PartsVu Xchange Talks Boating & Fishing: Recent Episodes
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PartsVu Xchange Talks Boating is a weekly podcast to talk about all things boating. From new marine technologies, marine lifestyle, fishing, maintenance, safety, marine conservation, and more, PartsVu hosts interesting, fun, and thought-provoking guests from across the boating world in a relaxed and dynamic format.
Gareth Griggs, the founder of Flush-M, joined PartsVu Xchange Talks Boating to talk about outboard engine flushing. Specifically, we discussed why motor flushing is so important and how the Flush-M makes Mercury outboard flushing so much easier.
We discussed:
- Why outboard motor flushing is so important
- The importance of motor flushing for freshwater boaters
- What is Flush-M and how it helps make motor flushing so much easier
- Installing the Flush-M
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Safety Advocate Hunter Bland joined us on the show to discuss his role in the marine industry as a safety advocate. Hunter is a veteran bass fishing tour angler with college and professional experience.
Hunter’s widely recognized as a leading advocate for boating safety. Hunter and his college partner were involved in a highly publicized boating accident that was caught live on their go-pro. The incident motivated Hunter to speak out about his experience and propelled him to the forefront of the boating safety community.
Hunter now serves in a wide variety of industry and government-appointed roles, including a recent appointment by Governor Ron Desantis to the Florida Boating Advisory Council. He is also a National Safe Boating Council Member and helped to develop the National Water Safety Action plan.
We discussed:
* Hunter’s boating accident and his incredible story of survival
* Hunter’s 2019 National Boating Industry Safety Award
* His Role as a Mustang Survival Ambassador
* His Appointment to the Florida Boating Advisory Council by Governor Ron Desantis
* His Role in the Development of the National Water Safety Action Plan
* Top Safety Priorities for Boaters
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Ian Gibson, co-founder of HydroSpider joined PartsVu Xchange Talks Boating to discuss the HydroSpider and its profound benefits for water rescue scenarios,
We were really excited to learn about HydroSpider which is a really clever lifesaving device being adopted by recreational boaters, boaters who boat for a living, and increasingly sheriff’s departments, paramedics, and other rescue organizations.
We discussed:
- How the HydroSpider was developed
- How HydroSpider is better than throw bags and rescue disks
- The benefit of rapid water rescue device redeployment
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Chris Albert, the general manager of Fortress Marine Anchors, rejoined PartsVu Xchange Talks Boating to discuss more advanced anchoring topics.
If you missed our Basics of Anchoring a Boat episode - check it out.
In this advanced boat anchoring episode, we discussed:
- Types of anchor materials
- Secondary anchoring configurations
- Adjusting anchor flukes
- Riding out a storm at anchor
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Rigging Specialist Sean Clayton joined PartsVu Xchange Talks Boating to discuss the ins and outs of rigging and outfitting a boat with gadgets, accessories, and necessities that can take boating and fishing to the next level.
Sean is a seasoned angler with four years of experience on the Clemson Bass Fishing team. Sean is preparing to hit the professional tournament scene in the upcoming year while concurrently working at Palmetto Boat Center as a Rigging Specialist. Palmetto Boat Center is regarded as the largest stand-alone dealer in the United States and is widely recognized as one of the top repair and rigging companies in the country.
We discussed:
- Boat rigging priorities.
- Shallow water anchors.
- Graph technology.
- Charging systems.
- Lithium vs. lead batteries.
- Jackplates
- Carpet vs. SeaDek
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Turner Burwick with Star brite joined PartsVu Xchange Talks Boating to discuss salt. Specifically, the problems salt causes and how to remove and manage it.
We discussed:
- The problems salt causes
- Select freshwater boaters need to manage salt too
- Methods for removing salt and preventing corrosion
- Salt and marine electronics
- Non-marine salt management applications
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Cody Ryan Greaney joined PartsVu Xchange Talks Boating. Cody is a professional angler and co-host of The Outdoor Zone, the number-one outdoor radio show in Texas. Most importantly, he is a devoted husband and father.
We discussed:
- Cody's upcoming Major League Fishing season
- Changes to MLF's tournament structure
- Tournament strategy for the 2023 season
- The Outdoor Zone
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Chris Albert, the general manager of Fortress Marine Anchors, joined PartsVu Xchange Talks Boating to discuss the basics of anchoring a boat.
Anchoring is one of those tricky areas of boating—it seems really simple, but there is more than meets the eye. A lack of anchoring knowledge can, at best, lead to quite a bit of frustration. At worst, it can be quite dangerous.
We discussed:
- Basic types of anchors
- Anchoring terminology
- The physics of anchoring
- Retrieving an anchor
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Don Morse, founder and president of Autism Anglers, joined PartsVu Xchange Talks Boating to discuss the organization, how it started, and the incredible impact it has had on this condition and the fishing community.
Autism Anglers' mission is to bring awareness and acceptance to autism through the sport of fishing. Their goal is to educate anglers about autism and to use fishing as a calming therapy for those on the autistic spectrum.
We discussed:
● The mission and purpose of Autism Anglers
● Ways to get involved and support the organization
● How to apply to be a part of the program as an autistic angler
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Ryan Kirkpatrick, a sales manager with Precision Sonar, joined PartsVu Xchange Talks Boating to talk about The LEASH. The LEASH is a patented solution that is saving high-speed boaters' lives - folks like tournament anglers and watersports enthusiasts.
The LEASH is a patented solution engineered to reduce the risk of an outboard motor flipping into the cockpit in the event of an underwater collision with a submerged object.
