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        Boat Projects, Tips & DIY

        DIY Boat Covers? Here's Why You'll Want The Pros At Paradise Custom Canvas Instead

        DIY Boat Covers? Here's Why You'll Want The Pros At Paradise Custom Canvas Instead

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        Pollen, bugs, dust, leaves, and critters (especially spiders!) can quickly wreak havoc on a boat’s interior—without a cover that is.

        How To Make A Custom Boat Cover (And Why Every Lake Of The Ozarks Boater Needs One)

        How To Make A Custom Boat Cover (And Why Every Lake Of The Ozarks Boater Needs One)

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        Without a cover, it doesn't take long for pollen, bugs, dust, leaves, critters, and spiders (especially spiders!) to do a number on a boat interior.

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        No More Dock Drama! Lift Assist Makes Docking A Breeze Even In Rough Water

        No More Dock Drama! Lift Assist Makes Docking A Breeze Even In Rough Water

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        Getting a boat into the slip and situating it on the lift can be tricky enough. But on Lake of the Ozarks, for boaters, the wind and waves can make it downright aggravating. That’s a problem L…

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        Step Up Your Game: Bobo Ladders Give Boaters A Boost!

        Step Up Your Game: Bobo Ladders Give Boaters A Boost!

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        Jump! Splash! Repeat. A favorite pastime at the Lake of the Ozarks. 

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        When Should You Run The Blower? Here's A Checklist For Safe Boat Refueling

        When Should You Run The Blower? Here's A Checklist For Safe Boat Refueling

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        Two boat explosions at Lake of the Ozarks docks this summer sparked important discussions about safe refueling and, in particular, the correct use of a boat's blower.

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        Dock Upgrade! Watch This Brilliant Remote-Control Dock Shade In Action [VIDEO]

        Dock Upgrade! Watch This Brilliant Remote-Control Dock Shade In Action [VIDEO]

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        It's the dog days of summer, and the bright days and hot evenings remind Lake of the Ozarks homeowners that the glaring sun can make the dock unbearable at certain times of the day.

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        Summer Boating Upgrade: Nauti Renovations’ Custom AquaTraction Floors

        Summer Boating Upgrade: Nauti Renovations’ Custom AquaTraction Floors

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        Boat flooring makes all the difference.

        This Unique Kayak/Paddleboat Lift Is The Ultimate 2024 Dock Upgrade

        This Unique Kayak/Paddleboat Lift Is The Ultimate 2024 Dock Upgrade

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        You've been enjoying the Lake house, but it's time to admit: the dock is getting cluttered.

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        VIDEO: These Retractable Dock Shades Should Come Standard With Every Dock

        VIDEO: These Retractable Dock Shades Should Come Standard With Every Dock

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        Today is the longest day of the year, and the lengthy daylight reminds Lake of the Ozarks homeowners that the glaring sun can make the dock unbearable at certain times of the day.

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        Time For New Boat Flooring? Nauti Renovations Transforms Boats With AquaTraction

        Time For New Boat Flooring? Nauti Renovations Transforms Boats With AquaTraction

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        It's summer, and boaters have had enough time to take the boat out and notice: it needs new flooring.

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        Boat Lift Problems Solved! This Ingenius App Works With Your Lift To Keep The Boat Afloat

        Boat Lift Problems Solved! This Ingenius App Works With Your Lift To Keep The Boat Afloat

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        You’re away from your Lake home, and the boat lift goes down. What do you do? And more importantly: do you even know it happened?

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        Docking Frustration Solved! Lift Assist Makes Boat Lifting Easy In Rough Water

        Docking Frustration Solved! Lift Assist Makes Boat Lifting Easy In Rough Water

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        Getting a boat into the slip and situating it on the lift can be tricky enough. But on Lake of the Ozarks, for boaters, the wind and waves can make it downright aggravating. That’s a problem L…

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        Boat Ladder Upgrade! BOBO Ladders Means Better On-Board Options For Lake Of The Ozarks Boaters

        Boat Ladder Upgrade! BOBO Ladders Means Better On-Board Options For Lake Of The Ozarks Boaters

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        Jump! Splash! Repeat. A favorite pastime at the Lake of the Ozarks. 

