Without a doubt, I have spent plenty of nights out on the water, fishing from sunset to sunrise. Most often, I was swordfishing out of Ft. Lauderdale or reef fishing...

Without a doubt, as boaters, we should be conscious of protecting our waterways. It is imperative to take measures to avoid polluting one of our most valuable resources. As a...

As a former captain, I spent a significant amount of time cleaning boats. Not only would they be cleaned while sitting dockside for weeks on end, but also every time...

One of the most fun experiences is getting out on the water for a day of boating. Add your pet dog into the mix, and the day gets even better....

As an avid angler, I regularly have to be educated on state vs federal fishing regulations. Without question, you can be punishable by law if you’re harvesting illegal fish. The...

One of the most important pieces of life saving equipment onboard vessels are life jackets. As a former captain, I was responsible for the safety of the crew in addition...

Shopping for a new or used boat is both exciting and stressful. Without question, it is difficult to determine what vessel is the best fit for your needs. However, combining...

As a captain, sea trials were standard no matter if a boat was being acquired, sold, or coming out of a long out-of-service period. I didn’t particularly enjoy every trial,...

One of the most stressful times when owning a vessel is handling haulouts. As a captain, I hauled vessels on numerous occasions for various reasons. For the most part, boats...

It is likely that you have seen scrap yards at some point in your life, no matter if they are intended for vehicles or boats. However, in areas with navigable...