Planning a boat getaway this summer? Try these fun boating activities that both kids and teenagers in your family can enjoy on the boat. Summer is already around the corner. What are your ideas for the perfect summer getaway with the family? Be it night camps, family picnics, boating activities, or simple mealtimes, you’ll never...
Category: Older Kid Boaters
First Mate in Training
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 docking,...
My First Boat Trip as First Mate and Our Month in Rock Hall
My first time stepping in as first mate for our boat trip to Rock Hall followed by a fun month long visit [includes video] 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 the...
Play Dates for Kids’ Friends at the Boat
Are you prepared to invite your kids' friends to the boat? Tips for a safe and fun boat play date for kids. [As seen in Lakeland Boating] Our boat time is all about family time, but we also really enjoy inviting friends to the boat. Sharing a piece of our boat life with our “land...
Raised on the Water: Inspiring the Next Generation of Boaters
Creating Memories that Develop a Lifelong Love of Boating for Your Kids Many people in the boating industry like to say “Start them young!” because they know that the best way to develop lifelong boaters is to get them hooked on the boating lifestyle as a kid. Those moments that your kids will remember for...
Summer Bucket List for Boat-Loving Kids
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 gets...
Alpha, Bravo, Charlie: Review of Nautical Codes Book for Children
Educational and fun, boat kids learn about maritime signal flags, Morse code and more in beautifully produced keepsake book A complimentary copy of the book "Alpha, Bravo, Charlie: The Complete book of Nautical Codes" was provided to BoaterKids.com in exchange for an unbiased review on this site. My kids are always excited about boats and...
Boat Safety Courses for Teen Boaters
Teens on boats need proper boat safety education and training - especially when operating a boat on their own Kids that grow up on the water learn at a very early age the importance of basic boat safety rules for kids. But the level of necessary boat safety knowledge increases much more when kids are...
Water Sports Life Jackets that Up the Cool Factor for Kids
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...
10 Activities to Keep Kids Busy on Rainy Boat Days
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...
Local Boating Courses, Programs and Clubs for Kids
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...
Can Kids Wear Inflatable Life Vests?
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...