We discussed:
- How The LEASH works and why it is so important
- Why tournament anglers and other boaters are turning to The LEASH
- The danger of hitting a submerged object
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Carl Blackwell, the former president of Discover Boating and a recent boating industry innovation judge, joined PartsVu Xchange Talks Boating to discuss the state of boating and industry trends.
We discussed:
- Interest in boating post-pandemic
- Growth in the very big and very small
- Technology-driven boating experiences
- Growth of boat clubs
- Growth in the size and utilization of outboard engines
- Electric boats/electric boat motors
- Interesting/favorite products
Some of the products and technologies we mentioned in this episode include:
The Leash
Dock D-Fender
Hydro Spider
Angler Armor
Siren Marine
Seakeeper
Mercury Avator 7.5e Electric Engine
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Jerron Wosel, the President at YakGear joined PartsVu Xchange Talks Boating to talk about areas for more experienced kayak anglers to think about to upgrade the performance and comfort of their kayaks.
YakGear is an industry-leading supplier of kayak equipment, paddle sports accessories, and boat mounting accessories.
We discussed:
- Where the sport of kayak fishing is heading
- Best opportunities for more experienced kayak anglers to improve the performance and comfort of their kayaks
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PartVu Xchange Talks Boating spoke with Ashley Deming, the Director of Education and Administration for the Michigan Maritime Museum about the museum’s role in bringing the history of the Great Lakes alive. Their new exhibit, Full Steam Ahead: The Golden Age of Great Lakes Passenger Steamships provides a view into an era that not many people know much about.
The Michigan Maritime Museum is located in South Haven, Michigan. It is one of the Great Lakes’ best destinations to experience freshwater, marine heritage with both on and off-the-water exhibits.
During this episode, we discussed:
- Overview of the Michigan Maritime Museum
- New exhibit—The Golden Age of Passenger Steam Ships
- History of the Great Lakes passenger steam ships and the role they played
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Professional bass angler, Garrett Paquette, joined PartsVu Xchange Talks Boating to talk about the difference between competing in Bassmaster Opens versus Bassmaster Elite Series tournaments.
While the goal is the same across the two tournament series - the five biggest fish each day - the strategies for succeeding within the two tournament trails are quite different.
Garrett breaks down the differences and discusses his preferences. He also looks forward to the 2023 season, including some tournament rule changes that will be quite impactful.
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Jerron Wosel, the President at YakGear joined PartsVu Xchange Talks Boating to talk about things for beginner kayak anglers to think about when outfitting their kayaks.
Kayak fishing was growing rapidly in popularity well before the pandemic, but as everyone was looking for outdoor activities during the pandemic, the sport exploded. There are a lot of newer kayak anglers out there and the numbers are growing by the day.
YakGear is an industry-leading supplier of kayak equipment, paddle sports accessories, and boat mounting accessories.
We discussed:
- Why kayak fishing is becoming so popular.
- Outfitting basics - paddle, safety, anchoring, tackle organization, rod organization, and more.
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Matt Adams. a tournament bass angler from Lexington, Tennessee joined PartsVu Xchange Talks Boating again. This time we talk about his view on marine electronics.
During this episode, we discussed:
- Matt's electronics set up
- His view on marine electronics technology selection decisions
- His view on using marine electronics
- Tournament controversy
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Bob Denison, the President and Founder of Denison Yachting, joined PartsVu Xchange Talks Boating to discuss how yachting is a bit more accessible than first meets the eye.
Megayachts that cost staggering amounts of money might receive much of the attention in the yachting world. However, it is possible to yacht much more affordably.
In this episode, we discussed:
- Affordable yachting - what are we really talking about?
- Finding a quality yacht on the lower end of the budget
- What to look out for when buying a used yacht
- Accessible yacht charters
- How skilled yacht brokers can be excellent resources
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Eric Hahn, the Director of Sales and Marketing at Star brite joined PartsVu Xchange Talks Boating.
Star brite is a leading manufacturer of cleaning and care products, engine maintenance products for boats, as well as automotive and RVs.
This episode addresses the science behind marine fuel management. In short, how to maintain fuel in your boat during the season when you are actively using your boat and how to safely store your boat from a fuel management perspective.
We discussed:
- Fuel management considerations when a boat is being actively used
- Challenges of ethanol gasoline
- How REC-90 fuel is different than the fuels of decades past
- Importance of proper fuel treatment during storage periods
- Ways to reverse some fuel system problems
- Star brite's new Star Tron Stabilizer+ Fuel Storage product
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Brian Fox, the founder of Angler Armor joined PartsVu Xchange Talks Boating.
Brian lives in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, and is a retired firefighter who enjoys the outdoors, especially being around water and is also a gadget guy who loves electronics.
He saw the increasing problem of marine theft. Boats, motors, rods and reels, electronics being stolen. So, he decided to use his love of electronics to do something about it.
During the episode, we discussed:
- How many boats are stolen each year
- How many boats are recovered
- Other marine theft - rods, reels, engines, electronics
- Challenges with boat theft prevention currently on the market
- How Angler Armor works and how it goes a long way toward preventing theft
To learn more about Angler Armor - visit https://www.anglerarmor.us/
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Jeff Queen, co-founder of Dock D-Fender joined PartsVu Xchange Talks Boating to discuss the latest innovation in docking.
Jeff is from Catawba, North Carolina. He's an engineer by trade but started Queen Tackle a handful of years ago as his son KJ Queen became serious about his fishing career, first in college. KJ is now a professional angler fishing the Bass Master Elite series.
Jeff loves to take a product idea and figure out how to make it work, then make it better.
During the episode, we discussed:
- Common docking challenges
- How Dock D-Fender works and solves common docking challenges
- Problems with many docking solutions on the market
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High school senior, Drew Bradstreet, joined PartsVu Xchange Talks Boating.
