Anti-fouling paint: Bottom paint for the boat that resists marine growth. Ballast: Weight added in the lower part of the boat’s hull for stability. Beam: The measurement at the widest part of a boat.

When getting to know your boat, there are plenty of different elements to learn about, each with their functions and names. First up is getting to know how to orient yourself on your boat, especially ...

The last time you “hit the head” you were probably roughhousing with your kids in the living room. And it’s doubtful you’ve ever worn a pair of gloves while “driving” your boat, much less placed them ...

"Adventures in Boating Washington," the official Washington boating student manual developed for the Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission, is now available as an e-book. This manual, which ...

Boat loans are a type of personal installment loan that is used exclusively for marine craft-related expenses. Online lenders, banks, credit unions and marine lenders offer boat loans, but some impose ...

ANTI-FOULING PAINT: Bottom paint for the boat that resists marine growth. ANTI-VENTILATION PLATE: A flat plate above the propeller on the gear housing that prevents air from being drawn into the ...