Generations of How-To Boating Tips

The Information You Need to Buy the Right Boat, Handle it Easier and Enjoy Boating More.

Now, in what some people call semi-retirement, Doug and Brenda Dawson have combined their life times of boating experience and knowledge in Buy The Right Boat and First Mate 101 books,and a series of Docking e-Lessons, and Using Your Boat e-Lessons... all to help boaters enjoy their boats more.

Doug and Brenda are dedicated to help new and seasoned boaters, both power and sail, around the world to get more out of boating.

Read Articles, Stories, Quick Tips and even get lessons online to enhance your boating experience: docking, anchoring, knots, ramping, wakes, you name it, we've written about it for you.

Access Doug and Brenda's "Old Boat Brochure Library"--the largest in the world.

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Testimonials

"I dock my boat in an area with very strong currents and shifting winds. While I am getting better with practice after reading the introductory docking e-lesson, I am looking forward to learning more from the advanced docking e-lesson.

Hope I didn't bore you, but wanted to say thanks and let you know that what you are doing is saving not only boats, but also lives.

Keep up the good work! Boating knowledge allows you to live and fish another day and to come home safely to your loved ones.

Your work is important! Thanks again and tight lines."

Bill Pollok, VA

"An absolute five-star 'must read' for all boaters, seasoned or new , power or sail , big or small. Although my captain and I boated for 23 years aboard a 46 foot power boat, and occassionally 'switched hats', I wish this book had been published then.

'First Mate 101' is full of critical reminders, helpful new hints, practical suggestions and workable solutions... all offered up with humour, wisdom and incite."

Lee Bertouche, The LesLee III, ON

"In an industry where there are too many self proclaimed experts, Doug is truly the consummate professional. His incredible depth of industry knowledge... has been a wonderful resource for me.

He is a man with great personal integrity and I am proud to consider him a ... valued business associate.”

George Ward, Ward Yacht Sales, ON

"Doug has been my senior boat tester since the mid 80's. Two of his strongest characteristics are his honesty and integrity and ... I can't believe how much knowledge Doug has about boats... I highly recommend all boat buyers read his new book..."