
ABOUT US
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LAKE OKEECHOBEE
ASSOCIATION OF AIRBOATERS
LOAA’s objective is to promote and preserve conservation of Florida’s natural resources, whilebringing awareness, education, and empowerment to people in Florida involving the responsible airboating, hunting, fishing and traditional ways and ethics of Florida recreating while defending traditional recreation.
Our Mission at LOAA
The Lake Okeechobee Association of Airboaters is committed to protecting Florida’s natural resources while preserving the outdoor traditions we love. We promote responsible airboating, hunting, and fishing through education, awareness, and active community involvement.
But we’re more than an organization — we’re family.
Throughout the year, we host cookouts, gatherings, family-friendly events, and youth hunts that help pass our outdoor traditions on to the next generation. We believe in mentoring young outdoorsmen and women and creating safe, memorable experiences in the wild. Reach out to us for more information on our youth hunts.
And you don’t have to own an airboat to join us — just bring your love for Florida’s outdoors and good company!
Together, we’re protecting what makes Florida wild and wonderful while building friendships that last a lifetime.
Current
Officers
President: Ricky Rhuda 863-634-8828
Vice President: Charley Burch 561-436-7706
Treasurer: Sara Lou Kinney: 561-348-0525
Secretary: Kim Hamel 772-475-5653
Board of Directors: Jamie Mellette, Velva Mellette, Mike Messier, Mike Maguire, Benji Sellers
Publications Director: Jeneane Rhuda
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