Generally, the advancement of science leads to the dispelling of myths. For example, it turns out the Sun is not actually Apollo riding his chariot across the sky after all – but it was only really in the 19th century that paleontology took off and…
Whether shopping for a birthday gift, Christmas gift, or something for your dad for Father's Day, finding the right item for your boating fanatic can be challenging. So, where do you start? If your loved ones are crazy about being out on the water, here…
Seafaring is one of the world's oldest occupations, so it is only natural that in times of inexplicable events, superstitions have played a major role in providing reasons for them. The uncontrollable nature of the sea has given way to many nautical lores, each as…
Taking a safety course and passing a boating exam ensures better safety for you and other boaters and prepares you for worst-case scenarios. A safety certification also reduces the risks of getting into potentially harmful situations on the water, like getting lost. For as long as man…
Could boater safety education have helped these people? To many city dwellers, the idea of fending for ourselves sans Google, cell phones, and hot water is hardly even fathomable. The need to stretch our imaginations and physiques to learn how to tie knots, make rope, start fires…
