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Veteran’s Day
on November 8, 2025
Regardless of which side you line up on these days, Veterans Day is set aside to remember our Vets and value what we have because of their efforts. On November 10, 1775, Philadelphia native Captain Samuel Nicholas formed the the first two battalions of the Continental Marines of the American Revolutionary War after realizing the need for a group able to battle both on water and on land. That institution has transformed and evolved into […]
Pivot Turn
on November 1, 2025
Executing correctly can make all the difference when making a pivot turn with a single engine. The pivot turn is easy and will get you out of tight spaces by turning your boat around in place. Here’s how to perform this simple but useful maneuver on a boat with a single outboard or stern drive. Key to Making a Pivot Turn The key is to stay controlled and steady in your maneuvers. And remember: Slow […]
Halloween
on October 25, 2025
Origins of Halloween This Friday we celebrate the ghostly holiday, but where do many of these customs originate from? Older Holiday Halloween is one of the oldest holidays with origins going back thousands of years. The holiday we know as Halloween has had many influences from many cultures over the centuries. From the Roman’s Pomona Day, to the Celtic festival of Samhain, to the Christian holidays of All Saints and All Souls Days. Hundreds of […]
Taking your boat out of the Water?
on October 17, 2025
Well, if you are considering taking your boat out of the water, there’s some questions you need to know the answer to. Essential Questions To Ask What’s the cost of hauling and relaunching? Some yards quote just the haulout price and some include the relaunch in their price. Usually haulouts are charged based on length of boat, but not always, so ask. Can I work on my boat myself? Not all yards allow you to […]
Lessons Learned
on October 11, 2025
There’s lessons learned when Buying A Boat Remember, in almost everything in life, education and research can help you tremendously in making good decisions. You have found yourself looking to make a purchase. You say to yourself, you have extensive knowledge of the buying process, after all you read all the magazines and talk to everyone who will listen to you on the dock. Know What You Want Make sure you know what you want. […]
Short Haul
on October 4, 2025
If your boat is being lifted for anything more than an hour or so, often called a “short haul,” it is likely that it will be placed on blocks in the yard and supported with jack stands. If this is the case, tell the yard about any relevant structural features of your boat. Some down east powerboats, for example, have hollow keels aft, which could potentially suffer damage if the boat is improperly blocked and […]
Get the shine back
on September 27, 2025
Now’s the perfect time to get that shine back. The trick is you’ll have to roll up your sleeves and work, but the reward is well worth it. Seal out the weather Seal out the oncoming seasons and get your shine back by good old fashioned elbow grease. Remember, maintaining your gelcoat isn’t vanity, it’s also a matter of protecting your boat’s fiberglass. Fall is the best time to get that shine back because if […]
Floating Your Boat
on September 20, 2025
WHAT’S FLOATING YOUR BOAT? Or keeps it afloat…… There are some somber facts about boating mishaps involving sinking.. According to BoatUS, the largest insurer of pleasure boats in the country, for every boat that sinks at sea, four go down in their slips. That’s a fairly amazing stat. Why? The sad truth is you don’t have to meet with a rock to get a one-way ticket down to the bottom. In fact, you don’t have […]
Why Free Speech Matters
on September 13, 2025
Free speech and the freedom to express opinions are essential to democracy and the United States. They allow for an open marketplace of ideas, and enable citizens to hold the government accountable. It is fundamental to human progress and individual liberty. First Amendment The First Amendment protections for free expression are the bedrock of the U.S. system. Our founding fathers knew by allowing diverse voices to be heard, and allowing for informed public debate, they […]
September 11
on September 6, 2025
This week we remember the anniversary of September 11, 2001. Over twenty year later, we are still reminded of the ripple-effects of that fateful day. Together, as a nation, we continue to honor the victims of 9/11 and the ultimate sacrifice of many service people in the wars since. On September 11, we reflect on the pain we have sustained and honor the victims who came from all walks of life. All the Victims The […]