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Angler Courtesy

With NBOA’s Gulf Coast Open just around the corner, we thought it would be an opportune time to share some tips on how to be a courteous boater around those who are fishing. Many anglers have numerous stories of how boaters have fouled-up their fishing efforts. Surveys conducted by the U.S. Coast Guard specify that the majority of powerboats are…

With NBOA’s Gulf Coast Open just around the corner, we thought it would be an opportune time to share some tips on how to be a courteous boater around those…

Gone Aground

Grounding is more common than most boaters will admit. Fortunately, grounding is more often a minor inconvenience than a danger. The following tips will aid you, should you ever run aground. Don’t Rush Off A number of boaters have pushed off, or been towed off a grounding only to have the boat sink right out from under them. Do not…

Grounding is more common than most boaters will admit. Fortunately, grounding is more often a minor inconvenience than a danger. The following tips will aid you, should you ever run…

Boat Shows: More Than Buying a Boat

January marks the beginning of a busy few months for the NBOA crew and many others in the boating industry, as the winter and spring boat shows fill the calendar. We’re on the road hoping to see our current customers and members, and meet some potential new ones. Not only do boat shows offer us a great opportunity to meet…

January marks the beginning of a busy few months for the NBOA crew and many others in the boating industry, as the winter and spring boat shows fill the calendar.

USCG Changes Life Jacket Laws

As a boater, it is important that you understand and adhere to all United States Coast Guard (USCG) safety laws. Provided below is a quick refresher on the USCG’s laws regarding life jackets. All recreational vessels must carry one wearable life jacket for each person on board. Any boat 16 feet and longer (except canoes and kayaks) must also carry…

As a boater, it is important that you understand and adhere to all United States Coast Guard (USCG) safety laws. Provided below is a quick refresher on the USCG’s laws…

Tips for Boating Solo

Many sailors and boaters enjoy the solitude afforded when taking a boat out solo. However, a lone boater has fewer resources at his disposal, so take extra precautions when you go boating alone and follow the tips below to ensure a safer trip. Those who boat alone should make safety a primary consideration. Boaters can prepare by taking a boating…

Many sailors and boaters enjoy the solitude afforded when taking a boat out solo. However, a lone boater has fewer resources at his disposal, so take extra precautions when you…

What Affects Your Premium?

If you’re a first time boat owner you may be surprised to discover some of the things that affect your boat insurance rate. Contrary to what most people believe, boat insurance is a wide-ranging market because of the complicated risk inherent in owning and operating a boat. Coverage options and insurance rates can vary significantly from one company to another.

If you’re a first time boat owner you may be surprised to discover some of the things that affect your boat insurance rate. Contrary to what most people believe, boat…

Getting the Right Coverage

All boaters expect their insurance to cover damage, theft and bodily harm, but boating insurance policies vary greatly and can include even more benefits such as emergency towing, tournament fee reimbursement and trip interruption. It’s important for boat owners to understand that on-water insurance coverage can be more complex than vehicle coverage. Additionally, protection and available policies vary greatly depending…

All boaters expect their insurance to cover damage, theft and bodily harm, but boating insurance policies vary greatly and can include even more benefits such as emergency towing, tournament fee…

Marine Financing Changing Tides

The trends of the marine financing market are changing, which is encouraging for those interested in purchasing a new boat or refinancing their current one. Now more than ever, credit is available for boat loans, interest rates are at historic lows, and loan criteria are beginning to ease. “If a customer comes in and he’s paying his bills and has…

The trends of the marine financing market are changing, which is encouraging for those interested in purchasing a new boat or refinancing their current one. Now more than ever, credit…

Tips For Trailering Your Boat

With the tail end of summer in sight, many of you are making weekly even daily trips to the water to enjoy your boat during the peak months. To ensure the safety of your boat while trailering, use the simple tips listed. Choose the proper trailer for your boat Your boat can be damaged more from the stress of…

With the tail end of summer in sight, many of you are making weekly even daily trips to the water to enjoy your boat during the peak months. To ensure…

Protect Yourself from Lightning

Although summer is the peak season for thunderstorms, it is still important for boaters to understand how they can protect themselves from the dangers of lightning even as we enter fall. What can happen if my boat is struck by lightning? If a boat is struck by lightning a couple of things can potentially happen. The strike can completely…

Although summer is the peak season for thunderstorms, it is still important for boaters to understand how they can protect themselves from the dangers of lightning even as we enter…