Winterizing a boat involves protecting the engine, plumbing, and fuel system from freezing damage during cold storage. If you live in a colder climate, winterizing your boat at the end of each boating season should be a standard part of your boating best practices. Doing…
Updated June 17, 2025 A safe day on the water is a perfect day on the water. So, if you're thinking of going out on the water without a life jacket, think again! Life jackets (also known as Personal Flotation Devices or PFDs) can literally be the difference between…
In a report published in 2023, the U.S. Coast Guard reported 4,040 boating incidents that resulted in 636 deaths, 2,222 injuries, and about $63 million in property damage in 2022. 74% of the deaths occurred on boats where operators did not have boating safety instruction, with operator…
