Boat party at night

What To Wear To A Boat Party At Night

Are you going to be attending a boat party at night? If you’ve answered yes to this question, you’ll want to make sure that everything is perfect. Most importantly, you’ll need to wear appropriate attire. Otherwise, you’re going to stand out from the crowd and that will put you in an awkward situation. The problem is the fact that attempting …

First Time Boat Owner Tips [Owning a Boat for Dummies]

One would say, the old and retired people would love to do this, but no… every individual needs this kind of a holiday or a break in today’s stressful life. You just need a boat. One can rent a boat or even own one. Owning a boat is fun and exciting. You don’t have to go through the struggle of …

My Boat Smells Musty! [Why & How to Fix Boat Odors]

Boat odor is probably an issue you might have to deal with if you’ve kept your boat under sloppy conditions, locked up in your garage. If you own a boat, you’re most likely to reside in coastal regions, where the weather is humid more than half of the time. Tropical areas are more prone to growing mildew as well, especially …

boat equipment

Boat Items CheckList – Equipment You Need On-board!

Boating is more than just an activity; it is a passion few of those who sail and venture out into the vast bodies of water can understand. To ensure that one’s boat voyage is joyous and purposeful, it is important that a comprehensive planning is done beforehand and that all the safety and safety precautions have been undertaken. For that …

anchor on a recreational boat

How Do Most Anchors Hold a Recreational Boat in Place?

When we want to come to a complete stop and hold our position, we use an anchor. The process of anchoring a boat is not very difficult, you just need the right guidance. How do most anchors hold a recreational boat in place? This is a common question on boating exams. It may also be a question that someone new …

Best Location to Install an Anchor on A Pontoon Boat

So, you’ve just bought an anchor for your pontoon boat and are unsure where to install it. Using an anchor isn’t just as simple as throwing it overboard regardless of location. This isn’t the movies where characters just carelessly hurl the anchor into the water and it magically holds the boat in place. This is extremely bad practice and means …

fishing after a storm

Fishing After A Storm (The Good & The Bad)

Have you ever contemplated going fishing after a storm blows over? If so, you are not alone. While many avid fishermen only consider the idea, others go through with it. However, before you venture out near the waterways after a storm, you should consider the possibilities and understand what affects it has on the sea life. Storms can cause a …

How to Paint an Aluminum Boat (DIY Guide)

Your aluminum boat is vulnerable to a lot of abuse out on the water, this is especially so if you’re boating in saltwater. Elements such as UV radiation and sea life also have a negative effect on your boat. If you’ve had your boat for years, you’d probably have noticed your boats paint job slowly decaying. Worn out paint doesn’t …

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Where Should Fire Extinguishers Be Stored on a Boat? [The Best Place!]

Safety should always come first in every situation. Not having a fire extinguisher on your boat is extremely irresponsible. I wouldn’t step foot on a boat knowing that it doesn’t have the enough equipment to keep me safe. You never know when tragedy could strike. A peaceful boating trip with the family can quickly turn into a very dangerous, stressful …

Pontoon Boat Storage Solutions (Tips & Ideas)

Pontoons boats are not necessarily the largest of boats. This is especially so when using mini or compact pontoons boats. Pontoons boats are known for having very limited storage options. If your lucky, your seats may flip up or your tables may have storage compartments but besides this your pontoon is unlikely to have many other built in storage solutions. …