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Boatsetter’s Holiday Photo Contest: Owner Edition
· Nov 28, 2022 For our final Boatsetter Photo Contest of 2022, and in the spirit of the holiday season, we merged November and December to make a great big HOLIDAY-themed contest… Come one, [...]
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Fishing in Jacksonville, FL Guide
Just how good is the fishing in Jacksonville, FL? If you ever thought about learning how to start a fishing charter business, a good start would be moving here — [...]
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10 Best Sailing Gifts
Gifting can be hard, but if you have a sailor in your life, there are lots of ways to delight him or her whether it’s for a birthday, anniversary, or [...]
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10 Best Gifts for a Boat Owner
There’s always something new and cool that can be a great gift for a boat owner. This is true no matter the type of boat—you can find gifts for cruising [...]
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Top 10 Marine Weather Apps for Boaters
Marine weather apps can be amazingly useful for boaters, but which are the best marine weather apps of them all? Whether you hit the water on your own boat, go [...]
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Top 7 Palm Beach County Beaches
· Nov 17, 2022 Palm Beach County is the home of many great Florida beaches. With charming coastal destinations like Lake Worth, West Palm Beach, Riviera Beach, and its vast Intracoastal Waterway (43 miles), [...]
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Bowrider vs. Deck Boat: What Are the Differences?
Go for a ride on the water today, and you’re bound to come across a bowrider or deck boat. Both have been around for decades, and both boat types make [...]
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What to Wear on a Sailing Trip
Going sailing for the first time and wondering what to wear? Time, place, type of sailing, and boat will necessitate different preparation. Start with these questions: Are you sailing for [...]
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Catamaran vs. Monohull: Which Is Better?
It used to be that sailors and powerboaters (blowboaters and stinkpotters, respectively) used to hold the loudest arguments about which was better– sailboats or powerboats. Today, the debate is centered [...]
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Marathon, FL Boating Guide
· Nov 16, 2022 · Updated Feb 13, 2023 Marathon is a charming beachside city among the many set on the Florida Keys. It is best known for its vibrant boating scene, stunning sandy beaches, and unique aquatic ecosystem, [...]
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5 Best Winter Boating Activities to Try with the Family
Winter holds a world of on-water activities for families or close friends to enjoy. Drop your sleigh and hop on a boat for a unique holiday season among your true [...]
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8 Great New Sailboats for 2022
Fall boat shows highlight the latest launches, and there’s much to see if you’re contemplating purchasing a new sailboat. Whether monohull, catamaran or trimaran, exciting new designs are landing on [...]
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