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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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, …
for the Boater on Your Christmas List? Merry Christmas from us on our boat to you on yours. Christmas is coming, Is there someone you’ve missed? Do you need one …
Back in 2003, Doug and I witnessed many new boaters and even veteran boaters, really struggling with their boats, handling them in close quarters, docking, anchoring, communicating, tying knots, hanging …
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 …
Recreational boating has been a big part of my life and all of Doug’s life. He was born and raised at the family marina, Dawson’s Marina Limited on Lake Simcoe. …
We’ve all heard horror stories of bad boat dockings—some of us have even experienced them. There is nothing worse than a bad docking to put a damper on boating, a …
There is no better time to Save a First Mate than today —unless of course, your Mother is a First Mate. Then what better time to save a First Mate …
Tom and Wilma, who had dreamed of boating for years, were finally able to buy their first boat. They took delivery and excitedly prepared to be boaters and enjoy life …