boating
Cruising the Upper Mississippi River: Winery Stops Close to Transient Docks
Updated 4/22/21 There are a couple of things in the Mississippi River Valley during the beginning of boating season that go well together: Cruising and Drinking Wine. Other than the bucolic scenery along the way that this region provides, there are many wineries that can be accessible with a quick Uber or taxi ride from […] Read More
The Complete Listing of Marinas and Locks on the Inland and Gulf Intracoastal Waterways
Green Turtle Bay Set To Host 2021 True Course Captain’s School
During the month of April, Green Turtle Bay in Grand Rivers, Ky. is set to host the 14th annual series of Captain’s Courses. All courses are U.S.C.G. approved without a test required at the Coast Guard. Topics cover advanced education, enhanced boating skills, current regulations and confidence at the helm. These courses include pleasure craft […] Read More
Coast Guard Announces New Engine Cut-off Switch Law
According to a recent news release from the United States Coast Guard, operators of recreational vessels less than 26 feet in length will be required to use an engine cut-off switch (ECOS) and associated ECOS link (ECOSL) as of April 1, 2021, as the U.S. Coast Guard implements a law passed by Congress. The ECOS […] Read More
Apollonian Yachts Launches Brand New Cruiser
2/25/2021 Seattle, WA According to a recent news release, Apollonian Yachts is a new boat brand created as a collaboration between esteemed naval architect Howard Apollonio and experienced boat broker and yacht salesman Vic Parcells. The new Apollonian 52 is an affordable, well-built cruiser set up to be easily managed by an owner operator. At […] Read More
Paducah Transient Dock Continues Awards Streak
January 14, 2021 PADUCAH – According to a recent news release, Marinas.com has notified the City of Paducah that Paducah’s Transient Boat Dock is a recipient of the 2020 Boaters’ Choice Award. This is the fourth consecutive year for Paducah to receive the award which honors marinas and docks that consistently provide an excellent home […] Read More
7 Things Every Great Looper Should Know
Updated: 10/15/20 Ever dreamed about cruising the 6,000 miles of America’s Great Loop in your own boat? Sure you have. It’s one of the greatest boating adventures in the world, circumnavigating eastern North America by water. Short of hitching a covered wagon to a team of horses and hitting the trail, there’s no better way […] Read More
Making Personal Charts
In our years of gunkholing, we’ve found many small, out-of-the-way coves in which to spend a few quiet days at anchor. It’s a part of the boating life that we truly cherish. The problem most often encountered in these locations is that the NOAA navigation charts rarely list any detail about them. If it’s a […] Read More
The Complete Listing of Marinas and Locks on the Inland and Gulf Intracoastal Waterways
Cruising The Tennessee River
The boat is ready to go, and your course is charted. Traveling the river is a way of life for some and a bucket list adventure for others. A cruise on the Tennessee River from Knoxville, Tenn., to Paducah, Ky., will take you through nine locks and dams and pass by river communities, historic sites […] Read More