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Every boat should carry a first aid kit to cope with any medical emergencies that may arise. Here are some items to include in a basic first aid kit... more »

How to Build a Floating Dock

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If you have a boat you want to dock or live by a lake where you'd like to swim off of a floating dock, then buy some pressure-treated wood and foam pieces. You can build a floating dock in a single day, though you may need some good strong arms ... more »

How to Change a MerCruiser's Water Separating Fuel Filter

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A MerCruiser is an inboard motor for a boat. Boat motors require routine maintenance to keep them running smoothly year after year. Changing a water separating fuel filter is part of that routine. The water separating fuel filter's primary ... more »

How to Find a Keelboat Sailing School

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If you dream of sailing big boats, maybe you should skip small boats altogether... more »

How to Identify Parts of a Sailboat

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How to point out and learn the parts of a sailboat.. more »

How to Install a Marine Audio System

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Once you've decided on the components and layout of your boat's audio system, you might try installing the components yourself. However, if you're not a committed do-it-yourselfer, you might want the audio shop to install it instead... more »

How to Live in a Yacht

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There's a big difference between being a dock rat and living aboard a broken down old boat and taking up residence on a well-maintained yacht. Whether you plan to live aboard your yacht in the summer or just charter a yacht for an extended period ... more »

How to Read a Tide Table

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Tide charts can seem a confusing when you first begin using them. By studying them and practicing, you easily can use them. Follow these instructions, and you'll become adept at using the tide table... more »

How to Remove Barnacles From a Boat

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You probably didn't intend for your boat to serve as a home to barnacles. Unfortunately, adult barnacles love to attach on to surfaces such as fiberglass or aluminum, making your boat a barnacle-friendly place. While these crustaceans seem ... more »

How to Repair a Boat Trailer

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Continual immersion in water along with regular weathering and road wear can mean major problems for your boat trailer. Here are a few steps you can take in order to perform proper seasonal maintenance and repair on your boat trailer to keep you ... more »

How to Ride a Gondola in Venice, Italy

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The ultimate experience for the true romantic is a gondola ride in Venice, Italy. There's nothing dreamier than getting cozy and snuggling in a red velvet-cushioned gondola while the gondolier serenades you with exquisite songs. As regal as this ... more »

How to Rig a Dinghy

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Getting your sailing dinghy ready to sail may be easier than you think... more »

How to Survive When Fallen Overboard

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The Coast Guard has a "50-50-50" rule: You have a 50-percent survival rate if you are in 50 degree F water for 50 minutes. However, you can increase those odds if you stay calm and know what to do to survive... more »

How to Tie a Crown Knot When Boating

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The crown knot is a useful knot for managing lines that are fraying or are in the middle of being spliced. The crown knot is strong, neat and simple to tie. If you're dealing with a multi-strand rope or line, follow these steps to tie the ... more »

How to Winterize a Boat Motor

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It signifies the end of summer when you pull the boat out of the water and get it ready for winter storage. Of course, if you own a boat you know it's not quite that simple. You have to winterize the motor, which is probably the most important ... more »

How to Back Up a Trailer

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Backing up a car is easy. You just spin the steering wheel in the counter direction that the back end of the vehicle needs to end up. Backing up a trailer is completely different. It requires skill and knowledge. Follow these steps to learn how ... more »

How to Buy a Boat on eBay

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eBay is a big auction bazaar where you can buy almost any item imaginable simply by being the highest bidder. Some items are one-of-a-kind and many are bargains. Being well informed about how the site works and about the items you want to buy is ... more »

How to Buy a Boat Propeller

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Having the right propeller for your boat is just as important as having a good engine. Get one that's appropriate for your boat and engine, and you will be able to get maximum performance out of the boat. Follow the correct procedures for ... more »

How to Buy a Jet Boat

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Jet boats are extremely maneuverable and can skim so lightly across the water that they are great for recreational outings on shallow rivers as well as lakes. Without the danger of a spinning propeller, jet boats are excellent for pulling water ... more »

How to Buy a Pontoon Boat

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Cruising along on a Sunday afternoon in a pontoon boat can be fun, relaxing and great way to spend your time. Whether the boat is used for skiing, fishing or as a party boat, determining the type of boat you want to buy ahead of time is important... more »

How to Buy a Rowboat

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When you set out to buy a rowboat you want to make sure you have a piece of gear that will satisfy your outdoor sporting needs. Because a rowboat represents a serious investment, you must remember to take your time before committing to a decision... more »

How to Buy a Sailboat

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Buying a sailboat, whether new or used, isn’t quite the same as heading down to your local car dealership and driving home in a new car. A lot of time and consideration should go into this purchase, since it can not only cost more than a car but ... more »

How to Buy a Used Outboard Motor

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Assuming you have already set your heart on getting a used outboard motor, here are some steps to lead you. Different motors can do different things. One motor can do a little of this and that, but each motor has a reputation for something. Find ... more »

How to Buy an Outboard Motor

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You're thinking about replacing your old, tired two-stroke outboard motor because it's in your garage for repairs once again. Outboard motors went through a dramatic change in design over that last few years, mostly because the EPA's 2006 ... more »

How to Buy Boat Propeller Material

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Picking the right boat propeller requires more than knowing the size and pitch of the propeller that you need. By knowing more about the different materials that boat propellers are made of, you can be assured that you are getting the propeller ... more »

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