Sharing Our Water

Whether on the water for boating, fishing, or watersports, or on the land, exploring the shoreline or living at water’s edge, everyone who enjoys our nation’s waterways, has same right to enjoy the water as you do. As a responsible boater, you should always be mindful of others on or near the water and the aquatic environment.

A responsible boater is a courteous boater.

Think of yourself as an aquatic ambassador. Know the laws for your area concerning navigable waters and obey all posted signs and markers. Show your respect the environment and don’t litter.

All boaters, whether operating motorized or non-motorized craft, should wear a U.S. Coast-Guard approved life jacket, follow the boating “rules of the road” and be aware of rules and regulations for safety and navigation on the water.

The type of activities you engage in on the water also dictate some of the actions you need to take. Here are some ways to share the water:

Motorized Vessels 

Maintain a safe speed and know who has the right of way when approaching other boats:

• Yield to non-motorized vessels (canoes, kayaks, sailboats, rowboats and paddleboards)

• When crossing paths, the vessel on the right has the right of way.

• In a head on approach neither vessel has the right of way; both should slow down and steer to the right

• When passing, the vessel you are passing has the right of way; sound an alert by using one short horn blast if passing on the right, two if on the left

Be aware of your wake and slow down when crossing wakes. Keep a lookout for skiers, wakeboarders and tubers. Try to stay at least 150 feet from other vessels, swimming areas, anglers, etc. If you must pass closer, do so at a no-wake speed.

Keep your engine well tuned and within acceptable noise and emission levels.

Safe Boating Tips

No matter how much experience you have, it’s always a good idea for everyone to review boating safety rules before departures. Below you will find 10 basic boating safety tips to help you stay safe:

1. Be Weather-Wise

   Always check local weather conditions before departure; TV and radio forecasts can be a good source of information. If you notice darkening clouds, volatile and rough changing winds or sudden drops in temperature, play it safe by getting off the water.

2. Follow a Pre-Departure Checklist

   Proper boating safety includes being prepared for any possibility on the water. Following a pre-departure checklist is the best way to make sure no boating safety rules or precautions have been overlooked or forgotten.

3. Use Common Sense

   One of the most important parts of boating safety is to use your common sense. This means operating at a safe speed at all times (especially in crowded areas), staying alert at all times and steering clear of large vessels and watercraft that can be restricted in their ability to stop or turn. Also, be respectful of buoys and other navigational aids, all of which have been placed there to ensure your own safety.

4. Designate an Assistant Skipper

   Make sure more than one person on board is familiar with all aspects of your boat’s handling, operations, and general boating safety. If the primary navigator is injured or incapacitated in any way, it’s important to make sure someone else can follow the proper boating safety rules to get everyone else back to shore.

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Do Dolphins Hibernate or Migrate

It is winter here in Myrtle Beach and we spend the time getting our ocean going ready for spring. We are still going on deep sea fishing ventures, but you will have to wait until spring for the next Dolphin Watch Cruise.

You may be wondering, however, where do dolphins go in the winter?

Dolphins need to breathe just like humans, so every 30 minutes or so they need to surface and breathe. For this reason, dolphins do not hibernate under water. Also, they do not migrate as a group or family unit with a pattern that anyone can define. This does

Consider This About Dolphins

As we mentioned, they do not hibernate given they do not have an  involuntary breathing respiratory systems like other animals as well as human beings. Breathing is an intentional act they need to think about.  One interesting fact is that only half of a dolphin’s brain actually sleeps at any given time.  How do we know? Electroencephalograms conducted by scientists. For approximately eight hours a day they sleep and off (kind of like humans at work.)

Sleep Patterns of Dolphins

Dolphins need to rise to the surface to breathe through what is called a blowhole about every 30 minutes when they are in deep water. This will happen more frequently if they are in more shallow water. Sometime a dolphin will rest close to the surface of the way with their blowhole exposed or they will swim very slowly in pairs in a semi-conscious state. When this is happening, they keep one eye open and that eye is not correspond with which half of the brain is sleeping. Usually dolphins will swim in sets when sleeping and keep one eye open and focused on the other dolphins.

Migration

There is no definitive migration pattern for dolphins and they do not move to another location in large groups like other mammals. There is some evidence that some do move in the winter season, however, not a great distance like geese or other types of birds. In areas, other than Myrtle Beach, where the weather is more extreme such as the North Atlantic coast, some dolphins will migrate south to warmer waters.

A study was done in the United Kingdom where dolphins migrated to southern Cornwall and then moving north as the weather became warmer. However, scientists could did not observe a specific pattern to their migration.

As spring starts getting closer we start thinking of warm summer days and there is no better way to spend family time than taking a long dolphin watch cruise with the Voyager crew. Don’t let another summer go by without treating your family to this great adventure.

Why not go ahead and buy a gift certificate and add this to your summer schedule now.

Deep Sea Fishing for Valentines?

