Captain Tyler Ryan

Captain Tyler Ryan If you are new to boating, or just want to brush up on some specific skills, Captain Tyler is your guide to all things Lake Murray.

Captain Tyler Ryan is a United States Coast Guard licensed Master Boat Captain, and Nationally Certified Power Boat Instructor based on Lake Murray, South Carolina. From amazing experiences on the water, learning about the amazing history of "Miss Murray," spending a lazy day on one of the many beaches accessed only by boat, to checking out some of the amazing real estate, you will love the feeling of wind in your hair. Captain Tyler has been in around the water his whole life, growing up in the lakes of New Hampshire and Vermont, several years in Charleston, playing up and down the Intracoastal Waterway, and then to The Midlands of South Carolina on Lake Murray. Captain Tyler is also an avid water sports fan, and operates AquaFun Paddle, which rents kayaks and standup paddle boards. He is an instructor for both, as well. In addition to charters and tours Captain Tyler provides hands-on boat instruction to new boaters, and even serves as an Adjunct Professor in the University of South Carolina's Physical Education Program, teaching boating and sailing to USC students. He also leads jet ski tours and instruction. Captain Tyler holds a United States Coast Guard Boat Charter Captain License.

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09/30/2026

Fall trips are THE BEST! Quiet, pretty, and perfect!

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09/29/2026

Backing a boat, but specifically a pontoon into a slip on a smooth day takes a little practice, and on a breezy day, it can be down right challenging! The key is a LOT of Neutral - it is your friend.

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09/23/2026

You will find No Wake Zones in a myriad of places, for various reasons, and generally around high traffic areas, or places you might have paddle sports, etc., and they serve a very important purpose - to slow boats down, and give more reaction time.

Please adhere to the No Wake rules, and remember what it means. NO WAKE - it isn't always a specific speed or RPM, as the rules dictate you "maintain steerage."

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09/18/2026

So there are about 400 reasons your boat doesn't start - #1 because it is a BOAT! That having been said, if you jump on your water horse, and she doesn't turn over, there are 3 quick things you can check before you call Sea Tow.

Is your power on?
Is it in Neutral?
Is your kill switch in?

Take a moment and check - beyond that, there may be a bigger problem...and get ready to B.O.A.T.

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09/16/2026

I know that when it is wicked hot, and you are trying to get the boat on the trailer (for an hour), and the kids are bored, it is easy to tell them to take a swim...but DON'T!

Think about 2 things - first, the amount of boat traffic that is in and out of a marina...but then all the boats that are just sitting, leaking oil and gas, and then the gas dock...unless you are going to wash them down with Dawn when you get home, let them be bored, and not swim in danger.

Learn It. Float It. Boat It.

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09/07/2026

You know how when you get on an airplane or take a cruise, you get the hear the "safety briefing?" Believe it or not, it is not only federally required, but it is IMPORTANT.

AND, it is something you need to do for your guests who haven't been on your boat. It doesn't have to be as perfect as the stewardess on Delta, but you want to tell your guests things like WHERE the lifejackets are, where you keep the throwable, the location of fire extinguishers, and even (REALLY) the basics of how to operate the boat.

Learn It. Float It. Boat It.

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If you are thinking about getting into the boating world, there are three main options - Rent, Buy, or Club.Captain Tyle...
08/31/2026

If you are thinking about getting into the boating world, there are three main options - Rent, Buy, or Club.

Captain Tyler and Captain Matt discuss the pros and cons of each on this week's The Nautical Nonsense Podcast

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08/26/2026

When you are looking to put your boat into a slip, the key is SLOW. Period. (just wanted to make the point) A pivot turn is going to be a great option, using the push and pull mentality - remember, a pontoon only turns by being pushed or pulled from the rear. With that in mind get used to the STEER BEFORE YOU GEAR idea. It is your friend. Lots of neutral, and small, slow bumps into gear to get it around.

Be mindful of where your wind is, and how it will impact your dockage. SLOW is the game - BUT power is the way you defeat the wind or current.

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08/25/2026

In a crossing situation, where you have a boat coming from your port (left) side, THEY are the "give-way" meaning that by law, they are to turn to their starboard (right) and go in behind you. You also have a job, it is maintain course and speed.

Obviously, if you have a boat to YOUR starboard, you are the give-way vessel.

Remember, that is up to you - and EVERY boater to do everything reasonable to avoid a wreck on the water.

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