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Boating Safety

Drinking and Boating in Canada: The Facts You Need to Know

March 3, 2023
9 min read

Drinking and boating is a terrible – and unsafe – combination. It’s as dangerous as drinking and driving and can lead to serious boating accidents and injuries for yourself or others on your boat or nearby.  Even if you avoid an accident and arrive back at the dock safely, Canadians can face significant penalties if they’re caught boozing and boating….

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How to Prepare for Spring Boating Season

Mar 1, 2023

It’s almost time to emerge from the winter thaw and launch your boat! That means it’s time to start getting ready for the spring boating season.  Before you can enjoy…

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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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Coast-to-Coast

The Guide to Boat Registration in Alberta

Feb 22, 2023

Beautiful Alberta lies in the middle of the prairies, where some of the country’s most truly stunning lakes and nature scapes call home. In Alberta, you’ll find 600 lakes and…

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A Guide to Boating in Ohio

Feb 17, 2023

Going boating in Ohio? Ohio’s “backyard“ is an awesome playground for outdoor enthusiasts. During the warm weather season, it’s all about the boating! This state boasts 74 State Parks and…

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Massachusetts Boating Laws and Regulations: Boater Cards

February 15, 2023
2 min read

There are plenty of rules and regulations for boaters in Massachusetts. The goal of these laws is to keep boaters safe and regulate activity on the water.  Whether you drive a jet boat, a fishing boat, or other motorized vessels like a personal watercraft (PWC), you and your vessel must follow the rules. One of the most important rules is…

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Drinking and Boating in California: What You Need to Know

Feb 10, 2023

Boating is one of the most fun things you can do in the Golden State, whether you’re fishing with friends, feeling the salt spray on your face from a jetski,…

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Boating Access During COVID-19: State Boating Regulations and Safety

Feb 3, 2023

Boating is a great way to pass the time, get outdoors, and soak in what America’s lakes and waterways have to offer. However, during a worldwide health pandemic (like we…

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Coast-to-Coast, Lifestyle

Our Guide to Boating in Texas

Jan 27, 2023

In the Lone Star State, being out on the water is a part of life year-round. With thousands of lakes, hundreds of miles of coastline, and sunny weather most days…

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Boating in Ontario: A Guide to Destinations and More

Jan 20, 2023

With thousands of lakes, rivers, and boating spots in Ontario, it’s safe to say that boating is a huge deal! From the shores of Lake Muskoka to the depths of…

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