Posted by on February 16, 2016 by WeedersDigest.com Learn why your lake & beach have so many aquatic weeds and the best tools and options to remove and prevent them. When a pond or a lake has too many nutrients, aquatic plants can easily occupy the place because nutrients are the main reason for excessive […]
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Special Considerations When Designing a Lake Home
By Kelli Wegscheid, AIA Architect and Owner of Harmonious Architecture We’ve all seen it — a new lake home that sticks out like a sore thumb as you drive along the lakeshore. A “city house” awkwardly squished in with the lake cabins. We are accustomed to seeing the small, sometimes run-down (I mean well-loved) lake […]
Buying a Pontoon Boat or a Deck Boat?
by DiscoverBoating.com So, you want a versatile boat that handles easily, features plenty of seating and storage, and is designed to be able to bring along a big crew? Sounds like you may have already narrowed down your choices to two choices that are among the fastest-growing segments in the entire boating industry: pontoons and […]
Avoid 4 Trailering Uh-Ohs
Don’t let the winter layoff spoil your first outing this year Avoid these 4 trailing problems and be ready for a great year on the lake!. By Chris Caswell, Boating World Magazine. BLACK TIRE MARKS THE SCENE: The long, cold winter has finally ended and you’ve hitched up early on a perfect morning. As you […]
Four Questions to Ask Before Buying a Pontoon Boat
Courtesy of SavvyBoater A pontoon boat is great for fishing, family outings and parties. No longer looking as if they were built for your grandpa and his fishing buddies, today’s pontoon boats offer smooth rides and sleek finishes. The purchase of a pontoon boat can be a significant recreational investment, but make sure you know […]
Four Great Wakesurfing Tips
Tips to help first-time wakesurfers get stoked. By Charles Plueddeman, Boating Magazine: My demo session with the WT-1 was also my first chance to try wakesurfing. Here’s what I learned. Don’t Use Ben Dorton’s Board It was like trying to ride a cafeteria tray. It’s only 3 feet 6 inches long with triple fins and […]
Benefits of Inflatable Standup Paddleboards (SUP’s)
There has been an immense rise in the popularity of the standup paddle boarding for the past few years. One of the major reasons is that it is really fun and easy to learn; also it is entertaining for people of all ages. This low impact paddle boarding helps in exploring lakes and nearby water […]
How to Get Your Lake Boat Ready for Boating Season
Spring has sprung and for millions of boaters in the U.S. that means it’s time to take their lake boats out of winter storage and put them in the water. For many lakefront homeowners, annual preparation and cleaning projects are necessary rites of spring that help prevent problems that could keep them off the water […]
Is an Inflatable Kayak Right For You?
The most common considerations when choosing an inflatable kayak include the type of kayaking you plan to do (including solo vs. tandem), ease of transportation, and cost. Type of Kayaking Inflatable kayaks are available in a very wide range of designs, from recreational sit-on-top kayaks to performance oriented sit-in kayaks, so the first thing you […]
Most Important Tip for Protecting Your Waterfront Investment
Protecting or restoring your shoreland buffer is the most important tip for protecting your waterfront investment. If you have native vegetation along your shoreline, consider yourself and the local wildlife fortunate. A mature native buffer represents many years of nature at work and discourages undesirable, exotic plants and animals while attracting songbirds, butterflies, turtles and […]