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Labor Day Weekend Boating Guide
With the last long weekend of summer quickly approaching, the traditional Labor Day holiday is a great time to spend on the water whether your plans include wakeboarding, fishing, or [...]
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Lake Fork (Dallas, TX) Fishing Guide
Lake Fork is a reservoir on the Sabine River with over 27,000 water acres, about an hour and a half from downtown Dallas, Texas. As you might guess, this close [...]
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Boating in Seattle: Everything You Need to Know
· Aug 18, 2022 · Updated Aug 19, 2022 Boating is immensely popular in the state of Washington. It is estimated that 700,000 Washingtonians own some type of watercraft—and Seattle happens to be a major hub for this boating [...]
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Marina del Rey Boating Guide: Everything You Need to Know
· Aug 18, 2022 · Updated Aug 26, 2022 Marina del Rey, “Marina of the King” in Spanish, is a beautiful seaside harbor community of approximately 11,000 people in the Los Angeles area of Southern California. Known as the [...]
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Launching a Boat: Step-by-Step Guide
Learning how to launch a boat or personal watercraft (PWC) is key to expanding your boating skills. Once you know how to back up a boat trailer and properly launch [...]
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7 Best Beaches in Los Angeles
· Aug 17, 2022 · Updated Oct 29, 2024 California is blessed with one of our nation’s most beautiful shorelines, including the shorelines of Los Angeles that spans 75 miles of golden beaches. The LA area’s vibrant boat community [...]
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How to Load a Boat on a Trailer (Retrieving Your Boat)
You and your crew had a day of fun and adventure on the water, you’re nearing the dock, and it’s time to load your boat back onto its trailer. Also [...]
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Watersports Basics: How to Get Started
Some of the greatest moments in boating are spent trying out the various watersports! Our waterways hold a wealth of enjoyment. Watersports can be relaxing, they can be thrilling, and [...]
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How to Write the Best Headline for Your Boatsetter Rental Listing
· Aug 11, 2022 · Updated Aug 17, 2023 Your Boatsetter listing title (or headline) is the first thing renters see within the search results. What you write can seriously impact how many bookings you receive—and who doesn’t want [...]
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2022 Chicago Air and Water Show: Event Guide for Boaters
Summer fun means being outdoors and you can hardly ask for more excitement than watching planes and boats at their best. The Chicago Air and Water Show , the Windy [...]
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How to Back Up a Boat Trailer in 7 Easy Steps
At a busy launch ramp, with boaters lined up behind you, you’ll want to ensure you’ve mastered the art of backing up your boat’s trailer. Backing up a boat trailer [...]
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5 Best Air and Sea Shows in the United States
Air and sea shows have been loved by Americans since their debut for more than a century. Today, air and sea shows are held all across America, showcasing planes and [...]
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