So you have finally purchased or decided to get your very own boat. Owning a boat can open doors to a variety of water-based activities that you can enjoy yourself as well as with your friends and ...

While anglers have discovered their own best way to launch their boat while fishing alone, avoiding methods that could put your boat or rope in peril must be considered. Northland Outdoors host Chad ...

Launching a boat into the water can be one of the most dangerous times of a boating trip. Here are a few recommendations for avoiding some of the more common mistakes that happen when launching a boat ...

We are entering that time of the year where there is a huge surge of inexperienced recreational boaters hitting the lakes, creating challenging scenarios at the launching and docking areas. This makes ...

Backing your boat down the ramp, especially when there’s a line of boaters ready to start their day who are waiting behind you, is one of the most stressful aspects of boating, right up there with ...

For a first-time boat owner, few things are as intimidating as launching your boat. You’ve got to back up to the launch and unload while more experienced boaters are watching — and waiting. But ...

A boat prelaunch checklist reduces distractions and errors. Clear verbal and visual communication prevents accidents during boat launch. Securing boats at the dock and aiding transfers reduces injury ...