Embarking on an all-day water adventure with your family can be an exhilarating experience for everyone. Whether you’re planning a day out to sea, an overnight boating trip, or a party at the sand bar, making sure that everyone is safe and happy throughout is the most important priority. That’s where being really prepared comes … Continued
Who doesn’t love spending a lazy day basking in the sun, out on the water? For many, the dream of owning their very own boat to do just that any time they desire feels like it’ll always just be that — a dream. But buying a boat to call your own might be easier to … Continued
Once the holidays have come and gone, it seems that all anyone can think about is their New Year’s resolutions — and all the ways they’re going to be successful in following through during the twelve months ahead. But what if instead of trying to eat healthier or read more books, we made resolutions that … Continued
As the colder winter months approach, it’s the perfect time to think about all of the exciting upcoming boat shows that you could be attending if you plan things just right! Boat shows come in all shapes and sizes. Some are huge, international affairs (like the Miami International Boat Show) while other, local and regional … Continued
Established in 1905 as a mill and farm community, the town of Cornelius stretches around the largest man-made body of freshwater in North Carolina — known as Lake Norman — amounting to a vast 70 miles of shoreline. As the second youngest town out of Mecklenburg County’s six incorporated towns, Cornelius is well known today … Continued
What exactly indicates to us that the summer has finally come to an end? Is it the return of the school year, with kids headed off to their respective classrooms with shiny new notebooks in hand? Is it the cooler mornings, with the sun a little more delayed in making its presence known to the … Continued
Inland waterways are rife with bridges and overpasses of all shapes and sizes. It is your responsibility as the captain to be aware of these potential traffic hazards, including their variety of configurations (think swing, lift, floating, or bascule) and implied rules of the road. In order to safely navigate the waterways, it’s very important … Continued
Picture this: it’s a glorious, sunshine-filled morning. You’ve packed up your car and you’re headed to the marina to hop on a boat for the day. All you can think about is how good it’s going to feel to kick back and relax on that clear, blue water. In just a few minutes, you’re going … Continued
The world of boating is a very exciting one to dive into, especially if you’re looking to test the waters with a rental boat before you decide what type of vessel is going to work best for your situation! But before you pack your sunscreen and captain’s hat, there is some very important boating … Continued