Submit best fishing photos for chance to win monthly prizes or a grand prize fishing trip with former pro angler Mark Zona Reel in a good catch lately? BoatUS has launched a new “Catch of the Month” photo contest where anglers can submit photos for a chance to win a fishing trip with Mark Zona, former...
BoatUS shares their annual list of the most popular boat names chosen by boaters So you just bought a boat and now you have the big decision of what to name it (and you thought shopping for the ideal boat size and model was a challenge!). For some, naming your boat can be one of the most...
How to create nautical nail styles accented with Jamberry nail wrap decals and using Sally Hansen (no light) Gel Polish… and have it last up to 2 weeks! Nail art and nautical nail designs are very popular these days. And of course as a boater I am naturally attracted to anything that has a nautical...
Round-up of the most viewed posts and popular topics on BoaterLifeOnline.com during 2014 What are boaters interested in? What boating lifestyle topics are the most popular right now? At the start of each new year I like to take a look back and see what topics are resonating most with readers. Since many articles on my...
Tips for keeping your dog or cat safe, happy and well cared for when cruising Ask any pet owner how their furry friend has changed their life, and you will get the same answer – high maintenance, but a best friend for life. Sailing, also a high maintenance hobby, can only become more difficult with...
Submit a boating life photograph for a chance to win gift card and place in 2016 member calendar Updated Contest for July 2015! Think your boating photo deserve to be showcased to thousands of boaters like you? Enter West Marine’s 4th annual boat photo contest and your photo may be featured in their calendar… and...
Break away from the office and telecommute from your boat with these ideas to make “work from boat” easier It’s every 9-5 boater’s dream – taking advantages of your job’s telecommuting privileges and working from the boat. In some cases you may be working from the boat for more than just Fridays – it may...
Simple safety reminders when you celebrate July 4th on the water There is nothing like spending fourth of July on your boat with family and friends. From joining mega boat raft-ups to watching fireworks exploding over the water, boating is one of the best ways to celebrate the 4th. But the 4th of July holiday is...
Photography tricks for catching great shots of your kids jumping from a boat into the water Last summer my oldest daughter finally got enough confidence to make the leap from our boat’s swim platform into the river. And once she learned how to do it there was no stopping her (except the unfortunate, yet inevitable,...
Guides and resources for boaters in hurricane states to prepare and protect boats during hurricane season The official start of the Atlantic “Hurricane Season” in the U.S. is June 1, and although most hurricanes hit later in the season it is never too early for boaters and marinas to start thinking about plans to prevent the worst...
Enter for a chance to give your Dad a $500 waterlife makeover this Father’s Day West Marine, the world’s largest retailer of waterlife-related products, has announced a new contest aimed at gearing up Dad for a summer of fun on the water. If your Dad’s boating or fishing gear has seen better days, this may...
Ways boaters can spend less money and still enjoy recreational boating without breaking their budget It’s no secret that boating costs money. You need to have a certain amount of discretionary income to enjoy the lifestyle, but you certainly don’t need to be rich if you are smart about how you boat. I always consider boating...
BoatUS shares their annual list of the most popular boat names UPDATE: Check out Most Popular Boat Names for 2016 where we compare top 10 boat names for 2016, 2015 & 2014 Naming your boat is one of the most difficult decisions a boater must face (after choosing what brand, style and size of boat...
Enter for a chance to win one of $5,000 West Marine Gift Cards in the $10,000 Dream Shopping Spree Sweepstakes Kicking off the 2014 spring boat season, Interlux and West Marine present the Dream Shopping Spree Sweepstakes with a chance for boaters to win one of two $5,000 gift cards for West Marine. CONTEST ENDED. The...