New Boat Owner - Boating on Winnipesaukee

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I am a first time boat owner planning to spend some time on the lake this summer. I am familiar with the Paugus Bay and Meredith areas from renting cottages on the lake for the last few summers but this coming summer will be my first time on the lake with my own boat (New 18' Bayliner Element). Looking for any advice you would give a newbie. I am planning on picking up and studying the Bizer chart and I have already gotten the Boating USA (Navionics) app for my phone. Already have my boating cert. Any suggestions for good routes to take to start exploring the lake? My first goal is to be able to get from Paugus Bay to Meredith for lunch. Any other suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!!