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…
"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.
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…
What happens if you commit a boating violation while on the water? Is it anything like what can happen if you violate the law while driving? For some states, yes! Those who commit boating violations in Florida must take a special "defensive driving" course for violators.
Most people now know the importance of wearing a properly fitted, USCG-approved life jacket while boating. However, year after year, hundreds of people tragically lose their lives on the water while not wearing a lifejacket. Why is that? Well, there's definitely a stigma associated with wearing lifejackets, especially among teens…
