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Tampa Bay, St. Petersburg, & Clearwater Fishing Reports (May 2024)
Tampa, FL – Updated May 6th, 2024 – Boatsetter collects local inshore, nearshore, and offshore fishing reports from expert fishing guides and boaters who regularly fish the waters of Tampa [...]
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How Much Wind Is too Much for Boating?
· May 1, 2024 · Updated May 24, 2024 How much wind is too much for boating depends on your boat and your skill level. Vessels less than 25 feet need to head for shore if winds start approaching [...]
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Boatsetter Unveils its Top 10 Most “Favorited” Boats: A List of Must-Book Vessels for On-the-Water Experiences
· Apr 24, 2024 · Updated Oct 31, 2024 Miami, FL – April 24, 2024 – Boatsetter, the leading mobile app for boat rentals, charters, and on-water experiences, today released its highly anticipated list of the top 10 most [...]
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Boatsetter Champions Earth Day with $15,000 Mind Your Wake Stewards Grant for Water Conservation Efforts
· Apr 10, 2024 · Updated Jun 27, 2024 Miami, FL – April 10, 2024 – Boatsetter, the leading mobile app for boat rentals, charters, and on-water experiences, proudly announces the successful culmination of its environmental program, the Mind [...]
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Spring Fishing Guide: Trends, Destinations, & Tech
Understanding the nuances of springtime fishing, including weather, water temperature, and water clarity, can significantly improve your chances of success for catching bass, panfish, trout, and other species. As the [...]
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How Much To Tip a Boat Captain?
· Mar 16, 2024 · Updated Jun 17, 2024 Renting a boat is a great way to enjoy some quality outdoor time, no matter if you’re trying to make a trophy catch or looking to get a nice tan [...]
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Chicago’s Green River: St. Patrick’s Day History & Boating Guide
· Mar 14, 2024 St. Patrick’s Day celebrations, held every year on March 17, are naturally associated with good old-fashioned fun. Green-wearing celebrants march in lively downtown parades in large cities and small towns [...]
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Amplifying the Voices of Women Owners: This Is Amal
· Mar 8, 2024 · Updated Mar 27, 2024 In 2021 the US Census Bureau reported a spike in women-owned businesses from 6,861 to 1.1 million between 2017 and 2018. In an effort to continue this trend and, in [...]
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Boater’s Guide to Experiencing the 2024 April 8 Solar Eclipse on the Water
· Mar 5, 2024 · Updated Mar 11, 2024 Calling all boaters and anglers! Are you eagerly anticipating the epic spectacle of the 2024 solar eclipse on April 8? If so, you’re in for an unforgettable experience on the [...]
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5 Best Beaches in Key Largo
· Mar 3, 2024 · Updated Nov 17, 2025 Key Largo is more than just the first stop in the Florida Keys — it’s a tropical escape with calm waters, coral reefs, and endless ways to explore the coast. [...]
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Best Spring Break Destinations for Families
· Feb 16, 2024 · Updated Oct 28, 2024 Six jaw-dropping wonders for a fun and safe Spring Break trip, plus unique boat rentals the entire family will love. San Diego, CA Tampa, FL Panama City Beach, FL Naples, [...]
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Anchoring: How Much Chain Do I Need?
· Feb 6, 2024 Anchoring a boat is pretty easy once you know the steps and practice. Even then, people get overwhelmed with doubt particularly with this question: How much chain do I need? [...]
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