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Undocking OMG!

Undocking Disaster

July 11, 2019 / Boating 101

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 […]

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Art Dawson

Thanks Dad for all you taught me

June 10, 2019 / Boating 101, Lifestyle

Art Dawson, Dawson’s Marina Limited, Keswick, ON Canada

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NEVER, NEVER, NEVER

June 2, 2019 / Docking, Boating 101, Lifestyle / Docking

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

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Twins are NOT Identical

May 28, 2019 / Lifestyle

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

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Docking a Twin with only One Engine

May 15, 2019 / Boating 101 / Docking

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

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How to Dock a Houseboat

April 20, 2019 / Docking, Boating 101 / Docking, houseboat

Without Instructions, You’re Doomed to Frustration…Each Drive System Has it’s Own Set of Tricks and it’s Own Set of Docking Tips Each Boat Docking e-Lesson gives you a great return

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Surprise After Blizzard Rips Thru Marina

April 18, 2019 / Boating 101 / Canvas, Weather, Winterizing

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

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Docking SHOULD be EASY

April 10, 2019 / Boating 101 / Docking

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

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Boat Buying Tip – Buy a Boat that FITS

February 27, 2019 / Boating 101 / Boat Buying, Docking

With so many boats to choose from, it is easy for a new boat buyer to be overwhelmed, and as a result, buy a boat based on emotion and excitement

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Boat Buying Tip – Choosing a Boat Dealer

February 18, 2019 / Boating 101 / Boat Buying

There are so many differences between boats as well as Boat Dealers. Boat Shows provide an excellent opportunity to not only compare boats; but also, to compare Boat Dealers. With

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Boat Buying Tip – Car vs Boat

January 28, 2019 / Boating 101 / Boat Buying

Buying a Boat is Different Than Buying a Car  VS Buying a car is easy You shop the local dealers, buy from one of them, take your car home and

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Gift for your First Mate

December 3, 2018 / Lifestyle / First Mate, Gifts

For the First Mate on your Christmas list, finding the perfect gift can be quite a challenge. Why not give a gift that makes life easier and more fun aboard

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