Almost 10% of North Carolina is water. This is one big reason why boating is one of the state’s most popular activities throughout the year. If you’re looking for a place to get your boat or personal watercraft in the water, you’ll find over 200 free, 24/7 public boating access areas managed by the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission. Plus,…
Depending on where you live or vacation, the odds are that the rules are different for boating, boating licenses, and everything in between. If you’re in Canada or travelling to…
It’s officially summertime, and there’s nothing better than being out on the water with a cold drink, sunscreen, and your favorite people. But a ticket for operating a boat without…
Underneath the sporadic snowy days, spring has sprung, and the urge to shine up the boat for spring is definitely there! The feeling of that wood grain wheel, those comfy,…
Getting on the water and being the Captain of your own boat is one of Canada’s most exhilarating summer activities, especially as a young boater! Plus, teaching the kids how…
When you’re boating in Alberta, your options are pretty much endless. The province has tons of lakes — 600, in fact — that call it home and almost 250 rivers. Settled right in the Canadian prairies, Alberta is famous for its beautiful nature scapes and opportunities . . . especially when it comes to the water. However, boating in Alberta…
With over 60,000 lakes, reservoirs, and ponds in the state, boating in Ohio is one of the Midwest’s favorite pastimes. From Lake Erie to the Miami River, Ohio has tons…
For an awesome water adventure, Florida is one of the best places in the country to head out on a boat. With over 12,000 miles of rivers, streams, and canals,…
Sitting in a weekend-long class with white walls, tennis ball chairs, and middle-school desks while your friends are out boating? To quote my favourite woman of the internet, “Ain’t nobody…
In Texas, you’ll need a card to operate certain watercraft if you were born on or after September 1, 1993. If you require certification but you’re not yet certified, you can be accompanied by a legal operator 18 years of age or older.