Winterizing your boat does not have to be intimidating, but it is very important. If you neglect to winterize your boat, you may find some very expensive costs at the end of winter when you are getting ready for the new spring and summer season.
By following these steps, you will see Read the rest of the Article Here...
Wintering aboard a Wood Boat
There are those that would argue that wood boats are by far the best for winter live aboards...follow this link to hear more about the great debate :)
Wood Boats are Best For Winter Live Aboards
Wood Boats are Best For Winter Live Aboards
Puget Sound Marinas to Live aboard or Winter Over at. Depending on your situation you may want to dry dock or live in covered moorage. Here is a link to some helpful info on Wintering with your boat
http://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/f60/puget-sound-marinas-winter-over-and-live-aboard-47173.html
http://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/f60/puget-sound-marinas-winter-over-and-live-aboard-47173.html
Staying Warm On Your Boat In Winter
Here is a link to a forum with some great info on keeping warm during the winter on your boat plus lots of other great warmth info Warmth...this way lol
Great Tips For Decorating Your Boat For The Christmas Holidays and Boat Parades
Many boat owners enjoy participating in a Christmas boat parade. The boat parades at Christmas bring joy to onlookers. With the reflection on the water, Christmas lights have quite an added sparkle. Here are a few tips to help you decorate a boat for a Christmas boat parade.
How To Decorate Your Boat For Christmas
1. Make a decorating plan for your boat. Decide if there is enough room for a Christmas tree; make sure it doesn't block the captain's view so he can safely navigate. Decide if you can use plug in Christmas lights or if you need battery operated lights. Decide on the type of decorations you want to use. For instance, it may be a themed Christmas boat parade requiring special decorations. Keep in mind that the decorations need to be visible from the shore. Small decorations are difficult to see.***Read More Here***
2011 Seattle Christmas Ship Festival
The Argosy Christmas Ship™ festival is a holiday celebration that has been a Northwest tradition for 62 years. Its main purpose is to bring communities together to celebrate the holiday season. From our flotilla of ships to the crowds of people who gather onshore, this celebration is one of the gems of the holiday season.
Each night, through December 23rd, 2011 the Argosy Christmas Ship™ sails to different Puget Sound waterfront communities, over 45 in total.
Read More Here: Argosy Christmas Ship Festival
Each night, through December 23rd, 2011 the Argosy Christmas Ship™ sails to different Puget Sound waterfront communities, over 45 in total.
Read More Here: Argosy Christmas Ship Festival
Winterize Your Boat
Before you put your boat on ice for the winter, here's what you need to do to protect your investment.
By Cliff Gromer
Read more: Winterizing Your Boat - How to Winterize Your Boat - Popular Mechanics
Why put time and money into a boat that you're not going to use for six months? That's an all-too-common attitude when it comes to winterizing chores. Beeeg mistake. Winter weather can wreak havoc (cracked blocks, corrosion, etc.) on a boat that's not prepared for hibernation. Another tip: If your boat needs professional help and you wait until spring to get it, you're hitting the boat doctor at his busiest time. So it pays to take care of any problems and dealer-required maintenance in the fall, before your craft is clutched by winter's icy grip.
Facts You Never Knew About Camano Island History
Camano Island is in the beautiful Puget Sound waters in Washington off the Port of Everett and the city of Marysville. There are many wonderful and interesting facts that many people do not know about the island. Armed with some of these interesting tidbits, you may better understand the history of this beautiful forested island.
Starting at the northwest corner of Camano Island is a location called Rocky point. The Indians who first inhabited the island called Rocky point theMore
Yacht & Cruising Clubs in Puget Sound
Join a yacht club and start cruising
There are many opportunities for boating in the Puget Sound. Whether you are a power boater who enjoys cruising or a sailer or who enjoys the wind in the sails, there are several clubs you can join to begin sharing your boating experience with others.
The Tollycraft Boating Club welcomes anyone that loves the Tollycraft yachts. You can download a membership application for their yacht club at www.tollyclub.com. After filling out and submitting the application you will be contacted by the club secretary for further instructions..........More.....
There are many opportunities for boating in the Puget Sound. Whether you are a power boater who enjoys cruising or a sailer or who enjoys the wind in the sails, there are several clubs you can join to begin sharing your boating experience with others.
The Tollycraft Boating Club welcomes anyone that loves the Tollycraft yachts. You can download a membership application for their yacht club at www.tollyclub.com. After filling out and submitting the application you will be contacted by the club secretary for further instructions..........More.....
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