Wakefoiling is a new sport that is taking over lakes! But what is Wakefoiling and how do you get started? Wakefoiling was invented in the sixties when aeronautical engineer Bob Woodward came up with hydrofoil water skis in order to eliminate drag and glide over the water with more smoothness and speed. Surf pioneers like Laird […]
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Inflatable vs. Hard Paddle Board – Which is Best for You?
Paddle boarding can be a fun activity to add to your new lakefront home. Imagine a tranquil morning before all the boaters are out, watching the sunrise from the middle of the lake! But before you go purchase a new lake toy, you need to consider if an inflatable or a hard paddle board is […]
18 Lakeside Cocktails to Enjoy this Spring
Spring is just around the corner, so it’s time to start shedding your layers of winterwear and hit your internal defrost button with a refreshing, spring-inspired cocktail. From floral sips to fruity mixes, and many more–we’ve rounded up the most seasonally appropriate cocktails to welcome the new (and warmer!) months ahead. These refreshments are perfect […]
WATER MAT REVIEW: THE 4 BEST LAKE FLOATING WATER MATS
Spending time on the lake floating on a water mat is the best part of summer! Floating water mats allow you to relax in solitude or with family and friends while afloat on the refreshing water. Being on the water is fantastic fun, and water mats and inflatables make that time at the lake even […]
Best Airbnb Lake House Rentals
When it comes to the lakeside getaway, there’s something for everyone: you can embody the pinnacle of laziness (lounge on the dock, take a leisurely dip, or simply sit in an inner tube and float around for hours) or you can get active (water skiing, hiking, and paddling around in kayaks or canoes). In other words, lake days […]
Best Floating Water Mats for 2021
The best floating water mats for 2021 are a ton of fun while you are on the lake or the river. Sometimes called water islands, water platforms, water lounges, floating docks, patio docks, water pads, or lily pad floats, you can tie them up to your boat at the sandbar or to your dock at […]
15 Ways to Make Boating More Fun for Kids
15 Ideas to Make Boating More Fun for Kids. By Jim Harmer, BetterBoat.com. So, you want to bring kids out on the water. And you want to make sure they have a great experience—one that will last a lifetime. That’s a tall order. A fun day of boating can turn sour if you’re not prepared to feed, entertain and […]
Local Lake Placid Tradition: Extreme Tobogganing
When it comes to old Adirondack Traditions, Lake Placid has many. One of the local favorites, and something that is pretty darn unique, is their Toboggan Chute on Mirror Lake. This converted 30′ Ski Jump Trestle is situated to send toboggans down the ice covered chutes and out across the frozen surface. Depending on weather […]