Safety

Because gasoline is a flammable and explosive substance, fueling your boat is fraught with danger. Failure to observe correct protocol when fueling could lead to thousands of dollars in damage and even cost people their lives. So, what should you do before fueling your boat? Incorrect fueling of a boat can have severe consequences. Always … Read more

What’s the best way to avoid overloading your boat? Your first step is to familiarize yourself with the weight capacity of the watercraft, which should be available either in the user’s manual or on the capacity plate provided. The weight capacity depends mostly on size, but other factors–such as weather conditions, engine type, and overall … Read more

Boating at night can be a beautiful experience. There’s something about being out on the moonlit water that awakens a primordial tug in our outdoor-loving natures. However, you need to know the dangers of boating at night. Here are some facts and helpful tips to keep in mind before launching a boat on your first … Read more

Which factors determine a safe speed for your watercraft? This is a question you might have asked yourself from time to time, especially when you’re coasting around in a new rig. The size of the craft is a major determining factor, as is the engine size. Other considerations, such as propeller style, may also come … Read more

Boating is one of those multipurpose water activities. Some people boat for the sake of cruising the water on a nice day, some for fishing, and some for the purpose of waterfowl hunting.  Regardless of why you boat, you may be wondering just how far you can take your boat into shallow waters. The answers … Read more

Pontoon boats are notorious for being different in terms of handling compared to standard (monohull) boats. This extends to their handling when docking, and some individuals are frightened at the task. In fact, it is a pretty straightforward task to dock a pontoon boat. What factors are involved? How fast should you go? Must you … Read more

Attaching a tow rope to your boat is essential if you plan to do any type of water sport activity, and knowing how to fasten it correctly is vital. Not only do you need to know how to tie it in terms of what knot to use, but there are also various types of ropes … Read more

Boating is all fun and games until you’re caught off guard by bad weather. And as a storm brews, it might be challenging even for the most experienced of mariners to navigate safely. To help you out, we take a look at what to do when caught in a storm in your boat.  When caught … Read more

If your boat’s motor catches fire when you’re out on the water, it can be terrifying. Knowing that the fire will spread across your expensive vessel is already alarming enough, and worse yet, you might not have anywhere to go. What should you do if the motor on your boat catches fire? You should turn … Read more