Armed with your protective layer of sunscreen, you get onboard your boat. The sun is shining bright, and there’s a light breeze, making it the perfect weather for boating. You crack open your beer can and relax on the cushioned seat on your boat’s deck as your friends dive into the lake’s warm water. For…
Deciding which boat dock material to buy can be a little tricky. For example, you might like the natural look and feel of wood. Though it’s an affordable dock material, it becomes quite costly due to its maintenance. It must be sealed regularly to keep it waterproof and safe from mold. Plastic is not considered…
Boating etiquette has been taught for more than hundreds of years. There are some rules set in stone that are enforced by law. Others are just good manners, sort of like when you first move into a house and see your neighbor on the street. Good etiquettes indicate you wave at them as a way…
Do you love fishing? You probably bring your day’s catch home and cook it in your kitchen. Why not cook it on your boat? Following are three simple fish recipes you enjoy with your family when boating: Butter Fish This fish recipe is as simple as it gets. It requires a few ingredients and a…
Most cruise ships don’t get the ease to approach a dock for disembarking. Some docks have narrow, shallower waterways, making navigation impossible or tricky for passenger ships. Some ships are too big for a port, so docking is not an option. As a result, the cruise ships anchor a small distance from the shore in…
Safe Boating Tips. Did you know that in 2020, there was an increase in boat buying in Canada? Sadly, COVID struck shortly after, and many people were instructed to stay in their houses. As a result, flights to many tourist countries were canceled, and activities in certain areas were stopped. When signs of the pandemic…
If you live in Ontario, you are probably familiar with most of the lakes here. A quick search online will reveal that the following lakes are considered the best for boating: The Great Lakes 30,000 Islands, Georgian Bay The Trent-Severn Waterway The 1,000 Islands – St Lawrence River The Muskoka Lakes The Rideau Canal The…
Ski vests, life vests, and life jackets are commonly used for personal floatation devices (PFDs). As the name says, a life jacket allows the wearer to stay afloat in case they fall off the boat. PFDs are also worn during watersports to prevent accidental drowning. There are different life jackets for kids and adults, and…
If you are planning to get a new dock for your lake house, we have plenty of suggestions. The type of construction material you choose will play an important role in its durability. One of the things that many dock owners are concerned about is maintenance. They don’t want to spend thousands of dollars and…
All new boaters gather around because we are about to tell the tales of boating safety. You probably feel slightly overwhelmed if you recently rented or purchased your first boat. Don’t worry because that’s how all boaters feel. Some are afraid of making the wrong turn. Some are afraid they might get stranded in the…