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5 Ways to be an Active Boater While Staying at Home

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Itching to get out on the water but find yourself stuck indoors? There’s no reason you can’t be an active boater while staying at home. Spend time completing online trainings, get your boating license, practice knot tying or casting, watch how-to videos, and so much more!

Wakeboard Trick: Kicker Perspective

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Spinning off a kicker behind the boat or on a cable can be really easy if you take your time and wait for the top.

Three Things to Know as a First Time Boat Owner

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There are lots of ins and outs to owning a boat, but every first-time boat owner needs to know about these three things before they cast off the lines.

Annapolis Boat Shows 2019: Fall Preview Guide

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The 2019 Fall Annapolis Boat Shows kickoff on Oct. 3-6 with the United States Powerboat Show, and then the following week with the United States Sailboat Show taking place from Oct. 10-14. Get ready for both Chesapeake Bay events with our boat show preview guide.

Tampa Boat Show Guide 2019

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The 2019 Progressive Tampa Boat Show kicks off Sept. 6-8 and is packed full with new boats, accessories, and activities for the whole family. When you need a break from the action, use our guide to explore the local restaurant and cultural scene in downtown Tampa, FL.

What is a Skiff Boat?

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Skiffs are some of the most popular boats around, and once you get to know how pleasant life can be in a skiff, it’s no wonder why. Would a skiff boat be the best boat of choice for your needs? Read on to learn more about these simple, small boats.

Best Freshwater Fishing Techniques

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Before catching fish, anglers must locate them. Unless you live in the middle of the great southwestern deserts there should be a body of fishable water within an hour of your home. You can find fish nearly anywhere there is a body of water large enough to provide food, oxygen and cover. If you have a boat, your choice of angling locations gets even larger.

Boat Loan Basics

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Are you ready to take the next step in the boat buying process? Use this step-by-step guide for instructions on how to get a boat loan, including how to utilize our Boat Loan Calculator and learn more about financing, interest rates, and marine lenders.

How to Get Up on a Wakeboard

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Learn how to get up on your first try with these beginner wakeboarding tips. Find out what equipment you need to ride, consult our wakeboard sizing chart, discover what type of wake boat is right for you, and compare the differences between wakeboarding and wakesurfing.

Renaming a Boat: The Dos and Don'ts

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Renaming a boat is, of course, not something to be done lightly. Sailors have sworn the unluckiest ships of all are those who have changed their names. Follow these steps to appease the god of the seas if you absolutely, positively must change the name of a boat.

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