From Chubb As the weather warms up, many of us head to lakes, rivers, or the ocean to fish, waterski, cruise, and relax onboard a boat, yacht or other personal watercraft. With nearly 12 million registered recreational boats in the U.S.*, it’s no wonder the waterways are a popular place to go. But, before you head out with friends…
MAY 23, 2022 By Randy Randall June 2022 I know it may seem obvious, but boats are not cars. That said, every summer here at the marina, we have our share of bunged-up docks, bent props and smashed electrical towers, all because most new boat owners seem to think running a boat is as simple as driving a car. Too…
Published on May 21st, 2022 If you are anything like me, and have never used the engine kill cord when available, Emlie Barkow Veinot wants your attention. See below… she’s got mine. – Craig Leweck, Scuttlebutt In honor of National Safe Boating Week, it is time to take a real, honest look at wearing our Engine Cut-off Devices. This is…
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National Safe Boating Week, May 21-27: 3 Safety Changes You Need To Know Date Posted: 2022-05-09 From: Waterway Guide Source: BoatUS ANNAPOLIS, Md. – National Safe Boating Week arrives May 21–27 with an annual reminder for boaters to champion recreational boating safety all summer long. The BoatUS Foundation for Boating Safety and Clean Water suggests that boat owners need to know about…
BoatTest.com Apr 26, 2022 ARTICLE COURTESY OF PACIFIC POWERBOAT MAGAZINE Learning good anchoring etiquette is an important, fundamental skill of seamanship that every boat owner needs to master. The ability to moor safely comes from the ability to firmly set an anchor. Setting an anchor is not difficult, it just takes a little time and patience. You can’t just roar…
