Four items to stop water intrusions from a broken thru-hull or hole in the hull that every boater should carry in case of an emergency.
Getting Tough on Ants & Roaches
One simple thing is keeping our boat pest-free despite being in southern Florida.
Emergency Motor When Traveling by Boat
Your dinghy motor can get the “big boat” to a safe place . . . not very quickly, mind you, but it’ll do it with these two techniques.
How to Get Rid of Spiders on Boats
How to get rid of spiders on a boat with no toxic chemicals and no need to be off the boat. Easy DIY solution that’s also safe for kids and pets.
Hi Viz Clothing for Boaters
Bright clothing = less chance of being hit while having fun!
Bad Weather on a Boat? Put on Your Shoes
As you’re prepping your boat for a thunderstorm or squall, take a minute to prepare yourself as well.
Have a Fire Drill on Your Boat
You practice other things on the boat — docking, MOB, heavy weather tactics — so why not have a fire drill (or two) and make sure everyone knows what to do? And when to just leave?
Super Digest-It Safe Drain Opener for Boats
If you’ve got a clogged drain that the simple remedies — boiling water, vinegar, baking soda, plungers and so on — just won’t budge, you might try this. Chris and Melody on Vacilando found it by chance and swear it works — and isn’t nasty for the environment!
Boat Dogs & Separation Anxiety
Got a dog who hates being left alone on the boat? That was Cathy’s problem. I asked for tips on TBG’s Facebook page and got lots of good suggestions.
Why Have a Fire Blanket on Your Boat
For many cooking fires, a fire blanket will do a better job of extinguishing it than a fire extinguisher, without the corrosive mess to clean up.