If you’re trying to keep your boat insurance or possibly get some for your new boat, you’re going to have to know the rules of the road with alcohol [...]
Alcohol and Boating: Dispelling Common Misconceptions
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The 6 Most Common (and Foolish) Mistakes People Make on the Water
Whether you’re new to boating or an experienced veteran, making simple mistakes on the waters can have serious consequences for your boat and for your safety. The good news [...]
How to Budget for Your Boat
So, you’re ready to buy your first boat or upgrade to a bigger boat. Congratulations! Before you start planning out your gorgeous summer excursions, what you need to figure [...]
The Best DIY Updates You Can Make to Your Boat
Buying a new boat is nice, but some revel in the work and time it takes to renovate something that they have. That kind of sentimental value holds true [...]
When Is It Time to Upgrade to a New Boat?
An old boat is always going to need constant maintenance, and it’s likely that your boat insurance premiums are going to be higher than if you had a newer [...]
Boating While Pregnant: Is it Safe?
Boating is fun for everyone; the activity doesn’t discriminate. However, if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant, you may be wondering if it is still safe for [...]
Do You Need a Float Plan for Your Boating Excursion?
In 2013, United States Coast Guard data found 17,801 cases of search and rescue. As far as recreational accidents go, there were 4,064 of them in 2014. Why are [...]
How to Lower Your Boat Insurance Costs While Staying Covered
A startling statistic from BoatU.S. found that over 12 million registered boaters have no proper insurance coverage. Boat insurance costs can add up quickly, but that doesn’t mean cutting [...]
Interested in River Boating? Make Sure You Know the Safety Rules
Whether you’re out on the sea or on the river, it’s always good to be careful. But when you’re on the river, things can be a little different. While [...]
New to Boating? Here’s Some Advice for Your First Outing
A boat isn’t always going to be out aimlessly at sea. First you have to get out to sea, and eventually you are going to need to properly dock. [...]