Boating Lifestyle
There is so much to love, and learn, about boating. That's why we created this library of articles, videos and blog posts to help you throughout your adventures.
Fire Extinguishers
The law requires fire extinguishers for most boats—a good idea, if there’s anything on your boat that could possibly burn. Read on to find out which extinguishers you should have on hand and what othe
Echo Sounders
One of the great mysteries of boating is wondering what lies beneath us, between the water and the bottom. An echo sounder can help us in our exploration of the world below the depths.
Why Choosy Parents Choose Boating
Take advantage of time you can spend on the water with family and friends. Here are some of the reasons we recommend the boating lifestyle to any family.
Sun Protection
Being on the water’s all about sun and fun, isn’t it? As they say, you can have too much of a good thing—and it’s all too easy to soak up more sun than you should’ve.
Electronics/Fishfinders
One of the great mysteries of boating is wondering what lurks beneath the waves—more specifically, how deep is the water, where are the submerged rocks, and where are the fish?
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Winterize Your Boat
When the boating season is winding down, it’s time to start thinking about protecting your valuable recreational asset.
Trolling Motors
A trolling motor is a small electric motor, located on the bow or stern (sometimes both), that’s used for moving a fishing boat through the water quietly, to avoid spooking the fish.
Flyfishing Essentials
The word “flyfishing” to many brings to mind bucolic scenes of men in waders standing in a river gorge. But those who know the sport also know that flyfishing from aboard a boat can be even more fun a
Parts of a Sailboat
Here's a list of all of the sailing terms you will need to get out on the water!
Traveling Toddlers: Keeping your Children Safe on a Boat
Boating with young children isn’t really all that different from putting them in the car and going out to the playground or swim park. You must have a process for preparing, traveling and enjoying you
Fly Fishing Boats
What are important things to look for in a fly fishing boat? Jon Boats, Walkarounds, Sport Fishing Boats, Centre Consoles
Nine ways to make your kids fall in love with boating
They say if your child hasn’t been bitten by the bug to fish or boat by the time they are 13, they likely never will take up either sport.