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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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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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,
Need a last minute gift?
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
Enjoy Boating More
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
Gift for your First Mate
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
First Mate or Guest? Which?
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.
Crew Had to perform Antics! – No more
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
Save a First Mate Today!
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
How to Humiliate Your Wife
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