Boats are subjected to outside influences including wind and current—sometimes both at once—which will affect how and where the boat moves.

Every boater should know the Rules of the Road—or what's also come to be known as basic "boating etiquette" for safe, courteous navigation—before pulling away from the dock.

Whether you’re cruising to a waterfront stadium on game day or cruising to a raft-up of boaters all cheering for the same team with the game on TV, you’re going to want to do some boatgating.

There are dozens of ways to enjoy party time on your boat, but one of the best is undoubtedly rafting up with other boats and celebrating the boating lifestyle together.

There's still a lot of boating left to be done! Beat the Labor Day boating blues with these five fun facts.

Here’s how you can get in on the fun of boating, whether you want to try it for a day or a week, or become an owner yourself.

National Fishing and Boating Week is a nationwide celebration of recreational fishing and boating, held annually during the first week of June. 

Set yourself up for a successful trip and be a good boat guest with these simple, best practices.

Be sure to save these important dates on your boating calendar for 2025! Boaters won't want to miss National Safe Boating Week, Memorial Day, the First Day of Summer, and more. 

New to boating? Whether you just bought a boat of your very own, you're renting a boat for the day, or you're heading out on a friend or family member's boat, here are some tips that will help ensure it’s a fun, safe, and rewarding experience.