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...
Recreational boaters need to be aware that invasive aquatic species on boats are both a maintenance and environmental issue If you rent or own a home, you’ll likely deal with your share of unwanted animal guests. After all, the revenues of pest control services in the U.S. were estimated at $12.29 billion as of 2016,...
As the summer boating season begins, some boaters are stepping up to protect the gentle manatees from harm The typical American moves about 12 times during their lifetime, and the state of Florida alone sees 1,000 new residents arrive every single day. But when the official state marine mammal starts to move around during this...
Sometimes decent vision and a few functioning brain cells are all you need. For sailors and power boaters alike, understanding marine weather conditions is vital to your safety on the water. You need to be able to assess changing weather patterns and adapt float plans accordingly. When it comes to predicting conditions for boaters, there are a...
Weather basics to help boaters predict bad weather, understand changing conditions on the water and have the right gear on board If you are an avid boater then you are more than likely going to experience foul weather on your boat – from extreme weather like tropical storms and hurricanes, to severe storms and rough...
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...
Clean and green boating tips to remember this spring for Earth Day and all season As the weather warms up and boaters everywhere are preparing for a fun season ahead, now is a great time for a reminder of why you love boating. Getting back to nature and enjoying your time on the water. All...
Boat fuel dock summer hires can get free spill training compliments of the BoatUS Foundation As boaters get ready for a busy boating season ahead, marinas, boat yards and clubs will be looking to hire additional dock hands for the summer. Some of these marina employees may be seasoned dock hands returning from previous years,...
How boaters can strive to be more environmentally friendly when running, cleaning and maintaining their boats Boaters understand better than most people the need for environmentally responsible behavior. Oceans and lakes have taken a lot of abuse over the past century from humanity, and the damage shows. No one wants to boat, swim or fish in...
Hurricane Sandy hits the northeast coast of the U.S. impacting boats and marinas still in the water in NJ, MD, DE and VA areas of the Chespeake Bay [Photos] Skipjack Cove Marina on Sassafras River,upper Chesapeake Bay For boaters along the northeast coast of the U.S., preparing your boat for a hurricane – especially at the end...
How to clean your boat while also protecting the environment by using eco-friendly products and techniques (Guest Post) Boating can be an absolutely wonderful experience. Going out to fish, waterski, explore, or just relax can be a highlight of any weekend or vacation. So why do boat owners have so many complaints, and where does that...
The Chesapeake Bay and the northern east coast of the U.S. rarely sees much damage with hurricanes or tropical storms, but boaters should still prepare their boats for strong winds and tidal surges from Hurricane Irene Updated as of Sunday August 28, 2011 Ever since Hurricane Isabel caused huge tidal surges along the east coast and...
Massive fish kill along shores of Maryland’s Chesapeake Bay is likely caused by rapid temperature drop in the water this winter The early January wash-up of a massive fish kill on the shores of the Chesapeake Bay in Maryland created immediate concern for residents after the widely reported bird and fish deaths in Arkansas, Louisiana and around the world. Over...
Extreme cold weather freezes rivers – Sassafras, Elk, Susquehanna, Chester, Patapsco – on the Chesapeake Bay in early December Boat owners in Maryland and Delaware getting a late start winterizing their boat – or even pulling their boat from the water for winter storage – were surprised to see that many of the rivers along the Chesapeake Bay were...