How to Remove Mold and Mildew from Your Boat (Without Damaging Surfaces)
A practical guide to removing mold and mildew from boats — covering gelcoat, vinyl, canvas, and headliners — plus what NOT to use and how to prevent regrowth.
Egret's Log
Welcome to Egret’s Log — the official journal from the team at Egret Marine.
This is where we share practical insights, hands-on reviews, and real-world advice on marine electronics and boat accessories. From choosing the right fishfinder and radar system to installing Attwood gear and maintaining your boat, every post is written to help you make smarter decisions on the water.
Whether you’re a weekend angler, serious offshore boater, or just looking to upgrade your electronics, consider this your trusted logbook for everything that keeps you safe, informed, and equipped. New entries added regularly — pull up a seat and stay a while.
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How to Wire a Marine Fuse Block: A Step-by-Step Guide
Why a Proper Fuse Block Matters A marine fuse block is the distribution hub of your boat's 12V electrical system. Every accessory — your fishfinder, VHF radio, bilge pump, nav...
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How to Install a Transducer on a Bass Boat: The Complete Step-by-Step Guide
Master transducer placement for crystal-clear sonar, side imaging, and forward-facing views — even at speed. Written for bass anglers who want reliable performance on the water. Why Proper Transducer Installation...
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How to Choose a Marine Autopilot: Tiller, Wheel, and Hydraulic Systems Explained
What a Marine Autopilot Actually Does A marine autopilot steers your boat to a set compass heading — or, when connected to a GPS chartplotter via NMEA, follows a programmed...
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Compass Deviation vs. Variation: What's the Difference and Why It Matters
Why Compass Accuracy Matters More Than You Think In the age of GPS chartplotters, it's tempting to treat the magnetic compass as a backup curiosity. But experienced mariners know better:...
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How to Choose a Marine GPS Antenna: External vs. Internal and NMEA Compatibility
Why GPS Antenna Choice Matters Your chartplotter or fishfinder combo is only as accurate and reliable as the GPS signal feeding it. Most modern multifunction displays (MFDs) include an internal...
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Marine Switch Panel Buying Guide: How to Choose and Wire a Helm Switch Panel
Why Your Switch Panel Matters The helm switch panel is the command center of your boat's 12V electrical system. Every accessory — nav lights, bilge pump, livewell, fishfinder, VHF radio,...
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How to Install a Bilge Pump: Automatic vs. Manual and Proper Wiring
Why Every Boat Needs a Properly Installed Bilge Pump Water gets into boats. It comes in through prop shaft seals, stuffing boxes, hatch seams, and fittings — and in an...
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Boat Battery Charger Buying Guide: Onboard vs. Portable, and How to Size One
Why the Right Charger Matters A marine battery is a significant investment — a quality AGM bank can cost $300–$800 or more. The charger you use has a direct impact...
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How to Choose a Marine VHF Antenna: Gain, Height, and Cable Loss Explained
Why Your Antenna Matters as Much as Your Radio Most boaters spend considerable time choosing the right VHF radio and almost no time thinking about the antenna. That's backwards. Your...
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How to Set Up an NMEA 2000 Network on Your Boat
What Is NMEA 2000 and Why Does It Matter? NMEA 2000 (N2K) is the modern standard for marine electronics networking. It's a plug-and-play communication bus that lets all your compatible...
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Anchoring 101: How to Choose the Right Anchor and Rode for Your Boat
Why Getting Your Anchor Right Matters An anchor is your boat's emergency brake, your overnight security system, and your ticket to swimming holes and lunch stops far from the marina....
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Marine Searchlight Buying Guide: How to Choose and Install a Boat Searchlight
Why a Marine Searchlight Belongs on Your Boat A marine searchlight is one of those pieces of equipment you don't think about — until you desperately need it. Whether you're...
