It’s hurricane season, and many boat owners will have to recover lost boats, here is what to do.

The Safe Boating Campaign, a worldwide effort focused on responsible boating led by the National Safe Boating Council, shares important boating safety tips for boaters to make the most of Labor Day weekend. “We believe wearing a life jacket is the simplest way to ensure the safety of you and your loved ones while enjoying [...]

The NOAA National Marine Sanctuaries include more than 600,000 square miles of marine protected areas, from the rugged Olympic Peninsula of Washington to the “shipwreck alley” of Michigan’s Thunder Bay and the turquoise-hued shallows of the Florida Keys. These national treasures present great opportunities for recreational boaters, anglers, and sailors – but only if they’re [...]

BoatUS,  the Boat Owners Association of The United States, has offered the Consumer Protection Dispute Resolution Program free to their members for the past 28 years. They have helped thousands of BoatUS members seeking assistance after disputes arise with boat purchases, repairs, or other service issues. Thus, BoatUS has identified the following boating mistakes that [...]

Ranger Boats is running a promotion on in-stock 2018 Reata by Ranger Pontoon boats. The incentives include up to $850 in combined retail value with a qualifying purchase. The promotion will run July 1, 2018, to Oct. 1, 2018. Promotion Details: In-stock Reata by Ranger 243 Cruise will include a $750 gift card for use [...]

July 4 is recreational boating’s biggest holiday of the year. The nonprofit BoatUS Foundation for Boating Safety and Clean Water predicts crowded launch ramp and marina facilities with significant recreational boat traffic congestion on lakes, rivers and coastal waters. Operator inattention, improper lookout, operator inexperience, machinery failure, and alcohol use rank as the top five primary contributing factors [...]

As boating accidents — including loss of lives — are becoming increasingly prevalent, it’s also becoming increasingly harder to determine the exact cause(s) behind them. The purpose of this piece is not to claim to understand all the factors and circumstances leading to the high-profile boating accidents being referenced or place blame on any parties involved, [...]

Boat trailers are a boat owner’s most important asset. If you plan to move your boat around with you, then you need to make sure you have the right boat trailer to suit your needs. This can be difficult, because boat trailers are as diverse as the boats themselves. As a result, you should do [...]

Pontoon boats are not only great for fishing, but they make any day on the water a lot of fun. Whether you’re trying to nail a big catch or taking your family out on the water, here are four of the best pontoon boats to live that luxurious life on the water. Premier 310 Dodici [...]

Mega-yachts are any boatman’s dream. That, of course, means you have to be ready when that lottery money comes in. Here are three super yachts for your consideration, as suggested by BoatTEST.com. Hargrave 116 Raised Pilothouse Monte Carlo Yachts 105 Ocean Alexander 100 Sky Motoryacht From our friends at BoatTEST.com