Welcome to The Boater's Lounge!

Weather affects every boater, regardless of their experience level or the type of vessel they operate. Whether you're embarking on a day cruise to a nearby island or restaurant, heading out for an offshore fishing trip, or navigating the ICW, understanding the weather situation BEFORE setting sail is absolutely crucial.

In this episode, hear us and boating expert, Bob Arrington, talk about understanding weather on the water and how it can impact your boating experience. Bob shares valuable insights on where to find reliable forecasts, the best apps and platforms he utilizes every day, like SiriusXM Marine, what key factors to look for, and the importance of "know when to quit."

From essential buoy reports to the best boating weather apps, we've got you covered! See below for resources Bob mentions in Episode 8.

• SiriusXM Marine - not dependent on cell connection!
• Windy App
• National Weather Service Buoy Reports
• Predict Wind
• Wind Finder
• Weather Router
• NWS Area Forecast Discussion

Hear more from Bob on The Boater's Lounge!
S1E10, S1E15, and S2E2
and learn more about Bob and his background in the industry here: https://www.bobarringtonboating.com/

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