        No More Pontoon Pinball. Slip Assist Makes Docking A Breeze On Lake Of The Ozarks

        No More Pontoon Pinball. Slip Assist Makes Docking A Breeze On Lake Of The Ozarks

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        Whether you're fighting a stiff breeze, a passing boat wake, dealing with currents or a still-learning hand on the wheel, docking a pontoon/tritoon on Lake of the Ozarks can feel like a game o…

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        Putting The Boat Away? Now Is The Best Time To Get A Ceramic Coating

        Putting The Boat Away? Now Is The Best Time To Get A Ceramic Coating

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        With fall in full swing and winter weather soon approaching, boat owners on the Lake of the Ozarks are getting ready to put away their watercraft for the season. Wise boaters know now is the i…

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        Finally, A (Brilliant) Way To Store Your Lake Toys, Tubes & Mats: DockWebs!

        Finally, A (Brilliant) Way To Store Your Lake Toys, Tubes & Mats: DockWebs!

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        It’s the double-edged sword of lake life: you’ve got a whole pile of boating accessories for all the fun you could possibly have on the water… but you’ve got nowhere to put them. The boat is f…

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        No More Drilling Holes In Dock Poles: DockBloxx Is The Ultimate Dock-Stuff Organizer

        No More Drilling Holes In Dock Poles: DockBloxx Is The Ultimate Dock-Stuff Organizer

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        Keeping a dock tidy can be tough.

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        Lift Assist! New Product Helps Boaters Center On The Lift, Every Time

        Lift Assist! New Product Helps Boaters Center On The Lift, Every Time

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        Getting a boat into the slip and situating it on the lift can be tricky enough. But on Lake of the Ozarks, for boaters on the main channel or in busy coves, the wind and waves can make it down…

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        From 'Eww' to New: Nauti Renovations Transforms Boats With Top-Tier Flooring

        From 'Eww' to New: Nauti Renovations Transforms Boats With Top-Tier Flooring

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        Since 2018, Nauti Renovations has been the exclusive dealer of AquaTraction in Missouri and the surrounding areas. Since then, Erica and Rick Butkovich have built a long list of happy customers.

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        When To Run The Blower? A Checklist For Safe Boat Refueling

        When To Run The Blower? A Checklist For Safe Boat Refueling

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        Two boat explosions at Lake of the Ozarks docks this summer sparked important discussions about safe refueling and, in particular, the correct use of a boat's blower.

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        Take Better Photos On The Boat! Five Tips From A Pro

        Take Better Photos On The Boat! Five Tips From A Pro

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        A day on Lake of the Ozarks is worth photographing. But whether your photos are worth looking at is a whole different story! Here are five “hacks” for snapping excellent boating photos with yo…

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        Boating Hacks: Your Boat Just Sprung A Leak! Tips For DIY Patching A Hull In A Pinch

        Boating Hacks: Your Boat Just Sprung A Leak! Tips For DIY Patching A Hull In A Pinch

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        Your boat just sprung a leak! Now what?

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        What To Do When Your Boat Overheats (And How To Keep It From Happening)

        What To Do When Your Boat Overheats (And How To Keep It From Happening)

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        Tips for keeping an overheating boat engine from wrecking your day on the water.

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        Boat Ramp For Your Dog: The Best Ones To Buy, And One You Can DIY

        Boat Ramp For Your Dog: The Best Ones To Buy, And One You Can DIY

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        Boat owners love their pets as much as anyone and want to be able to take them along on their boat. But that can be tough for a dog, depending on the design and layout of the boat (and the dog…

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        Like Glass! Extensive Detailing & Ceramic Pro Take Lake Of The Ozarks Boats To The Next Level

        Like Glass! Extensive Detailing & Ceramic Pro Take Lake Of The Ozarks Boats To The Next Level

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        Boat-Plaguing Zebra Mussels Found In Missouri Fish Aquariums: Here's What To Know

        Boat-Plaguing Zebra Mussels Found In Missouri Fish Aquariums: Here's What To Know

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        Grungy Boat Floor No More! Nauti Renovations Is Renewing Lake Of The Ozarks Boats

        Grungy Boat Floor No More! Nauti Renovations Is Renewing Lake Of The Ozarks Boats

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        Tips & Tricks For First Time Boat Owners

        Tips & Tricks For First Time Boat Owners

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        7 Steps To Winterize Your Jet Ski

        7 Steps To Winterize Your Jet Ski

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        DIY Boat Seat Upgrades: Replace Ragged Seats In Time For The Boating Season

        DIY Boat Seat Upgrades: Replace Ragged Seats In Time For The Boating Season

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        Bracket Buddy Is Every Dock Owner’s New BFF

        Bracket Buddy Is Every Dock Owner’s New BFF

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        New Year, New Trends: 2020 Boating Trends To Watch For

        New Year, New Trends: 2020 Boating Trends To Watch For

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        13 Little Secrets To Winterizing A Boat