Drew and his brother, Kamden, recently had a very successful showing at the 2022 Abu Garcia Bassmaster High School National Championship, which was held on Lake Hartwell in South Carolina.
In the episode, we discussed:
- What caused Drew to become so fascinated by bass fishing
- How the 2022 Abu Garcia Bassmaster High School National Championship tournament went and some of the things he learned
- Structure of high school clubs and how these clubs are feeding professional fishing
- Some of the ways Drew continues to learn and develop his skills as an angler
- His view on fishing electronics
- Advice for kids (and their parents) interested in competitive fishing.
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Captain Frank Lecardo, the Owner of the Naples School of Boating, joined PartsVu Exchange Talks Boating to discuss the aftermath of Hurricane Ian, specifically, the impact on small businesses in the region.
Frank lives and works in the Naples, Florida area, one of the areas hit very hard by Hurricane Ian.
We discussed:
- The state of Southwest Florida
- The impact on the upcoming season
- The impact on small businesses in the region
- The increased frequency of violent storms
- Insured and uninsured losses
- What we can do to help
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Lance Lehew, the co-founder of Trolling Mate, joined PartsVu Xchange Talks Boating.
As Lance spent more time on time water in recent years, it became obvious to him that the system most offshore anglers use to manage their lures is fraught with a lot of frustration. After trying a number of different solutions to solve the problem, the idea for the Ready Bucket was born!
We discussed:
- The frustrations that led to Trolling Mate's first product, the Ready Bucket.
- Applications the Ready Bucket is designed for
- Lance's favorite places to fish
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PartsVu's co-founder, Mike Newton, joined PartsVu Xchange Talks Boating to discuss winterizing and long-term storage
A lot of people create fairly complicated winterization procedures and there is actually a difference between winterizing and long-term storage.
Basic winterization and preparation for long-term storage are really quite simple. But, there are other steps PartsVu recommends, so we wanted to break it all down for you.
We discussed:
- The difference between winterizing and long-term storage
- Steps needed to winterize and long-storage
- Winterizing steps for sterndrive engines
- Best way to store marine batteries
- Protecting your boat from the elements and from unwelcomed critters
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Jason Bradstreet recently attended ICAST, which is an industry-only exposition for the sportfishing industry. In fact, I think it is the largest sportsfishing trade event in the world.
Since ICAST is not open to the public, Jason agreed to share some of the things we learned and saw at the event.
Jason grew up fishing tournaments with his Dad, who was a well-known Central Florida Bass Guide and tournament angler. His family loves to fish, and he now serves as a bass fishing coach and captain to my kids, who fish tournaments in the Bass Nation circuit. He also is the publisher of Bassfishinginsider.com and is very involved in the bass tournament scene at both the professional and recreational levels.
Looking for bass fishing news, tips, and information? Head to Bassfishinginsider.com
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Jason Bradstreet joined PartsVu Xchange Talks Boating to discuss the rapid growth in the youth bass fishing circuit.
Jason grew up fishing tournaments with his Dad, who was a well-known Central Florida Bass Guide and tournament angler. His family loves to fish, and he now serves as a bass fishing coach and captain to his kids, who fish tournaments in the Bass Nation circuit. He also is the publisher of Bassfishinginsider.com and is very involved in the bass tournament scene at both the professional and recreational levels.
Two of Jason’s boys are doing quite well on the youth bass fishing circuit, so we wanted to talk to Jason to gain a bit better understanding of the rise of bass tournament fishing among young people.
We discussed:
- What's driving the growth in college, high school, and younger bass tournament participation?
- Advice for parents who have kids interested in getting started on the tournament circuit
- Opportunities for kids who don't have access to a boat or who can't afford the latest and greatest technologies
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Barry Denton, the Division Chief of Marketing for the Coast Guard Auxiliary, and John Saran, the Division Chief of Publication joined PartsVu Xchange Talks Boating.
USCG is one of the oldest organizations within the federal government and is the US military's oldest maritime defense branch. The US Coast Guard Auxiliary is an important part of Team Coast Guard!
We discussed:
- The fascinating history of the US Coast Guard and The US Coast Guard Auxiliary
- The work the US Coast Guard Auxiliary does
- Resources for recreational boaters
- Opportunities to become a member of the US Coast Guard Auxiliary
- How the Auxiliary is organized and led
*Correction Within this episode, it was shared (7:26) that there are currently 26,000 auxiliarists in the USCG Auxiliary. There are, in fact, currently 21,000 auxiliarists.
Explore Joining the US Coast Guard Auxiliary*
The Auxiliary is an incredible organization and an essential part of the function of the United States Coast Guard. Getting involved is easy – check us out at join.cgaux.org.
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Matt Adams joined PartsVu Xchange Talks Boating to talk about balancing his love of bass tournaments with everyday life - especially when things don't go according to plan.
Matt is a bass tournament angler from Lexington, Tennessee which is just off of I-40 smack in the middle between Memphis and Nashville.
Like so many out there in the PartsVu community, Matt works a regular job, lives a life many of us can relate to, and he loves to fish bass tournaments.
Plenty of anglers try to make their mark at a professional level, obviously, some succeed, and some don’t. But I wanted to talk with Matt to discuss how he prepares for tournaments given that he has a lot of other responsibilities in his life and how manages himself during tournaments, particularly when things are not going according to plan.
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McKenzie Mungai, a naturalist for PacWhale Eco-Adventures, joined PartsVu Xchange Talks Boating to offer an update on the health of the Pacific marine environment.
PacWhale Eco-Adventures is an arm of the Pacific Whale Foundation that offers excursions like whale watching, snorkeling trips, sunset cruises, and so forth. This arm of the organization basically funds the conservation work of the Pacific Whale Foundation.
