FREEDOM MARINE IS #1 IN CANADA FOR 12 YEARS AND COUNTING!
With 27 years of experience, Freedom Marine is constantly staying ahead of the evolving power boat and sailboat market. We have proven success throughout the past 12 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 pre-owned […]
Finding the Right Boat
No boat is going to be perfect, but there are things that most lay people just don’t see or anticipate unless an expert points them out. When we look for the right boat, we’re mostly thinking big picture: imagining ourselves sipping cocktails at sunset or powering along with the wind in our hair. Here are […]
Happy Hour Broughton Style
Happy Hour appetizer potlucks are a unique daily social event hosted by the handful of marinas in the Broughtons and by their very nature informal. Most are scheduled for 1700 hours daily during the cruising season (mid-June through mid-September). Happy Hour is also held on either side of the peak cruising season depending on the […]
VHF Radio is a Boater’s Best Friend
With the age of cellphones many boaters may think they don’t need to install a very high frequency (VHF) radio onboard, but nothing could be further from the truth. It connects us where cell phones can’t – getting info from others when we’re in the wilderness and especially when just out of cell phone range. […]
Rosario Resort & Spa, Orcas Island
Cruising northwest in Orcas Island’s East Sound, the white Moran Mansion of Rosario Resort & Spa comes into view well before you arrive. The century-old mansion was built as the private residence of Seattle shipbuilder and two-time Seattle mayor Robert Moran and is now listed on the U.S. National Register of Historical Places. Located approximately […]
Telegraph Harbour
Located in the heart of the Canadian Gulf Islands, Telegraph Harbour is a special place, with two marinas and the right mix of ambience, amenities, and things to do to suit your definition of contentment. The harbour is a sanctuary between Thetis and Penelakut (formally known as Kuper) Islands. Upon entering the narrow harbour keep […]
False Creek
Considered one of the most livable cities in the world, Vancouver boasts spectacular mountain views, an amazing collection of beaches and parks, and a bustling urban core famous for its diversity. On any given day, False Creek, located at the heart of Vancouver, is active with a lively mix of watercraft, from mini-ferries, rowing shells, […]
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 situations appropriately makes them minor annoyances rather than emergencies. An on board first-aid kit is your first line of defense. The kit’s contents should enable the crew to initiate appropriate care for common medical problems […]
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 fun! There are four basic guidelines for safer, more enjoyable boating that serve mariners well when embarking on a journey. While each taken alone at face value may seem like obvious common sense, together they […]
Preparing for Winterization
As winter approaches and temperatures begin to drop, boaters start to think about winterization for their vessels. Some hire professionals to do the job and others like to invest a little time doing a portion or all of it themselves. Whatever the case, the process is the same. When winterization is performed properly it will […]