East Coast Boaters Need To Prepare For Isaias
Isaias is coming on quickly and is looking like some version of an East Coast fly-by. Boat US has offered up a list of preparations boaters can take to weather the storm.
BoatUS Guide- Tips For Winterizing Your Boat
Boaters across much of the country are getting ready to put their boats to bed for a long winter’s nap, but not every boat owner knows all the secrets of winterizing a recreational boat. Boat Owners Association of The United States (BoatUS) shares some quick …
How To Repair Boat Gelcoat From BoatUS
BoatUS video shows how to repair boat gelcoat DIY Gel coat is the finish that keeps your fiberglass boat both shiny and protected from the elements. While major damage is best left to professional repairs, small dings are easily fixed by any accomplished DIY boater …
BoatUS Spring Boat Commissioning Checklist
With boatyards, backyards, marinas, and clubs now coming to life, spring commissioning time has arrived. Boat Owners Association of The United States (BoatUS) has a Spring Commissioning Checklist to help boaters start the season right: Before You Launch Inspect and replace hose clamps as necessary. …
Boat-Towing Captains from FL, CT, CA Honored For Lifesaving Acts
When recreational boaters are in grave trouble, the captains of the on-water recreational boat-towing service, TowBoatUS, don’t hesitate to act. Six captains who acted as good Samaritans to save lives in 2018 were recently honored by their peers at a ceremony held at the annual BoatUS …
BoatUS Gathers Advisers To Debate Boating Issues
A panel of distinguished boating leaders who serve as a sounding board for Boat Owners Association of The United States (BoatUS) gathered last week along with esteemed guests and BoatUS staff in Newport Beach to discuss key issues impacting recreational boating, including the changing boat-ownership …
How To Recover Your Boat After A Hurricane
How to recover your boat after a hurricane? With the remnants of Hurricane Florence now on the way out to sea and high waters still posing a threat in some regions, boat owners are starting recovery efforts. The BoatUS Marine Insurance Catastrophe Team began field …
Boating Is Big For The U.S. Economy – See The Numbers
In a data-driven world, knowing your “numbers” is a crucial part of achieving success. And in the halls of power of Washington, D.C., and 50 state capitals, credible data carries extra weight when it comes to advancing policies and laws that benefit recreational boaters. That’s …
Hurricane Insurance – Top 6 Tips For Boaters
Will you have a recreational boat located in hurricane country as of June 1? According to recently released predictions by experts at Colorado State University, the 2018 Atlantic hurricane season could be a doozy. If your boat may be in the crosshairs of one of …
BoatUS Alert – Prepare For Hurricane Florence
The first major hurricane to strike the U.S. in 2018, Hurricane Florence, is expected to make landfall in the Carolinas potentially as a Category 4 storm later this week. Boat Owners Association of The United States (BoatUS) has issued hurricane-preparation alerts to its members in the …
BoatUS Foundation’s 4 Simple Steps To Check Your Inflatable Life Jacket
The autumn boating season has arrived, and with it comes cooler water temperatures. A fall overboard can get serious quickly, and wearing a life jacket could give you extra time to survive. It’s time to check your inflatable life jacket! While many boaters have traditional …
TowBoatUS Testimonials – Larry T & Lon R
Editor’s Note: In a world of electronic reviews and quick surveys, it is often hard to know who to listen to. We want to share some heartfelt BoatUS Testimonials from Members who took the time to share their BoatUS and TowBoatUS experiences with their fellow …