Although boating almost rhymes with partying, they are not one in the same. The number of registered boaters continues to rise each year and although the number of fatal accidents has seemed to level off over the past few years, the amount of boating congestion and traffic hasn’t.

Alcohol and Drugs: In some states, alcohol is involved in as much as 25% of boating accidents. It is illegal to operate your boat while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. It is also illegal for the owner of a boat to allow another person who is under the influence of alcohol or drugs to operate their boat.

In most states, if you have a blood alcohol level in excess of 0.1 % you are guilty of a misdemeanor. In some states it’s 0.08%. If you’re BAL is 0.07%, your local Sheriffs deputy can apply other tests to determine if you are under the influence.

Your blood alcohol level is dependent on your weight, your metabolism and how much food is in your stomach. Heavier persons or persons that have recently eaten will have a higher tolerance to the effect of alcohol.

Blood Alcohol levels – FOR REFERENCE ONLY

For a medium size adult male weighing approximately 175lbs his blood alcohol level will be as follows;

1 drink in ½ hour – .016
2 drinks in 1 hour – .032
3 drinks in 1.5 hours – .048
4 drinks in 2 hours – .064
5 drinks in 2.5 hours – .08
6 drinks in 3.5 hours – .096

For a large size adult male weighing approximately 225 lbs;

1 drink in ½ hour – .01
2 drinks in 1 hour – .02
3 drinks in 1.5 hours – .03
4 drinks in 2 hours – .045
5 drinks in 2.5 hours – .06
6 drinks in 3.5 hours – .067

Blood Alcohol Levels and How it Feels Physically:

.02 – relaxed feeling
.05 – less alert and physical coordination and impairment starts
.07 – legally intoxicated in many states

According to this reference data, it’s clear that a few drinks over a period of a few hours maybe enjoyed and managed, but 4 or more drinks regardless of your size puts you and others at risk. So as they say on TV – don’t drink and drive and if you choose to drink – do so responsibly.

WaterStates Trading Company offers quality marine electronics for all of your boating needs. We feature brand name fish finders, GPS systems, waterproof stereo equipment, VHF radios and other important communication devices. There is no substitute for rugged marine rated electronics gear in a harsh, wet environment. We have a great selection of products from which to choose and your order is shipped the next business day for your convenience.

WaterStates Trading Company specializes in LOW prices on QUALITY water sports, boating and fishing and camping supplies. We offer communication, safety, navigation and entertainment electronics for your boating or camping experience.

You can choose between all leading brands, such as Pelican, Garmin and Minn Kota. Compare prices and buy directly from us. Choose among our wide selection of marine fish finders, VHF marine radios, GPS, boating accessories, tubes and towables, camping, hunting, fishing equipment and more.

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Bass fishing techniques vary from one situation with another. If you are an amateur in bass fishing, the best thing to do is to fish with a companion who is an expert in the field not only in fishing but also an expert in the flora and fauna of the river you are cruising or fishing of.

Plan your summer bass fishing well by developing and adopting bass fishing techniques suitable to the waters you aim to explore and the fish you wish to catch.

When you are fishing in the deep, make sure that your boat is fully equipped with the safety devices and must know the regulations imposed by your host state regarding bass fishing in their respective area of responsibilities.  Safety is the must be technique to adopt in any endeavor. Always check your gadgets for any defects.

You may also watch or look at the waters if it is very clear. Most probably you will not make a good catch when the water is very clear. Bass fish prefer discolored waters. Smallmouth bass fish and many other species do not stay in clear waters.

The contour of the underwater terrain is also a thing to consider in bass fishing. You may consult an expert in the terrain of the lake you are fishing and he will guide you to the best place to fish.

Of course your choice of fishing gadgets will spell much of your success in bass fishing. Choose the most durable hooks that will hold firm when opportunity is given.

The choice of baits is also crucial. There are plastic baits that do but natural baits such as worms and flies make better. Remember always that the bigger the bait, the probability of catching the big fish is better that having small baits.

Fishing makes great fun! Whether you fish for a living or for pure hobby, you have to be as smart as a fisherman should be.

