Cooking aboard your boat on the lake is much different from preparing a meal in your chefs kitchen… Space is small and water, propane, and electricity may be limited. Here are some tips for cooking on your lake boat… Plan Ahead- Whether you’re heading out for an afternoon cocktail party or a two-week offshore voyage, […]
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How to Teach Kids to Water Ski on Your Lake
Water Skiing can be one of the best ways to have fun for you and your family at your new lakefront home. If you have been a part of this activity very long at all, you know the thrill and excitement it provides. You may also want to share this with your kids. But how, […]
How to Buy a Used Boat in a Seller’s Market
If you’ve been in the market for a boat lately, then you know all too well that boats are flying off the shelf. The pandemic has taught us all to slow down and enjoy lake life at its fullest… That means the demand for boats is at an all time high but manufacturers have had […]
How To Launch a Boat By Yourself
The weather is getting warmer and the days are getting longer… which means boating season is here! But before you can enjoy your summer full of boating, you’ll have to launch it into the lake. Launching a boat can be one of the most difficult and stressful aspects of boating. This stress only gets worse […]
Best Floating Water Mats for 2022
Floating mats are essential for relaxing and lounging around at your lakefront home. Choosing the best floating water mat for your family is a big decision. Investing in the right one will provide your family and friends with a fantastic place to relax and play on the water for several seasons. A floating water mat […]
What is the cost of owning a lake boat?
If you have spent any time on a family or friends boat, or enjoyed a rental, you may have decided that you want a boat of your own at your new lakefront home. But what type of boat should you buy? What would you use it for? What’s a best fit for you and your […]
Tools for Drying Your Boat After Each Wash
It’s getting to be that time where boat owners are doing a little spring cleaning and washing their boats before dropping them into the water. Drying your boat can be a little difficult since there is a lot of surface area and by the time you’re done washing, the whole boat would have probably dried […]
5 Keys to Pricing Your Lake Home for Maximum Sale Value
Deciding to sell your lakefront property is a major decision and should not be taken lightly. The #1 most important decision you will make is around pricing. Too high, and you risk losing the first audience (the best buyers for maximum value). Too low, and you may leave tens of thousands of dollars on the […]
When is the Best Time to Buy a New Boat?
Now that you have purchased your new lakefront home, you might be thinking about purchasing a boat to fully enjoy everything your property has to offer. Buying a boat is a big purchase and requires lots of research, time, and money. You will definitely want to get the best deal when buying a boat… so […]
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 […]