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Boats + Gear, Watersports

A Wakeboard Gear Guide for Any Wakeboarder

June 16, 2023
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Boating Safety, Boats + Gear

How to Register a Boat in Maryland

Jun 9, 2023

Maryland’s sparkling, deep waters are some of the most gorgeous in the nation. With over 200,000 registered boats and more than 12,000 personal watercraft on the water, spending a day…

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Boating Safety, Boats + Gear, Coast-to-Coast

What You Need to Know About New York State Life Jacket Law

May 24, 2023

Safety is everything. When boating, it all starts with wearing the right life jacket. At BOATsmart!, we’re all about having lots of fun on the water — and doing it…

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Boats + Gear, Coast-to-Coast

A British Columbia Boat Registration Guide

May 16, 2023

Follow these steps to ensure you’re legally registered to operate a pleasure craft in British Columbia.  From Okanagan Lake to the Gulf Islands, British Columbia is full of sparkling, inviting…

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How to Register a Boat in North Carolina: A Guide

May 12, 2023

Boating is simply a part of life in North Carolina, from the waves of the Outer Banks to the glittering surfaces of the Tar Heel State’s lakes. With over 5,000…

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Boats + Gear, Coast-to-Coast

A Manitoba Boat Registration Guide

May 5, 2023
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Manitoba is one of those places that seems like a wonderland on earth, and its sparkling waters are just calling for a pleasure craft day. From the seashores to the lakes, boating is a way of life for many in Manitoba — after all, how couldn’t it be? Whether you’re swimming, on the jet ski, or catching some fish, there…

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Boats + Gear

How to Extend Your Boating Season: Using the Right Gear

Apr 28, 2023

Looking to make your boating season last longer? We hear birds, the days are getting longer, and summer is coming. Long winters make us want to ditch the snow gear…

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Boats + Gear, Coast-to-Coast

What You Need to Know About Life Jacket Laws in Texas

Apr 5, 2023

Boating safety is important in the Lone Star State, and it all starts with wearing your life jackets.

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Boat Equipment Refresher: Be Prepared for a Safe Boating Trip

Mar 6, 2023
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Boats + Gear

Our Guide to Buying a Fishing Boat for the First Time

Feb 24, 2023

From your favorite species to catch to your experience level, these are the things you should consider when buying your first fishing boat.

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