Every smart fisherman has his own fishing techniques that allow him to catch the fish he has set out to catch. Like in bass fishing or fishing in fresh waters, the fisherman will always have to implore bass fishing techniques suitable for the kind of waters he is fishing.

Definitely your summer fishing will be very educational and full of fun. Good luck in deciding and planning your next bass fishing adventure.  Be knowledgeable, be aware, and be safe. Happy boating!

Our line of fishing boats offers you a vast selection of sizes, features and prices! It is therefore not surprising that they have become the industry standard and the number one choice among fishing and hunting enthusiasts!

WaterStates Trading Company offers quality marine electronics for all of your boating needs. We feature brand name fish finders, GPS systems, waterproof stereo equipment, VHF radios and other important communication devices. There is no substitute for rugged marine rated electronics gear in a harsh, wet environment. We have a great selection of products from which to choose and your order is shipped the next business day for your convenience.

WaterStates Trading Company specializes in LOW prices on QUALITY water sports, boating and fishing and camping supplies. We offer communication, safety, navigation and entertainment electronics for your boating or camping experience.

You can choose between all leading brands, such as Pelican, Garmin and Minn Kota. Compare prices and buy directly from us. Choose among our wide selection of marine fish finders, VHF marine radios, GPS, boating accessories, tubes and towables, camping, hunting, fishing equipment and more.

Ordering with us is fast and easy. Water Fun at discount prices and superior customer service is our trademark. Top Brands! Great Prices!

The backbone of your fishing equipment is your rod and reel. For the casual fisherman, the basic rod and reel is all you need along with tackle that ranges from simple to extremely complicated. Basic tackle includes hooks, sinkers, bobbers, fishing line and needle nosed pliers.

Electronics have, to the alarm of purists, invaded the fishing arena. There are devices that help you locate where the fish are located. And there are alarms to alert you when you have a fish on your line. Those poor fish won’t have a chance.

 Sometimes, cool has nothing to do with technology. It’s got more to do with the brain and ‘creativity’.

If  you or your spouse, brother, or father is a fishing fanatic, imagine them sitting out there on a fishing boat, with a cool gadget. 

Imagine if after a couple of beeps, the device tells them that there is a school of fish some 3 or 4 feet or so away from them. Now, how cool can that be? It’s almost like an ultrasound scan of the sea or the lake that tells you exactly where the fish are.

 This is not news because many different companies have developed their own ultrasound- fish finding gadgets a long time ago.

See Fish in Bright Color
The 300C has a super bright, high resolution 3.5-inch QVGA color display with improved user interface, plus UltraScroll™ for screen updates at live-action speeds. The 300C comes with a dual beam transducer, which provides excellent coverage in shallow waters.

Benefit from High Performance Sonar
The 300C features the high performance sonar receiver found in most of the Garmin marine lineup.

Other features:

• Power output: 150 watts (RMS) 1200 watts (peak to peak)
• Auto Gain setting adjusts sonar sensitivity automatically
• See-Thru® technology shows weak and strong returns simultaneously
• Round flasher display mode
• Whiteline shows you how thick the bottom is
• 2X and 4X automatic and manual zoom
• Battery voltage indicator
• Single NMEA-0183 output

Be knowledgeable, be aware, and be safe. Happy boating!

WaterStates Trading Company offers quality marine electronics for all of your boating needs. We feature brand name fish finders, GPS systems, waterproof stereo equipment, VHF radios and other important communication devices. There is no substitute for rugged marine rated electronics gear in a harsh, wet environment. We have a great selection of products from which to choose and your order is shipped the next business day for your convenience.

WaterStates Trading Company specializes in LOW prices on QUALITY water sports, boating and fishing and camping supplies. We offer communication, safety, navigation and entertainment electronics for your boating or camping experience.

You can choose between all leading brands, such as Pelican, Garmin and Minn Kota. Compare prices and buy directly from us. Choose among our wide selection of marine fish finders, VHF marine radios, GPS, boating accessories, tubes and towables, camping, hunting, fishing equipment and more.

Ordering with us is fast and easy. Water Fun at discount prices and superior customer service is our trademark. Top Brands! Great Prices!