Powerboats (11)
When you are considering buying a boat, there are many types of boats to choose from. Learn about types of boats, read reviews and get boat buying advice to make buying a boat easy, and to choose the one that best meets your boating needs.
Maintenance and Repair (10)
Like cars, all boats require regular care and maintenance, and sometimes, repairs. Whether you are a do-it-yourself person, or prefer to let professionals service your boat, this is your source for information and answers to questions about boat maintenance, service, and repairs.
Engines/ Drives/ Propellers (6)
Is your boat’s propulsion system a mystery to you? Knowing what makes your boat go and how to properly care for the engine, drive and propeller has a significant impact upon boating confidence and safety. Includes links and articles about proper care, maintenance, and repair of a boat's propulsion system.
Marine Navigation (5)
Skillfully navigating the waterways is not only rewarding, but essential to boating safety. Learn how to navigate the waterways using a marine GPS, compass, RADAR, and nautical charts, and boost your boating confidence by knowing the Coast Guard Navigation Rules and navigation lights.
Small Boat Seamanship (5)
Nobody is born an expert boater, but by knowing small boat seamanship - the art of boat handling, and marlinspike seamanship - the art of line handling, you can become the master of your boat. Together, they are necessary skills for every boater.
Boating Safety (17)
Find out the U.S. Coast Guard boating safety requirements, safe boating best practices, where to take a boating safety course, and know what to do in an emergency.
Marine Communication (5)
A VHF-FM marine radio is the first line of communication between you and ports, marinas, and other boaters, and is recommended by the US Coast Guard as your primary means of distress signaling. Get familiar with this essential electronic, radio frequencies, and the proper protocol for receiving and transmitting messages.
Weather and Tides (5)
Boating enjoyment and safety hinge upon knowing the marine forecast and the tides. Find links to marine forecasts and tide predictions, plus articles about marine weather, tides, and the role of weather in boating safety.
Ports and Marinas (5)
Cruise to new boating destinations with information to help you navigate new ports and proper marina etiquette. Finds links to ports and marinas around the world, and embark on a whole new boating adventure.
Resources (5)
A handy guide to boating organizations and reference materials for your nautical library. Includes book reviews and recommendations, magazines, websites and links to boating organizations.
Boating Life (9)
A collection of articles and resources to enhance the boating life for you and your family including kids activities, holiday boating celebrations, music and book reviews, and musings on every facet of the boating life.
