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09/19/2026

Get ready to FLIB out at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show, the world's largest in-water boat show.

For five days, Fort Lauderdale becomes the center of the boating world with 1,300+ boats, 1,000+ brands and 100,000+ attendees coming together across six show locations.

From superyachts and sportfishers to center consoles, marine technology, accessories and everything in between, FLIBS is boating at its biggest.

One ticket. Five unforgettable days.

📍 Fort Lauderdale, Florida

📅 October 28–November 1, 2026

🎟️ Tickets available now: https://bit.ly/3V510Ic

09/16/2026

As the 2026–27 boat show season ensues, there’s no better time to start planning your next show, and your next adventure on the water.

In the new issue of Southeast Scuttlebutt, we explore why boat shows are so much more than rows of shiny new boats. They’re where buyers, longtime boat owners, manufacturers, dealers, fishing enthusiasts, and the broader boating community come together to learn, compare, connect and get inspired.

From the major shows of Florida’s coast to the Carolinas and Georgia, there’s an event for nearly every kind of boater. Plus, we share tips for making the most of your visit, whether you’re shopping for your first boat, upgrading your current vessel, looking for new gear or simply soaking up the boating lifestyle.

And don’t miss our West Palm Beach Summer Boat Show review for a firsthand look at what made this regional show a standout.

📖 Get the new issue and start planning your boat show season! You can check out the full story (as well as our Boat Show Calendar) at the link below: https://southeastscuttlebutt.mydigitalpublication.com/2026-fall/page-38

09/13/2026

🎣 Fall Fishing in Swansboro, NC

Cooler temperatures, changing tides and hungry fish make fall one of the best times to be on the water, and our newest Southeast Scuttlebutt feature is taking you to Swansboro for a look at what’s biting this season.

From inshore action to seasonal patterns and local tips, our Fall Fishing Report highlights what anglers can expect on the waters around Swansboro this fall. Whether you’re chasing redfish, speckled trout, flounder or looking for the next bite, this report is packed with insight to help you make the most of the season.

📖 Read the latest fishing report in the newest issue Southeast Scuttlebutt and start planning your next trip on the water! Be sure to follow Friendly City Fishing Charters, Capt. Matt Littleton on Facebook as well!

And if you'd like to see your area's fishing reported on, shoutout your favorite charter or email us at [email protected]

09/10/2026

🚤 AQUILA CATAMARANS IS BRINGING BIG NEWS TO CANNES!

Aquila Catamarans is set to showcase seven models at the 2026 Cannes Yachting Festival, including two world debuts and one highly anticipated European debut.

🌊 Making its world debut: The all-new 45 Sail brings expansive living spaces, flexible three- or four-cabin configurations, a spacious flybridge and more than 1,350 square feet of upwind sail area to Aquila’s growing sailing lineup.

⚡ Also making its world debut: The 35 Sport packs bold styling, a double-stepped hull and twin Mercury Verado outboards into a compact, entertainment-focused power catamaran.

🇪🇺 Making its European debut: The flagship 45 Sport brings its wide-beam design, hydraulic drop-down terraces and twin 600-hp Mercury Verado V12 outboards to Cannes, with speeds exceeding 50 mph.

Alongside the new models, Aquila will display its 50 Sail, 50 Yacht, 46 Yacht and 46 Coupe, creating a seven-model lineup showcasing the brand’s range of sail and power catamarans.

📍 Cannes Yachting Festival | Sept. 8–13, 2026

Read the full industry news story on our blog for a closer look at Aquila’s latest launches at Cannes: se.scuttlebutt.com/blog. And be sure to follow Aquila Catamarans to keep up with all their new launches and releases.

09/07/2026

🍊🍒🍑 Southern Sips for your next day on the water.

The new Fall issue is serving up a taste of the Southeast with Southern Sips: a collection of easy-to-make drinks and homemade syrups inspired by the region’s iconic flavors.

Think Spicy Diet Coke, the tropical Bikini Betty, a frosty Cheerwine Bourbon Slushy and a surprisingly indulgent Cheerwine Dirty Soda.

And for those who like to get a little creative behind the bar, we’re going Beyond Simple with four homemade syrups inspired by Southern staples:

☀️ Florida Sunshine Orange
🍒 North Carolina Cherry Vanilla
🥜 South Carolina Maple Peanut
🍑 Georgia Spiced Peach

From bright citrus and sweet cherries to maple-peanut richness and warm Georgia peach, these syrups are made for mixing into cocktails, iced tea, lemonade, coffee and more.

Grab the new Fall issue and raise a glass to the flavors of the South: https://southeastscuttlebutt.mydigitalpublication.com/2026-fall/page-32 🥂

09/04/2026

⛵ Three schooners, one spirit.

