Top 3 Things to Know After You Buy Your First Pontoon Boat

Congratulations on purchasing your first pontoon boat! Whether you’re planning to enjoy serene family outings, exciting watersports, or peaceful fishing trips, a pontoon boat offers versatility and fun on the water. However, owning a pontoon boat comes with its own set of responsibilities and knowledge requirements. To ensure you get the most out of your […]

Mastering the Art of Docking Your Boat in the Wind

Docking a boat in calm conditions can be challenging enough, but throw in some wind, and it becomes a whole new ball game. For lake enthusiasts, mastering the art of docking in windy conditions is essential for a safe and enjoyable boating experience. Whether you’re a seasoned sailor or a novice captain, understanding the techniques […]

How to Dock Your Boat in Windy Conditions

There is a saying: “Never approach the dock faster than a speed at which you are willing to hit it,” and if most skippers can remember that, their boat (and the boats of others) will usually remain undamaged. The problems usually arise when the boat driver is applying too much pressure or not enough to […]

Docking a Boat: Step-by-Step Guide

Docking a boat can often be intimidating and stressful, especially for those just getting started with boating. Luckily, learning how to dock a boat doesn’t have to be difficult, and boaters new and old can quickly master the task by following a few simple steps. How to Dock a Boat: Prepare dock lines on your […]

Boat Launch Tips for Success at the Ramp

Every boat owner has a story about trying to dock at a waterfront restaurant, or a slip, or even the dock at the boat ramp while a crowd watches, often times shouting suggestions and critiques. If it hasn’t happened to you yet, it will. Backing a trailer down a ramp at your favorite lake for […]

The Pros And Cons Of Buying A Floating Home

Floating Homes: The New Trend in Homeownership? These days, with tiny homes all the rage across the country, more and more people are opening up to the possibility of alternative living conditions, including buying a floating home. By Carson Buck, Homes.com. Remember, a floating home is not necessarily a houseboat, even though these terms may be used […]