Swim Platform – Safe or Not?
Mary recently asked: “Is it safe to use the swim platform to stand on while backing into a slip?” “There’s a sign on our boat that warns not to stand […]
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Docking
Ditch Your Car Brain – Launch Your Boat Brain
Why You Should Never “Park” a Boat Like a Car Picture this: You’ve had a beautiful day on the water. The sun is setting, the marina is busy, and you’re
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Docking Made Easy
Learn from a Fifth-Generation Expert. Docking a boat is one of those essential skills every boater dreams of mastering. Whether you’re new to the water or a seasoned captain, nailing
Don’t Buy an “Excuse-Me” Boat
Ahoy, boating enthusiasts! Boat shows are like Disneyland for us sea-loving souls. Rows upon rows of shiny new vessels, each one calling out to you with promises of adventure. But
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Make Friends With Your Fenders
Fenders are essential to protect your boat, but they can only do their job if they are hung properly. The right placement, at the right height and time, is crucial
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Docking With Toddlers
Boating with a young family can be an exhilarating experience, but it can also be more challenging for Mom; when managing toddlers AND managing dock lines while Dad is driving
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Fall Boating is like a Roll of Toilet Paper
Andy Rooney, known for his words of wisdom, once said that “Life is like a roll of toilet paper. The closer it gets to the end, the faster it goes”.
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1 Boat Docking Instruction Does NOT Fit All Boats
All those boaters who need dock helpers to dock their boats, might as well put a big flashing neon billboard on their roof. “I can’t dock my boat. Help!” They
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Better Docking Skills = More Enjoyable Boating
The last 50 feet coming back to the dock or slip are the most stressful part of boating for way too many boaters who may need to top up their
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Guests Aboard are not Mind Readers
Last week, we invited two long time non-boater friends to join us for a cruise aboard our 30’ “Windy”, anchor for lunch and a swim. The weather was partly cloudy,
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Throw a Loop over a Dock Cleat
When coming into your slip to dock, do questions like this race through your mind? For a high percentage of boaters, the last few feet when docking cause anxiety, panic
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Fear of Docking
“OMG” she thought as her dad was bringing the boat into the dock after a beautiful fun-filled day on the water. Terror and fear filled her being as she raced
