid> <description><![CDATA[In 1970, Michael Galati, Sr., and his wife, Anna Maria, moved to Anna Maria Island and founded Galati Yacht Sales. It was a family effort, based on hard work and a strong commitment to taking care of the customer before all else. They have built their family industry into a company with 12 dealership locations [...] Related posts:<ol><li><a href='http://amipost.com/tourism/anna-maria-island-unlikely-to-be-affected-by-oil-spill/' rel='bookmark' title='Anna Maria Island Unlikely to be Affected by Oil Spill'>Anna Maria Island Unlikely to be Affected by Oil Spill</a> <small>Many islanders are breathing a sigh of relief after a...</small></li><li><a href='http://amipost.com/news/final-thoughts-on-the-anna-maria-island-bridge/' rel='bookmark' title='Final Thoughts on the Anna Maria Island Bridge'>Final Thoughts on the Anna Maria Island Bridge</a> <small>For years, people arriving on Anna Maria Island via any...</small></li><li><a href='http://amipost.com/news/anna-maria-island-bridge-and-cortez-bridge-openings-change/' rel='bookmark' title='Anna Maria Island Bridge and Cortez Bridge Openings Change'>Anna Maria Island Bridge and Cortez Bridge Openings Change</a> <small>On Jan 15 the US Coast Guard begins its new...</small></li></ol>]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://amipost.com/sports/anna-maria-island-success-story-galati-yacht-sales/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>1</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Kayaking on Anna Maria Island</title><link>http://amipost.com/sports/kayaking-on-anna-maria-island/</link> <comments>http://amipost.com/sports/kayaking-on-anna-maria-island/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2009 17:25:03 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Mike</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Sports]]></category> <category><![CDATA[canoe]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Kayak]]></category> <category><![CDATA[kayaking]]></category> <category><![CDATA[paddle]]></category> <category><![CDATA[paddling]]></category> <category><![CDATA[sit on top]]></category> <category><![CDATA[What to do on Anna Maria]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://amipost.com/?p=560</guid> <description><![CDATA[The waters in and around <a href="http://amipost.com">Anna Maria Island</a> are perfect for kayaking, and there are more and more people enjoying it. Inside Bimini Bay, the conditions are particularly peaceful. Beginners or those who don't know how to swim can feel very safe there. Surrounded by land, except for the channel out to Tampa Bay, the water is usually flat and it's very shallow. Related posts:<ol><li><a href='http://amipost.com/sports/the-not-so-big-sailboat-for-anna-maria/' rel='bookmark' title='The Not So Big Sailboat For Anna Maria'>The Not So Big Sailboat For Anna Maria</a> <small>Anna Maria Island sailboat owners have it made. From the...</small></li><li><a href='http://amipost.com/sports/stand-up-paddle-surfing-on-anna-maria-island/' rel='bookmark' title='Stand Up Paddle Surfing on Anna Maria Island'>Stand Up Paddle Surfing on Anna Maria Island</a> <small>Stand up paddle surfing is a great alternative board sport...</small></li><li><a href='http://amipost.com/tourism/exploring-anna-maria-island-neighborhoods/' rel='bookmark' title='Exploring Anna Maria Island Neighborhoods'>Exploring Anna Maria Island Neighborhoods</a> <small>In addition to all the fine shops and restaurants that...</small></li></ol>]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://amipost.com/sports/kayaking-on-anna-maria-island/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>1</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Walking the Beaches of Anna Maria Island</title><link>http://amipost.com/sports/walking-the-beaches-of-anna-maria-island/</link> <comments>http://amipost.com/sports/walking-the-beaches-of-anna-maria-island/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 03:34:19 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Mike</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Sports]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Anna Maria]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Anna Maria Island]]></category> <category><![CDATA[bird watching]]></category> <category><![CDATA[island shores]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://amipost.com/?p=394</guid> <description><![CDATA[With seven miles of continuous Gulf of Mexico beaches, Anna Maria Island is a beachwalker&#8217;s paradise. Whether one walks at sunset or at dawn, the beauty is breath-taking, and ever-changing. Not only does the light change as the day progresses, but also as the weather changes. The wide-open horizon offers a vista in which every [...] Related posts:<ol><li><a href='http://amipost.com/environment/the-clean-beaches-of-anna-maria-island/' rel='bookmark' title='The Clean Beaches of Anna Maria Island'>The Clean Beaches of Anna Maria Island</a> <small>For those who love beauty, removing ugly trash should be...</small></li><li><a href='http://amipost.com/tourism/walking-to-the-beach/' rel='bookmark' title='Walking to the Beach'>Walking to the Beach</a> <small>We still are enjoying our daily walks over to the...</small></li><li><a href='http://amipost.com/news/welcome-to-anna-maria-island-post-news/' rel='bookmark' title='Welcome to Anna Maria Island Post News!'>Welcome to Anna Maria Island Post News!</a> <small>Welcome to Anna Maria Island Post, the best source on...