We discussed:
- Status of humpback whales
- The species most at risk today
- The interconnectedness of the marine environment
- Fishing industry initiatives to protect the ecosystem
- Things we can learn from native Hawaiian culture
Learn more about the Pacific Whale Foundation by visiting their website.
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PartsVu Xchange Talks Boating talked with Luke Dunkin to step behind the scenes of the professional bass fishing world, discuss some of the advancements in technologies, materials, designs, and techniques circulating among the pros to give recreational bass anglers a bit of a window into what’s out there and what’s coming down the road.
Luke is a former pro bass angler who fished the FLW Tour. Today he is one of the top bass podcasters, is a commentator for the National Professional Fishing League, and has been a sales professional for T-H Marine for more than 17 years.
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Turner Burwick with Star brite joined PartsVu Xchange Talks Boating to discuss the science behind the stains that manifest within the marine environment – both how to remove stains, then how to protect your boat’s surfaces to minimize them in the future.
We discussed:
- The types of stains that manifest
- Science and chemistry behind the different types of stains
- Preventing/reducing future stains
- Protecting our waterways
- Saltwater care
- And more
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Earlier this year, one of PartsVu’s co-founders, Mike Newton, sat down with professional bass angler Garrett Paquette.
They were at Lake Toho right before the Chain of Lakes Bassmaster open tournament. This was the first Bassmaster open of the season and Garrett and Mike talked about the season ahead, the increased interest in bass fishing, and some of the ways Garrett planned to approach the season.
With some of this season now under his belt, Garrett's comments are even more interesting. Is the season going according to plan?
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Phil Stephanuik, Product Engineering Manager at Turning Point Propellers, and Charlie Haimes, a partner with the Haimes Coleman Group, joined PartsVu Xchange Talks Boating to share their boat propeller expertise.
Based in Jacksonville, FL, Turning Point Propellers' mission is to engineer and produce the best performing propeller in every category. Additionally, they are driven to help every boater become a prop expert and provide the tools to help them find the ideal propeller for their boat.
The Haimes Coleman Group is a sales organization made up of highly experienced and knowledgeable marine industry professionals. They represent 20 of the leading brands in the industry, including Turning Point Propellers, and have a fascinating bird's eye view of the market.
Our discussion included:
- Boat propellers' contribution to a boat's performance on the water
- Propellers' fundamental physics - characteristics like cup, rake, pitch, number of blades, etc
- Advanced prop characteristics
- How can boaters best select the propeller that is right for them?
- What should boaters do to best maintain their propellers?
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-Turning Point Propellers’ MasterGuard series hubs carry a lifetime warranty, other specialty hubs like their MasterTorq series carry a [1] year warranty.
-While no two cast stainless steel propellers can be exactly identical compared to props produced using a CNC manufacturing process, Turning Point Propellers have industry-leading consistency from propeller to propeller due to their highly automated manufacturing processes.
Turning Point Propellers Resources
Turning Point Propeller website
Turning Point Prop Wizard - prop selection tool, most accurate prop selection tool in the industry
Turning Point Propeller YouTube Channel
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PartsVu Xchange Talks Boating had the chance to talk with Frank Gidus, the Director of Habitat and Environmental Restoration for CCA Florida.
Frank has had a long career in environmental services and brought that experience and expertise to CCA Florida. Since Frank’s hire in 2015, CCA Florida has dramatically increased its habitat restoration work.
We discussed:
- What habit restoration is and the importance of the work
- How the marine habitat has become so damaged
- CCA Florida’s marquee habitat restoration initiatives
- Artificial reef development
- Broward County Oyster Restoration Study
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We continued our conversation about the Great Loop with Bill Andrews, who completed the Loop in 2020. Bill, his wife, family, and friends had a great time transversing the Great Loop over 5 years. Bill loves history, and there is so much fascinating history along the way.
We discussed:
- The places that were most fascinating from personal enjoyment and historical perspectives
- How he approached completing the Loop
- Type of boat/equipment needed
- Advice for those considering tackling the Loop
The Great Loop Journey in Photos
Click to download the picture book - America's Great Loop & New England.
Resources:
The Great Loop Map
America’s Great Loop Cruisers’ Association
Facebook Group: The Great Loop
Facebook Group: Great Loopers
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Boaters are especially at risk of skin cancer and other problems caused by too much sun exposure. We're all quite familiar with sunscreen as a sun protection tool, but advancements in the sun protective clothing category offer boaters and lovers of the outdoors a new set of solutions.
Jackson Burnett, the president of Vapor Elemental Wear, joined PartsVu Xchange Talks Boating to discuss:
- Doesn't all clothing protect you from the sun?
- How is sun protective fabric made?
- Why sunscreen might be preventing anglers from catching as many fish as possible?
- What’s the difference between SPF and UPF?
- Does sun-protective clothing require special laundering?
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Monica Pepe from the Whale and Dolphin Conservation or WDC joined PartsVu Xchange Talks Boating for a really important conversation about protecting both Atlantic whales and other marine life and protecting people and boats. Monica works on WDC’s safe boating programs as a Policy Manager.
We discussed:
- An overview of WDC's work
- The challenges of recreational boaters co-existing with whales and other marine life
- Signs whales are in the area
- What to do when a recreational boater spots a whale
- How to best help whales in distress
- Things recreational boaters can do to help protect whales & dolphins
Reporting Marine Mammals in Distress
- 1-866-755-6622 for ME-VA
- 1-877-WHALE-HELP for NC-FL a
- Radio the USCG
Resources
Course on boater safety around whales can be found at seeaspout.org.
