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First Time Tips

7 Things to Know Before Renting a Boat

Welcome to boating school! Just kidding, ha! On a more serious note, especially for new, or first-time boaters, it’s important to understand what you’re getting yourself into before renting your first boat.    1. How to Prioritize Safety Safety is always number one, just like it is when you operate any

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FAQs

Shasta Lake Water Levels 

Shasta Lake, in California, is a popular travel destination for boaters, swimmers, and sunbathers alike. At first, you may be wondering what the water levels have to do with you and your vacation, or why they even matter in the first place, but the important thing to note is that

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Activities

5 Natural Wonders and 1 Man-made at Shasta Lake 

Surrounding Lake Shasta are several natural wonders and one very dramatic man-made wonder. As you schedule your boat rental and visit to Shasta Lake, make plans to visit one, or all, of these spectacular sites. Man-Made Marvel Lake Shasta itself is a man-made reservoir in Northern California created when the engineering

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Activities

7 Great Reasons Fishing is Good for You

Fishing is a wonderful outdoor activity for relaxing—one you can share with friends and family. In this blog, we’ll explain why this activity can be good for your physical and mental health. Shasta Lake is a great place for fishing. Are you looking for the perfect spot where you can

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Activities

Dehydration is a Real Risk When on the Water

It may seem counterintuitive but a day on the water can dehydrate you just as easily as a day in the desert. Have you ever noticed how pruney your skin becomes when you are in the water for too long? Additionally, during activities like boating, swimming, paddle boarding, and kayaking,

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Activities

Enhance Your Vacation with a Star Party 

 Did you know the further you are away from the light pollution of the city, the brighter the night sky?  With its remote location, Shasta Lake in Northern California is the perfect place for a star party. So, gather your family and friends and host a houseboat party under a

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Rock Climbing

Rock Climbing on Mount Shasta

Considering going rock climbing on Mount Shasta? You’ll be in for the adventure of the lifetime! Mount Shasta is 3 mountains rolled into one impressive geological masterpiece. It is a massive stratovolcano, which has developed over thousands of years. Mount Shasta has not erupted since 1786. A French vessel reported

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Activities

How Many Marinas Does Shasta Lake Have?

The word marina means coast or shore in Italian, Spanish, and Portuguese. A marina usually handles small watercraft. This is unlike ports that handle large cargo and ships. A marina is a dock or basin for yachts and smaller boats. On Shasta Lake, there are multiple marinas to explore and

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Activities

The Spiritual Significance of Mount Shasta

Weekend warriors flock to Mount Shasta. It’s a sought-after outdoor adventure spot for camping, hiking, and fishing enthusiasts. However, for many, Mt. Shasta in Northern California is much more. Far more than climbing the massive snow-topped volcano. Miles of the Shasta-Trinity National Forest surround the mountain. Yet it draws spiritual

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