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Southern Boating Earns Top Honors at the 2026 Charlie Awards
June 16, 2026
Five Charlie Awards and two bronze honors celebrate a year of editorial innovation, creative design, and audience-focused storytelling. Since the Florida Magazine Association was founded
Haul Out Without the Headache: A Boat Owner’s Inspection Checklist
June 15, 2026
Turn your next haul out into a productive inspection, not a stressful guessing game with this expert boat haul out checklist. By Captain Chris Caldwell
5 Smart Boating Essentials Every Captain Should Pack This Season
June 15, 2026
Summer boating season is here, and a little preparation can make every day on the water safer and more enjoyable. From essential safety equipment to
What Is Forward-Looking Sonar? A Guide to Safer Boating in Shallow Water
June 10, 2026
Forward-looking sonar transducers provide a look ahead to spot reefs, shoals, and underwater hazards in real time, making it the best sonar for shallow water
The Luxury Water Toy Every Boater Will Want This Summer
June 9, 2026
LIND Electric Surfboards Let You Surf Anywhere—No Waves Required The modular electric surfboard system from LIND delivers wave-free surfing adventures for boaters, lake riders, and
Summer on the Water: Top Boating Events and Destinations for June 2026
June 9, 2026
Summer is prime time for life on the water, and this season’s hottest happenings stretch from Florida and the Bahamas to the Great Lakes and
Charter a Boat, Not a Hotel: The Travel Trend Boaters Love
June 3, 2026
Tick off bucket-list items with the magic of charter vacations. By Zuzana Prochazka Why Charter Vacations Are Growing in Popularity Boat charter is a premium
5 Father’s Day Fishing Gifts Dad Will Actually Use
June 3, 2026
Whether he’s chasing offshore trophies, casting from the dock, or spending weekends on the water, these Father’s Day gifts combine practicality, performance, and style for
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Bahamas Bareboat Charter Guide: Best Routes, Tips & Islands to Explore
May 12, 2026
No crew? No compromises. Plan your next vacation in paradise aboard a bareboat charter. From the Abacos to the Exumas, this complete Bahamas bareboat charter
Best Hidden Islands in the Bahamas for Boaters and Anglers
May 4, 2026
The best hidden islands in the Bahamas for boaters include Acklins, Crooked Island, Inagua, Mayaguana, and Rum Cay. These remote destinations offer secluded anchorages, world-class
Jimmy’s Wines & Spirits Proudly Continues Its Annual Support of Regattas in the Abacos
April 22, 2026
Jimmy’s Wines & Spirits once again proudly demonstrated its ongoing commitment to Bahamian culture, sailing heritage, and community partnership through its continued support of the
Trade Winds & Second Chances: Rediscovering the British Virgin Islands by Boat
April 21, 2026
Sailing the British Virgin Islands remains one of the most iconic boating experiences in the Caribbean, even after the devastating impact of Hurricanes Irma and
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