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Home > Take Me Fishing Blog > December 2020 > 10 Useful Holiday Gift Ideas for Anglers and Boaters
New anglers and boaters have taken to the water in higher numbers this year due to the calming feelings that boating and fishing provide during uncertain times. In fact, according to the National Marine Manufacturers Association, 70% of boat dealers have seen increased sales as a result of social distancing and the pandemic. This boost in boaters and anglers means you're likely to be looking for a few more holiday gift ideas than you have in the past.
Not sure which gifts are best for new anglers and boaters? No worries, this healthy holiday gift guide for the water lovers in your life will help.
Hopefully this healthy holiday gift guide will help you cut back on your shopping time – so you can also spend more time staying active outdoors, of course!
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Debbie Hanson is an award-winning outdoor writer, women’s sport fishing advocate, IGFA world record holder, and freshwater guide living in Southwest Florida. Hanson’s written work has appeared in publications such as Florida Game & Fish Magazine, BoatUS Magazine, and USA Today Hunt & Fish. To learn more about her work, visit shefishes2.com or follow her on Instagram @shefishes2.
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