If you are planning a trip to beautiful Breckenridge Colorado, you may wonder when the best time is to come. The great thing about Breckenridge is that there is something to do there all year long. Whatever season you decide to visit this beautiful town in the Colorado Rockies you will be greeted by fresh clean mountain air and a sense of peacefulness that may be lacking in your life.In the winter season there are world class skiing...more
A holiday in the midst of water has always been a fancy. This is a common way to holiday all over the world, popularized today with the numerous cruises that are available. Not one of them, however, can compare with houseboat tours in India.There are two chances at having a houseboat tour in India. The first is a tour of the Backwaters in Kerala. The second is a ride on the lakes on Jammu in a shikara, a native houseboat of the state.Houseboat...more
A common and unavoidable scenario that most boaters come across is an oil spill. But most boaters are not aware of how to deal with the situation or the many things they could do to help eradicate the threat that these oil spills pose to the environment. Wondering what should boaters do once they witness an oil spill? Then, heres is a simple answer; oil spill response at the earliest is what a boater needs to do. The first step towards oil spill response is to report the spill, regardless of the size to the Coast Guard or the National Response Center. All you have to do is to call up to the NRCs 24 hour hotline and report the spill along with your personal details, the spillers details, and date, time, source, and location of the incident. To make reporting even easier, the NRC has launched an Online Reporting Tool. Once you report the spill through this online tool, youll receive an email enclosing the reporting number. We cant always expect the Coast Guard and other organizations that are involved in oil spill response to keep a check on the waterfront for spills. So, its our duty to act wise and report the spill at the earliest. And beware! If youre the spiller and dont...more
If you have spent the time building your own boat, then you will want to make sure that the boat finishing is done properly, first to protect all that hard work and effort you put into building it and also to make it look great for your maiden voyage. Before applying any coating to the wood, it will need to be sanded down first. This...more
With expanding recreational boating in the Californian coastline, the California Coastal Commission (CCC) understood the need for action to safeguard the coastline from any possible damage. This concept made the CCC launch the Boating Clean and Green Program in 1997. To educate boaters and to encourage clean boating practices, the Boating Clean...more
Backwaters are the prominent attractions of Kerala tourism. Backwaters of Kerala are among the fewest destinations where tourists can enjoy moving houseboat experience. Backwaters are chain of brackish lagoons and lovely lakes. The backwater network includes five larger lakes which are linked by many manmade and natural canal as well as rivers. These regions are dotted with queued palm and coconut trees. The regions reflect the true form of nature. You will really love backwater cruise in a traditional eco friendly houseboat. Long chains of backwaters are the major tourist puller in the state from different part of the nation as well as globe. Kerala backwater tour is mostly preferred by honeymooners, couples, nature lovers and adventure enthusiasts. Houseboating is the prominent way to explore the virginal beauty of backwaters regions. The boat will sail the tourists to remote areas. There you will find nothing except the natural features. You will find yourself in island surrounded by water from all sides. Some of the popular backwater destinations are Kumarakom, Kollam, Kovalam, Cochin, Kottayam, Alleppey, Alappuzha, etc.Backwater regions of Kerala are known for their...more
As a beginner buying radio control boats, it can sometimes prove difficult to know where to begin in finding the right one. Below is a guide to choosing and buying radio control boats that beginner radio control hobbyists should find...more
Training to become a seaman can be an exciting preposition. Working on a boat or ship however requires certain specialist skills, especially if ones plan is to be involved in the actual maneuvering of the vessel. Enrolling in a good...more
Boat owners have one major concern all the time; and it is that of boat storage. Study shows that approximately 90 percent of the US population lives within an hour's drive from a water body. With the purpose of a monthly family outing,...more
If you see a hole in the flooring of your boat very little can be more irritating. If you possess a wooden boat, repairs can quickly become costly. If you are lucky enough to own a fiberglass boat, you will be happy to know that it will be moderately...more
You are the proud owner of a beautiful boat, the pleasure of many summer months on the water savoring every moment, but what of boat insurance? The process of obtaining suitable boat insurance can sometimes be somewhat daunting with the...more
Boat making is becoming an increasingly popular activity around the world. It is surprisingly simple and practical to make workable boats at home. With good homemade boat plans, it is fairly easy to build your own boat. Many people...more