Citrus County officials say this summer local boat ramps are busier than ever. Especially the ramp in Old Homosassa, where scalloping is overwhelmingly popular.
The county hopes hiring ramp rangers will cut down on crowding at city ramps.
"We are keeping everything clear," ramp ranger Richard Cyr said. "Get them in, get them out."
Officials say a lot of people block the ramps by cleaning scallops instead of pulling their boats, which is an ordinance violation.
Blocking a boat ramp in Citrus County for any reason can bring a fine up to $100 and 60 days in jail.
Eddie Thornton has been coming to Old Homosassa for years to scallop. He says normally the boat ramp is a nightmare, but not anymore.
"We have been coming here for six years and this is the smoothest I have ever seen it," Thornton said.
The ramp rangers will be on duty every weekend until the scallop season wraps up in September.
"For the most part people are really nice to us and appreciate having us here," Cyr said.
The county hopes the addition will help make sure things go smooth this summer.