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How to Read a Nautical Chart
Raise your hand if you’ve ever driven your car with a good old-fashioned paper map or modern-day navigation device providing help. For boats, nautical charts are the utmost resource for [...]
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Beaver Lake, Arkansas Fishing Guide
Beaver Lake, Arkansas, is a destination worthy of any angler’s bucket list. The White River impoundment of Beaver Lake, Arkansas, is a gorgeous Ozarks reservoir that winds and twists through [...]
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Lake Hartwell Fishing Guide
Anglers from South Carolina and Georgia flock to Lake Hartwell for fishing fun. There are 56,000 acres of angling territory with almost 1,000 miles of shoreline straddling the border of [...]
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Lake Keowee Fishing Guide
Head for Lake Keowee for your shot at supersized spotted bass. Lake Keowee in western South Carolina is a fishing powerhouse—literally. This reservoir is used to generate hydroelectric power and [...]
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Lake Ray Hubbard Fishing Guide
Bass anglers flock to Lake Ray Hubbard, one of the largest lakes in North Texas. Impounded in 1968, Lake Ray Hubbard covers around 22,000 acres of water and is controlled [...]
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The Hull Truth: 4 Ways to Avoid Damage & Decay to Your Hull
· Sep 25, 2023 It doesn’t matter how nice your boat is and what latest and greatest technology that you have outfitted it with, everything comes down to the hull. It is your separation [...]
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How to Create a Boatsetter Account
· Sep 22, 2023 · Updated Jun 27, 2024 Do you like getting on the water? Often dream about a boat day? Want to try out unique boat types and models, or even different on-water activities? Interested in fishing? [...]
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10 Best Boating Books for All Water Enthusiasts
· Sep 21, 2023 Besides the comfort of a cozy blanket, it turns out a boat is the perfect place to read your favorite novel. In fact, our waters have been a great source [...]
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5 Boating Superstitions that Give Skippers the Chills
Since the beginning of (mari)time, sailors have developed superstitions that skippers continue to pass down from generation to generation of boaters. Sure, some people think boating superstitions are silly, but… [...]
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3 Boating Tips on Navigating Rough Waters
Chop, currents, tides, and all kinds of other turbulence can turn a fun day on the boat into a nightmare that you, your crew, and your passengers want to forget. [...]
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Sailing Explained: How to Sail Against the Wind
Sailing is a beautiful and majestic sport. It’s pretty clear how a boat sails downwind with the breeze pushing against the sails, but have you ever wondered: how do you [...]
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Host a Boat Party with These 9 Boat Party Theme Ideas
· Sep 18, 2023 If you’re seeking a unique and unforgettable way to bring your loved ones together, hosting a boat party is the perfect answer. Picture this: a gentle breeze, sparkling waters, and [...]
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