Hurricane Boat Prep 101

Even if you’re not ready for spaghetti plots and CAT ratings, your boat needs to be. This month’s blog looks at five best practices for preparing your vessel to ride out a storm, including issues with lifts, best methods for securing your boat at a dock or on a trailer, and even loose items and insurance concerns. Taking a few moments of prep time now can save post-hurricane heartache down the road.

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Capt. Terry Says the Fishing Heat Is On

If we’re not in the dog days of Summer yet, they’re certainly barking at the gate. But Capt. Terry says that shouldn’t deter you from wetting a line as the bite has been as hot as our mid-summer days. Read about his recent trips and the species his clients have found success with.

Quick Fixes for Trailer-Light Troubles

Anyone towing a boat knows how common trailer light problems can be. In a recent article, Boating Magazine lays out several incredibly simple solutions! From bad grounds and connectors to burned-out bulbs and chafed wires, they detail the fixes that will keep you safe and legal.

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HOW TO SPOT SHALLOW WATER

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Tides and shoaling can change our underwater landscape, so boaters must keep an eye out for shallow water to avoid running aground. Here are three things to look for:

Change in water color (one of many reasons to wear polarized sunglasses!)
Birds standing in the water or crab traps showing above the surface
Surface irregularities: waves breaking where they shouldn’t or slick areas in otherwise choppy water

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