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HOLIDAYS ON THE BOAT

on November 13, 2021

Remember, being on a boat is special for you, imagine how your relatives and guests feel. The boat itself is an experience for most guests.


VETERAN’S DAY

on November 6, 2021

Veteran’s Day is to honor and thank all military personnel who served the United States in all wars. Veterans Day is for remembering living veterans. It is marked by parades and church services and in many places the American flag is hung at half-mast. A period of silence lasting two minutes is often held at 11am. Many schools are closed on Veterans Day. Some schools do not close, but mark the occasion in other ways. […]


YOUR DOG ONBOARD

on October 31, 2021

If you plan on bringing your dog onboard the boat with you, a little pre-planning can make the experience more enjoyable for both the dog and you. What should I do before I bring my dog on board? First, get a checkup. Make sure your dog’s vaccinations are up to date, carry a signed vaccination certificate and a health certificate. Have a stool test performed to check for worms, and make sure the dog is […]


Making The Most Of A Boat Show

on October 25, 2021

the reality is they want to sell boats, so they’ll hold that price for serious buyers


Heaters and Winterizing

on October 17, 2021

In parts of the country that don’t usually get too cold, plugging in a heater in the engine room seems a lot easier but is filled with risk.


ANTIFREEZE ISN’T EQUAL

on October 10, 2021

Antifreeze is antifreeze, right? Wrong. Antifreeze isn’t equal! Not only are there different kinds, the temperature at which they freeze is different, too. And that’s important because, if they do freeze, your boat is likely to be damaged. Even In the temperate South, its a good idea to winterize. Many claims are filed in instances where a boat wasn’t winterized, or where the boater was depending on a heater to keep the engine from freezing […]


ELECTRIC BOATS

on October 3, 2021

With electric boats, there are no fumes, no engine noise on deck, and no more expensive visits to the fuel dock.


CURRENT EVENTS

on September 26, 2021

A raging inlet may calm a short time later


WHAT’S IN A NAME?

on September 22, 2021

What’s in a name? Well many Florida locations are derived from famous people of the past. Take the “World’s Luckiest Fishing Village”, a true jewel in the northeast. Many are drawn to Florida’s wealthy fish population and high-quality deep-sea fishing, Captain Leonard Destin made his way to the Gulf Coast in the 1840s. He settled west of the Panhandle, just east of Pensacola, on an island-like peninsula. Years after his death, his best mate, Captain […]


BOAT SHOWS

on September 12, 2021

With COVID seemingly still rampant, attendance at Boat Shows is expected to be at an all time high. Tips For Making The Most Of A Boat Show 1. Dress comfortably. You’ll walk miles, so comfortable slip-on shoes are best for getting on and off a lot of boats. Most dealers ask that you remove shoes before boarding. Wear loose-fitting clothes, avoid dangling jewelry, pack light, and bring water, a hat, and sunscreen — and a […]