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8 Ways to Be an Eco-Conscious Boater
“Becoming a better boat means being a steward of the planet (oceans and all). Put these practices in place and cruise with peace of mind.” — Green Boating Specialist Boaters [...]
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6 Best Snorkeling Spots in O’ahu, HI
· Mar 28, 2023 O’ahu is the third largest island in Hawaii, home to the capital city of Honolulu, Pearl Harbor, and some of the best snorkeling and scuba diving spots in the world. [...]
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Guide for Boating in New Jersey
New Jersey’s nickname may be “The Garden State,” but it’s also a great boating state. New Jersey offers boaters all kinds of on-the-water fun, from the state’s larger lakes to [...]
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6 Marco Island Snorkeling Spots
· Mar 28, 2023 Marco Island is a barrier island just off Florida’s Paradise Coast. It’s just 29 minutes from Naples, which offers additional snorkeling opportunities. Sitting right along the coastline with access to the emerald-green [...]
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Boating Guide from Marco Island to Key West
· Mar 28, 2023 The boat trip from Marco Island to Key West is a scenic maritime route starting from the barrier island, past the Everglades, and to paradise on Earth, what Floridians call, Key [...]
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Trailering a Boat: Step-by-Step Guide
Tow Tow Tow Your Boat… A trailer helps you get the most out of your boating experience. With a boat and trailer in tow, you can put your adventure on [...]
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Rent the boat. Own the moment.
· Mar 27, 2023 · Updated Apr 7, 2023 Introducing Boatsetter’s 2023 Brand Campaign Our crew at Boatsetter is thrilled to unveil “Rent the boat. Own the moment,” this year’s all-new advertising campaign inspiring everyone, everywhere to join us [...]
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How to Read a Fish Finder
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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How to Rent Out Your Boat? (How Much Can You Actually Make?)
· 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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Boat Rental Cancellations 101: How to Manage Your Canceled Booking
· 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 of 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
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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