Boating Lifestyle
There is so much to love, and learn, about boating. That's why we created this library of articles, videos and blog posts to help you throughout your adventures.
Freshwater Fish - Carp
Although carp have been considered a nuisance by North American anglers, they are highly prized as sportfish in Europe, and can be excellent fighters. A growing number of anglers in the US are becomin
Freshwater Fish - Perch
White perch are silvery and frequently have irregular dusky longitudinal lines along its body. They have a slightly projecting lower jaw and small teeth. Their dorsal fins are separate and their anal
Why Choosy Parents Choose Boating
Take advantage of time you can spend on the water with family and friends. Here are some of the reasons we recommend the boating lifestyle to any family.
Freshwater Fish - Crappie
Taken together, black crappie and white crappie is the third most preferred group of freshwater sportfish, ranking behind only bass and catfish.Crappies’ gill covers have spines. The black crappie can
Freshwater Fish - Eel
Eels can be a great catch for anglers, but are not a particularly popular catch. There are nearly 400 different species of eels.
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Winterize Your Boat
When the boating season is winding down, it’s time to start thinking about protecting your valuable recreational asset.
Freshwater Fish - Drum
Except for color, freshwater drum resembles its marine relative the red drum. The fish is deep-bodied and equipped with a long dorsal fin divided into two sections. The dorsal fin usually has 10 spine
Freshwater Fish - Northern Pike
The northern pike is an elongated fish. Its dorsal region is bluish-green to gray in color, shading to white or yellow on the belly. This coloration distinguishes it from chain pickerel, redfin picker
Parts of a Sailboat
Here's a list of all of the sailing terms you will need to get out on the water!
Freshwater Fish - Muskellunge
In general, identifying the hybrid tiger muskie from the muskellunge is fairly easy, though it can be more difficult with some individuals. The tiger muskie is named for the prominent light-colored, b
Freshwater Fish - Chain Pickerel
Chain pickerel are aggressive fighters once hooked, thus making them an exciting catch. They are active through the winter, under the ice, so they can be caught by ice anglers.
Nine ways to make your kids fall in love with boating
They say if your child hasn’t been bitten by the bug to fish or boat by the time they are 13, they likely never will take up either sport.