The "Broads"

webmaster · 04-29-2015, 05:47 AM

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Originally Posted by thinkxingu

the Bizer map, which you should pick up the next time you're in town

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MikeF-NH · 04-29-2015, 06:51 AM

I cross the Broads all the time in my 16 foot boat but you have to use judgement. Days when the wind goes over 10 mph, I avoid crossing.

Yes you do cross the Broads coming from Moultonboro to Merideth but you can minimize your exposure by going under Long Island Bridge then head directly towards Shep Browns behind Bear Island and then take a right after Cattle Landing. There is a LOT of hazard between Moultonboro and Merideth including: The Graveyard, the 6-pack, the Witches and various other markers along the way. You would want to know what each of these is before taking that trip. As people have said, buy a Bizer and know how to read it (don't forget the compass). A GPS is also a great idea. If you can take that trip with someone familiar with the lake for the first ride....that would be an opportunity you should not pass up.

raydoe1 · 04-29-2015, 07:35 AM

First time boating on Winnipesaukee can seem overwhelming. But it is not. You need to get out there and get some experience. Actually its pretty simple.
Before you decide to go for a ride, check the weather report. If its going to be a windy or stormy day, then stay off the lake and find something else to do. Even if you had a bigger boat it wouldn't be an enjoyable ride anyways.
Also buy a good chart, and use it as you go along. Sit or stand next your husband while he is driving, read the chart, and point out which way to go. The chart will show you which side of the markers is safe to proceed. The numbered markers on the chart will show you were you are on the lake.
Also if you are approaching a huge wave then slow down especially with small children in the boat. The more you get out there, the easier it will get.
Eventually you will know the lake as well as the town or city you live in.

Have fun & be safe!!

04-29-2015, 07:35 AM	#3
raydoe1 Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Moultonborough Posts: 48 Thanks: 27 Thanked 5 Times in 4 Posts	Broads First time boating on Winnipesaukee can seem overwhelming. But it is not. You need to get out there and get some experience. Actually its pretty simple. Before you decide to go for a ride, check the weather report. If its going to be a windy or stormy day, then stay off the lake and find something else to do. Even if you had a bigger boat it wouldn't be an enjoyable ride anyways. Also buy a good chart, and use it as you go along. Sit or stand next your husband while he is driving, read the chart, and point out which way to go. The chart will show you which side of the markers is safe to proceed. The numbered markers on the chart will show you were you are on the lake. Also if you are approaching a huge wave then slow down especially with small children in the boat. The more you get out there, the easier it will get. Eventually you will know the lake as well as the town or city you live in. Have fun & be safe!!

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04-29-2015, 06:51 AM	#2
MikeF-NH Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Posts: 320 Thanks: 2 Thanked 120 Times in 80 Posts	I cross the Broads all the time in my 16 foot boat but you have to use judgement. Days when the wind goes over 10 mph, I avoid crossing. Yes you do cross the Broads coming from Moultonboro to Merideth but you can minimize your exposure by going under Long Island Bridge then head directly towards Shep Browns behind Bear Island and then take a right after Cattle Landing. There is a LOT of hazard between Moultonboro and Merideth including: The Graveyard, the 6-pack, the Witches and various other markers along the way. You would want to know what each of these is before taking that trip. As people have said, buy a Bizer and know how to read it (don't forget the compass). A GPS is also a great idea. If you can take that trip with someone familiar with the lake for the first ride....that would be an opportunity you should not pass up.

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