Be a better boater.

Cold storage space on boats of all sizes is precious and usually limited. Using storage containers that are just large enough to hold whatever you want to have is always helpful, but as you chip away at the food, pretty soon you end up with mostly-empty space inside of containers...Read More

It’s no secret a lot of this blog’s content is centered around Chicago and Lake Michigan, because that’s simply where I happen to boat. Weather happens everywhere, but each area has its own nuances that might not be completely obvious to many boaters. A dear friend and fellow mariner put...Read More

Boat U.S. is a great organization that does a lot for boating in the States and around the world. They recently published this article on boating etiquette that I felt was worth sharing. It’s a great read to better understand how wakes impact all watercraft differently (yes, power and sail)....Read More

Rescuees looking at the approaching land they very much missed. My crew and I rescued three beautiful souls yesterday. They were on inexpensive pool rafts that were being pushed out to sea with ease, given the strong westerly gales. Several boaters had passed them and didn’t offer assistance, despite their...Read More

Some boat chores are seasonal, and that includes washing mooring lines for me.This may seem like yet another manufactured OCD activity of mine, but there are functional benefits to doing this:* It maintains flexibility and prevents hard spots* Your lines don’t stink* It’s a perfect time to inspect for frays...Read More