Times Spent Outdoors: Priceless!
Times Spent Outdoors: Priceless!
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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"... 
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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
According to a 2017 BoatUS Foundation report (Foundation Findings #55 – Boat Burn Lessons Learned, http://www.boatus.org/findings/55/), "Electrical faults are the No. 1 cause of boat fires." Faulty shore power equipment can be one of the culprits, as it feeds a boat's entire AC system and transmits the full power load. The revolutionary SmartPlug System is the best defense a boat owner has to protect against the inadequacies of traditional twist-type shore connections. SmartPlug's 30A system o... Full story
CANYON LAKE, Ariz. — Boaters and other outdoor recreationists are advised that the Palo Verde Boat Ramp at Canyon Lake will temporarily close from March 1 through March 17 for a facility improvement project. Arizona Game and Fish has been working with the Tonto National Forest to maintain the pavement in and around the ramp, and this project will involve milling, crack-sealing, seal-coating and other services as necessary. During the work, the area from the main highway down to the ramp will b... Full story
Follow Rum's History And San Diego Connection "Rum, Sailors, Pirates, and Prohibition" - This exhibition of exhibits, artifacts, and 3-D dispays follow San Diego's connection to the history of rum. It is now showing in the Gould Eddy Gallery aboard the Ferryboat Berkeley. Admission is included with general admission to the museum. The fresh new interactive, educational and entertaining exhibit tells the story of the new world's first distilled spirit from its origins on 17th century Caribbean su... Full story
Whether to increase leg room, optimize a standing position or provide added clearance for improved dash access and visibility, Schmitt & Ongaro Marine's Aluminum Hub Extension is the solution OEMs and boat owners need. It works with any of the company's polyurethane marine steering wheels, doubling the depth of the hub mounting space with an added 1.5". The Aluminum Hub Extension is simple to install. The wheel is removed and the durable, marine grade, black powder-coated collar bolted onto its... Full story
New Compact Tecniq LED Fixture Delivers Massive Light Lighting a deck or cockpit space provides safety and security, but too often LED fixtures are large and expensive. Guaranteed for life, TecNiq's new compact D30 Surface Mounted Load Light provides 2,000 lumens of bright white LED light, illuminating 150 sq. ft. from a height of 10', at an affordable price. Balancing power and illumination area is key with any lighting solution and the D30 delivers. Its 64° by 51° beam angle brightens a s... Full story
Whether an adventure means camping, boating or simply relaxing on the patio, Davis Instruments' RailLight™ delivers the illumination needed to stave-off darkness and extend outdoor fun. And because it'll run for eight hours on a full charge, it's the perfect emergency backup solution to bring indoors during a power failure. With its stainless steel caps and posts, RailLight fits into any décor. Bright white LEDs and a UV-resistant polycarbonate lens amplify the light. Fully sealed el... Full story
Quality craftsmanship and a feel of stability is immediately noticed when grasping a Schmitt & Ongaro Vision Elite or Vision FX marine steering wheel. Ideal for any boat, they're attractive, yet incredibly strong and durable. At home on the primary or secondary helm of a fresh or saltwater boat, the Vision Elite and Vision FX are cast from 316 stainless steel for low maintenance. Highly polished, they feature a classic three-spoke design with finger grip rims for control in wet weather or when... Full story
Household selfie sticks may capture backyard action, but when it comes to surviving repeated use in a marine environment-or reaching up 9'-they come up short. Shurhold Industries' Camera Adapter mounts onto any of the company's 11 handles and securely holds a GoPro or Garmin VIRB camera. It makes the ideal holiday gift. The ultimate selfie stick, the Camera Adapter is perfect for capturing every fun and exciting moment from a unique, show-stopping perspective. Completely rustproof, it's ideal... Full story
For All Your Cleaning And Descaling Needs SEASPOTS GONE keeps boats, jet skis, RVs, and other water sports equipment's shining and calcium free. Boat, RV and water sport lovers love SEASPOTS GONE with its proven ability to remove stubborn water spots, scale build-up and soils from the surfaces of theirwater craft and sports equipment. Its ability to work with both fresh and salt water, without scratching or clouding surfaces has made this product's popularity grow. SEASPOTS GONE is the product... Full story
Most boats use flush-mount deck plates to provide discreet, convenient access to wiring, plumbing and other internal components. Yet opening them can sometimes prove challenging, especially when they haven't been used for long periods. The simple solution to this problem - and an ideal gift - is the DPA-4 Deck Plate Key from Beckson Marine. A compact, multi-purpose tool, the DPA-4 Deck Plate Key can be used with screw-out, pry-out and twist-out plates, as well as drain plugs. Formed from... Full story
Boat hooks and brush handles can accidentally scratch and mar fine boat finishes. Shurhold Industries' patented Handle Mate PFD slips over the aluminum shaft of its Telescoping and Fixed Length Handles to protect gelcoat, paint and chrome. And because those oops moments happen, like dropping the tool overboard, the innovative device keeps it floating for easy retrieval. Made from soft, high-quality neoprene, Handle Mate PFD provides a solid, comfortable grip. The durable sleeve is easily... Full story
Images of vessels lost during the recent Hurricanes Harvey and Irma are still fresh in the minds of many. These catastrophic storms galvanize the need to have an anchoring plan in place, even for those whose boats are on inland lakes. Fortress Marine Anchors offers free resources to assist owners in developing the skills needed to keep a boat safely anchored during a storm. Focused more on education than product, they provide a wealth of information. Surviving a Storm at Anchor by noted author... Full story
Whether tied to a dock or mooring, at anchor or towing a dinghy, lines and chains create enormous stress on cleats, chocks, fairleads and related fittings, especially when suddenly jarred. Shockles™ from Davis Instruments is a patented line of simple, innovative devices that absorbs the damaging shock loads placed on a boat's hardware and cordage from wakes, chop, waves and tidal surges. They make for a safer, more comfortable boating experience. Shockles are built to last. They're made from U... Full story
Many outdoors fans forgo cubes and freeze large chunks of ice instead. It lasts longer and is easier to use inside a cooler. Chipping and splitting ice blocks has never been easier than with the Beckson Marine Shipmate Stainless Steel Pick, which has a multitude of other uses. This simple but strong tool is a rugged multitasker for boating, hunting, fishing, camping or working around the home. It can be used as an awl to punch holes in leather, thin sheet metal or other material, or make pilot h... Full story
Warm weather is when boat and RV owners notice nature taking its toll - inside and out. Between the mold, algae and dirt, things start looking dingy. Iosso Products' Mold & Mildew Stain Remover Cleaner does all the hard work to remove the toughest stains and leave fabrics looking like new. Mold & Mildew Stain Remover Cleaner is ideal for cleaning boat covers, awnings, tents and tarps, indoor and outdoor furniture cushions, carpeting and patio umbrellas. It doesn't contain bleach or chlorine, so... Full story