Connect with WDC
https://us.whales.org/
Facebook - @uswhalesorg
Twitter - @whales_org
Instagram - @whales_org
TikTok - @whales_org
YouTube - WDC North America
Any suggestions for additional ways we can connect with the recreational boating community can be emailed to contact@whales.org
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This episode's guest, Kirk Deeter, is a Vice President at Trout Unlimited and is the Editor-in-Chief for Trout, Trout Unlimited's quarterly magazine. He is also an editor-at-large for Field & Stream magazine, and just some of the places his stories have appeared over the years in addition to Trout and Field and Stream include Garden & Gun, The Drake, Fly Rod & Reel, Fly Fisherman, Big Sky Journal, and Salt Water Sportsman. He's also written or co-authored numerous books.
Kirk has extensive trout fishing experience and shared his tips for trout anglers at all experience levels looking to improve. He also shared some of his favorite trout fishing destinations.
Trout Unlimited's Mission
Trout Unlimited is dedicated to Fishing. Conservation. Community. They believe in bringing all parties to the table to find proactive solutions that meet the challenges facing coldwater fisheries. They work to protect important habitats, reconnect degraded waterways and restore trout populations.
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David Rose, Director of Sales at Bennett Marine, Connor Bluhm, an Account Manager at Bennett Marine, and Charlie Haimes, a partner with the Haimes Coleman Group joined PartsVu Xchange Talks Boating for a great discussion about trim tabs.
Based in Deerfield Beach, FL, Bennett Marine is a leader in trim tab innovation. The Haimes Coleman Group is a sales organization made up of highly experienced and knowledgeable marine industry professionals. They represent 20 of the leading brands in the industry, including Bennett Marine, and have a fascinating birds-eye view of the market.
In this episode we discuss:
- Fundamentals of trim tabs
- Benefits of trim tabs
- Trim tab control systems
- Aftermarket upgrade opportunities
- Selecting the best trim tab system for the application
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Video: Trim Tab Basics
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PartsVu Xchange Talks Boating had the honor of spending some time with Erika Almond - a woman of many talents.
Erika is the owner of Offshore Therapy based in St. Petersburg, FL. She’s a fishing and boating subject matter expert particularly focused on helping women gain experience and confidence on the water. She directs fishing tournaments in the St. Pete area, including the Suncoast Ladies Classic, a women’s only tournament. She also co-hosts Livin’ the Water Life, a weekly show on CarbonTV.
Erika also made headlines when she and a group of friends had a very, very interesting great white encounter in January 2021.
In this episode, we discussed:
- The details of her great white shark encounter
- Making space for women in competitive fishing
- The Suncoast Ladies Classic - a women's only tournament
- How the marine industry benefits by women becoming more involved in the sport of fishing
Erika's great white shark encounter (Fox 13 Tampa Bay)
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Are you familiar with The Great Loop and the tens of thousands of passionate boaters who accomplish this journey? PartsVu Xchange Talks Boating has connected with a number of Greater Loopers, and we will be sharing these conversations with you over the upcoming weeks and months,
Mike O'Malley kicks off The Great Loop conversation in this fun and informative discussion.
In this episode, we discussed:
- The geographical parameters of the route
- Different approaches for tackling The Great Loop
- Traveling alone vs. buddy boats
- Favorite parts of the journey
- Type of boat/equipment needed
- Advice for boaters interested in completing The Great Loop
Resources:
The Great Loop Map
America’s Great Loop Cruisers’ Association
Facebook Group: The Great Loop
Facebook Group: Great Loopers
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PartsVu Xchange Talks Boating sat down with Captain Leiza Fitzgerald, the CCA Florida STAR Competition Director.
The Florida STAR Competition combines technology and the love of fishing, with the excitement of winning cash, prizes, and scholarships. The competition also gathers critically important catch data that fuels the work of many organizations and academic teams working to maintain and improve the health of Florida's waterways and fish populations.
In this episode, we discuss:
- The format and structure of the Florida STAR Competition
- How the data captured throughout the STAR competition contributes to the conservation work Florida CCA performs and supports
- The competition's unique trash collection division
- Youth and family engagement
This year's Florida STAR Competition runs from May 28 - September 5, and there will be more than $500,000 in cash and prizes. Visit Florida's Star Competition's website for more information and to register.
Visit the Florida CCA website for more information about the organization and to learn more about membership benefits.
Check out the redfish release event video.
The CCA or Coastal Conservation Association was created in 1977 after drastic commercial overfishing along the Texas coast had decimated redfish and speckled trout populations.
While the CCA started with just 14 concerned folks coming together, today, the CCA is a national organization with more than 125,000 members, and they currently have active chapters in 17 states.
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Captain Kevin Lanier is a highly experienced charter captain, very fun to talk to, and tells it like it is. In this episode of PartsVu Xchange Talks Boating, host Tonia Becker asks ranging questions and gets some fun and surprising answers.
After withstanding the stress of being an air traffic controller for more than 30 years, Captain Kevin Lanier decided to live his true passion and launched KC Sport Fishing. The company operates out of Port Saint Joe and Mexico Beach, Florida, and conducts fishing charters, cruises, including sunset cruises and captain’s services. Captain Kevin holds a Master 50-ton Captain's license from the US Coast Guard. He’s an experienced Charter Captain with many hours on the water and is certified to operate towing vessels.
We discussed:
- The most unusual request he has gotten as a captain
- Battle of the sexes - are men or women better anglers?
