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Beginner's Guide

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Best Boats for Beginners

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Are you a new boater looking to dive into the nautical lifestyle? This is going to be fun! With so many different types of boats available on today's market, you'll have a lot of options to choose from for your first starter boat.

How to Fish: Fishing Tips for Beginners

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New to fishing? Whether on a boat or from shore, if you’re new to angling, these top 10 fishing tips for beginners will help you get a bend in your rods in both saltwater and freshwater.

Best Small Sailboats for Beginners

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Sailing is a hobby that can quickly become a passion. As with many things, it's always a smart idea to start small and work your way up—from sailing dinghies to small sloops and catamarans, read on to learn about some of the best small sailboats for beginners.

Living on a Boat: Beginner's Guide for Liveaboards

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Thinking about living on a boat full-time? Transitioning to a liveaboard lifestyle takes time, planning, flexibility and a lot of preparation. Here's some factors to consider before making the move, including expenses, onboard essentials, safety and security.

Beginner Sailing Tips

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New to sailing? Let us help you master the basics with these handy sailing tips and instructions for beginners. Both novice and experienced boaters alike can benefit from a quick review of these beginner sailing basics!

Barefoot Skiing for Beginners

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Two skis, one ski, or no skis at all?! Ready to learn more about what it takes to master barefoot skiing? From learning with a ski boom to transitioning to a deep water start, our Barefoot Skiing Guide will walk you through the basics of this exciting watersport.

Top 10 U.S. Water-Ski Schools

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What’s the single best reason to book a trip to one of the water-ski schools on this list? No great skier has ever developed without the help of a coach.

Five Ice Fishing Tips for Beginners

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The holidays are over but, for most of us in the north, we are still walking in a winter wonderland every time we step outside. The lake might be frozen and the boat might be put away, but that doesn’t mean that we can’t still go fishing! Ice fishing can be just as relaxing and […]

5 Basic Boating Knots for Beginners

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There a lot of different boating knots out there, but beginners should first focus on the basics. Follow our guide with step-by-step video instructions on how to tie these common boating knots.

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