</small></li></ol>]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://amipost.com/sports/walking-the-beaches-of-anna-maria-island/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Holmes Beach Surfs Hurricane Ike Surge</title><link>http://amipost.com/sports/holmes-beach-surfs-hurricane-ike-surge/</link> <comments>http://amipost.com/sports/holmes-beach-surfs-hurricane-ike-surge/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Fri, 12 Sep 2008 18:15:36 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Mike</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Environment]]></category> <category><![CDATA[News]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Sports]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Atlantic hurricanes]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Atlantic hurricanes 2008]]></category> <category><![CDATA[flood]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Holmes Beach]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Hurricanes]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Ike]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Surf]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Tropical Storms]]></category> <category><![CDATA[West Coast Florida surf]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://amipost.com/?p=213</guid> <description><![CDATA[Anna Maria Island beaches felt the effects of Hurricane Ike this week with several days of high surf and high water. Every day this past week brought a good swell and copious waves as Ike passed 300 miles away to the south west of Anna Maria Island. The storm emerged off the coast of Cuba [...] Related posts:<ol><li><a href='http://amipost.com/sports/surfing-hurricane-gustav-at-holmes-beach/' rel='bookmark' title='Surfing Hurricane Gustav At Holmes Beach'>Surfing Hurricane Gustav At Holmes Beach</a> <small>Gustav sent a few waves to Anna Maria Island, Sunday,...</small></li><li><a href='http://amipost.com/environment/how-to-survive-hurricane-season-on-anna-maria-island/' rel='bookmark' title='How to Survive Hurricane Season on Anna Maria Island'>How to Survive Hurricane Season on Anna Maria Island</a> <small>There’s more to surviving hurricane season than knowing how and...</small></li><li><a href='http://amipost.com/news/2007-atlantic-hurricane-season-review/' rel='bookmark' title='2007 Atlantic Hurricane Season Review'>2007 Atlantic Hurricane Season Review</a> <small>Highlights: High water and flooding on Anna Maria Island from...</small></li></ol>]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://amipost.com/sports/holmes-beach-surfs-hurricane-ike-surge/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>1</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Surfing Hurricane Gustav At Holmes Beach</title><link>http://amipost.com/sports/surfing-hurricane-gustav-at-holmes-beach/</link> <comments>http://amipost.com/sports/surfing-hurricane-gustav-at-holmes-beach/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Mon, 01 Sep 2008 13:53:25 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Mike</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Sports]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Atlantic hurricanes 2008]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Gustav]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Holmes Beach]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Hurricane]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Surf]]></category> <category><![CDATA[West Coast Florida surf]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://amipost.com/?p=208</guid> <description><![CDATA[Gustav sent a few waves to Anna Maria Island, Sunday, and brought out a crowd of surfers and onlookers. A high tide and offshore wind meant the waves broke close to shore but some good rides were possible. Some gusty showers were about the only impact Gustav had on Anna Maria Island but the rain [...] Related posts:<ol><li><a href='http://amipost.com/sports/holmes-beach-surfs-hurricane-ike-surge/' rel='bookmark' title='Holmes Beach Surfs Hurricane Ike Surge'>Holmes Beach Surfs Hurricane Ike Surge</a> <small>Anna Maria Island beaches felt the effects of Hurricane Ike...</small></li><li><a href='http://amipost.com/sports/stand-up-paddle-surfing-on-anna-maria-island/' rel='bookmark' title='Stand Up Paddle Surfing on Anna Maria Island'>Stand Up Paddle Surfing on Anna Maria Island</a> <small>Stand up paddle surfing is a great alternative board sport...</small></li><li><a href='http://amipost.com/sports/surf-report-from-white-ave-holmes-beach/' rel='bookmark' title='Surf Report from White Ave, Holmes Beach'>Surf Report from White Ave, Holmes Beach</a> <small>For LIVE view of the current beach conditions, click here...</small></li></ol>]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://amipost.com/sports/surfing-hurricane-gustav-at-holmes-beach/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>3</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Mullet Invitational Fishing Contest</title><link>http://amipost.com/sports/mullet-invitational-fishing-contest/</link> <comments>http://amipost.com/sports/mullet-invitational-fishing-contest/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Mon, 11 Aug 2008 22:46:31 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>Mike</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Community]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Environment]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Sports]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Boating]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Contest]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Fishing]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Fundraising]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Maps]]></category> <category><![CDATA[tournament]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://amipost.com/?p=203</guid> <description><![CDATA[The Florida Institute for Saltwater Heritage, F.I.S.H., will hold the first ever &#8220;Mullet Invitational Fishing Contest&#8221; in Cortez, Florida. The event will be held Friday and Saturday September 5-6, 2008. The contest will be a tribute to Ben Gullett of &#8220;Gullett’s Smoked Mullet&#8221; fame and proceeds will be to the benefit of F.I.S.H. Mullet may [...] Related posts:<ol><li><a href='http://amipost.com/community/celebrate-cortez/' rel='bookmark' title='Cortez Commercial Fishing Festival'>Cortez Commercial Fishing Festival</a> <small>Cortez is full of extremely picturesque cottages where real life...</small></li><li><a href='http://amipost.com/community/purpose-and-place/' rel='bookmark' title='Purpose and Place'>Purpose and Place</a> <small>Organizers of last month&#8217;s Cortez Fishing Festival announced it netted...</small></li><li><a href='http://amipost.com/community/cortez-florida-2012-commercial-fishing-festival/' rel='bookmark' title='Cortez Florida 2012 Commercial Fishing Festival'>Cortez Florida 2012 Commercial Fishing Festival</a> <small>The 30th annual Cortez Commercial Fishing Festival will be held...</small></li></ol>]]></description> <wfw:commentRss>http://amipost.com/sports/mullet-invitational-fishing-contest/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> </channel> </rss>
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