Times Spent Outdoors: Priceless!
Times Spent Outdoors: Priceless!
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Official-looking vessel documentation renewal notices can lead to confusion and higher costs. Boat Owners Association of The United States (BoatUS) is advising boaters with vessels that have a U.S. Coast Guard Certificate of Documentation to be wary of any letter arriving by U.S. mail offering renewal. BoatUS advises that while the Coast Guard does send official annual renewal notices by U.S. mail, other notices being received by BoatUS members are not from the Coast Guard but rather... Full story
The BoatUS Foundation for Boating Safety and Clean Water offers a range of online boating safety training courses - including 36 free state boating safety courses - that make boating safety education affordable and accessible. More than 220,000 boaters took one of these boating certification courses last year, which require students to correctly answer some questions at the conclusion of each course. Which questions did course takers get wrong most often? While we can't outright give you the... Full story
All Good Things Must Come To An End; And So It Is With The 'Gail Hine Presents Sailing Convention For Women' From Gail Hine As the director and producer of all past conventions for 32 years - presenter of recent 5 years under my name and prior 27 years under the Southern California Yachting Association - it is time to retire from this very rewarding and popular event! WHY? At 83, my health has interfered with my physical ability to manage the event. Early out-reach to support staff did not... Full story
By the time an onboard fire is noticed, too often the conflagration has grown beyond getting close enough to subdue the flames with a handheld extinguisher. With an easily installed Pre-Engineered Fire System from market leader Sea-Fire Marine, detection and suppression is automatic. With a full ten seconds of discharge time, it provides the instant critical response needed to turn a crisis into a close call. Made in the USA, Pre-Engineered Fire Systems are offered in two versions: refillable... Full story
SIMPLE TO INSTALL - Few things are as nautical looking as a traditional cleat. But their horns detract from a sleek, modern deck and are tough to sit on. Accon Marine 460 Series Pull-Up Cleats elegantly retract flush into the deck and are simple to install. Contact local dealers or Acccon Marine: www.acconmarine.com.... Full story
National Marine Manufacturers Association Executive Robert Newsome headlines lunch at the CBC Annual event is THE must attend conference to meet government officials who impact our industry. Robert Newsome, Chief Administrative Officer and Senior Vice President of Operations for the National Marine Manufacturers Association will headline lunch at the 8th annual California Boating Congress on March 13, 2024 in Sacramento. Newsome will share the economic impact of boating in the state and what he... Full story
Across much of America, including parts of Arizona, millions of recreational boats have been laid up for winter storage. With the boating season officially over, some boat owners may think they are free and clear for the next six months. However, Boat Owners Association of The United States (BoatUS) offers three best practices for winter storage to ensure the off-season goes smoothy and safely. 1. If you haven’t done so yet, read your marina, boat club or storage facility contract. Every page. W... Full story
Annual lifetime achievement award recognizes sharing sailing. The National Women's Sailing Association (NWSA) and Boat Owners Association of The United States (BoatUS) are seeking nominations for the 2024 BoatUS/NWSA Leadership in Women's Sailing Award. Since 1999, the national award has sought to recognize an individual with a record of achievement in inspiring, educating and enriching the lives of women through sailing. Past recipients have included sailing instructors, writers, sailboat... Full story
As northerners are winterizing their boats, southerners are well into the boating season. Both need the 109PC Siphon-Mate® Pump from Beckson Marine. The self-priming pump makes it easy to get a siphon started and simple to stop the process when the desired amount of liquid is moved-all without sucking on a dirty tube. Beckson's 109PC Siphon Pump is non-metallic, so it won't scratch surfaces and is safe to use around combustibles. Built from sturdy marine-grade plastic, it won't rust or becom... Full story
Boats and buckets go hand in hand. Owners fill them with soapy water while boatyards, marinas, dealers, and manufacturers often use them for toting heavy parts and used lubricants. Either way, moving them can be back-breaking toil without the Lil' Dolly Bucket/Pail Dolly from Beckson Marine. It's the safe and easy way to move up to 75 lbs. in a full pail. With an 11" inner base, the rugged Lil' Dolly is sized to accommodate 5-, 6- and 7-gallon buckets. Manufactured from durable polypropylene,... Full story
Whether on water, dirt, snow, pavement or the links, music and the outdoors are natural companions. But no one wants to expose a mobile device to rain, dirt, dust or the accidental drop. With the waterproof JBL Click Bluetooth® wireless controller from ProSpec Electronics, it's never been easier to add fingertip control to a tablet or smart phone that's safely stowed away. And with a low price, the JBL Click makes an ideal holiday gift for anyone who enjoys being outside. The JBL Click has... Full story
DANGER AND DAMAGE - Lifting a boat by its cleats or standard bow eye can damage the vessel and be downright dangerous. Accon Marine's Round and Oval Lifting Eyes were designed specifically for this purpose. They handle up to 4,000 lbs. when installed correctly. Contact local dealers or Accon Marine, 727-572-9202; Fax: 727-572-7621. www.acconmarine.com.... Full story
For owners who want to use their boats for watersports but don't have a dedicated pylon, the 198 Ski Tow from Accon Marine is ideal. Flush-mounted on the transom, it provides a secure spot to attach a tow rope and is a far better solution than putting strain on a cleat or chock. The 198 Ski Tow is designed to accommodate all standard tow rope diameters, without having any part of the fitting protrude and create a snag point. Solidly constructed, the patented four-piece assembly includes the... Full story
