With an open bow boat install at least a 50 lb thrust Minnkota electric trolling motor, bow mount foot control. Make space to put one or two deep cycle batteries, where it's out of your way. This is what i did on my Alumacraft 16' Lunker boat, starboard helm.
You can cut a piece of plywood to fit your bow area & carpet. Then install a chair with armrests. (I installed mine to the storage locker lid, ran some bolts, washers, nuts, through the lid.)
Have a bimini top with sides & backdrop canvas fitted pieces. Bring a long a small Coleman catalytic heater in the winter.