Gibsons, British Columbia
Twenty miles northwest of Vancouver on the Sunshine Coast, the colorful seaside village of Gibsons, attracts hundreds of boaters year-round. It makes an ideal weekend getaway spot for local city dwellers or a wonderful overnight stop for cruisers on their summer migration to points further north. The working harbor is the soul of the village. […]
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 have proven success throughout the past 11 years as the leading boat brokerage in Canada for pre-owned boat listings sold worldwide (boats 35’ – 180’). Freedom Marine is also the prominent leader in Canada for […]
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 deck. Dirty fenders leave ugly streaks on the hull that can be difficult to remove. So, it’s important to keep your fenders looking new. Although scrubbing a dirty fender with boat soap or detergent will […]
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 eases the process and makes you look like a pro. When selecting an anchor, you have three styles to choose from. The fluke style is light and easy to weigh, it stows flat and holds […]
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 United States flags signaling the location of the Sullivan Bay Marina Resort, and its floating community. This unique floating marina and village has an eclectic mix of wooden structures and float homes, some of which […]
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 though. There are ways to make the effort more effective and to avoid mistakes that will create more work. Even though your boat may have been protected by a boat house or by shrink-wrap during […]
Port McNeill, Vancouver Island
Port McNeill is the gateway to the Broughton Archipelago. Located on the northeastern Vancouver Island shoreline and on the doorstep to the Broughton Islands. Port McNeill — the second largest North Vancouver Island community, after Port Hardy. It is situated in a natural harbor offering boaters a choice of two moorage facilities and an excellent […]
PRE-SEASON INFLATABLE CARE
Most inflatable boats are used as tenders and are subjected to some tough conditions, but if maintained properly they should provide 10 to 20 years of service. A little springtime preventive maintenance will help extend a tender’s life and provide a worry-free season of use. – Start by ensuring the boat is properly inflated. Fill […]
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 Native shaman, and chief “Tsa-meeun-is” of the Stz’umins First Nation. This beautiful seaside community of 4,000 is more than just a pretty little town with quaint houses and beautiful gardens; it’s a year-round destination for […]
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 new models and seeing what represents the state of the union in recreational boating is the perfect antidote for chilly winter temperatures, as thoughts of summer fun and new adventures dance through your head. This […]