Times Spent Outdoors: Priceless!
Times Spent Outdoors: Priceless!
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With boatyards, backyards, marinas, and clubs now coming to life, spring commissioning time has arrived. Boat Owners Association of The United States (BoatUS) has a Spring Commissioning Checklist to help boaters start the season right: Before You Launch 1. Inspect and replace hose clamps as necessary. Double-clamp fuel lines and exhaust hoses with marine-rated stainless steel hose clamps. Keep seacocks closed when you are away from the boat. 2. Inspect all hoses for stiffness, rot, leaks and... Full story
Beginning and experienced woman sailors can jump-start their sailing lives by heading to the National Women's Sailing Association (NWSA) 18th Annual Women's Sailing Conference slated for Saturday, June 1 at the Corinthian Yacht Club in Marblehead, Mass.... 
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SAVE NOW -- Safe boaters know that keeping equipment in top working order is the best way to avoid potential problems on the water. Just in time for spring launch, a new rebate from Hubbell Marine allows owners to upgrade shore power cable sets and save money in the process. Those who purchase a 50' Hubbell 50A, 125/250V cable set between now and June 30 qualify for a $50 cash rebate. An additional $25 rebate on the companion YQ230 Intelligent Y Adapter allows boaters to enjoy enhanced... Full story
The Federal Bureau of Investigation is not taking appropriate steps to review and assess potential maritime terrorism risks facing U.S. sea ports, the Justice Department's internal watchdog has found. The audit, released on Thursday by Inspector General Michael Horowitz, found that while top FBI officials believe the country faces a low maritime terrorism threat, that view is actually based on "incomplete and potentially inaccurate information." Moreover, the audit found that the FBI had not... Website
Finally, cruises along Mexico's Pacific Coast are underway. Cruise and Maritime Voyages (CMV) - a privately owned British Company began the service out of Rocky Point (Puerto Penasco) with Astoria in early December. During its inaugural season, the company is booking reservations for Dec. 7, 18 and 29 in 2019, and Jan. 9, 20 and 31 in 2020. Each voyage will be 11 days and take passengers to eight ports (Topolobampo and Mazatlan in Sinaloa; Cabo San Lucas, La Paz, Loreto and Santa Rosalia in... Full story
NEW YORK, N.Y., USA (February 27, 2019) – The Cruising Club of America (CCA) today announced the 2018 recipients of the international organization’s most prestigious awards, including Bruce Halabisky and Tiffany Loney of Orcas Island, Wash., Stan Honey of Palo Alto, Calif., and Ellen and Seth Leonard of Laupahoehoe, Hawaii.... Website
Purpose. The U.S. Coast Guard issues Findings of Concern (FoC) to disseminate information related to unsafe conditions that investigators identified as causal factors in a casualty and could contribute to future incidents. FoCs are intended to educate the public, state, or local agencies about the conditions discovered so they may address the findings with an appropriate voluntary action or so they can highlight existing applicable company policies or state/local regulations within their areas... Full story
THANK YOU -- (L to R) Capt. Jeff Dziedzic, TowBoatUS Mystic, Connecticut; Rep. Joe Courtney (D-Conn.); and Capt. Keith Turgeon, TowBoatUS Mystic U.S. Coast Guard Re-authorization Includes Look At Improving 911 System For Boaters TowBoatUS Mystic Connecticut captain thanked from U.S. House floor. A sign of the times, the U.S. Coast Guard reports that it’s common for recreational boaters today to use cellphones to call during a boating emergency. While Boat Owners Association of The United S... Full story
Paddlesport, boating enthusiasts reminded to keep safe on the water. The calendar says winter is weeks away, but the thermometer says otherwise. For that reason, the Arizona Game and Fish Department reminds undeterred paddlesport enthusiasts to practice coldwater safety when heading on the water. Hypothermia Dangerous The U.S. Coast Guard reports that cold water immersion and hypothermia can occur in water as cool as 70 degrees. Even in a healthy person, cold-water immersion can impact muscle... Full story
Ethanol Misfueling Danger Laid Bare: Gas Pump Photos "The ethanol industry doesn't want you to see these photos." The President has officially moved to allow E15 (15 percent ethanol) gasoline sales have now been moved to allow E15 (15 percent ethanol) year-round - a fuel prohibited for use in recreational boats and a decision that recreational boating groups say will needlessly put 142 million American boaters at risk. New Website Protecting Boaters at the Gas Pump is a new website with a... Full story
Engine Cutoff Switch Requirement, Five-Year Vessel Documentation Included in Passage of Coast Guard Authorization Act Each year Congress authorizes the budget and overall spending level for the U.S. Coast Guard, which can have a direct effect on recreational boaters. Boat Owners Association of The United States (BoatUS) applauds today's passage of The Frank Lobiondo Coast Guard Authorization of Act of 2018, which offers new safety and consumer-friendly benefits for boaters, anglers and sailors.... Full story
Argos Nautic's 330 JET tender was chosen as a 2018 Boating Industry Top Product of the Year from among hundreds of nominations submitted. The annual award honors the best new or updated marine products that stand out for their impact on the industry, innovation and how they advance their category or create a new segment. "It's an honor to be chosen for a Top Product award," said Patrick Sullivan, Argos Nautic sales and marketing. "The 330 JET is such an innovative boat that solves a space issue... Full story
The great thing about a trailed boat is it can be stored almost anywhere. Limitations are typically due to the size and turning radius of the tow vehicle. With Parkit360's Force line of battery-powered trailer dollies, everything from a jon boat to a 28' center console with twin 225s can be maneuvered by a single person around tight corners and obstacles. And unlike with a car or truck, the trailer can be stored tongue-first for an unparalleled level of theft prevention. The Force 5K and Force... Full story
