Owner Training
The Why and How of Fender Boards
Here is the why and how of Fender Boards. Every so often we are asked to dig a little deeper in our explanations, keeping the new boat owner in mind. So, check out the photos […]
Owner Training
Owner Training
Size Matters – Is There A Cure For 10 foot-itis?
Thanks to Waterway Guide for allowing us to share our article with you. Ask Captain Chris about how to treat 10 foot-itis and learn how to become more confident aboard your larger boat. Ask Captain […]
Maintenance
Ask Captain Chris on Your Personal FaceTime Boat Tour
On Your Own With So Many Questions ? Ask Captain Chris on a FaceTime boat tour. Virtual instructions. It’s the next best thing to being there (with a nod to 1960s Bell Telephone Ads). What? […]
Owner Training
Bring Your Pet Aboard
This is Pleasure Boating. But how fun would it be without our pets?! Most pet owners wouldn’t dream of leaving our kids behind when we set out for our cruising adventure. But before that dream […]
Owner Training
Hug an Anchor Day!
Yup- Hug an Anchor Taking a little creative liberty with Hug an Anchor day, we celebrate this annual event in a variety of ways. Anchoring is a much needed skill for all boaters to consider. […]
Owner Training
Inflatable Life Saving Equipment Demonstration
Safety Equipment Ready To Go! So you have all the inflatable life saving equipment for your planned cruise. But please, make sure you know how to correctly use your Inflatable life jacket, throw rings, life […]
Owner Training
Planning to Cruise Aboard your Boat?
Plan the Cruise Planning to cruise aboard your boat doesn’t have to be just a dream. The very word planning is the first action toward your goal of cruising. Thinking about what you want to […]
Owner Training
What Are Day Shapes?
What Are Day Shapes? Day Shapes are an important tool for marine navigation. But before we can discuss their function we must first review the basics. We all should know about red and green buoys, […]
Maintenance
Log Books – Paper, Computer or Cloud
Log Books are legal documents. Log Books are legal documents, at least they were when I was running commercial boats as a teenager servicing the Oil Field in South Louisiana. Waaaaaay back before GPS and […]