When it comes to designing a lakefront home, there are certain amenities that can take your space from comfortable to truly luxurious. Or, at the very least, make it look like you have your life together. These features not only add value to your property, but they also provide a level of convenience and relaxation […]
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How To Tell When Your Lake Ice is Safe
Every winter on the lakefront brings new opportunities to participate in a multitude of ice activities. Ice skating, fishing, hockey, and even just walking across the lake brings a winter thrill to the long cold days, but how do you know if its safe to venture out on the ice? If you are lucky enough […]
How To Have The Best Ice Fishing Experience On Your Lake
So summer has come to an end. The boat is winterized, the docks are pulled, and the daylight is disappearing faster each day. If you live in the colder climates this is a yearly reality for all lake home owners. Not to fear though, lakefront living can be enjoyable year round, even when the water […]
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 idea if you’re looking to get […]
Tips For Wakesurfing on Your Lake
Wakesurfing is a fun activity to pick up on at your new lakefront home! One of the greatest things about wakesurfing is that the wave is yours—all yours. You don’t need to battle with other surfers for territory or stake your claim to a wave by “dropping in first.” In wakesurfing, you own the wave […]
Tips for Snowmobiling Across the Lake
Snowmobiling is a popular winter activity, especially around lakes and mountains. Snowmobiling across the lake can be very dangerous and can even lead to death, so it is important that you take the proper safety precautions. Accident reports from Wisconsin and Minnesota found that 30% of all snowmobile-related fatalities occurred on a frozen lake or […]
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 […]
Tips for Celebrating Thanksgiving on a Boat
Although we should practice gratitude year-round, Thanksgiving is a time to reflect a little deeper on the things we appreciate. With a year like 2020, boat owners especially have a lot to be thankful for! If you’re hosting Thanksgiving, why not take your guests out for a dinner boat cruise around the lake? Here are […]
What Happens When Autumn Leaves Fall in the Lake?
While falling leaves blanket the ground during autumn with shades of maroon and gold, they are also polluting lakes and rivers. When leaves fall to the ground, they decompose and replenish the soil with nutrients and organic matter. What happens to leaves when there is no soil to land on? When there is no soil […]
Should You Be Concerned With Algae Outbreaks on Your Lake?
The end of summer marks the unofficial end of the peak algae bloom seasons. Although warmer states like California and Florida experience outbreaks all year long, most of the country’s outbreaks stop when the weather turns cold. What is an algae outbreak? Blue-green algae outbreaks occur when excess nutrients make their way into water ecosystems. […]