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Having a properly lit dock is important for both safety and aesthetic reasons. But lighting your dock requires more than just placing a few lamps outside and calling it a day. Here we go through the best practices when it comes to lighting your dock: Safety If you have people walking along your dock at… Read more »
Kayaking is an incredibly satisfying experience, but there are few things more unfortunate than trying to kayak with feet wet from a shore entry, especially on a chilly day. Most tip-overs occur on or near the dock—much more than during any other part of the journey. The easiest places to get in and out of… Read more »
Your dock provides endless hours of fun in the summer but now that the winter months are approaching, you have to protect it till next year. With fall comes the risk of hurricanes and intense rain, while winter brings snow and ice. If your boat is docked at an ocean marina, you have to contend… Read more »
If you’re a boating enthusiast, chances are you love nothing more than getting out there on the open water and feeling the wind in your face. However, without the right techniques and a little finesse, docking the boat at the end of the day can be a hassle—or even dangerous. There are many ways to… Read more »
Since the COVID-19 Pandemic began, many of us have started focusing on our health. We’ve started fitness routines, meditation practices, and more, all to improve our physical and mental health. But sometimes health benefits can come from places we wouldn’t even think to look. Boating can help reduce stress, anxiety, and anger while also increasing… Read more »
If you just became a first-time boat owner, you’ll have a lot ahead of you. Boating is a valuable and rewarding hobby, but there are plenty of things to learn! Driving your boat and learning the rules of the waterways are just some of the many things you’ll need to master. You’ll also have to… Read more »
If you are planning to purchase a boat for the first time, there are several important factors to consider before making this large investment. With so many options, it’s important to get a boat that fits your specific needs and one that will make financial sense. In this blog post, we will help you discover… Read more »
Boating is a skill that can take years to master. However, this shouldn’t deter you from enjoying the waterways. While it can take time to build up this skill, boating is something anyone can learn with enough practice. Below are some ways you can improve your boating skills in the months and years ahead. Take… Read more »
Just as there are unspoken rules of the road, there are also unspoken rules of the waterways. You are not the only one out on your boat, and as such, you need to respect other people and their vessels. So, when you next take your boat out, make sure you follow these boating etiquette guidelines:… Read more »
Memorial Day Weekend is one of the busiest weekends of the year. You may think getting on your boat with the family will get you away from the crowd. Think again. There will be many other families out on the water during Memorial Day Weekend, so it’s best to be prepared for the holiday rush…. Read more »
In the late fall, your main concern was winterizing your boat for the months to come. Now that winter is over with, it’s time to think about dewinterizing your boat. After all, the cold, winter months can be hard on our boats, even after winterizing them. You’ll want to do a few check-ups and test-runs,… Read more »
Knowing how to tie various nautical knots is essential to a safe and enjoyable sailing experience. Here are a few basic nautical knots, what they are useful for, and how they are tied. Overhand or Thumb Knot The overhand knot, also known as the thumb knot, is useful for keeping the end of a rope… Read more »
“Dock installation was extremely easy and dry!! So far we are thrilled with the look, feel and service of the dock. I enjoyed meeting all of you and look forward to many years of problem-free service from the dock. Again thanks for all you did.”
- Michael W. Waterford, MI
