by Chris Juall | Aug 11, 2019 | Resources, Travel
The southern Coquina Beach Boat Ramp is perfectly located and offers access to some of the best boating locations in all of Florida.BOATING NIRVANAWhat makes this ramp especially nice, is its proximity to so many beautiful boating locations. Close by, you’ll...
by Chris Juall | Jul 8, 2019 | Boats, Travel
WILL THE BOAT REMAIN IN-WATER OR ON THE TRAILER WHEN NOT IN USE?This is the first question you’ll need to ask. It’s important because it will determine what you need to look for in your hotel.USING A RAMP DAILY: I frequently use FWC’s “Boat Ramp Finder” (Click HERE...
by Chris Juall | Jun 30, 2019 | Eats, Fishing, Travel
I recently had the opportunity to stay at Tarpon Lodge on Pine Island, Florida for a fishing tournament. The event was hosted by Maverick Boat Group; the manufacturer of my Hewes Redfisher as well as Pathfinder, Cobia and Maverick boats. The lodge is a place...
by Chris Juall | Jun 17, 2019 | Eats, Resources
When I visit the Stump Pass area, one of my favorite places to eat is The Lighthouse Grill. It consists of a fabulous restaurant and bar that overlooks picturesque Stump Pass.THE RESTAURANTI’m really dating myself but, years ago, Stump Pass consisted of a...
by Chris Juall | Jun 9, 2019 | Travel
Cabbage Key is an island located in Charlotte Harbor and probably my favorite place for lunch when I’m in the area. It’s south of Boca Grande, east of Cayo Costa and located at marker “60” on the intracoastal waterway. It’s the most...
by Chris Juall | May 30, 2019 | Boats, Resources
YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR YOUR WAKE Many boaters are unaware of this critical topic. If you create a big wake because you’re going too fast and that wake results in damage to other boats, damage to property or injury to others you will, most likely, be on the hook. ...
by Chris Juall | Apr 20, 2019 | Resources
One of the biggest headaches when trailering a boat is inevitably, losing the tag/license plate. This normally occurs because boat trailers come with weak, plastic tag holders. After numerous trips to the boat ramp the tag inevitably, breaks off. Past Solutions Past...
by Chris Juall | Apr 4, 2019 | Boats, Fishing, Resources, Travel
Northern Charlotte Harbor is one of my favorite places to boat and explore! In my opinion, the best boat ramps to use to gain access here are the boat ramps at Placida Park and Eldred’s Marina. NORTHERN CHARLOTTE HARBOR IS PARADISEThis location consists of...
