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Keep the Water Wild: A Guide to Sustainable Boating
Boating Safety Week isn’t just about preventing accidents. It’s also about protecting the environment that makes boating possible in the first place. Practicing sustainable boating helps preserve waterways, protect marine [...]
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Complete Boating Equipment Guide with Must-Have Safety Gear & Fun Extras
· Apr 29, 2025 Having the right gear onboard makes all the difference. Some items are must-haves to meet U.S. Coast Guard requirements—others are bonus touches that take the experience from good to unforgettable. [...]
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Boating Under the Influence Prevention: Book a Captain & Celebrate Safety
· Apr 28, 2025 Spending a day on the water with your crew is a summer must but boating under the influence (BUI) can turn a celebration into a serious safety risk. Across the [...]
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Fishing Safety Guide: Gear, Regulations, and Best Practices
Whether you’re casting from shore or renting a boat for the day, a little extra caution goes a long way. Especially around sharp hooks, powerful fish, and moving boats. This [...]
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Jet Ski Safety Guide, Plus Round Up of Top-Rated Courses
Jet skis are one of the most exciting ways to explore the water, but a little preparation goes a long way. Whether you’re driving or riding as a passenger, following [...]
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An Angler’s Journey Chasing the World’s Fastest Fish
The son of ocean-loving parents, Enrique Calderas has been boating since he was just one month old. What friends and his wife call an obsession, Enrique describes as a deep [...]
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Top International Destinations to Visit this Year and Why You Should See Them by Boat
· Apr 21, 2025 · Updated Apr 22, 2025 Whether you’re planning a dreamy honeymoon, chasing your next adventure, or immerse yourself in local life, the best way to experience a destination might just be by water. A private [...]
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Best U.S. Air Shows to Watch in 2025
· Apr 16, 2025 There’s nothing like the rush of an air show: the rumble of jet engines, gravity-defying loops, and the kind of aerial stunts that stop you in your tracks. And while [...]
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Boatsetter Becomes the Preferred Boat Rental and On-the-Water Experiences Provider of Hilton Grand Vacations
· Apr 8, 2025 · Updated Apr 7, 2025 We’re excited to share that Boatsetter is now the preferred boat rental provider of Hilton Grand Vacations (HGV), adding a whole new layer of adventure and bespoke experiences to Hilton [...]
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Boatsetter Owners give back to first responders in L.A. and Tampa by providing free boat days
· Apr 8, 2025 · Updated Apr 7, 2025 Today, enabled by the generosity of our community, we’re announcing a program to host free boat days for first responders in Los Angeles and Tampa. The simple idea began with [...]
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The Boatsetter Owner Referral Program: Earn up to $500 for New Owners You Refer
· Apr 2, 2025 · Updated Dec 4, 2025 Know someone who would make a great Owner? Invite them to join the Boatsetter community and earn up to $500 when they complete their first booking with a Guest. Whether it’s [...]
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National Parks Best Explored by Boat
· Mar 28, 2025 · Updated May 28, 2025 Across the United States 400+ acres of geographical wonders, there are over 4 million acres of water bodies. While you can see a lot by land, there’s no better way to [...]
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