Boating Basics
Channel Markers & Navigation Aids: 3 Types of Buoys
Almost 72 percent of the Earth is covered in water, making it seem like a boater’s paradise where sailors and powerboaters alike can climb onboard their vessel and head for [...]
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What Is a Sandbar Party? 7 Things to Expect
Sandbar parties are like any other party— great food, cold drinks, fun people, and good times… EXCEPT it happens to take place on a sandbar (a shallow beach-type spot where [...]
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What Is Propeller Pitch?
Your boat needs to perform properly to keep cruising speeds up and keep fuel consumption down. Both of these are important considerations to boat owners who are renting their boat [...]
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Beaching a Boat: How to Anchor on a Sandbar
Knowing how to anchor a boat at the beach will come in handy when the desire strikes to laze near the shore of a deserted beach or join a sandbar [...]
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Who Is Responsible for Avoiding a Collision on the Water?
One of the most dangerous, and expensive, situations for boaters is a collision with another object— especially with another vessel. While fiberglass and aluminum can be repaired, physical injuries caused [...]
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Docking a Pontoon Boat: 6 Easy Steps
Pontoon boats have exploded in popularity in the last decade, making them one of the most common types of boats on the water today. With lots of seating and enough [...]
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Boating for Beginners: How to Start Boating
America’s waterways have more beginner boaters than ever before! Since the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, many people have discovered boating as their new hobby, and more just keep coming. Most [...]
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What to Wear on a Sailing Trip
Going sailing for the first time and wondering what to wear? Time, place, type of sailing, and boat will necessitate different preparation. Start with these questions: Are you sailing for [...]
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Boat Camping 101: 8 Tips for Success
Boat camping is a great way to make the most of a weekend on the water. Boat camping can mean using the boat to reach a campsite on land or [...]
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Launching a Boat: Step-by-Step Guide
Learning how to launch a boat or personal watercraft (PWC) is key to expanding your boating skills. Once you know how to back up a boat trailer and properly launch [...]
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How to Load a Boat on a Trailer (Retrieving Your Boat)
You and your crew had a day of fun and adventure on the water, you’re nearing the dock, and it’s time to load your boat back onto its trailer. Also [...]
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Watersports Basics: How to Get Started
Some of the greatest moments in boating are spent trying out the various watersports! Our waterways hold a wealth of enjoyment. Watersports can be relaxing, they can be thrilling, and [...]
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