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Boating Safety

Lanyard Kill-Switch Tips and Best Practices

April 1, 2020
2 min read

In a previous blog we talked about wearing a kill-switch, eliminating the possibility of being hit by a boat or PWC, or struck by a spinning engine propeller if the driver is ejected. If the operator is thrown from the boat, the kill-switch is unplugged and the boat’s engine is disabled.  We’ve had several questions come in regarding standard lanyard-style…

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Boating Safety, Coast-to-Coast

Boat Lights At Night: The Importance of Using Navigation Lights

Apr 1, 2020

This weekend, boaters in southern Ontario, Canada were rattled by two fatal boating collisions. In both incidents, there were boats involved that were not displaying their night-time navigation lights, making…

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Boating Safety, Boats + Gear

The Importance of Boat Safety Equipment

Apr 1, 2020

Planning ahead and having the right boat safety equipment on board before going boating can make for a safer and more enjoyable boat trip.

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Maintenance

Pro Tips for DIY Boat Maintenance This Spring

Apr 1, 2020

Spring is coming! And just like a grizzly beard, your boat needs a bit of oil and some good ol’ TLC, especially after the harsh Canadian winter we just had….

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Boating Safety

Boating Crash Course: PFDs and Life Jackets

Apr 1, 2020

The first time I went boating it was a small group of family friends in Muskoka, Ontario and we were having the perfect getaway weekend. We enjoyed sun-drenched weather all…

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Boating Safety

Keep it Unlocked in the Locks

April 1, 2020
3 min read

While recently boating throughout the many lakes and wonderful lock system of the Kawarthas, I was reminded of how critical it is to not just know how to appropriately operate your boat and its safety gear, but also how to navigate your boat appropriately through a lock system. (For those that may not be familiar, a lock is a device…

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Coast-to-Coast, Lifestyle

Boating Badges of Honour

Mar 1, 2020

As boaters, we all share that special bond. We all know that the boater wave has been earned over the years through the different trials and tribulations. We’ve all suffered…

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Tips & Tricks

Top 10 Eco-Friendly Boating Tips

Mar 1, 2020

As boaters, we have the incredible opportunity to explore waterways around the world with friends and family. During this amazing time on the water we can truly relax and feel…

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Coast-to-Coast, Lifestyle, Tips & Tricks

Buying your first boat: what to watch out for!

Mar 1, 2020

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…

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Lifestyle

The Joys and Health Benefits Of Boating

Mar 1, 2020

As a boater, I’ve always loved being out on the water. Using it as an escape from the busyness of the city and feeling stress-free with little to no interruptions….

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