The pandemic has been tough on our kids and we look forward to bringing back a sense of normalcy with some family boating this summer As a parent of two young kids, one of the hardest parts of this pandemic has been witnessing the sacrifices our kids have had to make – remote schooling,...
Plan summer boat trips that will be fun & memorable for your kids with marinas, activities and historic towns the whole family can enjoy Every new boating season is an opportunity for our family to revisit our favorite destinations and, hopefully, plan to discover new ones we can cross off our boating bucket list....
Encouraging kids to step up to more responsibility while boating – and developing a deeper appreciation for the boat life When our kids were younger their main “job” on-board the boat was to simply listen to the rules while the first mate and captain (mom and dad) would do all the heavy lifting of...
My first time stepping in as first mate for our boat trip to Rock Hall followed by a fun month long visit We keep our boat on the Sassafras River, a tributary of the Chesapeake Bay. All summer long, we spend our weekends on the boat. Often we take the boat across...
Family-friendly boat features to look for when choosing the right boat size & style for a family with kids (as seen in Lakeland Boating) Purchasing a boat is certainly a big investment, so you definitely want to make sure that you choose the best possible boat for your family’s boating lifestyle. From how you...
In a world of uncertainty, kids are yearning for the calming effect of boating All our lives took a detour from normalcy this year as a result of the 2020 COVID-19 pandemic, and the impact on our kids has been no exception. After months of social distancing and adapting to remote schooling, thoughts of...
Renting a boat with your kids can be a great way to go boating as a family and enjoy a getaway on the water Planning a boat trip with the family is exciting. Although planning entails a lot of considerations before finalizing the rental. Some things to consider may include your capacity to operate...
Spending a fun day anchored out in your favorite spot is sometimes all kids need for some family boat day fun While boats are of course built for cruising, we don’t always want to be on the go. Although we like to plan weekend cruises as a...
Bring the whole family to enjoy free admission, free sea trials and the latest boat models from 23 Connecticut dealers at the annual Greenwich Boat Show If you are a boat family in New England you no doubt ready to say goodbye to winter and eagerly anticipate a chance to get back on the...
10 Must-Do Family Boating Activities for Your Boat-Loving Kids this Summer The spring prep is over, your boat is in the water, the school year ends and summer is now in full swing! Are you ready to make it the best summer ever for your kids on the boat? As a new boating season...
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...
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...