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What’s Driving Your Boat? Popular Motor Types Explained

Choosing the right boat motor plays a major role in how your vessel performs, handles, and supports your time on the water. From outboard and inboard motors to stern drive and jet drive systems, each option offers its own advantages depending on your boating style, experience level, and favorite activities. Whether you enjoy cruising, fishing, watersports, or family days…

Choosing the right boat motor plays a major role in how your vessel performs, handles, and supports your time on the water. From outboard and inboard motors to stern…

Boating with Your Best Friend: A Comprehensive Guide to Keeping Your Pet Safe, Hydrated, and Comfortable Aboard

The perfect day looks like clear, sunny skies and the wind rushing through your hair as you glide across the water in your boat. However, it isn’t quite perfect unless you have your best furry companion along for the ride. Many dogs love spending the day on the water with their favorite humans, and if this sounds like your…

The perfect day looks like clear, sunny skies and the wind rushing through your hair as you glide across the water in your boat. However, it isn’t quite perfect…

A Guide to Boating New England: From Newport to Nantucket and Lighthouses to Lobster Pots

From the rugged, island-dotted coastline of Maine to the polished sailing harbors of Rhode Island, the family-friendly waters of Connecticut, the historic shores of Massachusetts, and the freshwater charm of New Hampshire and Vermont, New England offers one of the most diverse and rewarding boating regions in the United States. Here, boaters can spend the morning cruising past…

I Want to Buy a Boat…Now What?

Owning a boat is one of the biggest joys life has to offer. While your car can take you on explorations and adventures on land, your boat will be able to take you to some uncharted territories and make it possible for you to feel the salty air, sun on your skin, and wind through your hair while…

Owning a boat is one of the biggest joys life has to offer. While your car can take you on explorations and adventures on land, your boat will…

A Comprehensive Guide to Yachts and Yachting

Yachting Explained: More Than Luxury on the Water Yachts have long been associated with luxury and exclusivity, adventure, and life on the water, but there is far more to yachting than glamorous photos and celebrity headlines. From sleek sailing yachts to powerful motor yachts, these vessels come in many shapes, sizes, and price points. For some people, yachting is about…

Yachting Explained: More Than Luxury on the Water Yachts have long been associated with luxury and exclusivity, adventure, and life on the water, but there is far more to yachting…

A Complete Guide to Boating in New York

When people daydream about New York, their minds often jump to the iconic skyline of New York City, the nonstop energy of Manhattan, or the peaceful charm of upstate escapes and Adirondack adventures. What many don’t realize is that New York is also a boater’s playground, filled with scenic lakes, winding rivers, protected bays, and coastal waters perfect for every…

When people daydream about New York, their minds often jump to the iconic skyline of New York City, the nonstop energy of Manhattan, or the peaceful charm of upstate escapes…

Your Complete Guide to Tennessee Boating

Nicknamed the “Volunteer State” for its spirit of community and service, Tennessee boasts an impressive array of lakes and rivers that are a dream come true for boating enthusiasts. In fact, Tennessee has 29 major reservoir lakes and well over 61,000 miles of rivers. From high-octane watersports on Norris Lake to peaceful fishing retreats on Reelfoot Lake, these…

Nicknamed the “Volunteer State” for its spirit of community and service, Tennessee boasts an impressive array of lakes and rivers that are a dream come true for boating…

Boating in the Grand Canyon State: A Guide to Arizona Waters

Arizona, also known as the Grand Canyon state, with breathtaking deserts and iconic cacti, might not be the first place that comes to mind when you think of a popular boating destination. However, Arizona is home to 128 lakes and five major rivers! The state offers a wealth of water adventures that cater to a wide range of…

Arizona, also known as the Grand Canyon state, with breathtaking deserts and iconic cacti, might not be the first place that comes to mind when you think of…

Do I Need a License to Go Boating in My State?

Boating without a license isn’t required in every state across the country. While some states require one to be held by a captain of a certain age, other states simply encourage one to be obtained. To help figure out your state’s requirements, or if you’re new to the boating world, NBOA is here with all the information about…

Boating without a license isn’t required in every state across the country. While some states require one to be held by a captain of a certain age, other states…

A Guide to Life Jackets, Vest Types, & State Laws: What Every Boater Needs to Know to Stay Safe

Whether you’re heading out for a peaceful cruise, a day of fishing with friends, or a full water skiing adventure with the family, one piece of gear should never be an afterthought: a life jacket. It might not be the most exciting thing on board, but it’s easily one of the most important. Life jackets save lives every…

Whether you’re heading out for a peaceful cruise, a day of fishing with friends, or a full water skiing adventure with the family, one piece of gear should…