Tuesday, October 25, 2022
Your boat lift is holding truly precious cargo, and you want to be sure that it’s secure and safe. Not only will a poorly maintained boat lift not work properly, but it could also fail suddenly, which could damage your boat, lift, dock, or cause injuries to someone. Save yourself the potential embarrassment and considerableTuesday, October 4, 2022
A version of this article appeared in the Fall (September/October) 2022 of Great Lakes Scuttlebutt magazine. As a young marine technician, I worked with an old salt who swore that a well-designed hull doesn’t need trim tabs. He was probably right about some hulls, but generally, adding trim tabs can make a good hull performSaturday, September 17, 2022
Annapolis, MD – Fall boating season has arrived, and with it come different types of risks that cold water and air temperatures bring. Here are three boating safety tips from the BoatUS Foundation for Boating Safety and Clean Water just right for leaf peeping season. A float plan is needed: A float plan is as simple as tellingTuesday, September 13, 2022
A version of this article appeared in the Fall (September/October) 2022 of Great Lakes Scuttlebutt magazine. Good cooks are always welcome onboard. Next to the captain and navigator, the chef is an essential worker and can make the difference between a memorable cruise and a floating gulag. Anyone who can whip up a tasty treat in aSunday, September 11, 2022
A version of this article appeared in the Fall (September/October) 2022 of Great Lakes Scuttlebutt magazine. Everything is ready to go! It's a fantastic day on the water. Everyone is on board, and it's promising to be epic. I am now recalling a story from a great dock mate who relayed being on board with his little brother and familyMonday, August 29, 2022
Springfield, VA – With gas prices continuing to fall and the summer boating season coming to a close, more boaters are expected to take to the water this Labor Day holiday. Boat Owners Association of The United States (BoatUS), the nation’s largest advocacy, services and safety group with more than 800,000 dues-payingFriday, August 26, 2022
Your boat lift is holding truly precious cargo, and you want to be sure that it’s secure and safe. Not only will a poorly maintained boat lift not work properly, but it could also fail suddenly, which could damage your boat, lift, dock, or cause injuries to someone. Save yourself the potential embarrassment and considerableWednesday, August 24, 2022
As part of the 2022 marketing campaign, Discover Boating, powered by NMMA and MRAA, is partnering with media that align with the brand’s traditional, growth and emerging audiences to amplify the joys of boating and generate interest and awareness. With a strong interest in sports being a common thread across DiscoverWednesday, August 17, 2022
The emotional and physical benefits of being out in nature have been long documented, but a new academic study claims that the shimmering sights and sounds of a body of water are far better for us than any green space. With the average person spending 90 per cent of their life indoors, the need to fuel up on the social, cognitive,Monday, June 27, 2022
Going on a fishing trip by boat can be a fascinating experience for kids. They are usually intrigued by various things, including the captain’s work, smells, colors, and sounds related to the activity. However, without proper planning, an accident where a child is involved will most certainly turn a great outing into a
