Abstract: A flat bottom boat including an upper hull portion and a lower hull portion. The upper hull portion has a first width and a lower surface. The lower hull portion has a second width that is less than a first width. The lower hull portion extends from a lower edge of the upper hull portion. A lower surface of the lower hull portion is substantially flat.

Abstract: A watercraft with lifting apparatus including a watercraft and a lifting apparatus. The lifting apparatus includes a frame, a lift frame assembly, a first engagement mechanism, a second engagement mechanism and a pivot mechanism. The frame is mounted to the watercraft. The lift frame assembly has a first end and a second end. The first engagement mechanism is capable of causing the first end of the lift frame assembly to engage the frame. The second engagement mechanism is capable of causing the second end of the lift frame assembly to engage the frame. The pivot mechanism causes the lift frame assembly to pivot with respect to the frame.