Deep sea fishing is a challenging game of sport. It is where amateurs and professionals alike are reaching deep into the ocean to get the most exquisite prey and compete for the best catch. Fish like lantern fish, cookie cutter shark, angler fish and flashlight fish, are the adrenaline rush for those who manage to get their rods tackled by one of these great species. When you go deep sea fishing, you should keep in mind the possibilities are endless. Deep sea fishing, in its essence, is fishing for prey in the deeper part of the ocean. The difference of deep sea fishing from the common fishing is that deep sea fishing will require more specific equipment, for more lures, lines, and rods that are specified for the use of deep sea fishing. Voyager Deep Sea Fishing provides all the necessary equipment to make your trip enjoyable and memorable.

There is nothing quite like being out in the middle of the deep waters where the fish species can grow to some enormous sizes. It’s certainly not something that you’ll soon forget, and you’ll most likely be ready to start planning your next adventure as soon as possible.

Since it’s something that you’ll always remember, why not make these memories as good as possible? There are many species of fish found out in the depths of the ocean regardless of where you go fishing. Since these species grow larger than any, you’ll find near the shore, and since so many things can happen unexpectedly when out in the ocean, you’ll never have an average or boring fishing trip. There’s just too much to see and too many opportunities for anything to be ordinary.

Do you have passion for deep sea diving? Why don’t you do something unusual for Valentines and take your sweetheart deep sea fishing? We have had a warm winter in Myrtle Beach, and the fishing is great.

You can have fun and exciting deep sea fishing trips if you know how to prepare for the adventure. Below are a few tips to help you get prepared so you can get the most out of all your deep sea fishing at Myrtle Beach:

Make sure that the vessel you plan to use is suited for the rough waters found in the deeper parts of the ocean. Things can get real rough very quickly, and your boat needs to be in great shape and suited for this type of environment.  At Voyager our boats are gone over every year to ensure they are in top working order.

You will need special equipment when you go deep sea fishing. Regular rods, reel, and tackle will not hold up to this type of fishing. You must have heavy duty equipment designed to handle the large species found in the ocean. All necessary equipment is provided on all our charters. Whether you are a novice or an experienced fisherman, you will find what you need.

If you don’t have any experience with deep sea fishing, then it’s vital that you go out with someone who does. It can be very dangerous dealing with the equipment required for deep sea fishing and being out in the ocean when you don’t have any experience.  Or crew is experienced with handling every level of fisherman. You can feel safe when traveling with Voyager Deep Sea Fishing vessels.

Decide which species you would like to seek out and have the right bait to match the species and the size you estimate to be available. This can help your fishing trip to be more successful.

Take an extra set of clothing, sun-block, hat, sunglasses and a light raincoat. You never know what to expect when you get out on the ocean.  This winter as been mild and now is a great time to do something unusual for Valentines and take your sweetheart deep sea fishing.

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Advantages of Deep Sea Fishing In The Winter

The cold weather has set-in. But if you have lived her long, you know how quickly that can change. Without notice we can have an unseasonably warm day that makes you dream of getting out the fishing poles.

Yes you can beat the winter blahs and enjoy a day of fishing with fewer crowds and a great time with Captain Larry of Voyager Deep Sea Fishing fame. You can schedule a full or half-day private fishing outing for your employees and their families or just a few of your closest buddies.

Fishing is frequently considered a summer season activity, however here in Myrtle Beach you’ll find outstanding catches year-round because, even though you may not think so, South Carolina does have seasons and fish populations differ depending on the time of year!

Fall and winter season are great times to be out on the water doing some deep sea fishing with Voyager Deep Sea Fishing Charters. Here are 7 of our favorite needs to fish in the fall and winter months.

7 Benefits To Deep Sea Fishing In Fall And Winter

It’s A Little Cooler. If the Myrtle Beach heat is a little too much for you in the summer, you’ll relish the cooler temperatures that fall and winter bring. Humidity is lower too, making for an enjoyable day out on the water.

The Sun Is Less Extreme. The sun sits lower in the sky throughout these months, making it less extreme and the day overall more satisfying. However, you can still feel the warmth of a sunny day and enjoy the day on the ocean.

There’s Still Plenty Of Fishing. The fish don’t leave once summertime ends; you’ll still find a great range of fish and get lots of bites. You can expect to find  Sea Bass, King Mackerel & Mahi Dolphin, Triggerfish, Grouper, Porgies, Amberjacks, Pink Snappers, Rudderfish, Big Cobia. You typically will not find these species closer to coast, as they require open and deeper waters to feed.

It’s Fun For The Family. Fishing is always an enjoyable family time and with less crowds in the fall and winter months, it’s simpler to arrange a full or half day charter with us.

Grouper Runs. Grouper, grouper, grouper! The cooler months are the very best time of year to fish for various types of grouper because they like the cooler water temperature levels. You can capture black grouper, red grouper, goliath grouper, gag grouper, and broom tail.

Whether you enjoy wahoo for their taste, for the excitement you get when one snatches a bite on your line, or simply seeing them streak through the water, the cold weather are the best time to attempt to catch one in Myrtle Beach.

Sharks have the tendency to congregate in shallower water during the cooler months, making them simpler to find (though not always to capture!). Blacktip and spinner sharks in particular are known to move through Myrtle Beach ocean waters during the winter months.

 

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