Tips and tricks for Boat Bottom Painting

In this seven-minute YouTube tutorial, shipwright Louis Sauzeddea and his assistant Kenneth demonstrate some helpful tips for painting your boat’s bottom. Ever notice what kind of mess you can make when putting the lid back on a half-used can of paint? Mr. Sauzedea...
Reducing the Stress of Boat Ownership

Reducing the Stress of Boat Ownership

One of the many jobs our maintenance team does at Semiahmoo Marina is to walk the docks and check each boat in the marina to make sure the boat lines are secure and in good shape and also to check your shore power cords for wear and damage. 48 ° North Magazine put out...
So you think you want to be a Liveaboard?

So you think you want to be a Liveaboard?

The Essentials of Living Aboard a Boat by Mark Nicholas is a must read if you are considering selling your home and moving onto a boat. According to his book, living aboard is typically an endeavor that is outside of our comfort zones.  
Does your knot tying need improvement?

Does your knot tying need improvement?

If you idea of tying up your boat is wrapping the line around the cleat and topping it off with a cute little bow, then you need to watch these videos featured on US Powerboating.com. Impress your fellow boaters with your Double Sheet Bend or the Rolling Hitch....