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Did you know that more than 40,000 individuals in the U.S. sail every year? Whether it’s on one of the coasts or on any of the countless lakes, sailing is an activity that can be enjoyed in all 50 states.  But what are the requirements for sailing? Most importantly, do you need a boat license...

In 2020, Americans bought nearly 320,000 new boats, up 13% from 2019. Experts say boating sales will rise for years as boating and fishing are the most popular outdoor recreational activities.  If you are a new boat owner, you must learn about correctly docking a boat. While going boating is a blast, you don’t want to damage your new boat...

Did you know that 52% of adults plan a summer getaway? If you’re looking to step up your vacation game or plan the perfect summer event, there’s never been a better time to get started. And nothing makes a special occasion better than hosting it on the open waters.  Make your next party a boat...

Boating safety is no joke. Between 2019 and 2020, the number of boating accidents in the United States increased by 26.3%. Nearly 800 Americans died in boating accidents.  Dozens of accidents occurred during the boat docking process. If you want to be a safer boater, you need to study a few tips so you know...

There are only so many toys you can get for the land, after which you have to start exploring other avenues. One thing you could do then is to buy a boat to explore the waterways in your state.  If you are wondering which boat products you can purchase to make your boating excursions even...

Did you know that over 5,000 boating accidents occur yearly in the United States? The truth is that a lot of boating incidents are preventable. With the right boating safety knowledge, your experience on the water will be positive. How can you keep yourself and your passengers safe on a boat? Keep reading to find...

Did you know that some of the earliest evidence of boats stretches back to the 4th millennium BC? The ability to traverse long stretches of water enabled exploration and trade, expanding our horizons as a species like nothing else. Boats have come a long way from the dug-out trunks of trees that got us started....

Did you know that when the Ancient Greeks invented the boat anchor, they called it “teeth?” Anchors have come a long way since then. They’re an essential part of any boat, and there are a wide range of boat anchor types to choose from. Problem is, which one do you choose? Some anchors work great...

It’s no secret that the Sunshine State loves its boats. Believe it or not, there are now over 1 million registered recreational boats in the state of Florida. This makes boating one of the most popular pastimes in the state, but that doesn’t mean everybody knows how to do it! Owning a boat doesn’t make...

There are countless recreational activities that require vehicles. There’s dirt-biking, four-wheeling, off-roading, RVing, and more. However, land travel isn’t for everyone. A lot of people prefer spending their recreational time on the water, as there are a lot of benefits of boating. For that, you’ll need a boat. The only question is, what type of...