Lifestyle

Paper or Electronic or ? In the USA, since the 1860s, NOAA’s (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration) traditional paper charts have been printed using the lithographic process. Since they are […]

The Polar Vortex has had North America in its grip for far too long, reminding us of the winters in the 60’s and 70’s. The humorous picture making its way

Is now the right time to buy a boat and which is the right boat to buy? When buying a car, you look for one that suits your needs whether

* We do NOT have Owner’s Manuals * Doug and Brenda Dawson have a library of thousands of old boat brochures (i.e. catalogues/sales literature), You can see a complete list

On Saturday December 21, 2013 as the summer-style winter storm was roaring up the centre of the US into Canada, I took a quick moment to enjoy something different than

For many boaters, the summer boating season has ended and their boats are being hauled, or have already been hauled, and winterized ready for the cold winter months. There are

It is sad to have to say this, but the reality is, winter is just around the corner. Many boaters in the Northern Hemisphere, have already hauled and stored their

44 degrees celcius (115 degrees F) greeted us when we stepped out of the office to our deck for lunch this afternoon. “This is crazy” we thought. “This is summer

Following our “Canvas Straps Damage Clear Windows” article, David asks “Could you tell me the best way to clean the windows on our boat (not the glass) but the plastic”.

Over time, most boaters learn the tricks of getting on and off a boat or dock, in and out of a dinghy. Most often it’s by trial and error with

Unlike the ostrich that sticks its head down a hole in the sand to hide from troubles, you need to stick your head down your bilge. Each time you return