Without question, captains range in experience level despite holding the paperwork stating that they are qualified captains from the US Coast Guard. I have seen 500-ton captains who are not...

One of the most irie sounds when boating is hearing the low oil alarm on a two stroke engine. Without question, the high pitched squeal inflicts panic and makes you...

Unfortunately, accidents at boat ramps occur regularly, both in the water and on the land. As an avid boater and former captain, I have seen plenty of close calls but,...

Unfortunately, anglers have expensive fishing equipment stolen consistently from many different areas. I have had rods stolen from my garage by a group of people doing work on my home....

As a captain, I frequently worked aboard large vessels well over 100 feet in length. With that said, it was common to utilize face docks versus slips when securing in...

As a former captain, I needed to operate a boat frequently when docking in marinas. I know all of the important things to consider. Remember, you never want to cause...

One of the most notable campgrounds in coastal Georgia is Skidaway Island State Park. The state park spans 588 acres and is home to an abundance of wildlife. Furthermore, the...

One of the most entertaining things to do is head out fishing by golf cart. I am fortunate to live in a golf cart community that is home to over...

As a former boat owner, I had a challenging time making the decision to sell my boat. Boats become a part of our lives because of the routine of using...

One of the best decisions you can make as a boater is to store your vessel at a marina. A marina will allow you immediate access to the water compared...