Powerboating News & Lifestyle
27th November 2023
What’s in Your First-Aid Kit?
Scrapes, cuts, and bruises are all part of life on and off our boats. Being able to deal with medical…
Read More20th November 2023
Rules to Play By for a More Pleasurable Time on the Water
For many the dream of cruising British Columbia’s coast centers on freedom, self-reliance, adventure, discovery, challenge, camaraderie, and plain old…
Read More13th November 2023
Preparing for Winterization
As winter approaches and temperatures begin to drop, boaters start to think about winterization for their vessels. Some hire professionals…
Read More31st October 2023
Understanding Crankcase Oil Ratings
The fuel is what makes your engine fire, but it’s the crankcase oil that keeps it running. It’s important to…
Read More23rd October 2023
Build a Comprehensive Owner’s Manual
There is no more important and useful tool for a boat owner than the owner’s manual supplied by the manufacturer….
Read More17th October 2023
Herring Bay, Ruxton Island
If you are in search of a lovely Gulf Island anchorage with white-shell beaches and interesting weather carved sandstone formations,…
Read More10th October 2023
Boat Cards
Boating provides the opportunity to meet different and interesting people. Boaters like to get together. It can be difficult to…
Read More3rd October 2023
Anchor Trip Line
A Simple Inexpensive Insurance Policy You have most likely read or heard stories of boaters having a hard time…
Read More25th September 2023
Autumn Boating on the Salish Sea
The rewards of autumn cruising include a slower pace, quieter destinations, and surprisingly good weather. For some coastal cruisers this…
Read More19th September 2023
Caring for the BBQ
Nothing beats a BBQ for onboard cooking, but don’t forget cleanup. Barbequing is many boaters’ favorite way to prepare a…
Read More5th September 2023
Getting the Most From Weather Observations
Most boaters know it is good practice to monitor appropriate VHF radio frequencies. Staying informed of current weather conditions and…
Read More31st August 2023
Sea Strainer Shouldn’t Strain to Strain
Raw-water strainers have a vital job aboard the boat, and their need for routine attention is well worth the effort….
Read More22nd August 2023
Caring for Your Boat’s Transducer
Hidden below the waterline, the transducers are the eyes of our depth sounders and fish finders. They rarely cross our…
Read More14th August 2023
Navigation in the Fog
Even though the back of your neck might prickle and the hairs rise up at the sight of fog creeping…
Read More31st July 2023
Alert Bay, Cormorant Island
Alert Bay, Cormorant Island A Walk Through Namgis Culture Alert Bay on Cormorant Island, located on the northeastern side…
Read More26th July 2023
Flags, Ensigns, and Burgees – Getting it Right
Flags, Ensigns, and Burgees Getting it right. Flags and pennants tell a story to those who observe them, so…
Read More16th July 2023
Walsh Cove Marine Park
Walsh Cove is one of the many marine parks that British Columbia has to offer. The park can be found…
Read More12th July 2023
Tod Inlet
Tod Inlet A visit to the southern Gulf Islands of British Columbia would not be complete without a visit to…
Read More4th July 2023
Museums of British Columbia’s Central Coast
Museums of British Columbia’s Central Coast One of the enjoyable aspects of cruising the waters of British Columbia is seeing…
Read More19th June 2023
Tips for Better Boating Photos
Want your boating photos to be the ones that everyone wants to see? The ones that look crisp, colorful, and…
Read More14th June 2023
Casting-off and Enjoying the Cruising Life
“We’ll leave when everything on the “to-do-list” is completed.” Sometimes that’s easier said than done. All some individuals do is…
Read More9th June 2023
Boating with Guests
For a successful experience boating with guests, whether for a short tour of local waters or for an extended multiple-night…
Read More5th June 2023
Ganges, Saltspring Island, B.C.