        13 Little Secrets To Winterizing A Boat

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        BREAKDOWN! What To Do When Your Boat Overheats

        BREAKDOWN! What To Do When Your Boat Overheats

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        Your Boat Just Sprung A Leak! Here's How To Patch A Hull In A Pinch

        Your Boat Just Sprung A Leak! Here's How To Patch A Hull In A Pinch

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        Before You Shove Off! Every Boater's Spring Commissioning Checklist

        Before You Shove Off! Every Boater's Spring Commissioning Checklist

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        Is Your Boat Ready For Boating Season? Check These Things Before Warm Weather Arrives

        Is Your Boat Ready For Boating Season? Check These Things Before Warm Weather Arrives

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        Letter To The Editor: Powerboating Legend Don Onken Defends Ethanol For Boats

        Letter To The Editor: Powerboating Legend Don Onken Defends Ethanol For Boats

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        Lake Spider Netting Solves Lake Of The Ozarks Boaters' Arachno-Problems [PHOTOS]

        Lake Spider Netting Solves Lake Of The Ozarks Boaters' Arachno-Problems [PHOTOS]

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        Survey: Boaters Have Little Love For Ethanol, 83 Percent Would Choose E0 If Available

        Survey: Boaters Have Little Love For Ethanol, 83 Percent Would Choose E0 If Available

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        Your Boat's LED Lights Could Be Interfering With Your VHF Radio

        Your Boat's LED Lights Could Be Interfering With Your VHF Radio

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        Cutting Edge Tech! FJ Propeller Midwest Launches At Lake Of The Ozarks

        Cutting Edge Tech! FJ Propeller Midwest Launches At Lake Of The Ozarks

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        Five Ways Not To Lose Your Shirt When Buying Or Servicing Your Boat

        Five Ways Not To Lose Your Shirt When Buying Or Servicing Your Boat

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        BREAKDOWN! What To Do When Your Boat Overheats

        BREAKDOWN! What To Do When Your Boat Overheats

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        Your Boat Just Sprung A Leak! Here's How To Patch A Hull In A Pinch

        Your Boat Just Sprung A Leak! Here's How To Patch A Hull In A Pinch

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        How To Install A Bilge Pump On Your Boat

        How To Install A Bilge Pump On Your Boat

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        8 Spring Boat Commissioning Mistakes You Should Never Make

        8 Spring Boat Commissioning Mistakes You Should Never Make

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        Selling E-15 Fuel Year-Round Is A 'Recipe For Misfueling' For Summer Boaters, Advocacy Group Says

        Selling E-15 Fuel Year-Round Is A 'Recipe For Misfueling' For Summer Boaters, Advocacy Group Says

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        Spring Cleaning The Boat! A Few Tips For Scrubbing Before You Launch

        Spring Cleaning The Boat! A Few Tips For Scrubbing Before You Launch

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        5 Reasons Why Boats Sink In The Spring

        5 Reasons Why Boats Sink In The Spring

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        Ready To Buy A Boat? 6 Things To Know Before You Take The Plunge

        Ready To Buy A Boat? 6 Things To Know Before You Take The Plunge

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        New Dock Trends: Bars & Outdoor Kitchens Transforming Time On The Water

        New Dock Trends: Bars & Outdoor Kitchens Transforming Time On The Water

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        Boat Winterization: Tips For Avoiding Mildew, Critters & Ice

        Boat Winterization: Tips For Avoiding Mildew, Critters & Ice

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        8 Telltale Signs That the Used Boat You’re Buying Could be a Storm-Damaged Lemon

        8 Telltale Signs That the Used Boat You’re Buying Could be a Storm-Damaged Lemon

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        EPA Raises Ethanol Mandate For Fuel, Despite Boaters' Pleas For A Decrease

        EPA Raises Ethanol Mandate For Fuel, Despite Boaters' Pleas For A Decrease

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        Blower, Or No Blower? Here's A Checklist For Safe Boat Refueling

        Blower, Or No Blower? Here's A Checklist For Safe Boat Refueling

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        Buying A Boat Lift? Here Are Six Things You Need To Know

        Buying A Boat Lift? Here Are Six Things You Need To Know

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        Here’s Why Boaters Fear Ethanol, But Love ‘American Ethanol’

        Here’s Why Boaters Fear Ethanol, But Love ‘American Ethanol’

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        Thieves Are Stealing A Surprising Part Off Boats At Lake Of The Ozarks

        Thieves Are Stealing A Surprising Part Off Boats At Lake Of The Ozarks

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        10 Tips For Getting The Right Boat Loan

        10 Tips For Getting The Right Boat Loan

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