Jet skiing is a thrilling and popular watersport activity enjoyed by many lakefront home owners. However, it is crucial to understand that operating a jet ski requires a certain level of skill, responsibility, and awareness. To ensure the safety of both riders and others sharing the waterways, age restrictions...
Boating
Tips For Docking Your Pontoon Boat on The First Try
Docking a pontoon boat can be a challenging task, especially if you’re doing it for the first time. However, with some practice and following a few tips, you can increase your chances of successfully docking your pontoon boat on the first try. Always remember that some stressful trial and...
The Pros and Cons of Inflatable Paddle Boards
Inflatable paddle boards have gained immense popularity in recent years due to their convenience and portability. Lakefront homeowners are often tempted to invest in these paddle boards as they offer an easy way to enjoy the water without the hassle of transporting a hardboard. However, before making a purchase,...
How to Camp on a Pontoon Boat
If you’re a fan of lakefront living and looking for a unique way to experience the great outdoors, camping on a pontoon boat is a great option. With the right preparation and equipment, you can enjoy a comfortable and memorable night on the water. Here are some tips on...
How Do I Upgrade My Pontoon Boat to Go Faster?
Pontoon boats were meant to go slow. The after dinner cruise with the family is the epitome of living the “Lake Life”. However many owners want more. How do I upgrade my pontoon boat to go faster? Better yet, how do I upgrade my pontoon boat to go faster...
Outboard Motor Selection: Finding the Right Fit for Your Lakeboat
Now that you have an amazing lakefront home, it is time to get a boat! When it comes to finding the right outboard motor for your lakeboat the choice usually comes down to Mercury and Yamaha. Outboard motor selection can be confusing for novice boat owners. Both Mercury and...
Can I Reupholster My Own Boat Seats?
If you are a lakefront boat owner than you know the importance of having comfortable boat seats. One of the benefits of owning a lake home is being able to spend time on the water. Lounging around in a pontoon boat with moldy, ripped seats can take away from...
Do I Really Need to Winterize My Lake Boat Engine?
For most boaters in the Northern states, Labor Day marks the end of Summer. Kids go back to school; evenings are filled with chilly breezes and early darkness and many boats start making an exodus from their lakeside docks. It is a sad, sad time of year. The good...
How to Make The Most of Your Boat Show Experience
Now that you have purchased your dream lake home, it’s a perfect opportunity to get a boat! Whether you are novice boater or a self proclaimed “captain of the seas”, attending a boat show is perfect for those who love being out on the water. They’re also a fantastic...
Tips For Boating into the Fall on Your Lake!
Fall is finally upon us and while you may be sad to see the summer boating season go, boating in the fall has many advantages! There is still so much to enjoy from your lakefront house! Fewer people are on the water and temperatures are a bit cooler, giving...