Shawna Newman

If you are looking to buy a boat, you have probably already been swamped with all the names of so many different types and styles of boats. Deck boats, skiffs, pontoons – there are so many out there! But which one is the right one for you? Here, we will be looking at deck boats […]

If you are in need of a small and simple boat, then you may have been recommended to look into getting a skiff or a jon boat. But before you make any commitments or part with your hard-earned money, you will need to know everything about these boats and which one is the best little

While navigating large waterways, one of the most crucial concerns to be seriously considered is your own safety. Accidents caused by underwater objects, among other dangers, may be unavoidable if you are not aided with the appropriate safety measures. As a result, water markers are extremely important features that help these occurrences to be avoided.

Boating is a popular pastime for millions of people around the country, and the livelihood of millions more. These incredible machines are powerful beasts of burden for some, a treasured part of their everyday lives for others, and a skill to master and take pride in for even more. It’s a dream for many to

Spending time on the water can be so refreshing. We look forward to a good boat day. Being able to see your reflection on the crystal clear blue waters, while you cruise around. Spending time with family and friends, out on the sea. There’s not another feeling quite like it. Being on the water is

You may have seen a boat with the title “ss”. For those who do not know, this is a common ship prefix. What are ship prefixes? What do they mean? This article will explain the meaning of the main ship prefixes. What Are Ship Prefixes? Ship prefixes are a collection of letters that are used

Painting a boat isn’t just about aesthetics. Sure, giving your boat a new lick of paint helps to keep the boat looking fresh and new, but paint actually serves a purpose. This means that while the bottom of the boat is almost never seen by other people when it’s underwater, it still deserves paint as

Whether you are a recreational boater, keen to enjoy the wide seas and open waters, or an aspiring entrepreneur who wants to transform a love of sailing into a business, deciding to obtain your captain’s license is a decision that you will have to make. From figuring out whether this is something that you need,

Marlene Dietrich might not have believed in superstitions, but the lives of sailors have been haunted and blighted by a myriad of fears, both rational and irrational since time immemorial. The raw, unfettered, and merciless power of the ocean has compounded and driven those superstitions and allowed them to cross over from folklore into the

Once you have picked out what boat you want to have, that is already half the battle over, however, now you need to choose the engine. There are different types of engine to power your vessel, sterndrive, inboard and outboard. With so much advancement in boating in the last few decades, there is so much

On a hot summer’s day, there’s nothing like getting out on the water with your friends, and tubing is one of the most exhilarating activities you can try. If you’re interested in tubing, you might be curious to find out how to safely tow a tube behind your boat. In this article, I will cover

Ever wondered what you should do if a boat motor catches fire? Read on to discover the immediate steps that you should take in the event that a fire takes place. There are many common causes of boating fires and this is actually far more prevalent than the vast majority of people would believe. It