What do a legendary racing yacht, a Charleston pilot schooner and a modern tall ship have in common? More than a century of maritime history and a shared set of lines shaped by the demands of Charleston Harbor.

In “Three Schooners, One Spirit,” Rebecca E. Poynton-Murray traces the remarkable lineage from America, the schooner that stunned the sailing world in 1851, to Frances Elizabeth, built for Charleston’s demanding harbor pilots, and finally to the Spirit of South Carolina, which carries that legacy forward today.

From shifting channels and unpredictable tides to the coordinated work of a crew under sail, Spirit offers more than a connection to the past. She makes maritime history something you can feel.

Discover how one harbor shaped three schooners and how Spirit of South Carolina is helping a new generation experience the story firsthand.

📖 Read “Three Schooners, One Spirit” in the latest issue of Southeast Scuttlebutt on our blog at se.scuttlebutt.com and check out the when in the Southeast!

09/01/2026

🍁 The Fall Issue of Southeast Scuttlebutt is here!

A jam-packed summer of boating is winding down, but there's no stopping us! The latest from Southeast Scuttlebutt is live, filled with stories, advice, and inspiration to help you make the most of every day on the water.

Inside you'll find:
🌊 Exploring the historic waterways of the Southeast to better plan your next trip
🍸 🍹Docktail recipes or drinks to try either at home or out and about town
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Our 2026-27 Boat Show Preview
📍 A destination guide to Georgtowne, SC

Check it by clicking the link in our bio or visiting our website: se.scuttlebutt.com

08/29/2026

Meet the NEW Wellcraft 33.

Precise. Powerful. Uncompromising.

Following the success of the Wellcraft 28, Wellcraft is going bigger with two new models: the Wellcraft 33 T-Top and Wellcraft 33 Speedster.

Built for offshore exploration, social adventures, fishing, and serious driving pleasure, the new 33-foot models combine bold design with impressive versatility. Modular aft cockpit layouts let owners tailor the boat to their lifestyle, from the social-focused Lounge configuration to the comfort-driven Relax module and the fishing-ready Barracuda setup.

With room for up to two berths, a one-level walkaround deck, a side dive door, and the option for single or twin Mercury V8 or V10 outboards producing 350 to 700 horsepower, the Wellcraft 33 is designed to do more … and go farther.

🌊 The Wellcraft 33 T-Top will make its World Premiere at the Cannes Yachting Festival, September 8–13, 2026. Here’s hoping it doesn’t take long to get over to the Southeast! 🤞

Learn more at www.wellcraft.com.

08/26/2026

🎣 Ready to Change the Tide of Fishing? 🎣
Ladies, let’s go fishing! 🌴🐟

Women can learn the basics, practice hands-on skills, and then put them to work fishing for peacock bass and other bass at the Ladies, Let’s Go Fishing Bass Seminar on September 12 at Bass Pro Shops in Dania Beach, Florida.
From 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., participants will enjoy:

🎓 Fishing classes
🎣 Hands-on practice
🌊 Bass fishing on a private lake
🧰 Tackle provided
🎁 Gifts valued at $40

Registration starts at $99 for Early Entry, with a special rate of $65 per person for mothers bringing teens.

The event is hosted by the Ladies, Let’s Go Fishing Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to introducing women and families to fishing while promoting conservation and responsible angling. With its signature “No-Yelling School of Fishing” approach, LLGF has helped more than 9,000 graduates gain confidence on the water.

📍 Bass Pro Shops, 200 Gulf Stream Way, Dania Beach, FL
📅 September 12 | 9 a.m.–3 p.m.

Advance registration is required. Learn more and register at ladiesletsgofishing.com

08/23/2026

What happens when electric propulsion meets Maine’s working waterfront?

TEMO is partnering with the Island Institute on a year-long pilot project testing the real-world capabilities of electric propulsion in the demanding conditions of New England’s coastal waters.

The project puts a TEMO·1000 electric outboard to work on an 18-foot Rosborough skiff operated by Maine kelp farmer, fisherman, and environmentalist Nathan Johnson.

Over the course of the project, the system will be tested through Maine’s challenging seasons and working conditions—from winter cold and strong winds to spring kelp harvests, summer seining, and autumn kelp seeding.
The goal? To collect real-world data on how portable, low-voltage electric propulsion can support independent mariners and coastal businesses while helping create more sustainable working waterfronts.

For working boaters, electrification isn’t just about technology, it’s about reliability, safety, affordability, and finding practical solutions that work in the real world.

⚓ Read about TEMO in the Community on our Southeast Scuttlebutt blog to learn more about this innovative Maine electrification pilot project: se.scuttlebutt.com/blog

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