In this article we are going to take a look at different fishing boats in order to determine which will best suit your individual needs. There are a wide variety of different fishing boats out there, and making an informed and educated decision is the best way to make sure that the one you rent or purchase is going to meet your needs the best. Traditional fishing boats can easily cost several thousands dollars, but there are plenty of alternative options out there for you that will not require a serious loan and collateral to obtain.

Here are some of the more affordable and more reliable options that are available to you when it comes to fishing boats and other similar floatation devices. Sure, some of them may be inflatable in nature, but when you consider the cost effectiveness, it is well worth it to try them out. Inflatable boats are actually capable of standing up to a lot of damage and punishment, and are still quite affordable which means that the average person can pick one up for their next weekend fishing outing.

Here are some of the types of fishing boats that you may want to consider -

Canoes and Kayaks -

These are some of the most affordable options when it comes to inflatable boats. Both of these options can work especially well as fishing boats, especially when it comes to accommodating either one or two people. Inflatable kayaks and canoes are especially useful for fishing in ponds, lakes, rivers, streams and other areas where you do not have a ton of water to work with. These types of inflatable fishing boats are also perfect for people traveling in RVs.

Runabouts for Four to Six Persons -

These tend to be the larger styles of inflatable boats, and they hold many more people within them as well. The higher quality versions are outstanding when it comes to adding an outboard motor for more power. The best place for you to buy one of these inflatable boat styles is from a manufacturer like Sea Eagle. Whichever manufacturer you end up choosing, make sure to look for a money back guarantee as well as a trial period if possible, as both of these characteristics indicate a product of the highest quality.

Individual Inflatable Fishing Boats -

These tend to be the most affordable inflatable boats but also the smallest option available. These boats are either personal pontoon boats or personal float tubes. Individual inflatable boats are excellent for river fishing and lake fishing, and they tend to be incredibly affordable.

Using the types of boats that have been outlines above will help you become a better fisherman or angler. You will be much more in tune with what you are doing when you are closer to the water in a smaller, personal inflatable boat. This is an excellent way for you to become a better angler and to improve your capability of catching the best fish in the lake.

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In a movie to save depleted fish stock, managers are voting to implement a quota system for specific bottom dwelling marine species.

After years worth of rules that could only be described as lax, and practices which have wastefully led to a complete economic disaster, the managers of fisheries are deciding to adopt a completely new approach for some of the fisheries on the west coast, giving fishermen the exclusive rights to a portion of the overall catch.

There was a unanimous vote on Friday by the Pacific Fishery Management Council to make a historic shift in the strategy for fishing, encouraging cooperation instead of competition among fishermen who spend their days catching whiting, cod, rockfish, sole and flounder by dragging nets along the ocean floor. The new approach, which is often referred to as "individual fishing quotas" is going to give fishermen from the Morro Bay on the central coast of California to the Puget Sound in Washington the right to bring in their portion of the catch to command higher prices for their work.

What this is also going to do is eliminate strict rules that forced fishermen to shovel dead fish off their boats because they did not possess the necessary permits to sell certain species of fish that were inadvertently trapped in their nets.

Advocates of this particular approach to fishing, which has been shown to be successful in Alaska and other fishing states, believe that this is the necessary and logical step to turning around West Coast fisheries, which were declared formally as an economic disaster by the Federal Government in January of 2000. Since then, fishery managers have struggled to restrict catches, buying out fishing boats, but these actions have only brought a marginal amount of recovery to depleted fish stocks.

According to the Pacific Ocean policy director for the Environmental Defense Fund, Johanna Thomas, it is expected that these will become some of the best managed fisheries in as little as five to ten years' time. The quota system is not going to be implemented until 2011 because it needs to be approved by the National Marine Fisheries Service, which is the government agency required to regulate fisheries. The shift to individual fish quotas is coming after recent studies that have showed that the system encourages fishermen to be better stewards of the resource they are responsible for. It ends the dangerous race to catch fish before other boats do, and also allows stocks to rebound in areas where fish stocks are severely depleted.

Still, a program like this cannot end up working without government intervention, as the government needs to set restrictions on all overall catches. The program is not going to address another problem, which is too many boats going after too few fish.

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Holiday Harbor is located on Lake Shasta

Phone: 530.238.2383

Average Water Depth: The marina did not have a current report and this can change with the weather. Please call ahead for lake levels before you arrive.

Is there a marine standby channel? No, not at this time.

Is there a pumpout station?

Yes, the marina provides this service.

Is there a fuel dock?

Yes, the marina provides regular fuel.

What kind of services are provided?

This is a great marina that has campsites on location. It is a favorite among boaters that like to bring their own boat but prefer to camp on land. Restrooms are provided, as well as showers, but no laundry facilities are provided at this time. The marina does have certified mechanics on site if you have trouble with your boat. A general store is located at the marina for stocking up on snacks and there is also a restaurant right there as well. The restaurant is open after Memorial Day and serves some of the best food you'll find on the lake. Please note that the restaurant does close at four, so you'll be limited to breakfast and lunch. At the store you'll also find a gift shop that is great for stocking up on souvenirs or to find special gifts for the folks back home.

What you need to know:

If you're looking for a marina that is friendly for the whole family, this is a great place to stop. There are plenty of activities in the surrounding area and Lake Shasta is always a great place to spend your vacation. The staff here at the marina are incredibly friendly and you'll find just about everything you could ever need right here.

If you prefer not to bring your own boat to the lake, they do rent houseboats as well as fishing boats, jetskis and other watercraft. The rates are all very reasonable and all the equipment you'll need is usually included.

What kind of guest services are provided?

Guests can access the dock, but no slips or moorings are available. Please note that electricity is not available for guest use.

Is there a boat ramp? Yes, there is a boat ramp located at this location.

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Fees:

Marina Rates:

Monthly Seasonal Annual

8 X 20 $165 $150 $140

9 X 20 $200 $170 $150

10 X 20 $220 $190 $165

Campsite Rates

Day Week Month

Site

5/22 - 9/1 $36.00 NA NA

4/1 - 5/21

9/2 - 10/31 $22.75 $150.00 $425.00

Extra Person

5/22 - 9/1 $6.00 NA NA

4/1 - 5/21

9/2 - 10/31 $5.75 $27.75 $95.00

Boat Moorage

5/22 - 9/1 $12.50 NA NA

4/1 - 5/21

9/2 - 10/31 $7.75 $54.25 $160.00

Extra Vehicle

5/22- 9/1 $6.00 NA NA

4/1 - 5/21

9/2 - 10/31 $4.50 $24.00 $60.00

How to Get There:

Holiday Harbor is located 18 miles north of Redding at the O'Brien / Shasta Caverns Rd. Exit #695. Turn East on Shasta Caverns Rd. follow the double yellow line downhill exactly 1 mile. We are located on the McCloud arm of Lake Shasta next to Shasta Caverns.

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