The end of boating season tends to sneak up on everyone… including our kids. Why does the season have to go by so fast? Seems like one day they are having a jumping contest off the swim platform and then the next day they are packing it up for the winter. There is no doubt...
Big vs. small boats – choosing the ideal boat size for a family with kids on board Over the years I have seen families with kids on all types of boats in all size ranges… from smaller bow-riders to larger cabin cruisers (even a few that some would categorize as a “yacht”). What size boat...
Summer fun in the sun can also mean not so fun sunburn. There is nothing worse than a painful sunburn on the boat… not to mention the long term effects sunburns can have on our skin. As parents we always have to balance our kid’s summertime fun with the need to protect their skin. It...
Ways your kids can share special moments on the boat with Dad Those iconic “dad moments” that your kids will always remember are most likely happening on your boat. Taking the boat for a cruise, casting a line, digging for clams in the bay… these are the classic moments for Dad and the whole family...
(mouse over to PIN this image on Pinterest!) Tips to get kids ready for an awesome boating season this summer Bottom painted… check. Boat washed & waxed… check. Batteries charged… check. All systems ready to go! Boating season is FINALLY here and your kids are probably just as excited as you are to get back on the water....
Teach kids about water safety around any body of water – including rivers, lakes, bays, oceans and swimming pools Kids are naturally drawn to water during the summer. Whether you are out on your boat or you are relaxing by the marina swimming pool, your kids are surrounded by water. So the month of May...
Fun and comfortable designs for boys and girls make wearing jackets more fun for kids When kids love the design on their life jacket there’s no question about putting it on (especially if its comfortable to wear too!) That’s why I love these new and innovative designs by Full Throttle called “Water Buddies”. Water Buddies are...
Add some nautical flair to the Easter basket this year with boating inspired (no-candy) ideas and gifts The modern Easter basket has evolved to include much more than the average plastic eggs and candy chicks. These days we like to fill baskets with some unique treasures that make the basket more fun… and with a...
Basic tips to make boating as a family both safe and enjoyable (for you and the kids) Boating can be one of the most enjoyable ways to spend time together as a family. Family boating is a great way to slow down the pace of your daily life – getting back to nature, cruising to...
Bob’s No Wake Zone Boating Radio Show features author of children’s boating book The Amazing Adventures of Boat Girl The new children’s book for boat kids – The Amazing Adventures of Boat Girl – is getting a lot of buzz in the boating industry… and I was thrilled to be invited for a radio interview about...
Bilingual “Color a Fish” coloring book offers first Spanish/English Boating Safety Sidekicks activity book for children For many boat kids, fishing and boating go hand in hand. And when they are not fishing or cruising they are likely to be spending their down time coloring or drawing. The National Safe Boating Council (NSBC) and the Recreational...
Cool water sports life jackets give older boat kids a reason to love life jackets again There comes a time when some kids become reluctant to put on a life jacket. As they grow up they want to feel independent and wearing a life jacket seems “less cool”. That’s when you know you need to...
Boating industry project aims to inspire a new generation of boaters through hands-on experiences Kids are so eager to try new things, explore their environment and go on exciting adventures… and what better to accomplish these things then by exposing them to boating? A new project called #ChooseBoating aims to inspire a new generation of future boaters by giving them an...