The Story

Behind Argo

Born from one boater’s desire to make exploring new waters easier, Argo has grown into a powerful navigation tool trusted by boaters across North America.

captain Jeff

Argo Navigation founder Jeff Foulk, grew up boating on the Chesapeake Bay…

He was always looking for new places to explore on the water, but finding those destinations often depended on knowing the right people or having local knowledge. While navigation apps and online communities had transformed the way people explored on land, Foulk saw an opportunity to create something built specifically for boaters: a way to discover, plan, and navigate new adventures on the water.

With the support of an experienced development team, Foulk set out to create an app that combined marine navigation with the knowledge and experiences of the boating community. Before Argo, boaters had to rely on a mix of different tools and resources to plan, navigate, and share their adventures.

Argo Team at the Seattle Boat Show 2024
Jeff on a pier
Captain Jeff and Flat Jeff out in the boating community
The Argo Painting

Named after the first ship to sail the seas…

Like the legendary ship it was named after, Argo was built to inspire exploration. Today, the app helps boaters confidently plan routes, navigate unfamiliar waters, and capture every adventure, while our team continues to expand the platform based on feedback from the people who use it every day.

Whether you’re looking for route ideas, destination recommendations, or advice from experienced boaters, the Argo community is always growing, making it easier than ever to discover what’s waiting beyond the next harbor.

Growing beyond navigation…

Today, Argo is part of Argo Technologies, a company focused on building innovative tools for life on the water.

In 2026, Argo Technologies acquired SpotOn Fishing, a fishing navigation app known for its high-resolution bathymetric maps and advanced weather visualization. Together, the two platforms combine SpotOn’s detailed mapping with Argo’s intelligent autorouting technology.

As both apps continue to grow, users will benefit from faster innovation and more powerful tools for navigation, route planning, weather, fishing, and exploring new waters.

Learn more about Spot On.

Jeff Foulk and Nick Gaffney at the Seattle boat show.
App screenshot of live weather.

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