This story is intended to serve as a general resource for recreational boating safety information. Should an issue or topic not be addressed here, feel free to contact Ed Huntsman, the District Recreational Boating Safety (RBS) Program manager, via email at Edward.L.Huntsman@uscg.mil or by telephone at 504-671-2148. FILE A FLOAT PLAN Why should you take the time to prepare a float plan? The answer is simple - there are just too many facts that need to be accurately remembered and ultimately... Full story
PHOENIX -- The U.S. Bureau of Reclamation has allocated more than $4 million to support existing work by western states and tribes to combat the spread of invasive quagga and zebra mussels. Arizona has several quagga mussel-infested waterbodies and will benefit from the increased funding. The allocation is part of an initiative by Department of Interior Secretary Zinke called, "Safeguarding the West: Actions to Strengthen Federal, State, and Tribal Coordination to Address Invasive Mussels."... Full story
It's just a Slide. What could go wrong? Get seriously injured and you'll sing a different song! This safety alert stems from two separate casualties investigated by Coast Guard Marine Safety Unit Chicago. At issue is the installation of water slides onboard commercial vessels sometimes characterized as "Party Boats." In both events, passengers using the slide contacted the vessel's aft rail and sustained severe bone fractures. Slides much like those commonly used at pools, shown in Photograph 1, offer an element of fun during hot days on the... Full story
For Immediate Release - July 10, 2018 LAKE HAVASU CITY, Ariz. - The Rock House Recreation Area, visitor center and boat launch, managed by The Bureau of Land Management (BLM), Lake Havasu Field Office will not be available for public use from July 23 to August 1, 2018, in order to ensure safety during maintenance and repaving. This parking lot repair will enhance the recreational experiences at the site and improve facilities. During the construction, parking, boat launching or use of the... Full story
Aerated baitwells offer anglers tremendous convenience, yet can prove a source of frustration by allowing foreign matter to slip down the drain tube. This can soon clog through-hull lines, resulting in irritating and costly repairs. The Beckson Marine D-2 Baitwell Gravity Drain Assembly eliminates this problem by screening out debris. The D-2 uses a specially designed cap with 72 angled drain holes to protect against clogs without restricting overall water flow. In addition to its use in... Full story
Golden Boat Lifts' 3K Single Track Lift is the ultimate in adaptability when space is at a premium. It boasts a small footprint when installed on a seawall and even mounts securely onto a single pile. Despite its size, it confidently raises PWC, runabouts, center consoles and RIBS up to 3,000 lbs. and accommodates up to a 7' beam. The key to Golden's 3K Single Track Lift's strength is its construction and commercial grade materials. It's manufactured using an exclusive double I-beam track that... Full story
Unlike their larger brothers, small boats typically aren't launched from a trailer. Owners tend to wrestle them to water's edge, often damaging hulls and backs in the process. With Davis Instruments' Wheel-a-Weigh™ launching wheels, one person is all it takes to easily roll a RIB, rowboat, dinghy or inflatable with hard transom to the shoreline. Best of all, the innovative device doesn't even need to be removed to use the vessel. Wheel-a-Weigh is built to last using 316 stainless steel. The pivo... Full story
The effort to prevent the spread of quagga mussels throughout fresh water lakes and rivers in the western United States has been ongoing since 2007 when the harmful mollusks were initially discovered in Lake Mead and specific portions of the Colorado River including Lake Havasu. Although numerous containment strategies have been employed by various local, state and federal agencies during the past ten years, quaggas have proven to be a stubborn and virtually unstoppable adversary, infecting a... Full story
Few drivers think twice about the versatility of walking around a parked vehicle. With a custom-built Golden Deck Lift from Golden Boat Lifts, boat owners have that same luxury. Like a car on a driveway, it delivers unprecedented 360 degree access and all the benefits of out-of-water storage: added speed, increased fuel economy, less time spent scrubbing the hull and higher resale value. Whether it's a PWC, or sterndrive, outboard or inboard vessel up to 240,000 lbs., Golden Deck Lifts are... Full story
Barron Boats an industry familiar name readies for the release of a new line-up of deckboats and center consoles. Sometimes when one door closes, another one opens. And so it is with Jerry Barron, son of now deceased southern California boat building icon, Nick Barron of Hallett Boats. AZBW/WOT March 2018 AZBW/WOT March 2018 Boats Play A Big Role - First, thanks to news@martinflory.com for the cover photo. Second, from kayaks to high-performance boats to fishing craft - and more - spring shows... Full story
Jack Cole, Skipjack boats, passed away on February 23, 2018. We join the entire Skipjack family, including Irene and his two sons, Jack, Jr. and Jeff Cole, in honoring this legend and his contribution to boating during his lifetime. A close friend and fellow Tuna Club member, Carl Lund, who has also passed away, introduced me to Jack Cole in Avalon in the mid-seventies. By that time, Cole had established himself as one of a select few successful boat designers with his "Skipjack"... Website
The sixth round of North American Free Trade Agreement negotiations took place in late January, and the National Marine Manufacturers Association is working with members of Congress to address the issues that it says would affect the recreational boating industry.... Website
