Quimbys Editor
Review: Sea Ray 260 Sundancer
This Tennessee builder has introduced a lot of new models in the past two years, like the 240 Sundeck OB (August 2013), the 370 Venture (January 2013) and the 510 Fly (September/October 2013). And while these boats range from small runabout to large motor yacht, there are certain features that tie them all together. […] Read More
The Complete Listing of Marinas and Locks on the Inland and Gulf Intracoastal Waterways
Review: Rinker Captiva 236 CC
There’s nothing that can make you appreciate every precious day of the boating season like the kind of winter the Midwest just went through. So, when a new boat comes along that can help you get the most out of every day on the water and allow you to launch early and stretch your […] Read More
Donzi Builds Boats for Missouri State Highway Patrol
The Missouri State Highway Patrol’s marine operations division is tasked to serve and protect the Lake of the Ozarks as well as other state waters. The agency’s vessel of choice is a Donzi 290 Center Console performance boat, and four more soon will be added to its fleet of a dozen. The […] Read More
Missouri Senate Passes Bill to Make Boat Rental Easier
The Missouri Senate has passed a bill that will make it easier for non-residents and Missourians to rent boats. SB 785 creates a temporary boating safety education card for out-of-state renters, as well as expanding the one-time opportunity for state residents. SB 785 supports the boating industry by making it easier for people to […] Read More
Springtime is Crappie Time!
One of the first gamefish to get active across Heartland waters each spring is a favorite among anglers from coast and coast and on both sides of the Mason-Dixon Line. Known as the “fish of a thousand names,” whether you call the popular panfish a “white perch,” “calico bass,” “sac au lait,” “papermouth” or […] Read More
Alternative Power for Boats
Alternative choices for powering boats are expanding at warp speed these days, because funding is available via government grants and competition is fierce. Excessive weight and slow speeds have held back development for years, but as demand for greener options increases, many new power systems are being developed. Electric inboards were first […] Read More
Illinois DNR Awards Boat Access Area Development Grants
According to an article in The Rock River Times, the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) has announced 2014 Boat Access Area Development grants totaling $715,200 in six communities. “These projects will create jobs, offer recreational opportunities and promote healthy lifestyles,” Illinois Gov. Pat Quinn told the newspaper. “They will also promote […] Read More
The Complete Listing of Marinas and Locks on the Inland and Gulf Intracoastal Waterways
NOAA Predicts Moderate Spring Flood Potential in Midwest
According to NOAA’s Spring Outlook, rivers in half of the continental United States are at minor or moderate risk of exceeding flood levels this spring, with the highest threat in the southern Great Lakes region due to above-average snowpack and a deep layer of frozen ground. The continuation of winter weather, above-average […] Read More