There are a couple of steps that will help ensure a smooth transition at the boat launch. The first is to prepare the boat away from the launch area. When each boater is ready to go when they get to the launch, no one is…

It is crucial to have the right vehicle, trailer, hitch, and safety chains to tow your boat. Trailers, similar to boats, have capacity plates. This plate will tell you the capacity your trailer can carry. The capacity includes the ship’s weight, motor fuel, and all…

The Weather Radio broadcast is the best weather-related resource for boaters. NOAA is also a great resource, as they use a Coastal Warning Display Program. There are several types of flags and colored lights used to display warnings of incoming weather to boaters. The National…