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Our Favorite Destinations: Cohasset

An hour or so by powerboat from the Cape Cod Bay end of the Canal sits picturesque Cohasset Harbor. This port is as New England as a movie set – in fact many scenes from The Witches of Eastwick were filmed here – with rocky outcroppings and massive mansions dotting... Continue reading

April

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Getting Your Boat Ready for Spring: Safety Equipment and Paperwork

We have every hope that the 2020 boating season will be here soon. We're all staying at home and social distancing but there are things you can do to get your boat ready to go even if you can't get on board right not. You probably brought lots of your... Continue reading

March

Scott Zeien

Favorite Destinations

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A (Somewhat) Brief History of Bassetts Island

Boaters on upper Buzzards Bay have enjoyed afternoon stops on Bassetts Island as summer traditions for generations. But how much do you really know about Bassetts? We came across a rather exhaustive article by Ellen J. O'Flaherty in the Fall 2014 edition of Post Scripts and thought we'd share some... Continue reading

December

Scott Zeien

Product Spotlight

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Inflatable SUP’s are a Great Choice for Boaters

Every year we see more and more boats with paddleboards strapped to their decks. They’re fun to use at your favorite anchorage, but they take up lots of space when not in use. If you’re a boater who’s caught the SUP bug, you should consider purchasing an inflatable paddleboard. Inflatable... Continue reading

September

Scott Zeien

Maintenance

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Mast Up or Mast Down Winter Storage? Our Tips.

Our recommendation: Remove the mast every three years unless circumstances require more frequent mast-down storage. Mast-up storage can save many hours in dismantling and reassembling rigging and electrical wiring. Since mast-up storage is quicker and a lot less work, total annual hauling and storage expenses are usually somewhat less compared... Continue reading

August

Scott Zeien

Safe Boating

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Your Anchor’s Stuck on the Bottom! Now What?

Few things can ruin a relaxing stop at your favorite anchorage like a battle to retrieve an anchor that's stuck on the bottom and won't come free. Here are a few tricks to save your afternoon, and possibly your anchor: First, pull up on the anchor line so you’re directly... Continue reading

November

Scott Zeien

Maintenance

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Shopping for a Used Boat Trailer? Here’s a Tip

You might learn a lot about the age and condition of a pre-owned boat trailer by looking at the tires. Besides checking for uneven or excessive wear, manufacturer numbers on the tire sidewall will tell you how old the tire is. This might give you clues about the real age... Continue reading

August

Scott Zeien

boating, Maintenance

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Midseason Maintenance Tips

Your boat's been in the water for a while now, so it's a good time to go over the boat to make sure the second half of the season is problem-free. Here are some suggestions: Exterior Beach Check. Next time you’ve got the boat at the beach, hop overboard and... Continue reading

July

Scott Zeien

Safe Boating

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Oh #!*&@! You’ve Run Aground!

Sooner or later, if you use your boat, you will have an unexpected encounter with the bottom. Just knowing that it happens to everyone can help, preventing you from doing something rash to save face in the heat of the moment. So, after the intial "Oh #!*&@!" what should you... Continue reading

May

Scott Zeien

Favorite Destinations

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Our Favorite Destinations: Quissett Harbor

Twelve miles SSW of Kingman Yacht Center, the last harbor to port as you approach the Buzzards Bay entrance to Woods Hole Passage is as if you had painted an image of the ideal New England harbor from your imagination. A pastoral setting, bordered by tall hills, beautiful homes and teaming with pleasure boats, Quissett... Continue reading

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Our Favorite Destinations: Cohasset

Getting Your Boat Ready for Spring: Safety Equipment and Paperwork

A (Somewhat) Brief History of Bassetts Island

Inflatable SUP’s are a Great Choice for Boaters

Mast Up or Mast Down Winter Storage? Our Tips.

Your Anchor’s Stuck on the Bottom! Now What?

Shopping for a Used Boat Trailer? Here’s a Tip

Midseason Maintenance Tips

Oh #!*&@! You’ve Run Aground!

Our Favorite Destinations: Quissett Harbor

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