Shady spots are often in short supply on the beach. They are the first areas to be occupied, especially during the summer vacation period. You still have to protect yourself and your family from the sun, so getting a beach tent or cabana is necessary. The setup is effortless thanks to the pop-up functionality of modern beach shelters, and the …
The bowline knot is a knot to turn the end of your line into a fixed size loop, or tie around a fixed object. It is a very useful nautical knot and has been termed “the most useful knot in the world”, with sailor references dating back over 500 years. You can use it not just during boating, but also …
River tubing is an insane amount of fun. If you have ever done it, you can’t help but rave about it. It is the perfect activity for friends and family, or even just for a date night. If you want to go river tubing, you need to make sure that you go to the right river. The United States provides …
When Mr. Sunshine is up and smiling during the warm months, most rivers in America are open to river tubing enthusiasts to kick back in the cold waters and let currents push them downriver. Floating on a lazy tube down a scenic river is a relaxing and fun way to spend an afternoon. But tubing isn’t just about picking up …
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An important skill you’ll need to learn for boating is how to tie sailors’ knots. Why? For any given situation at a marina or out on open water, you will need to choose a knot to effectively and safely accomplish a task. Nautical Knot Dictionary First, know that you may use the terms nautical knots, sailors’ knots, and boating knots …
