Proper use and maintenance of lifeboats to prevent accidents and ensure your life saving boat is ready when your crew needs it Although lifeboats are of course, by design, meant to be used to get you out of trouble and potentially save you from a spot of trouble, they can sometimes be involved in accidents themselves....
Step-by-step instructions and tips for inflating a boat quickly and easily Basking in the sun while riding on an inflatable boat can be an enjoyable experience for your family. Inflatable boats are practical boat equipment because they don’t need a huge backyard or a big space to store them during winter. Unlike aluminum, wood or...
Recommended products to protect your baby or kids from harmful UV rays of the hot summer sun while boating My kids love being on the boat and we spend a lot of time out in the sun. When we are not up at our marina’s pool swimming, you can usually find us anchored out on a nearby...
How to choose an anchor for your boat and your anchorage conditions for a secure and safe night out on the water Taking your boat out for a cruise can take boaters on wonderful adventures, with virtually thousands of magnificent destinations to choose from. Most areas also offer boaters a number of anchorages where you...
Boaters demonstrate how to use the Pocket Hose on a boat, showing how it offers quick and easy wash-downs in a lightweight, compact size ideal for transient boaters When we heard our boater friends rave about how much they love their “pocket hose”, we knew that it was something worth sharing. Recently our friends embarked on a two week Intracoastal Waterway Cruise and...
New downloadable iPhone boating apps enable portable GPS marine navigation that is convenient, cost-saving technology ideal for small boats Apple iPhones seem to be a popular smartphone choice because of their ease of use and wide availability of applications that enable special features. The boating industry has recognized this trend and is introducing new boating...
New or used pontoon boats can be easily updated with the latest boat accessories for boat seating, bimini tops, deck carpet, covers, boat tables, and more One of the most affordable boat styles on the market, a pontoon boat offers both comfort and fun for boaters. A variety of after-market upgrades and boat accessories enable...
Cool boat gear and nautical gift ideas for smaller or inexpensive stocking stuffer presents for the boater on your Christmas gift list Looking for some gift ideas for a boater? This collection of Christmas stocking stuffers features a variety of boating gift ideas that are perfect extra present for your favorite boater. Whether you are looking for a useful boat...
Get a firm grip on the side of your boat while cleaning your fiberglass boat hull in the water or boarding safely with a boat suction handle It’s always a bit tricky to try to scrub the hull of your boat while in the water. Usually you are struggling to stay afloat while cleaning the water...
How to find the perfect water resistant watch that is stylish and functional for water sport activities like boating, diving, fishing or swimming If you are looking to find the ideal watch that is both stylish and functional for your life on the water, then it may be worthwhile to give dive watches another look....
Biodegradable boat cleaning supplies are less harmful for the environment and are good choices for responsible boaters that want greener boating products As boaters it is important for us to protect our most valuable resources – the environment and the water sources we enjoy. Choosing green and environmentally friendly cleaning products for our boat is...
Make dining while boating more convenient cooking and gallery gear for your boat that saves storage space, requires less power to operate and functions well in a marine environment. Everyone works up an appetite while boating, but having meals on a boat can sometimes be challenging. Space is limited for cooking… and even more limited...
When boating with a baby, here are choices for safe and space-saving compact bed solutions for having a newborn infant or baby sleep inside a boat cabin Infants and babies tend to sleep very well on board a boat. The gentle water movement and rocking of a boat is very soothing and calming for a...
From navigation systems to marine stereos or fish finders, here are some marine electronic gifts that your favorite captain or first mate would love to have on their boat Boaters love to have the latest technology gadgets on their boat… so buying boating electronics as a gift is sure to please your favorite boater. Today’s...