Owning a boat can bring fun and excitement for the whole family, but it also comes with responsibilities. For new boat owners, understanding the different boat moorage options helps keep a vessel secure while in the water. The main ways to park a boat include anchoring, docking at a slip, or mooring. Each has its […]
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Each season, we prepare for our customers to arrive. Not in the sense that we open the doors like a restaurant, but in the concept that during the winter months, we spend a lot of time prepping, making upgrades and adjustments to ensure that “this season” will be the one to remember. But too often, […]
It’s mid-season already, and unlike Major League Baseball, there is no All-Star break in the marina industry. But this is also not the time to let your attention drift and fall into the gentle lapping of the waves against the hull of the boats. We all know that sound, and then we begin to wonder […]
It’s hard to believe that we are already over 1/2 the way through the year, and the boating season in the Mid-Atlantic is cruising by (pun intended). With that in mind, how much revenue are we all leaving on the table, and what can we do about it? Reports this year show that occupancy has […]
Each season, we prepare for our customers to arrive. Not in the sense that we open the doors like a restaurant, but in the concept that during the winter months, we spend a lot of time prepping, making upgrades and adjustments to ensure that “this season” will be the one to remember. But too often, […]
When taking your boat out for a ride this summer, it’s possible for even a calm outing to be interrupted by a sudden boat accident, such as a passenger falling overboard. While no one expects it to happen, this type of emergency is more common than many realize and can put everyone on board at […]
With summer in full swing, you’re likely looking forward to spending as much time out on the water as you can in the coming weeks. Of course, before you set sail, it is important that you properly service your boat to ensure maximum performance and safety. Yet, one aspect of boat maintenance that often gets […]
If you’re looking for an activity that will get your kids out of the house this summer, there is nothing greater than spending the day out on the water in a boat. The fact is that boating can be a fun activity for the whole family. This is whether you enjoy swimming, skiing, or tubing. […]
Nestled in a protected cove at the mouth of the Severn River is a lovely marina in Chesapeake Bay, MD, by the Trident Marine Group. This gorgeous waterfront has everything you need for a luxurious stop in Annapolis, whether you have reached your port of call or this is just a stop in your travels. […]
Spring is the perfect time to buy a boat. You will have plenty of time to shop around before the summer boating season. Yet, before looking at watercraft, you’ll have to decide whether purchasing a new or used vessel is the right option. It may leave you wondering how you will know whether a new […]