Boredom-buster ideas and activities to keep kids entertained on board when you have a rainy boat day Boating is nothing but fun in the sun for kids – the nonstop action of swimming, tubing, fishing and cruising keeps them constantly entertained. But the reality is that not all days are sunny. Sometimes there are rainy...
Find a youth boating course or program in your area to get kids involved on the water Youth boating organizations are a great way to get kids involved on the water. They can learn more about a certain aspect of boating, meet new friends, learn new skills and develop a lifelong love of boating. By...
Recommended age guidelines for your child’s safe use of inflatable life jackets One of the coolest advancements in life jacket design has no doubt been the introduction of the inflatable life vest. The less bulky design is an appealing idea for kids that may be reluctant to wear a life jacket. But at what age and...
From water safety prep to planning summer cruises, get your kids ready for a fun season on the boat For seasonal boaters, there is a lot to do to get ready each year for boating season. Our season may start in April or May, but usually around February or March we are starting to plan...
Options for making space for a pack-n-play so your baby or toddler will sleep soundly on board a boat – how we made one fit and product recommendations for your boat. Space is a premium on all boats – no matter how small or big your boat. But when your baby is too big for...
Check out these fun and easy day trip boat ideas for an afternoon boating getaway on the water that your kids will love My kids love any day on our boat – but sometimes its fun to mix up the routine and go somewhere or do something out of the ordinary. Those special days that...
Handling a boat in and out of a slip while ensuring safety of kids on your boat Even for the most experienced captain, maneuvering your boat in and out of a slip can be a bit challenging… particularly with wind or current conditions. Docking your boat requires patience and concentration. Add a kid or two...
Child proof precautions you need to do to make sure your boat is safe for baby As your baby begins to get mobile, one of the first things you do is child-proof your home. You plug all your outlets, put up gates and lock all your cabinet doors. Keeping your boat a safe haven for...
Coast Guard approved Puddle Jumper Life Jackets can help toddlers and kids learn to swim faster – but their use on a boat may be limited If you have a toddler or young kid learning how to swim, then you have no doubt seen Stearns Kids Puddle Jumper Life Jackets. But many boaters wonder if...
Safe and portable bed choices for a newborn infant or baby sleeping inside a boat cabin that are also compact for tight quarters. Cabin space is so limited on a boat, and choosing a proper bed for your new baby can be a challenge. It needs to be compact and portable, yet safe for your...
Worried about taking your new baby boating? Here's how to make sure a baby or infant is safe boarding and cruising on a recreational boat As a new parent, it is expected that you may be nervous about taking your new baby or infant on a boat. That anxiety is probably even greater if you...