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HOLIDAY GIFT AND STOCKING STUFFER GUIDE FOR BOATERS AND AVID ANGLERS
SEE PAGE 14 CALIFORNIA BOATING NEWS SINCE 1971
NO. 1245
NOVEMBER 8 - NOVEMBER 21, 2024
PREDICTWIND PARTNERS WITH IMOCA TO PROVIDE CUTTINGEDGE WEATHER TECHNOLOGY FOR VENDÉE GLOBE 2024, ENHANCING SAILOR PERFORMANCE AND FAN ENGAGEMENT
VAMOS A PESCAR GRANT: ENCOURAGING FISHING, BOATING, AND AQUATIC STEWARDSHIP ACROSS CALIFORNIA
SHELTER ISLAND BOAT LAUNCH REPAIRS SET TO BEGIN: WHY MAINTENANCE MATTERS FOR BOATERS
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hether you’re an experienced captain or a weekend sailor, understanding the impacts of bad weather on boating and the importance of real-time weather data is essential for a safe journey. P. 8
BIZARRE FACTS: PART 1 — DOES RAIN AFFECT OFFSHORE DEEP-SEA FISHING?
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hen it comes to fishing, there are a lot of quirky myths and legends — one question that always seems to pop up when dark clouds roll in is whether rain affects offshore deep-sea fishing. Let’s break it down. P. 3
FAST FACTS: PART 2— SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WHEN FISHING IN THE RAIN
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hile a light drizzle can make fish more active, heavy rain can turn your fun day on the water into a safety hazard. Here are some suggestions on how to stay safe while fishing in the rain — and when it’s time to ditch the rod and reel for a fishing video game indoors. P. 6
BOATYARD GUIDE 2025
THE LOG’S GUIDE TO SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA BOATYARDS
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