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Lakes in Colorado for Boating.

Best Lakes in Colorado for Boating

Boatsetter Team · May 5, 2024 · Updated Jul 19, 2024

Boat docks, golden beaches, and clear blue waters make Colorado’s lakes the perfect summer getaway for boaters, fishermen, swimmers, and anyone who loves spending time in the outdoors. The Centennial [...]

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Do You Need a Boating License to Drive or Rent a Boat?

Boatsetter Team · May 4, 2024 · Updated Oct 25, 2024

When you go out on the water at any time, legality and safety should be your top concerns. In the United States, each state has its own laws and regulations concerning boating [...]

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Savannah riverfront.

Best Restaurants in Savannah, GA on the River for Lunch and Dinner

Boatsetter Team · May 3, 2024 · Updated May 19, 2024

Savannah River offers numerous restaurants ranging from casual to upscale dining experiences, along River Street. Get out and about with a day of exploration in Savannah, Georgia where there are [...]

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Are boat clubs worth the cost

Boat Clubs: Are They Worth It?

Boatsetter Team · May 3, 2024

On the surface, boat clubs seem like a great idea. Instead of buying a boat, you pay a monthly fee and have access to a range of different vessels. The [...]

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Tarpon caught by a fisherman with Capt. Matt Luttman of Inshore Action Fishing Charters in Tampa St. Petersburg, Florida

Tampa Bay, St. Petersburg, & Clearwater Fishing Reports (May 2024)

Luke Campbell · May 2, 2024 · Updated May 6, 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

How Much Wind Is too Much for Boating?

Boatsetter Team · 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

Boatsetter Team · 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

Boatsetter Team · 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

Tyler Brick · Mar 26, 2024 · Updated Feb 27, 2025

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 boat captain

How Much To Tip a Boat Captain?

Boatsetter Team · 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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history of dyeing the chicago river green

Chicago’s Green River: St. Patrick’s Day History & Boating Guide

Boatsetter Team · 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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women's history month

Amplifying the Voices of Women Owners: This Is Amal

Boatsetter Team · 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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