Some things have changed over the years, but our love for the road has not. According to a recent survey fielded by Jiffy Lube International, today, 78 percent of Americans think a road trip is the best type of […]
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Glamping – the Best of Both Worlds
You love the great outdoors, you really do but you were somehow gifted with that sweet blood mosquitoes crave. Not only that but your body simply doesn’t do well sleeping on the ground and, let’s be honest, it takes […]
The Great Outdoors Begs to be Explored this Fall
The great outdoors begs to be explored this fall. From camping trips to spending an afternoon at the park with the kids, there’s so much to see and do during the cooler Texas weather months that it may be […]
Why Texas is the Perfect Fall Get Away
With the summer season winding down, the onset of fall foliage with the cooler temperatures, and a variety of events and festivals, fall presents one of the best times of year to visit the Lone Star State. Fall in Texas […]
Health Benefits Associated with Fishing
There is no need to convince the thousands of Texans and avid outdoors men and women, who get excited by reeling in a 30-pound striper or seeing a beautiful brook trout rise to a fly, why they need to […]
How to Buy a Boat Cover (Info-Graphic)
How to Buy a Boat Cover One of the key elements of successfully winterizing your boat is covering it properly. This will protect your investment from rain, snow and varmints like racoons and rats looking for shelter from wind […]
Check Your RV before You Hit The Road (Info-Graphic)
So you’re thinking about hitting the road. First piece of advice, do it! Second piece of advice, make sure you’re well-protected in every way before you do! Here’s some great advice from The Hartford to help you enjoy your […]
Get Ready for the 2014 – 2015 Hunting Season!
The 2014-2015 hunting season dates will be available on August 15, 2014 from Texas Parks and Wildlife! Click here to download the PDF. You can also locate seasons by county. You should always be aware of seasons, bag limits, […]
How to Be Sun Safe in the Water While Boating
With fishing, cruising, tubing, anchoring, lounging, entertaining… the time you spend on your boat adds up quickly. And it only takes 20 minutes of sun exposure to get sunburn if not properly protected. Check out the infographic from SureShade […]
How to Find Top Notch Boat Insurance
There is a common misconception among boat owners when it comes to insurance. They believe that not only their boat is covered but so is the trailer and onboard items by their auto or homeowner’s insurance policy. The fact […]
Facts You Should Know about CO Poisoning
800 boating-related poisonings in 35 states have been identified with over 140 of these poisonings resulting in death. Over 300 of the poisonings occurred on houseboats, with more than 200 of these poisonings attributed to generator exhaust alone. Facts […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Sportfishing in the United States (Infographic)
Sportfishing in the US is big business because it’s a recreational past time that American’s love. From bass to billfish, American’s love to go fishing, and the economic benefits are huge. Take a look: Explore more visuals like this […]
Boat Docking Tips
All eyes of the marina will be on you when you come in to dock your powerboat – so the question is – will you look like a Gilligan or a competent captain? It all depends on whether you […]
Fishing Etiquette Tips
Have you ever been fishing with a friend who hasn’t really fished before and found yourself doing everything including pulling every anchor and handing them your rod when a snook pulls just so they can feel like a fisherman? […]
Launching Your New Boat
Mishaps can happen anytime when it comes to launching your boat – especially if it’s your first time to ever put one in the water. Boat launches can be busy places but they don’t have to be chaotic if […]
