Making the most of the last day on the boat with winterizing maintenance, a dock stroll, marina fun and an epic last sunset of the boating season The end of boating season usually comes faster than we’d like, but when cold weather looms we need to get ready to wrap up another season of fun...
Author: Diane Seltzer
5 New Boat Trends from 2018 Fort Lauderdale Boat Show
FLIBS 2018 boat show highlights with 5 boat design trends dominating new boat model debuts [with VIDEO highlights] The fall boat show season is officially underway when new boat models debut at the annual Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (also known as FLIBS). In fact, more new boats make an official debut at FLIBS then...
Newport Boat Show 2018 – New Boats and Boat Show Fun
A fun-filled 2018 Newport Boat Show with clam chowder, a Dixieland Band & 8 new boats with SureShade… including Jimmy Buffett’s sail boat! [VIDEO HIGHLIGHTS] Each year it seems more and more boat builders are choosing to debut their new boat models earlier in the fall boat season, rather than waiting for the typical debut...
How to Replace a Boat Sink Faucet on a Sea Ray
Easy boat upgrade project swapping a worn-out sink faucet with a shiny new one for a Sea Ray boat basin [with how-to VIDEO] Sometimes its the little things that make a big difference on a boat. And its even better when the project is easy and affordable (how often do you get to say that...
New “Vest Friends” Campaign Promotes Life Jackets & Boat Safety
Sea Tow Foundation has announced the launch of a new social media campaign called “Vest Friends” to promote wearing life jackets The Sea Tow Foundation – a nationwide nonprofit dedicated to the education and promotion of safe boating practices – debuts a new social media campaign they hope will encourage more people to wear life jackets…...
More Than 63,000 Boats Damaged or Destroyed by Hurricanes Harvey and Irma
Boat US reports on thousands of recreational boats badly damaged or completely destroyed by 2017 Hurricane Harvey and Irma in the U.S. [VIDEO with PHOTOS] The hurricane season in the U.S. and Caribbean islands was particularly bad for both residents and boaters during the 2017 hurricane season. While some areas got “lucky” (like parts of...
Best Time of the Year to Donate a Boat to Charity
What time of the year will get you the biggest tax deduction for your boat donation? When it comes to making charitable donations, most people tend to think about donating at the end of the year. But when it comes to boats, a boat donation may not get you a maximum deduction amount at year end....
Boating with Your Dog – How to Keep it Fun & Safe
Safety and comfort tips to keep in mind before bringing your water-loving boat dog out on your boat [Video and Infographic] Power or sail, you’ll find dogs on board boats everywhere you go. Ensuring your dog is safe and comfortable with your boat – and life on board – will do wonders for making boating with dogs as...
New Pandora Radio Boating Station: West Marine Waterlife Radio
West Marine Relaunches Waterlife Station on Pandora Radio with New Playlist of Music for Life on the Water West Marine, the world’s premier Waterlife Outfitter, has announced the relaunch of its signature Waterlife station on Pandora Radio. Water enthusiasts everywhere are invited to tune in and spend time listening to a selection of music that speaks to good...
Best Holiday Boating Posts and Images on Instagram
16 Instagram posts and images that capture the Christmas holiday spirit in a very nautical way Scrolling through your Instagram feed over the holidays, you can’t help but notice a boat-load of really creative holiday posts and images for boating. Posts range from customized images using fun, shareable Instagram post maker templates to fun holiday...
5 Hot New Boat Trends from 2016 Fort Lauderdale Boat Show
Boat Design Trends that Boat Builders are Choosing for New Boats Each year boat builders choose the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show to debut their latest boat models to the public. The Fort Lauderdale Boat Show (also known as FLIBS) runs the first week of November, making it the ideal time to launch the next...
West Marine #2016Bucks4Me July 4th Selfie Contest
West Marine Launches “Red, White, Blue & a Selfie Too” Social Media Contest through July 4th West Marine, the world’s premier Waterlife Outfitter, is giving America’s love of selfies a patriotic twist with its first “Red, White, Blue & a Selfie Too” social media contest, offering participants the chance to win a $2,016 West Marine gift card. CONTEST ENDED....
Top Boating Products for 2016
Boating Industry Magazine selects products as best new innovations introduced in boating throughout 2015 Each year, Boating Industry magazine (the trade magazine for businesses in boating) releases a list of the top new products in the boating industry as part of their annual quest for new products and innovations. Selected by Boating Industry magazine editors, the...
Spring Boat Commissioning: 8 Mistakes for Boaters to Avoid
Commissioning your boat at the start of boating season requires a lot more than removing your boat cover and slapping on some bottom paint. In fact, proper spring boat commissioning can make a big difference in the safety and longevity of your boat. From minor nuisance mistakes that can cause you a lot of aggravation, to...