This article was originally published by NH LAKES. Since early August when New Hampshire’s lakes typically achieve their warmest temperatures, our lakes have been cooling off and starting the freezing process. Here’s how it happens… As the air temperature drops during late-summer, the temperature of the upper layer of...
In an effort to protect permanent docks from ice damage, many property owners use a mechanical/electrical device that keeps ice from freezing around a dock or crib structure. These devices provide an ice free zone at your lakefront property by moving water in much the same way as a...
The sun is setting on another perfect summer day at the lake. The night is just beginning, but your yard is drenched in darkness. Venturing outside now means pulling on a jacket and busting out the mosquito repellant. It dawns on you as the sun finally sizzles off the...
Experience this year’s fall foliage from New England’s many harbors, rivers, and lakes. By Chris Burnett , NewEngland.com. New England is famous for its colorful fall foliage, which draws thousands of visitors (or “leaf peepers,” as they’re affectionately known) to every corner of its diverse landscape each year. It seems that...
Try these shortcuts when prep time is short but winter is long.By Capt. Vincent Daniello August 16, 2016, Boating Magazine. Boat yards winterize lots of boats in just a few weeks, so for tips to quickly store outboard engines, we went to Thurston’s Marina (thurstonsmarina.com) on Lake Winnipesaukee where they...
In no particular order, here are some of the top reasons why living the lake life is the best life there is! By HarborClub.com. Banish boredomWhether you are super-active or more laid back, life on the lake offers so many awesome things to do. One minute you’re doing some...
Don’t be alarmed if you see a tiki bar floating by a river or waterfront, it didn’t get there accidentally. Greg Darby needed to purchase a small boat after his was stolen but he was also planning to set up a tiki in his backyard. The Fort Lauderdale, Florida...
Your official resource to help you replace, complete building plans, or design and build your own dock on-site. By John Tiger at CabinLife.com. Whether your dock is a total wreck or it’s just not your style, there are several resources to help you replace it, from parts, to complete...
Stand up paddle boarding (SUP) offers something for everyone. You can head out for a relaxing paddle on a calm lake or catch waves in the ocean. Or maybe you’d like to do SUP yoga or go for a fast-paced paddle to get a workout. Whatever your ambitions, having...
Have you ever been at a backyard cookout where the host keeps dropping his grill tongs and popping inside for a quick update of the game on TV? An outdoor TV would solve his dilemma, and probably be a welcome distraction for guests, as well. Outdoor TVs make an...