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How Sails Work: Understanding the Basics
Sailing is all about physics and geometry but don’t worry, it’s not too hard to learn. Once the theory is down, it’s all a matter of practice. Let’s look at [...]
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5 Best Lakes in Kentucky for Boating
· Jul 18, 2023 · Updated Jul 21, 2024 Renowned for its natural beauty, rolling hills, and friendly locals, Kentucky is a must-see state for outdoor enthusiasts. With abundant lakes and reservoirs, Kentucky also offers a special escape for [...]
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How to Host a Yacht Party
A yacht party is a fantastic change of pace from dinner at a restaurant or a backyard cookout. Yachting isn’t a common thing for a lot of people, so there’s [...]
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Boat Rental Services 101: What is Boat Sharing?
· Jul 18, 2023 If you’re looking to rent a boat for an afternoon out on the water, you’re bound to come across boat rental services (or boat sharing services)— people offering their personal [...]
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10 Best Bay Boats for 2023
The popularity of center console bay boats has grown by leaps and bounds in recent years, and as a result, the 2023 model year is chock full of awesome choices. [...]
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The Boatsetter Team’s Favorite Boating Drinks
· Jul 11, 2023 With the wind and the sun, it can be easy to work up a thirst quickly when we are out on the water. There is nothing better than sipping on [...]
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Best Yacht Brands by Type
Qualifying something as “best” needs an explanation. Is it considered to be the best because it’s the largest or most popular, has the highest quality, is the best value, or [...]
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8 Healthy Boat Snacks for Adults
Depending on the type of boat you’re on, you may not have the space or amenities to prepare a whole meal. Or you may not want to be cheffing, you’d [...]
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7 Things to Consider Before Getting a Captain’s License
Mastering your boat is one thing, but formally being a master of a vessel is another. This worthwhile accomplishment comes with exacting but fair requirements. If you’re 18 or older, [...]
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Taking a Private Charter Boat to the Dry Tortugas
· Jun 29, 2023 · Updated Oct 28, 2024 The Florida Keys is a natural destination for beach lovers, divers, snorkelers, and diehard anglers. Among it’s many gems is the Dry Tortugas, a small cluster of islands located approximately [...]
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Blue Angels in Pensacola: Boaters’ Guide for the Best Views
The U.S. Navy Blue Angels is a flight-demonstration squadron that showcases the skills of pilots in the U.S. Navy and U.S. Marines. The Blue Angels practice schedules for Pensacola are [...]
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6 Best Beach Towns in Georgia for Boaters to Explore
Georgia, with its diverse coastal plain, holds a world of boating adventures. With 110 miles of Atlantic coastline and 15 barrier islands, there’s lots of saltwater boating to be had, [...]
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