There are many peaceful seaside communities in British Columbia’s Gulf Islands, but there is only one place that honestly can…
Read More29th May 2023
Preparing Your Diesel Engine for Cruising
For many coastal cruisers, there’s nothing more pleasurable than sitting at anchor in a secluded cove of northern British Columbia…
Read More16th May 2023
Handy Galley Tools
Everyone knows what you need in a good kitchen. It starts with a complete set of sharp knives and a…
Read More15th May 2023
Roche Harbor Resort, San Juan Island
Roche Harbor Resort, on San Juan Island, has come a long way from its beginnings when Hudson’s Bay Company built…
Read More1st May 2023
Tips for the First Time Inside a Passage Cruiser
Who among us hasn’t daydreamed about the ultimate cruise up the beautiful and breathtaking B.C. Coast? The one where you…
Read More27th April 2023
Port Sidney Marina to Host Largest In-the-water Boat Show on West Coast
Nothing will take the chill out of the air than a spring boat show. Celebrating its 32nd anniversary, the BC…
Read More17th April 2023
Know The Rules of The Road
While driving your car, you operate in a well-organized environment. There are roads, lanes, signs, traffic signals and rules. But…
Read More10th April 2023
Gibsons, British Columbia
Twenty miles northwest of Vancouver on the Sunshine Coast, the colorful seaside village of Gibsons, attracts hundreds of boaters year-round….
Read More27th March 2023
Freedom Marine is #1 in Canada for 11 Years* and Counting!
With 26 years of experience, Freedom Marine is constantly staying ahead of the evolving power boat and sailboat market. We…
Read More27th March 2023
Keeping Your Fenders Looking New
Nothing spoils a boat’s appearance as much as dirty, stained fenders hanging from the rails or lined up on the…
Read More14th March 2023
When (Anchor) Size Does Matter
Anchoring can be a humbling experience, even for seasoned skippers. But the use of the proper style oversize ground equipment…
Read More6th March 2023
Sullivan Bay, North Broughton Island
The first thing that strikes you when approaching Sullivan Bay Marina, located on Sutlej Channel, is the huge Canadian and…
Read More3rd March 2023
Spring Cleaning and Polishing
The annual ritual of washing and polishing the boat before spring use can be tedious. It doesn’t need to be…
Read More20th February 2023
Port McNeill, Vancouver Island
Port McNeill is the gateway to the Broughton Archipelago. Located on the northeastern Vancouver Island shoreline and on the doorstep…
Read More13th February 2023
PRE-SEASON INFLATABLE CARE
Most inflatable boats are used as tenders and are subjected to some tough conditions, but if maintained properly they should…
Read More6th February 2023
Mural Town – Chemainus, British Columbia
Located on Vancouver Island’s eastern shore, Chemainus is nestled between the mountains and the sea. Its name comes from the…
Read More26th January 2023
It’s Boat Show Time – Vancouver International Boat Show
Nothing can drive the chill out of frigid winter days like a boat show. Strolling past row after row of…
Read More9th January 2023
A Calculated Investment
Purchasing a boat is more than signing on the dotted line. A boat is a calculated investment that pays dividends…
Read More3rd January 2023
Prideaux Haven
When cruising through Desolation Sound, it’s hard not to stop by the anchorages in Prideaux Haven to enjoy picturesque sunsets…
Read More2nd December 2022
Mid-Winter Boat Checks
If your boat has been winterized thoroughly and buttoned-up tightly to anticipate wintry weather, you’re justified in not visiting your…
Read More25th November 2022
Dinghy Dock Etiquette
In many popular Salish Sea cruising destinations or stopovers, dinghy docks can become very crowded during the height of the…
Read More16th November 2022
Engine Fluid Analysis
Engine fluid analysis is like a blood test for your boat. The patient may look fine, and even feel well,…
Read More10th November 2022
Winter Boat Smarts
Winter Boating Smarts The summer boaters have packed it in, the tourists have gone home, and the islands and coast…
Read More2nd November 2022
Seven Tips for Safe and Fun Winter Cruising
Winter cruising means enjoying familiar anchorages and harbors without the crowds! It’s not that unusual to be the only transient…
Read More19th October 2022
Brokerage Princess Yachts Available in Vancouver
Freedom Marine presents an array of brokerage Princess Yachts available in Vancouver ———- 2022 Princess V55 The…
Read More19th October 2022
Diesel Layup
Diesels are hardy, but they still require winterization to ensure they will realize the longevity and trouble-free operation they are…
Read More14th October 2022
Electric Axopar 25 Prototype
An electrifying sensation from Axopar at Cannes At the Cannes Yachting Festival, 6-11 September 2022, Axopar Boats together with the…
Read More13th October 2022
Reading Nautical Charts
There is an old saying: “It’s not where you’re going, it’s how you get there.” With the speed and accuracy…
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