If you've ever hit a submerged object while boating, then you know that sinking feeling of dread that comes with the loud thump of something - and boy did it ... Read More

Submerged objects present a real danger to boaters. If you hit a submerged object while boating, you may pierce the hull of your vessel or harm your engine(s) or ... Read More

As the summer heats up, boaters are gathering all across the nation to celebrate their favorite activity with other like-minded people. To join a party near you, just check ... Read More

According to the National Hurricane Center, a tropical wave over the western Caribbean Sea has a 30 - 50 percent chance of developing into a tropical cyclone within the ... Read More

The 2009 Aquapolooza, Sea Ray's annual multi-location boating festival, is the largest boat party of the summer held during the last two weekends in July at more than 100 locations ... Read More

If you have a boat, then you are battling the scourge of mildew or you will battle it in the future. Since mildew thrives in dark, moist and warm ... Read More

Last week I suggested some gift ideas for Father's Day and received several valid responses back with the best boating gifts for Father's Day. Here are just a few: Personalized ... Read More

Consider this common boating scenario: Joe Boater wakes up on a fine Saturday morning to clear skies and the urge to take the boat out for the day. ... Read More

Department of the Interior Secretary Ken Salazar announced yesterday that $14.6 million will be awarded to 28 states under the Clean Vessel Act (CVA) grant program in 2009. “Clean Vessel Act ... Read More

Yesterday I blogged about needing new Father's Day gift ideas for boating dads. One idea was to personalize clothing or boat accessories with the boat's name. Another "Unique" ... Read More

With Father's Day only two weeks away, I am desperate for some ideas for my own father who is a Captain of a Lake Michigan charter fishing boat. I've ... Read More

With the Atlantic hurricane season officially upon us, I thought I would share a few tips for boaters on how to track hurricanes, or more accurately, follow hurricanes using internet ... Read More

Although NOAA forecasters say a near-normal Atlantic hurricane season is most likely this year, boat owners living in coastal areas need to prepare for the possibility of a storm making ... Read More