6 Tips for Having Fun On the Water In Winter

As the weather cools down, it can get harder to keep living your life out on the water. However, there are still ways you can enjoy kayaking, fishing, boating, and more. If you are in warmer places, like Florida, the air is merely brisk, though even regions in Florida can get cold in the winter. No matter where you are, these tips, from wearing men fishing shirts under your jackets to keep you warm and dry to eating carbs before activities. Here are tips for having fun on the water during the winter.

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Watch the Weather

Keep an eye on the weather. Install a trusted weather app on your phone and keep checking the clouds. The weather can often change quickly in the winter, and you don’t want to be caught out in a freak windstorm or snow. If you know the weather patterns in the area, this can be easier. For example, in Florida, a cold front moves in every week or so, bringing windy conditions that are unsafe for being on the water. After two or three days, the storm passes, and it’s safe again.

Wear the Right Clothes

Layer up. If you are on the water, long sleeve fishing shirts are perfect, as they will keep you warm and dry. If you are in a warmer area, such as Florida, performance fishing shirts will keep you cool, even in long sleeves. The right apparel can also protect you from the sun’s UV rays, helping ward off sunburn. Be sure to wear clothes that are useful for your water activity. If you are kayaking, bring gloves that won’t hamper paddling. If you are fishing and there’s snow, bring goggles.

Eat Carbs

If the weather is cold and you will be doing more physical activity, such as kayaking or canoeing, eat carbs one to four hours before hitting the water. You can have cereal, rice, or even a sandwich. The extra energy from the carbs will help you counter the calories spent keeping your body heat up. Pack granola bars for snacks as well.

Be Sure to Stretch

Stretching before your water activity will not only help your muscles get ready for working in the cold but also help keep you warm. You don’t want to cramp up in the cold when jumping from rock to rock to find the best fishing spot.

Keep Your Head Dry

Wearing a fishing shirt for men will keep your body dry, but you will need something to keep your head dry unless the shirt comes with a hood. Cold water splashing in your ears can affect your equilibrium, making it dangerous to have fun. Instead, keep your head warm and dry, such as with a thick hat.

Drink Cider, Not Tea or Coffee

Keeping a thermos of hot cider can help you warm up, and the sugar is ideal for providing your body with energy while helping you maintain a higher body temperature. This is something tea and coffee can’t do with caffeine. If you are going to live life on the water in winter, bring a thermos of cider or hot chocolate.

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