“I didn’t know my boat would do THAAAAT!” We often hear this statement of amazement when teaching boaters (both power and sail) to boat handling in the confines of a …
I DID NOT KNOW My Boat Would do That! Boat Handling Read More »
Last week I wrote about Colonel Potter from MASH and his memorable quote, “I know what I’m talking about”. This is an expression I still want to use many, many …
Docking Chaos – #3 and #4 Read More »
“I know what I’m talking about!” said Colonel Sherman T. Potter from the popular MASH TV series from 1972 until 1983 when he was debating with the other doctors. I’ve …
Docking Chaos #1 & #2 – Not Unusual Read More »
Boat builders design boats to accommodate boaters’ needs; most with a head and galley. Some are small while some are quite roomy, but all are fully functioning. Galleys have running …
In “the olden days”, ships did not have bathrooms. As unclean as it may sound, their system worked for them at that time. Beyond the bow of the boat there …
Why is the “Head” called a “Head”? Read More »
Sometimes, you can learn to dock and handle your boat by watching, or asking another boater; BUT, only if they have a boat the same as yours, with the same …
Undocking Disaster Read More »
Art Dawson, Dawson’s Marina Limited, Keswick, ON Canada
Boating should not only be FUN, it should also be SAFE for the First Mate and crew. After all, this is a time for you and your family to escape …
NEVER, NEVER, NEVER Read More »
Boaters who downsize their boat, experience more than just difference in size. Quite often, it involves a different drive system as well. A common misconception is that twins are twins …
Twins are NOT Identical Read More »
Many of us have driven a car with one flat tire, but how many have driven with two flat tires on the same side? That’s what it is like to …
Docking a Twin with only One Engine Read More »
Severe winter storms with blizzards, snow and high winds are a recipe for tarp and shrink wrap damage on boats stored for the winter. One Monday in late February, all …
Surprise After Blizzard Rips Thru Marina Read More »
Yes, docking your boat should be EASY; but, so many boaters are challenged every time they approach or leave their dock or slip. There are so many variables to deal …
Docking SHOULD be EASY Read More »