Boater Skip Day Hits Clay County

Thousands descend on the St. Johns River for Boater Skip Day — a massive, unofficial floating party in Clay County drawing tens of thousands. Law enforcement, including Coast Guard and air patrols, are on high alert to manage crowds, heat, and safety. Rooted in the old Poker Run Raft Up, this Northeast Florida tradition thrives on community and chaos — with sunny 80s weather, shallow waters, and strict safety reminders: hydrate, wear life jackets, and never boating drunk. The Shands Boat Ramp will close early to become a command hub for regional agencies keeping the river safe and the party alive. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/f5f6aeaaba14ea90