Planing occurs when a boat rides on top of the water instead of passing through it. Typically, that happens at higher speeds where the boat appears to "skim" its way across the surface. Understanding how this occurs and how it can affect boat performance is…
When you spend time on the water, it's important to understand proper navigational rules and signals. One of the biggest ways to mark navigation information for waterways is through the use of buoys. These nautical devices are often round or oval-shaped but can also look…
When you plan to head out on the water, you want to be in a boat with the capabilities you need. What you need from your boat can be very different on a lake or river compared with the open ocean, and it's never a…
You may be flying a red, white, and blue American flag or a red and white Canadian flag on your boat, but those aren't the "boat" flags we're talking about today. There are many different components to boating safety, and one of those is the flag…
There are many great ways to get outdoors and enjoy time on the water. One of those is fishing for species such as marlin. Pursuing this great fish is a thrilling and challenging experience, and it is often considered the height of sport fishing. Understanding…
