Capturing a Mooring Buoy
Hooking a buoy and threading the mooring line through the “O” ring need not be a difficult task. Capturing a mooring buoy can be a challenging maneuver for many boaters, but if done properly it can be a simple and stress-free task. The objective of capturing a mooring buoy is to attach one end of […]
Trash Management – Someone’s Gotta Do It
One issue every cruiser confronts is: trash management when boating. Whether spending a weekend anchored in a secluded cove, at a provincial marine park, or cruising the inside passage it doesn’t take but a few days before the trash can begin to pile up. There’s never enough room for trash, so here at Freedom Marine […]
Ten Reasons to Take a Basic Boating Course
Boating is a great adventure on any type of boat, but with that comes a great responsibility. There are some particularly good reasons to be self-informed. Here are ten reasons to take a basic boating course. 1) You will learn about safety equipment and what you are required to have on your boat before you […]
Before You Leave the Dock: Pre-Departure Checklist
The coolers are filled with drinks and snacks, and you are looking forward to a wonderful time on the water. But before you leave the dock, make sure you have a proper procedure for departure that ensures a day of fun. It is good practice to develop a customized boat pre-departure checklist to ensure the […]
Reasons to Keep a Maintenance Log
Keeping a detailed maintenance log for your boat will help you maintain your boat properly. It can take the guess work out of when to do and complete a routine maintenance. Keeping such a log will also help you sell your boat. A maintenance log is a great aid in caring for your boat. Noting […]
Don’t Let Your Shore Power Fail You
When was the last time you inspected your boats shore-power cord? Regular inspections of the cord and its connection points will ensure that your boat’s AC power demands are being met. Electrical power flows from the receptacle on the dock to the shore power cord plug (male), and from the shore power cord connector (female) […]
Anchoring 101 – A Dozen Tips and Techniques
There’s a significant difference between tossing a “lunch hook” over the side and securing a boat anchor for the night. Entire books have been written about proper boat anchoring. It is one of the first things you learn in seamanship. Here are a few basic tips on anchoring 101. Here they are: 1. Anchors vary […]