Boating (45)

People relaxing on a boat after getting their California Boater Card.

California Boater Card: A Comprehensive Guide [2025 Update]

While it isn't recent news, not everyone is up to date on the current laws regarding boating in California. For a little history, on January 1, 2018, California's latest boating education law went into effect, requiring all California boaters to carry the California Boater Card while operating a…

Boats docked at a marina, boat size concept.

Why Boat Size Matters

"So, how big is your boat?" People ask this question for one of two reasons: However, there's more to the question of "how big is your boat" than how it compares to others! A lot goes into owning a boat – just ask anyone who owns one.

Close-up of a handshake, boat-sharing agreement concept.

The Keys to a Successful Boat-Sharing Agreement

It's not your boat; it's our boat. That's the first rule of a boat-sharing agreement. There is a lot of responsibility to owning a boat – most of it financial. Keeping up with year-round maintenance (including winterization) is another). So, a boat-sharing agreement can be handy for people who…

A black and white photo of the Titanic, world's most famous ships concept.

Boat-Ed's Top 10 Most Famous Ships in History

Before trains, planes, or automobiles, boating was the way to get where you wanted to go. Sailing was the sole method for transporting goods and supplies around the world. During wartime, ships were also an integral part of strategy and tactics. As you can guess,…