4 Dangers Of Boating Near Crab Trap Pots And How To Avoid Them

I grew up boating on the great lake before moving south and becoming a captain. Over the last seven years, I have been driving vessels recreationally in an area heavily...

8 Reasons Why People Buy Boats: The Good And The Bad

As a former boat owner and captain, I was immersed in the boating community. With that said, I knew the exact reasons why and how people got involved in boating...

5 Ways To Find Good Paddleboard Locations 

One of my favorite things to do when I am not fishing by boat is heading out paddleboarding. The family and I load up our inflatable paddleboard on the boat...

5 Ways To Reduce The Risk Of Sunburn While Boating

One of the biggest threats while boating on sunny days is sunburn. The level of exposure oo the water is far higher compared to being on the shore. Take it...

7 Most Common Reasons For Poor Visibility In Coastal Waters

As an avid boater of coastal Georgia, I am used to poor visibility in the water. The water in this area is heavily influenced by the nutrient-rich marshland that is...

7 Ways To Avoid Damaging A Paddleboard Near Oyster Beds

Without a doubt, one of the most fun watersports along the East Coast of the United States is paddleboarding. However, the coastal waters of North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia...

8 Reasons Why To Wash Beach Gear And How To Do It

As a beachgoer myself, I wash my chairs, umbrellas, sand toys, and other associated gear after each use. Despite living in a coastal area, beach gear should be washed, no...

10 Ways To Avoid Getting Your Boat Stuck On The Beach At Low Tide

One of the most frustrating experiences when boating to the beach in coastal waters if failing to account for the tide and getting stranded. To be more clear, stranded refers...

Why Fish Are Attracted To Oyster Beds: 8 Reasons

One of my favorite inshore fishing locations is along oyster beds. I have shifted from an offshore angler to an inshore coastal angler, but it was a learning curve. Without...

Kids Life Jackets: 8 Reasons Why Life Jackets Are Necessary While Boating

One of the first things that I pack when heading out on the boat with my kids are the life vest. Before my children set foot on the vessel they...