Boats are placed into specific classes based on vessel length. The safety equipment that federal and state laws require on board is determined by the class of your boat. To determine a boat’s class, its length is measured along the centerline from the outside of…

Port Beam: The widest part of the boat on the port side is called the port beam. Port Bow: The port surface of the vessel’s hull that curves inward to the stern is called the port bow. Port Quarter: The port surface of the vessel’s…

Getting a new or new-to-you boat can be exciting, but before your boat even hits the water, you’ll need to get it registered. Aside from a few exceptions, almost all boats in Texas must be registered with the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD). Read…