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Coast Guard Boating Safety Requirements

Every boater needs to know and adhere to the Coast Guard federal boating safety laws and equipment requirements. Don't fail a boat inspection - find out the boating safety laws and minimum required equipment for your boat.

Know the Federal Safe Boating Laws

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Boat Tips: Buying a Boat

Wednesday January 12, 2011

Buying a boat is a big decision that requires research before taking action. When broken down into smaller decisions, though, you'll find it much easier to decide on, shop for and buy a boat that is the best fit for you. Below are five areas, including links to in-depth coverage of each topic, that will help you define the boat that best meets your needs.

Boat Tips: Get to a Boat Show

Wednesday January 5, 2011

Find a boat show near you using the Boat Show and Events Calendar. Typically, January through April offer the most boat shows per month, but boat shows are offered world-wide all year long.  Boat shows are one of the best ways to try on many different boats, meet dealers and manufacturers and mingle with the boating community.



2011 Boat Shows

Wednesday December 29, 2010

January, February and March are the hottest months out of the whole year for boat shows.  When you are interested in buying a boat, boat shows are one of the best ways to try on many different boats, meet dealers and manufacturers and mingle with the boating community. Use these informative articles to get the best boat show and boat buying tips as well as learn when the best time buy a boat and whether to buy from a dealer or at a boat show.  Even if you aren't in the market, boat shows can be a great way to stay connected to the boating community and the hobby that you love.

Merry Christmas Boaters Everywhere

Saturday December 25, 2010

Here's wishing you a very, merry Christmas.  May the holidays be filled with joy, love and laughter.  Thanks so much for joining on this boating journey this year.

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