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News From Our Next-Door BoatingNeighbors Huge California Boat Registration Fee Hike Averted Next Up: Ensuring fuel taxes paid by boaters equitably fund California's boating education and safety,... Full story

TV ONBOARD -- Whether for news, weather or just to watch the game, there are times having onboard television reception is important. But when switching between external antennas and cable or... Full story

Hella marine enters the underwater entertainment light market with Apelo, a line of surface-mount LED lamps incorporating optical intelligence and robotic manufacturing for superior marine lighting... Full story

Marie Rogers Receives Leadership Award Honor 'Sailing is an amazing metaphor of how to get along', says honoree Marie Rogers. Race has been at the top of many minds this year, which has led to some un... Full story

STOP THE SHOCK -- In a marina, people occasionally fall off a deck or dock. If there's stray electrical current in the water, the accident is potentially deadly. To avoid this scenario, install an... Full story

To Take The ‘Search’ Out Of Search And Rescue Are you making it difficult to be found in an emergency? “Do I know how to be found in an emergency?” That’s a question every boater should ask... Full story

Virtual and in-person women's event shares sailing secrets, camaraderie, fun with unparalleled on- and off-water learning experiences. One of the presenters is our own Debbie Huntsman of the Lake... Full story

Recently, some visitors to the Grand Canyon were struck by lightning. This brought up the question of how boaters can stay safe during a thunderstorm. Mike Telleria of Boating Magazine gives 29... Full story

BoatUS shows how you can eliminate them. To a boater, it's a cringeworthy sight – a boat sitting on a disabled trailer unattended on the side of the road, typically because the boat's owner has... Full story

Recently, some visitors to the Grand Canyon were struck by lightning. This brought up the question of how boaters can stay safe during a thunderstorm. Mike Telleria of Boating Magazine gives 29... Full story

Many remember him and his Royal Canadians for their extremely popular band performances, especially from 1929 to 1952, but on into the '70s and beyond with his top-selling recordings. However, Guy... Full story

They reveal how the pandemic affected boating in ways just beginning to be understood. The U.S. Coast Guard recently released the 2020 Recreational Boating Statistics, and reports of accidents,... Full story

When adding lifting cleats or eyes on a boat, the positioning of bulkheads and other internal structures below deck can sometimes make this equipment difficult to install. The new 209-PA Pivot... Full story

Many boat owners understand the regulation of having lifejackets on board, but don't wear them regularly when on flat water because they're uncomfortable. The Adventurer from Bombora is different.... Full story

Why Waiting Until Year End Could Cost You Single engine center-console boats wanted for on-water training programs. Boat owners wishing to do good or take advantage of potential tax benefits may... Full story

The common method of powering party lights or an electric polisher while at the dock is to run an electric extension cord down the companionway, creating an unsightly trip hazard. With a Hubbell... Full story

Editor's Note: As a courtesy, we are including the following note to Antelope Point Marina customers. "Dear Marina Customers, We are excited that the 2021 summer season is finally here! Due to the... Full story

The new Milennia MIL-S3501 3-1/2" Full-range Speakers from Prospec Electronics are the ideal small-sized solution for powerful, immersive sound. With a mere 4" outer diameter, they're easy to install... Full story

Choose from a social-distancing dinner plus nighttime cruise to watch Bayfront fireworks. Museum extends hours, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. for 4th of July holiday. Maritime Museum of San Diego, serving as the... Full story

The boating association provides some interesting information re: recreational boating. The job of the nation's largest recreational boating advocacy, services and safety group, Boat Owners... Full story

BOGO -- This spring, purchase a Cobra Marine VHF radio and get a complimentary one-year BoatUS basic membership. BoatUS/ Cobra Electronics Team Up To Enhance Boater Safety, Experience For a limited ti... Full story

H2 Whoa! is the world's tallest floating waterslide and has been recorded as such by The Guinness Book of World Records. At a height of 34 feet, 10 feet taller than the previous world record holder,...  Website

Concert and Fireworks Planned for July 3 – 4, 2021 LAKE HAVASU CITY, Arizona (June 24, 2021) – The megadrought in the Southwest has lead to epic water shortages, but there is one bright side.... Full story

A SOLUTION --Traditional bow navigation lights are vulnerable to damage from wayward equipment such as a mishandled boat hook, fumbled anchor chain or dropped toolbox. If not immediately repaired, it... Full story

It's more fun at the lake! forty five minutes from downtown Phoenix, Pleasant Harbor, located on the southeastern shores of Lake Pleasant, serves as a one-stop recreation spot for lakeside fun and a... Full story