- Most interesting thing he's seen on the water
- Number one questions clients ask
- What people should know about the etiquette of chartering
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This episode's guest, Kirk Deeter, is a Vice President at Trout Unlimited and is the Editor-in-Chief for Trout, Trout Unlimited's quarterly magazine. He is also an editor-at-large for Field & Stream magazine, and just some of the places his stories have appeared over the years in addition to Trout and Field and Stream include Garden & Gun, The Drake, Fly Rod & Reel, Fly Fisherman, Big Sky Journal, and Salt Water Sportsman. He's also written or co-authored numerous books.
We discussed the state of our coldwater fisheries, including:
- Trout Unlimited's conservation work
- The coldwater fisheries that are the most challenged
- Managing the sometimes conflicting interests of landowners, government agencies, non-profits, municipalities, and other stakeholders
- How anglers can get involved and help
Trout Unlimited's Mission
Trout Unlimited is dedicated to Fishing. Conservation. Community. They believe in bringing all parties to the table to find proactive solutions that meet the challenges facing coldwater fisheries. They work to protect important habitats, reconnect degraded waterways and restore trout populations.
Learn more about Trout Unlimited, including the benefits of membership by visiting tu.org.Check out books by or co-authored by Kirk Deeter.
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Karl Neiger, a Yamaha Outboard Repower Specialist at Central Marine in St. Petersburg, Florida, joined PartsVu Xchange Talks Boating for a Yamaha update.
As the largest Yamaha outboard repower dealer in the US, Karl and the rest of the Central Marine team are very knowledgeable about all things Yamaha - new technology and they have been in the center of the action collaborating with Yamaha to work through the supply chain challenges that are plaguing every industry, including the marine industry.
We discussed:
- Update on what Karl and Central Marine are seeing in terms of the state of the Yamaha supply chain
- Recent Yamaha technology updates
- The amazing custom paint jobs - cowlings and full engines - Central Marine has the opportunity to see, given their position as a repower specialist.
Check out the Instagram post we worked with Karl to put together. 10 amazing Yamaha outboard paint jobs. You can find that post here.
If you are in the market for a new Yamaha outboard, contact Karl and follow him on Instagram.
@yamaha7man
Phone: 727-709-1026
Email: karl_neiger@centralmarineservice.com
If you are in the St. Petersburg, FL area, consider checking out Central Marine. They offer new and used boats, and of course, awesome service. They are Yamaha, Cobia, Jupiter, Parker, and WorldCat dealers.
Central Marine website
Central Marine Facebook
Central Marine Instagram
Central Marine YouTube
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Cole Smith, Aftermarket Sales Specialist at Uflex USA, and Charlie Haimes, a partner with the Haimes Coleman Group, joined us for a great conversation about hydraulic steering systems.
Based in Sarasota, FL, Uflex USA is a leader in steering and control systems for the marine industry. The Haimes Coleman Group is a sales organization made up of highly experienced and knowledgeable marine industry professionals. They represent 20 of the leading brands in the industry, including Uflex, and have a fascinating birdseye view of the market.
We talked about:
- How hydraulic steering systems work
- Opportunities to upgrade the mechanical steering systems of smaller or older powerboats
- Differences among hydraulic steering systems
- Suggestions for picking the right steering system for your boat
- Recent and upcoming Uflex product and technology introductions
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Captain Frank Lecardo, the Owner and an instructor at the Naples School of Boating, is back with us!
As the snowbird season started ramping up in South Florida, we were again reminded how different boating in other parts of the country is—many boaters don’t know the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) rules of the road.
New retirees arrive in Florida after years of boating on smaller lakes in the Midwest or bodies of water without much traffic. They’re excited to boat Florida’s waters but have a bit of a rude awakening.
We not only recorded this podcast episode, but we created USCG Rules of the Road— Guide to Navigating Our Waterways.This guide contains a text version of the information contained in this podcast, as well as three graphic resources:
- Rules of the Road—Navigation Markers
- Rules of the Road—Right of Way
- Rules of the Road—Boating at Night
Click here to access USCG Rules of the Road— Guide Navigating Our Waterways.
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Tommie Robinson is a tournament bass angler with over 25 years of experience. He recently joined PartsVu Xchange Talks Boating for a fascinating discussion and we had such a good talk that we broke it into two parts - this is Part 2.
If you missed Part 1, go back and check it out, it's worth a listen.
Tommie has qualified for several regional events throughout his years on the tournament circuit. He has participated in tournaments such as the FLW Tour, Bassmaster’s Opens, FLW Series, and The Michigan and Mississippi BFL.
He also has some fascinating perspectives working within the marine industry but outside of the realm of fishing. Most notably, he is a former fishery research technician and is even a certified outboard mechanic.
His scientific understanding of fish, their behaviors, and their habitats learned as a fishery research technician has given him an advantage in his professional fishing career.
In this episode, we discussed:
- Debunking a very common fishing myth
- Favorite things about tournament fishing and how he perfects his craft
- Bass boat and engine details
- Advice for those interested in getting started in tournament fishing
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Tommie Robinson is a tournament bass angler with over 25 years of experience. He recently joined PartsVu Xchange Talks Boating for a fascinating discussion and we had such a good talk that we broke it into two parts - this is Part 1.
Tommie has qualified for several regional events throughout his years on the tournament circuit. He has participated in tournaments such as the FLW Tour, Bassmaster’s Opens, FLW Series, and The Michigan and Mississippi BFL.
He also has some fascinating perspectives working within the marine industry but outside of the realm of fishing. Most notably, he is a former fishery research technician and is even a certified outboard mechanic.
His scientific understanding of fish, their behaviors, and their habitats learned as a fishery research technician has given him an advantage in his professional fishing career.
We discussed:
- The difference between marine conservation and marine management
- Some of the things marine management organizations get right, and some of the things they get wrong
- How he got his start as a tournament, and ultimately a pro angler
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Tonia Becker, the host of PartsVu Xchange Talks Boating, sat down with Philip Osborne and Mike Newton—the founders of PartsVu.
