Better Photographs from a Small Boat: Light, Motion and Safe Camera Handling
A moving boat creates unique photographic opportunities and challenges. Protecting equipment, choosing the right settings and remaining secure are essential.
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Five Ways Children Can Help Keep Lakes and Rivers Clean While Boating
Family boating can introduce children to responsible waterway stewardship through simple jobs such as securing rubbish and keeping fishing line out of the water.
Invited on a Friend’s Boat? Seven Ways to Be the Guest Everyone Welcomes
An invitation aboard a friend's small boat comes with simple responsibilities. Asking about the vessel, arriving prepared and respecting the skipper help everyone.
Boatgating This Autumn: How to Bring Game-Day Fun to a Small Boat
Football-season gatherings can take to the water on a small pontoon or runabout when food, safe anchoring and the needs of every passenger are planned.
Six Idaho Lakes Worth Exploring by Small Boat, from Coeur d’Alene to Payette
Idaho’s lakes provide varied small-boat holidays, from the mountain scenery around Payette Lake to the expansive waters of Pend Oreille and Coeur d’Alene.
Buying Your First Small Boat: What to Learn at a Dealer, Show and Marina
Choosing a first boat involves more than comparing asking prices. Boat shows, dealerships and marinas each reveal different parts of the ownership experience.
Wildlife Refuge Week from the Water: A Quiet Small-Boat Escape
National Wildlife Refuge Week offers a reason to explore shorelines and wetlands by small boat, but low speeds and respect for protected areas are essential.
Renting a Jet Ski on Holiday? Check These Personal-Watercraft Rules First
Jet skis can be a memorable part of a waterside holiday, but rules on operator age, training and local operating areas vary from place to place.
Five Ways to Make a Small-Boat Day More Comfortable for Seasick Passengers
Motion sickness can spoil an otherwise enjoyable boat trip. A calm route, simple preparation and realistic choices about rest and medication can help passengers.
Autumn Fishing from a Small Boat: Follow Baitfish, Not Summer Habits
Fall fishing can be rewarding as baitfish shift and predators change their feeding areas, but cooler weather demands a different approach to small-boat outings.
The Small-Boat Raft-Up: How to Meet Friends Without Damaging a Hull
A raft-up can turn an ordinary small-boat afternoon into a friendly gathering, but boats need sensible positioning, secure lines and clear safety rules.
Camping with a Small Boat: One Night on a Lake Without a Cabin Cruiser
Sleeping beside a small boat or aboard a suitable compact cruiser can turn a simple trip into an overnight adventure, provided access and safety are planned.
A Boat Show with Children: Try Fishing, Paddling and Finding a First Boat
A family trip to a boat show can be much more than a showroom visit, with fishing pools, paddle demonstrations and child-friendly ways to explore the water.
Henri-Lloyd Originals AW26 Brings Classic Sailing Jackets Back Ashore
Henri-Lloyd's Originals AW26 line returns to some of the brand's best-known sailing clothing, modernising the Consort, RWR and Jib for everyday coastal wear.
Six American Waterfront Escapes for the Coming Holiday Season
Late autumn and winter offer a different kind of American boating break, from city waterfronts to Florida waterways. The right small-craft outing starts with season-aware planning.
A Sunset Date on a Small Boat: The Details That Make It Work
A sunset boat date can be memorable without a large yacht or a complicated meal. Success depends on choosing a sheltered route and practical onboard arrangements.
Golf in the Morning, Boating in the Afternoon: American Coastal Escapes
Combining golf and boating can create a relaxed short holiday when the golf course and marina are genuinely within reach. Explore destinations and planning considerations.
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