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Fishing License 101: Do You Need a Fishing License?
Every state in America requires fishing licenses for anglers, whether you’re fishing from your boat, you’ve decided to rent a fishing boat, or you’re standing on the shore. Although there [...]
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Small Boats: What Type is Right for You?
When it comes to boats, sometimes “small” is a good thing. This is especially the case with our friend, the powerboat (under 16 feet in length). Here, we highlight the [...]
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7 Mindful Practices that Make Good Marina Etiquette
For decades, newspaper readers around the country have been writing to Miss Manners, seeking advice to handle situations amicably. She provides them with an abundance of wisdom, sometimes with a [...]
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14 Florida Gulf Coast Islands to Hop by Boat
· May 22, 2023 · Updated May 19, 2024 While Key West gets the most clout for its turquoise waters and coral cay archipelago, Florida’s west coast is not a bad place to be. Not at all. You have [...]
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Top 5 Marinas in Port St. Lucie, Florida
· May 22, 2023 Whether you’re a seasoned boater or a novice, Port St. Lucie’s waterways are for everyone. Get in touch with nature when you visit the Indian River Lagoon, laze along the [...]
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5 Steps on Vetting Boat Renters: How to Rent Out Your Boat with Confidence
· May 22, 2023 · Updated Sep 29, 2023 Your boat is your baby, we completely understand. While Boatsetter does screen renters before they can book your boat, we encourage boat owners to vet renters personally through the platform’s messaging tool, [...]
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4 Marinas in Key Largo, Florida
· May 11, 2023 · Updated May 23, 2023 Key Largo is the northernmost island in the Florida Keys. With access to the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico, it’s no wonder Key Largo is an ideal destination [...]
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7 Best Boating Cities for Your Memorial Day Weekend Getaway
Three days of leisure and good weather to get sun-drenched and explore our waterways— Memorial Day weekend is one of the greatest holidays to go on a boat trip. Most, if [...]
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No Wake Zone & Other Boating Regulatory Zones Explained
As with any motor vehicle, there are rules and regulations to follow for anyone operating a boat or personal watercraft, which are meant to ensure the safety of the driver, [...]
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A First-Time Boat Buyer’s Guide
Whether you’ve previously rented boats and now want one all your own, or you’ve decided to dive head first into buying, you likely have questions. There’s certainly a lot to [...]
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6 Marinas in Annapolis
· May 10, 2023 Nestled in the north end of the Chesapeake Bay is America’s boating capital, Annapolis, Maryland. Between boat shows, races, and various waterways to cruise through, Annapolis sailing truly has something [...]
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Marina Fees & Boat Slip Pricing Explained
Buying a boat is only part of the investment when it comes to enjoying life on the water. Just like a car, RV, or house, boat owners, too, have expenses [...]
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