Watching Fireworks from Your Boat – Part 2

Do not bring fireworks on the boat! Attempting to launch any type of firework from a boat is extremely dangerous, no matter how small! Instead, let the professionals run the show so you can just sit back and enjoy. Do not overload the boat with passengers! The maximum number of passengers is listed on the …

Watching Fireworks from Your Boat – Part 1

My favorite weekend of the year is just about here – July 4th Fireworks! Living near Milwaukee we have numerous inland lakes in the area that offer over-water fireworks displays, including the “big bang” on Lake Michigan. Since many communities hold their displays on different days, we plan on 2 – 3 outings if possible …

Keep the Lake Happy!

Boating is a fun, family-oriented sport that has become more popular than ever. This popularity has put pressure on many bodies of water with increased traffic. Whether you live on the water or trailer to it, we all share responsibility for treating our waters wisely. Here’s just a few tips to being a good boating …

How to Fill the Fuel Tank

Filling the gasoline fuel tank on a boat can confuse some owners. Modern built-in tanks are designed to be environmentally friendly by preventing fuel from overflowing into the water and minimize vapors released to the atmosphere. Keep these thoughts in mind when filling the tank. Avoid using gasoline blended with ethanol; if that is not …

Preparing Your Boat for the Season

Now is the time to prepare your boat for the season so you can hit the water running when the weather turns mild. Besides a thorough cleaning, here are just a few points to keep in mind. Safety First! Check the safety equipment for operation, condition and expiration dates. Replace any flares that have expired …

Freeze Damage

Many areas of the United States have recently experienced unprecedented and unexpected cold temperatures. Some of these areas typically do not experience sub-freezing temperatures so winterization/draining of the raw water portion of the engines, transmissions, air conditioners and other components that use raw cooling water is not a priority. Before starting the engine, do a …