Lake Havasu State Park Saturday, Dec. 9, 2023 4 p.m. Bring your blankets and lawn chairs, because Lake Havasu State Park will again be offering free admission to the Windsor 4 event area for the Holiday Boat Parade of Lights! The entrance gate from Paseo Del Sol will be open for free admission at 4 p.m. on Saturday, December 9. Restrooms will be open for public use, and a limited number of picnic tables will be placed along the shoreline and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Propane... Full story
You are in luck! There is never a challenge when shopping for a gift for the boater(s) in your life. Whether your recipient sails, operates a powerboat, PWC, enjoys paddle-sports on a Stand-up paddle board, in a canoe or a kayak, chances are they are always in need of something that will enhance their day, safety or activity. Some Ideas If they’re not dropping any hints for you and you’re not comfortable asking them what they’d like, you might give their watercraft and equipment / gear a look... Full story
The Isle Switch Aren't all kayaks portable? Well, yes, but not all of them fit into a backpack, pump and all, with the whole package weighing just 19 pounds! The Isle Switch is the ideal kayak/paddle board for fishermen, especially fishermen who travel or who like to fish small waters that are hard to get to. One of the features of this kayak is the flat deck – you sit on a chair that is raised from the deck and there is plenty of room and plenty of straps for your gear -- and they've e... Full story
Clear deck plates for visual monitoring of controls or gauges mounted behind panels are popular with boaters and boatbuilders alike. But, they can be difficult to open when used in high-pressure or near-vacuum conditions-a challenge compounded when positioned in confined spaces like engine rooms. High-Torque Access Plates from Beckson Marine solve this problem. Their unique design facilitates removal when required, while maintaining surface clarity for easy viewing of protected instruments.... Full story
Maritime Communications, Inc. Arizona Boating & Watersports and Western Outdoor Times Welcomes Maritime Communications, Inc. Maritime Communications is Marina del Rey's oldest and largest marine electronics dealer. They sell, install and service all types of marine electronics for boats & yachts. Maritime realizes that investing in a new suite of electronics for your vessel is an important undertaking. With so many choices and options available, it can be a daunting task. They are there to... Full story
BoatUS Foundation for Boating Safety and Clean Water program supervisor Alan Dennison has been elected chairman of the National Safe Boating Council (NSBC). Created in its current form by the Federal Boating Safety Act of 1971, the Council is the nation's principal public-private boating safety advocacy organization, representing a coalition of more than 330 U.S. and international member organizations. Its mission is to promote a safer recreational boating experience through education, outreach... Full story
Winterizing a boat can be a poignant chore, but a simple task done now will save a lot of headaches next spring: lubricate zippers and snaps with Snap Stick from Shurhold. Fast and easy to apply, it keeps plastic and metal fasteners and hinges working smoothly-even those attached to fabric that shrank while the boat was in storage. Made in the USA, Snap Stick is perfect to use on hardware that's exposed to rain, salt, dirt, rust and other contaminants. Non-toxic and biodegradable, the high-perfo... Full story
At any other time of year, the red towing response vessels of the on-water TowBoatUS towing fleet are helping recreational boaters get home after their boats have broken down or run aground. However, in October, seven TowBoatUS response boats across the country were turned pink to bring the message of breast cancer awareness to the water in hopes of saving lives and finding a cure for a disease that affects 1 in every 8 women. According to the National Breast Cancer Foundation, this year an... Full story
Sleek Folding Chocks Are Easy DIY Upgrade While chocks are a welcome hardware addition to help wrangle dock lines, installing yet another protruding accessory on a boat's crowded deck can cause second-guessing. Surface Mount Folding Chocks from Accon Marine offer two benefits: they eliminate the need for large installation holes, and they lay flat when not in use. This helps to maintain a cleaner, safer deck without sacrificing convenience. Crafted from marine-grade 316 stainless steel for excep... Full story
Stowing long push poles on deck can be a challenge. With 710-Series Push Pole Holders from Accon Marine, it's simple for anglers to install premium hardware that not only secures the gear in the choppiest water but folds flat and out of the way when casting. Built from polished marine-grade 316 stainless steel, 710-Series Push Pole Holders have durable UV-resistant glass-filled nylon hooks that pull up when needed. The 3.7" W x 5.4" L x .5" H hardware surface mounts with three #10 screws,... Full story
Many boat maintenance tasks are put off due to the time and energy needed to complete them. This isn't the case with new Hydrophobic Spray & Rinse from Glidecoat. Attached to a garden hose, it's fast and easy to create a durable, glossy coating that beads water to protect against spotting for up to three months. Hydrophobic Spray & Rinse works on virtually all solid marine surfaces including paint, gelcoat, vinyl, glass and metal. Perfect for ongoing Glidecoat Ceramic Coating maintenance, it's... Full story
WHO: Tumbleweed Sailing (Lake Pleasant, Arizona) & National Women's Sailing Association WHAT: WOWazr! (Women on the Water Zonie Regatta) presented by Tumbleweed Sailing Friday through Sunday, Nov. 3-5 at the Maricopa County Desert Outdoor Center (https://youtu.be/iJ25KkJHJaM) near Pleasant Harbor Marina located north of Phoenix, Ariz. Tumbleweed Sailing offers identically prepared Catalina 25 Fin Keel boats available for unlimited annual use for a fraction of what it would cost to own, dock,... Full story
