Welcome to your Ohio Boat registration guide! With 75 state parks and tons of beautiful waterways, boating is simply a way of life in the State of Ohio. With glittering waters, lakes and rivers, the Buckeye State is full of boaters and swimmers most days of the year. Whether you’re fishing or tubing, there’s a special feeling in the air…
When it comes to operating a boat for the first time, there’s several things to consider that will make the experience much safer and more enjoyable for everyone. The most…
Have you ever driven up to a boat launch only to find another boater’s truck blocking the whole ramp while loading or unloading their gear? Boat launch etiquette is a…
At BOATsmart!, we’re all about boating safety and making sure our captains and crews enjoy their time on the water – and that includes our furry friends! Dogs are definitely…
Protecting Your Boating Children This Summer is About More Than SPF 50+ Life Jackets and Adult Supervision…
New or used? How much horsepower? While on the lookout for your first boat, you’re bound to have questions. We can’t answer them all in one post, but this is a good place to start: here are some key things to watch out for as a first-time buyer.
Learn these 8 Boating Terms so You Aren’t Given Away as an Amateur – Boating for Beginners! If you’re a beginner boater, the world of boating may seem to be…
Boating and the Environment Responsible boaters know that they risk polluting the marine environment. For this reason, it’s important that boaters follow both the federal and state laws that are…
Launch time is here and it’s time to start preparing for the upcoming spring boating season. Tasks vary depending on the boat you own as well as the type of boating…