Understanding the Different Parts of a Sailboat

Understanding the Different Parts of a Sailboat

Have you ever thought about learning how to sail? If so, then you should start by understanding the different parts of a sailboat if you want to sail your boat as efficiently as possible. Here they are in alphabetical order: Block: This is the nautical term for a...
Our Ocean Isn’t a Garbage Can (Infographic)

Our Ocean Isn’t a Garbage Can (Infographic)

The debris picked up on just one day each year for 25 years by cleanup volunteers paints a clear picture. But our ocean is not a garbage can. We need to rethink the way we live our lives when we’re out on the water to stop the flow of trash at the source, and reduce,...
Tips to Navigate the Houston Boat Show

Tips to Navigate the Houston Boat Show

Whether you’re in the market to upgrade or looking for your first boat, The Houston Boat Show will help to keep the fires burning until you have the chance to launch your boat for the first time. Boat shows aren’t just a fun atmosphere to walk around in; they contain...
Galveston Oh Galveston!

Galveston Oh Galveston!

There are a lot of people – including those who have lived in Houston for years – who visit Galveston without really knowing what it offers for boaters. Fortunately, we live in an area where we have boating season almost year round. In our opinion, there isn’t a...
There’s a Reason Why They Call Them Life Jackets!

There’s a Reason Why They Call Them Life Jackets!

PFD’s or Personal Flotation Devices; life vests; life jackets – whatever you want to call them – save lives! Even if you’re going paddling you need one. As a matter of fact, a life jacket should be the first thing you buy if you spend any time on the water. Never...