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Guides, tips, and stories for life on the water


How to read a fish finder

How to Read a Fish Finder

Lenny Rudow · Mar 27, 2023 · Updated Sep 29, 2023

If you rent a fishing boat, there’s a good chance it will have a fish finder, and learning how to use it will almost certainly boost your success rate. Fish [...]

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make money on your boat

How to Rent Out Your Boat? (How Much Can You Actually Make?)

Boatsetter Team · Mar 24, 2023 · Updated Sep 26, 2024

If you are a boat owner, you probably know that your boat is an incredibly fun thing to have but the maintenance and storage costs can also get pretty expensive, [...]

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rental cancellations

Boat Rental Cancellations 101: How to Manage Your Canceled Booking

Boatsetter Team · Mar 24, 2023 · Updated Feb 16, 2026

Cancellations are good for no one. Your boat renters get bummed out, and you (the boat owner) miss out on potential earnings—not to mention another opportunity to receive a sterling [...]

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Best Boat Brands & Manufacturers- 2023 Edition

Best Boat Brands of 2025

Kim Kavin · Mar 23, 2023 · Updated May 7, 2025

The world of boating is constantly evolving, with new innovations, designs, and technologies shaping the experience on the water. As we move into 2025, certain boat brands continue to stand [...]

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10 Best Catamarans for 2023

Zuzana Prochazka · Mar 22, 2023 · Updated Nov 3, 2023

Catamarans have taken the boating world by storm, becoming the fastest-growing segment, with both sail and power cats dominating the market. Some of the best catamarans have been launched in [...]

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Fueling a Boat.

Fueling a Boat: How to Properly & Safely Fuel Your Boat

Lenny Rudow · Mar 18, 2023 · Updated Sep 1, 2023

“All boats need fuel, so learn how to fill those tanks properly.” — Boating Expert, Lenny Fueling a boat shouldn’t be difficult if you’re experienced at fueling a car or [...]

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How to Navigate a Boat in Marine Protected Areas.

How to Navigate a Boat in Marine Protected Areas

Diane Byrne · Mar 14, 2023

Quick show of hands: How many of you have cruised the Florida Keys? How about California’s Monterey Bay, Washington’s Olympic Coast, Michigan’s portion of the Great Lakes, or even the [...]

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Hernando Beach Marinas.

4 Hernando Beach, FL Marinas

Boatsetter Team · Mar 14, 2023

Calm waters and narrow canals have made Hernando Beach one of Florida’s signature boating communities. Everywhere you turn, every street you idle down, is right by the water. So, you [...]

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Waterfront Restaurants in Lake Lanier.

4 Amazing Waterfront Restaurants in Lake Lanier

Valerie · Mar 13, 2023

Lake Lanier is a hidden gem 50 miles northeast of Atlanta, Georgia. Between 692 miles of picturesque shoreline, hiking trails and campgrounds, and a lakeside Margaritaville waterpark, you and your [...]

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Cape Coral Beaches.

4 Amazing Cape Coral Beaches

Boatsetter Team · Mar 13, 2023

If you love yachts, lush tropical sights, warm, clear water, manatees, and fantastic culture, Cape Coral is your ultimate getaway. This region flourishes with dozens of yacht clubs, protected wildlife [...]

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Beaches in Clearwater.

5 Best Beaches in Clearwater, FL

Boatsetter Team · Mar 13, 2023

Home to miles of sugar-sand beaches and cool blue-green waters of the Gulf of Mexico, Clearwater, Florida, is a great destination for anyone who’s looking for sun, surf, and fun. [...]

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Top Islands in Florida.

Top Islands in Florida

Boatsetter Team · Mar 13, 2023

Whether you’re on the east coast of Florida, the west coast, the panhandle, or the Keys, there is an almost unlimited source of island gems to attract your attention. When [...]

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