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What Makes a Great Marina?
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A warm marina scene showing a dockhand helping a couple tie up their boat at sunset, illustrating the welcoming details that make a marina memorable.
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The Boat Names You Remember
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Some boat names are clever. Some are sentimental. Some make you laugh every time you see them. And a few probably seemed like a better…
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Before the Cover Goes On, Take One More Walk Around Your Boat
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One last look before winter storage can save you time, money and frustration when spring comes back around. By the time a boat is ready…
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The Unwritten Rules of the Dock
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Every marina has its own personality, but good boaters tend to figure out the same things pretty quickly. Nobody hands you a rulebook when you…
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Your Boat Has Been Working All Summer. Here’s What It’s Trying to Tell You.
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By late September, a boat has usually stopped hiding its secrets. Back in May, everything felt fresh. Batteries were charged, fuel tanks were full, bottoms…
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Don’t Put the Boat Away Yet: Why Fall Can Be the Best Boating of the Year
Cooler weather, quieter harbors and less crowded ramps make September and October some of the best weeks to be on the water—if you adjust the…
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Shopping for a Boat This Fall? 7 Things to Do Before You Step Aboard at a Boat Show
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Boat-show season is here. A little preparation before you walk the docks can make it much easier to compare boats—and avoid getting distracted by the…
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The 2027 Boats Are Coming: What Buyers Should Watch Before They Buy
The 2027 boats are arriving. Before buying at a fall boat show, here’s what to know about new models, leftover inventory, pricing, power, electronics, dealers…
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Newport Kicks Off Boat Show Season: What Boaters Should Be Looking For This Fall
The Newport International Boat Show kicks off the Northeast fall boat-show season. Here’s what boaters should look for, compare, and learn before making their next…
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Buying a Used Boat? Red Flags You Should Never Ignore
Written by Boaters Newsletter Staff | August 19, 2026 There is a particular moment in almost every used-boat purchase when objectivity starts to disappear. Maybe…