Whether your boat is a large sailing vessel or a small fishing boat, it needs proper maintenance in order to look its best. Painting your boat ensures a fresh look and a fun watercraft. If you choose to tackle a new paint job without the help of ... more »
Aluminum boats are great for short trips on the water. Fisherman and other sportsman love a high quality aluminum boat for their outdoor adventures. To ensure a great ride on the water and keep your boat in tip-top shape, you should maintain and ... more »
Once you have determined where you are fishing and have secured your charter boat for the day, you are ready to plan for your charter boat trip. You are going to be out on the water, and the kind of day and the roughness or calmness of the water ... more »
On a boating excursion, you enjoy the sun on your face, the wind in your hair and the spray of water on your skin. Without the proper precautions, however, a fun day on the boat can quickly turn dangerous. Read this article for important boat ... more »
A lazy day on the lake in a boat can be the perfect vacation for those who don't want to travel far for a getaway. Because your boat is an investment, you'll want to keep it in good shape for many years. When it's time to apply a new finish, use ... more »
Carbon monoxide is the gas produced by burning carbon-based fuels, like gasoline, propane, charcoal and oil. It enters the bloodstream through the lungs, dangerously displacing the body's oxygen. Each year, carbon monoxide emissions from engines, ... more »
If a fire starts on your boat, all the water that surrounds you isn't going to help you to extinguish the blaze. Having the proper equipment is the only way to keep you and your passengers safe... more »
By: Cary Clack.... Every marina has different rules for what must be done by boat owners in the face of an approaching hurricane. In the wake of Katrina and Wilma, states are beginning to pass laws requiring boat owners to prepare their boats in ... more »
If you enjoy boating, you’re probably well aware that birds such as seagulls, cormorants, and even pigeons love using masts, spreaders and canvases as waterfront perches. It’s a situation that happens all too often: a boat owner plans to take ... more »
No need to buy those expensive gadgets at the marine store. This will teach you an old fashioned simple way to think about what your can create like McGiver(old TV show)used to do... more »
Inflatable rafts are composed of many different air chambers. Pumping air into these chambers properly will lead to a more enjoyable rafting experience. Also, it is easier to pump up the raft if you pump the sections of the boat in the order ... more »
Naturally, one of the unspoken rules of boating is, "Don't drive your boat on the rocks." Some experiential learners, however, may accidentally break this rule when challenging the shallows. Once on the rocks, it is good to know how to get off ... more »
If you're enjoying a day on your boat and suddenly there's a boat fire, you must be able to put it out quickly and effectively. Follow these steps so that you'll have the right equipment and know how to use it... more »
Because rowing is a sport with obvious aerobic benefits, many people take it up for exercise. But if you've got that competitive edge, racing may be more interesting. Scull racing is an easy way to get started, since you don't need a partner... more »
Tide charts are an essential tool for anyone who owns or uses a boat. Tides make a full cycle every six hours, and high tide during a full or new moon means a higher water level than during a quarter moon. Many slips, marine cranes and waterways ... more »
Rough waters are all in a day's work while sailing and can leave your dinghy on its side or upside down. If you find yourself in the water with a capsized dinghy, you'll need to get it upright and you might not have help from another crew... more »
In most states, you must register any motor driven boat before taking it on the water. This registration contains important information including vessel number, make and model, its length and the manufacturer's ID number. Make sure that your ... more »
They were one of the wealthiest families in America. They influenced business, art, philanthropy, transportation, architecture, sport, fashion, music and journalism. But who were its major players?.. more »
After a season or a day of sailing, you may need to remove your sailboat from the water. It can seem like a tedious task, but you should follow these directions to keep your sailboat in good shape and not get rusty or wear out... more »
Infesting Europe for centuries, zebra mussels were thought to be inadvertently carried on the hull of a ship and introduced into North America around 1988. Since then many fishermen have had to clean zebra mussels from the hulls of their boats. ... more »
Owning a boat is a luxury that many people thoroughly enjoy. When the fun time is over, you have to have a place to dock your boat. Finding dock space for a boat can be a little more challenging than one would think... more »
When it's time to take the boat out of the water for the season or you just need to move your boat, you're going to need a trailer. If you don't own a trailer, then you'll need to borrow a trailer or rent a boat trailer... more »
Paddle boating is an awesome way to experience a beautiful lake or pond with all its wildlife. It's cheap and you don't need a boating license to rent one--in fact, all you need is common sense and two legs. Think about few things if you are ... more »
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