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Rules of the Road Summarized

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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.

Five Tips for First Time Wakesurfers

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Wakesurfing is the fastest growing watersport in the industry and, because of this, there are a lot of beginners out there. We wanted to help get you started on the right foot, so we caught up with Craig Kotilinek from Wakeboarding Magazine to get some tips:

8 Cool Things to Have on a Boat

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Boating is all about having fun, and that starts with stocking up on the coolest boating accessories to enhance the fun. From towable tubes to snorkeling gear and so much more, check out our list of eight fun things to have onboard your boat this summer.

How to Tie Up a Boat: Mooring Guide

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Tying up a boat to a dock, slip or pylon is the final step in perfecting your docking skills as a boater. Find out more about how to position your docking lines, and how to utilize cleats (both attached to your boat and to the dock).

Saltwater Fishing Tips

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Are you new to saltwater fishing? Just getting started with your boating adventures? Check out these basic saltwater fishing tips for beginners: Practice makes perfect As a first step towards perfecting your saltwater fishing skills, consider going on a trip where you can practice alongside more experienced anglers. Fishing party/head boats can also be ideal for this, with dedicated staff that will be delighted to help you through each step of the process, from baiting to reeling. Public fishing piers can also be a good place to pick up basic skills.

8 Age-Appropriate Boating Techniques to Teach Your Kids

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Trips are even more enjoyable when kids are active participants more than passengers. Here are eight age-appropriate boating techniques to teach your children, no matter how young they are.

How to Buy the Right Wakesurf Board

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Wakesurfing is the hottest thing in watersports and with good reason. It offers hours of fun on the water and virtually anyone in the boat can do it.

How to Use Boat Radar

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Shoreline Protection: How Boaters Can Protect the Shore

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Whether you are an experienced boater or a beginner, these tips will help you protect the shoreline and preserve the environment for future generations.

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