We wanted to say thank you to the PartsVu community—all of our customers, PartsVu Xchange Talks Boating podcasts listeners, the nearly 300,000 of you who read articles and resources our PartsVu Xchange blog this year, and those of you who follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
Additionally, we wanted to look back at this past year and look ahead to PartsVu's plans for 2022.
We discussed:
- The state of the marine industry supply chain and what we expect in 2022
- Ways PartsVu has weathered the supply chain challenges as best as possible
- Leading marine industry trends and favorite new products
- PartsVu plans for 2022 - what's new
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Taking delivery of a new boat is exciting for any boater or angler. This is certainly the case for Garrett Paquette, a professional angler who just closed out his 2021 season competing within the Bassmaster Elite Series.
Tonia Becker, the host of PartsVu Xchange Talks boating, takes you behind the scenes with Garrett as he prepares to take delivery of his new boat. He walks us through his new configuration and points out some of the new technologies he'll have onboard.
We discussed:
- Why Garrett really likes the Bass Cat Cougar FTD
- The performance of his Mercury 250 Pro XS
- His new Humminbird electronics configurations
- Tricks for wiring boat electronics for better performance and more dependability
- His Minn Kota trolling motor and shallow water anchoring system set up
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Jeff Perez is an avid kayak angler in South Florida and is the man behind Project Reel. Project Reel is a YouTube channel dedicated to fishing, gear reviews, and how-tos.
Tonia Becker, the host of PartsVu Xchange Talks Boating, talks with Jeff about the ins and outs of fishing Florida waters in his kayak, including his love of accessing remote waters that would be impossible to reach in a powerboat.
In this episode, we discuss:
- The types of waterways Jeff commonly fishes
- Rigging his kayak
- Differences between powerboat and kayak fishing
- The mission behind Project Reel
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Shannon Dutruch is a bow angler from Husser Louisiana. PartsVu Xchange Talks Boating host, Tonia Becker, talks with Shannon about how she got started bow fishing (hint: she placed second in the state of Louisiana within a recurve bow archery competition). Shannon also discusses what she loves about the sport and advice to those interested in giving it a try.
Interestingly, bow fishing is one of the fastest-growing outdoor sports. It makes sense why people would like it because it is a fascinating marriage of bowhunting and being out on the water fishing.
In this episode, we discuss:
- How Shannon got started bow fishing
- Pretty funny techniques she uses to practice at home
- The all-important gear
- Advice for those interested in getting started
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Hi, this is Tonia Becker, the host for PartsVu Xchange Boating - a weekly podcast where we talk with fascinating people across the marine world.
This podcast is for you if you love boating, fishing, and being out on the water. My guests have recently included a surf shark fishing guide, marine electronics experts, insights from a Bassmaster Elite Series angler, marine safety experts, and representatives from leading boat manufacturers.
So follow along by subscribing here on Facebook, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, iHeart Radio, Tune In, and Sticher.
To whet your appetite a little, here's an episode featuring Captain Mike Roy where he discusses catching big fish on light tackle on the Connecticut River and Long Island Sound.
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Fishing from the shore on the Bolivar Peninsula, how hard can it be? All you need is a fishing rod and a few minnows, right? Wrong.
As it turns out, surf fishing for big game fish like shark, redfish (or bull reds), black drum, stingray, Spanish mackerel is a bit more complicated.
Cody Davis, owner and a guide with Green Tide Surf Fishing, based in Crystal Beach, Texas shares a bit about the ins and outs, as well as the excitement, of surf fishing.
In this episode, we discuss:
- The craft of surf fishing and technology advancements that have changed the short
- Skills needed
- Seasonality in the Bolivar Peninsula
- Bait strategy
- Recent record-setting shark catches
- Project Keep. Release.
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In this episode of PartsVu Xchange Talks Boating, we are joined by Captain Frank Lecardo, the Owner and an instructor at the Naples School of Boating.
We talked about the ins and outs of EPIRBs, related emergency communications technologies like PLBs and AIS technology. Most importantly, some thoughts on how to select what is right for your needs.
In this episode, we discussed:
- What an EPRIB is, generally how it works
- What are the differences between an EPIRB and PLB?
- How does AIS fit into the marine safety communications mix?
- Selecting technology for your needs.
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In Southwest Florida and looking for on-the-water training?? Check out the Naples School of Boating.Want more information about the technical details and history of the system/network EPIRBs and PLB operate on? Visit these websites - really interesting.
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https://www.cospas-sarsat.int/en/
In this episode of PartsVu Xchange Talks Boating, we talk with Justin Bourque and Matthew Bongi of Seachoice.
We dedicated the episode to boating safety products. Specifically, we discuss an overview of what different boaters should have aboard their vessels based on the types of boating they are doing and, in other cases, the types of boats they have.
We chatted about safety products in general but focused on personal flotation devices (PFDs) because boaters often have many questions.
We discussed:
- An overview of required and recommended safety items for near-shore and offshore boating
- Breakdown of PFD classifications
- Considerations for child PFDs
- Inflatable PFD applications and US Coast Guard considerations
- PFDs meeting both US and Canadian requirements
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In this episode of PartsVu Xchange Talks Boating talks with Phil Maiorano, the founder of Hook’d Fishing Gear.
Phil is an avid angler and launched Hook’d Fishing Gear to provide stylish sun protective clothing to his fellow anglers.
In this episode, we discuss:
- Fishing in the northeast
- Difference between sunblock and sun-protective clothing
- Why anglers need both sunblock and sun-protective clothing
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In this episode of PartsVu Xchange Talks Boating, host Tonia Becker talks with Captain Mike Roy.
