The cost will depend on the kind of boat you want. An inflatable one is around $35. It includes tax and paddles. A tandem kayak can go around $900. With this boat, you can travel some river or go fishing. If you wish to obtain jet skis, however, you need to have a budget…
Any boat emergency kit can keep you safe and sound while you’re sailing on rough water or seas. Most shipwrecked cases are a result of the crew not carrying an emergency boat kit. If you go sailing, either for three hours or several days, you must ensure that you have a plan, in case…
If you own a boat, you understand the vast importance of maintaining the health of our waterways. Sometimes, however, no matter how hard you try, your USCG documented boat can release pollution while at sea. By staying up-to-date on the latest federal pollution regulations, as well as knowing some simple best practices, you can greatly…
Buying a new boat can be very exciting, but there’s a lot of pressure on your part to get the best deal possible on your vessel. In this day and age, a boat is no minor investment, and the used market has really expanded, with a broad range of dealers and private sellers available to…
Buying a boat is a significant investment, and chances are, you’ve done a lot of homework when it comes to making this purchase. After poring over classifieds, searching the web, or even attending shows, you’ve landed on the right vessel for you and you’re ready to pull the trigger. Just like any other major investment,…
Do you own a boat that you’re considering registering with the U.S. Coast Guard for the first time? If you’re new to filing for documentation with the National Vessel Documentation Center, it may seem like an intimidating process. The truth is, however, though there is some paperwork involved, the overall rewards of registering your boat…
Generally speaking, for a commercial passenger vessel to operate in US waters, it’s required that it be built in America. This is a rule that is typically strictly enforced, but if you do own a vessel of foreign or unknown origin, there is a path to you conducting commercial passenger operations, and that’s with a…
After doing all of the necessary research—shopping around online, looking in magazine classifieds, and even going to boat shows—you’ve finally found the recreational vessel that’s just right for you. You’ve gone ahead and found a dealer and have decided to make a significant, life-changing investment. Like any other major purchase, there’s a lot of paperwork…
Have you performed some work or maintenance for the owner of an NVDC registered vessel? Have you had a difficult time receiving payment for your services? You may think your options are somewhat limited, but the maritime industry, like most other lines of work, does have protections in place that allow you to recoup what…
Do you have a need to put your own stamp on things? Are you considering changing the name of your NVDC documented vessel? If this is something you’re thinking about, there are a few things you may want to take into account. If you take a moment to learn exactly what goes into the process…