Winterizing errors
Winter may not be out to get you, but it sure seems to be after your boat. Reading through 10 years' worth of winterizing claims, the Seaworthy editors were astonished at how many ways cold weather and ice can damage something made of metal, plastic, and fiberglass...
Is There Room for Two Aboard?
Place two adults, who claim to care for each other, in a small space for an extended period of time and the battle begins. Whether it's onboard a boat, in a motor home, or moving into a smaller place, learning to respect each others space is important. In Buckeye...
Seasickness- by power of suggestion?
Only the luckiest amongst us will be unfamiliar with seasickness. The three- dimensional freedom of a boat's movement, as compared with the motion of land-bound vehicles, make this one of the worst forms of motion sickness, compounded by the sufferer's knowledge that...
Outboard Motors for Dinghies and Inflatables
An outboard motor is a propulsive engine system for boats comprised of three main components, the engine, propeller, and a gearbox. Outboard motors are usually small in size, occupies little to no space in the boat itself, but in most cases are clamped to the transom,...
A Marine Battery Primer
As you sail along enjoying your boat, you aren’t often thinking about the batteries that are making the good life possible. However, you might want to evaluate your current marine battery or upgrade to a newer model. Well-maintained, quality batteries insure...
Stay Alert to Spills
Causing an oil spill is an unfortunate incident that regretfully happens to far too many boaters. Knowing what to do is important in this situation. Oil and fuel spills are dangerous as they pollute the water and can kill wildlife, negatively affecting the ecosystem....
A Hull Lot of Work!
It’s never too late in the season for hull maintenance. Your hull’s material is what determines how your boat’s outer surface is maintained. In this article, we’ll be referring to that part of the hull that is above the waterline. We’ll save bottom-painting ideas for...
Sail Boats: Cleaning Canvas and Covers
Boating season is upon us, and sailors should have their boat prepped and ready to take that that long awaited trip to the San Juans or the Gulf Islands. You might be ready for the high seas, but are your sails ready? While making sure that everything on the boat is...
More than colorful flags
Did you know that the colorful flags hanging in Marinas and off boats each have a meaning to them? Learn what they are saying in this great article from Discover Boating.
What’s the Deal with Seals?
If you spend anytime at Semiahmoo, you’ll soon discover the large seal population. Most days, you'll find several dozen sleeping the day away on the Marina breakwater. Harbor seals, especially Northwest Harbor Seals, are one of the most unique animals on the planet....