High-Tech Gadgets for Boaters
We all (well, most of us anyway) like cool, high-tech gadgets, but what about nifty advancements for boaters and some Premium Tennis Racquets for those tennis aficionados? Well, hold on to your captain’s hat because there some very interesting gadgets out there for both boaters and tennis players! The Seakeeper 2 offers gyroscopic stabilization, which […]
Need a Fishing Guide? There Are Lots Around!
There’s something fishy going on in New Smyrna Beach…in a good way. Under blissful blue skies and at the edge of pristine beaches, New Smyrna Beach – which is nearly surrounded by water – is a fisherman’s paradise. New Smyrna Beach is basically a barrier island with the Atlantic Ocean to the north and more […]
Learn About New Smyrna Beach Tides
So many things can determine the success of a fishing trip, but none are more important than the tide. Knowing how to determine the tides can help you become a better fisherman. Rising and falling tides get bait fish moving and larger game fish follow. Fish also use tides to carry them to and from […]
Don’t Miss the 2019 Christmas Boat Parade in New Smyrna Beach!
New Smyrna Beach is a charming beachside town full of history and rich in traditions. One terrific New Smyrna Beach tradition is our Christmas parade…and we not only have one by land, we have one by sea! The New Smyrna Beach Christmas Boat Parade is a wonderful annual tradition that you have to experience. As […]
Best Fishing Honey Holes In and Around New Smyrna Beach
New Smyrna Beach is surrounded by water on three sides, making it a fisherman’s dream. It’s a place where there are plenty of great spots to fish and plenty of great ways to do it. Sight fishing is popular in the winter months on the Indian River grass flats and Mosquito Lagoon, where redfish run […]
Gerry’s Marina Provides Financing for up to 20 Years
Want to buy a great boat, but just can’t seem to get the cash together right now? That may no longer be a problem. Did you know that Gerry’s Marina in New Smyrna Beach provides financing for up to 12 years on certain boats? That’s right! You can purchase a 2019 Stumpnocker 174 Skiff Tiller […]
Why We Should Obey Speed Limits on the Water
Do you have a need for speed? If you do, you are going to want to keep that in check while you are operating a boat. Speed limits on the water are put in place for a number of very good reasons. One of the most important reasons to obey posted speed limits is to […]
Why Owning a Boat is Smarter than Renting One
There are pros to renting a boat, like you don’t have to pay a bunch of money up front to buy it, you don’t have to take care of it and you don’t have to worry about storing it in the off season; but here’s a thought…Florida’s weather is so temperate, there really is no […]
Requirements for Boat Ownership in New Smyrna Beach
Beware boat owners! There are a few things you need to take care of when you get a boat. Florida state law requires a wearable or personal flotation device for all those aboard your vessel, and any children under six or those being towed behind your vessel must be wearing one. All boats with motors […]
New Smyrna Beach Big Events in 2018
New Smyrna Beach has a charming, small-town appeal with a big appetite for incredible events… We ring in the New Year with a spectacular fireworks display. Then, choice chowder chefs line both sides of Flagler Avenue to compete in a culinary cook-off during NSB’s January Chowder Festival. The Annual Festival of the Arts – with […]
Know Your Boat Before Taking Her Out for a Spin
A boat owner is responsible for the safety of his passengers, as well as others within the waterway, so knowing your way around your boat before you ever leave the dock is imperative. It’s vital to safe boating, fishing and towing. Overloading your boat with too many passengers or too much gear can lead to […]
What Fish You Can Expect to Catch in Florida Waters
With deep water just off the coast and hundreds of miles of river that is home to a thriving ecosystem, Florida is a fisherman’s dream come true. Florida’s Intracoastal Waterway encompasses some of the state’s most productive waterways. Abundant with mangroves and weed lines, it attracts bait species such as menhaden, shrimp and crabs…and great […]