Captain Mike Roy is the founder and operator of Reel Cast Charters, a fishing charter based out of Connecticut. Reel Cast Charters specializes in fishing for striper on the Connecticut River and Long Island Sound—a lot of big fish on light tackle.
In this episode, we discuss:
- Northeast fall fishing tips
- Fishing seasons in Connecticut and the New England region as a whole
- Boats and Suzuki outboard engines Reel Cast Charters operate
- Some of the most rewarding aspects of growing his charter business
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If you are thinking about buying a boat, this will come as no shock, but boats are expensive. For most people, the decision shouldn't be taken lightly.
PartsVu Xchange Talks Boating host, Tonia Becker, sat down Chris Judd, a senior salesperson at Naples Boat Mart in Naples, Florida. Chris has been in the marine industry for more than 29 years, so he was a perfect person to talk about longstanding considerations and some recent changes to boat buying due to supply chain challenges.
In this episode, we discuss:
- How the pandemicand resulting supply chain challenges have changed boat buying in the short term
- Thinking through the commitment of boat ownership and the best boat for a buyer's use
- Familiarizing yourself with the boat you buy
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A special thanks to Chris Judd and Naples Boat Mart. If you are in Southwest Florida and are in the market for a new or used boat, or need a marine service partner, consider Naples Boat Mart. You can find them on the web at www.naplesboatmart.com
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Grady-White is well known in the marine industry for being dedicated to the Ultimate Boating Experience. For Grady-White, this ultimate experience is rooted in safety, knowledge, and comfort.
PartsVu Xchange Talks Boating host, Tonia Becker, sat down with Shelley Tubaugh, the Vice President of Marketing, and Christian Carraway, a Product Designer for Grady-White, to unpack what the Ultimate Boating Experience means. Additionally, they discuss how a long tradition of engineering and craftsmanship, coupled with developing technology, is creating many exciting advancements.
In this episode, we discuss:
- How technology is helping to manage the complexity of boating
- What does an integrated boating experience mean to Grady-White?
- Knowledge sharing tools like Captain Grady
- Grady-White and marine safety
- Thoughts about upcoming advancements in marine technology
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Fall is one of the best fishing seasons in the Great Lakes region, so we dedicated this episode to discussing fall and late fall fishing in the Upper Midwest. We primarily focused our conversation on bass, walleye, and other species commonly pursued in the region.
Garrett Paquette, a professional angler competing within the Bassmaster Elite Series, and Andy Smolen, part of a three-man team active in the Michigan Walleye Tour tournament series, join PartsVu host Tonia Becker for the conversation.
In this episode, we discuss:
* Changing target species behaviors
* Changing bait fish behaviors
* Bait strategies
* Fall tournament fishing scene
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There is incredible diversity in seriousness, investment, and skill levels across the fishing tournament landscape. This complexity can be a little intimidating to some anglers newer to the tournament scene. Today's conversation provides some insights for anglers sitting on the sidelines wondering how to get started.
PartsVu Xchange Talks Boating host, Tonia Becker, sat down with Jason Land, Founder of Foothills Marine Tournament Trail, to discuss tournament fishing, what he loves about it, and how to get started.
In this episode, we discuss:
- Ways to get started if you are new to the tournament scene
- An overview of the Foothills Marine Tournament Trail
- What's driving increased interest in participating in fishing tournaments
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Yamaha's approach to outboard and marine technology has been fascinating as there has been a lot of focus on creating a much more integrated boating experience. The recent launch of the MyYamahaOutboards app and the evolution of Helm Master are just a couple of examples.
PartsVu Xchange Talks Boating hosts sat down with Scott Hersey, a district manager at Yamaha motor corporation, to find out the latest ways Yamaha outboard technology is transforming the experience of boating and boat ownership.
In this episode, we discuss:
- How the MyYamahaOutboards app is improving the Yamaha outboard ownership experience
- The future of marine technology
- How Helm Master is evolving and providing an increasingly integrated experience for boaters
- Trends in marine outboard technology
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Garrett Paquette, a professional angler competing within the Bassmaster Elite Series, and Neil Kempf, the Electronics Specialist at Naples Boat Mart, offer two very different marine electronics perspectives.
For the Bassmaster Elite Series and tournament fishing in general, having state-of-the-art electronics is often essential for being competitive. Offshore saltwater fishing offers an entirely different set of challenges. However, in both cases, safety is a number one concern, in addition to fun and productive days fishing.
In this episode, we discuss:
- Determining the specific boating electronics that fit your needs
- Recent advancements within the marine technology landscape
- Marine electronics brand preferences and strengths
- Boating electronics configurations
- Targeting specific species with predictive technologies
- And much more
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Captain Frank Lecardo, the Owner and an instructor at the Naples School of Boating, and Phil Osborne, General Manager at Naples Boat Mart, join PartsVu Xchange Talks Boating to discuss some of the things newer boaters and new boat owners need to think about.
Growth in outdoor recreational activities skyrocketed in 2020 - 310,000 new powerboats were sold - a 13-year high in new boat sales. This growth has been great but has caused some major challenges, including a lot more boat accidents.
This episode discusses issues boaters, especially newer boaters, need to think about including:
- Important skills new boaters need to learn right away
- Launch procedures
- Docking
- Night boating
- Coast Guard regulations
- Couple of funny stories
If you are in Southwest Florida and are looking for on-water boat training, visit the Naples School of Boating at https://naplesschoolofboating.com/.
Looking for a new or used boat or service for your boat, Naples Boat Mart has been serving the Southwest Florida community for decades. https://www.naplesboatmart.com/
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