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There is a moment every boater dreads. You are cruising along, enjoying the sun and the water, when suddenly the engine cuts out, smoke starts billowing from the hatch, or someone slips and falls over the rail. In that split second, the peaceful day on the

Dwayne Rodrigues

Boat Owner & Enthusiast

Every time you turn the key and hear that outboard rumble to life, you are taking on a massive responsibility. Most days on the water end with sunburns, empty coolers, and great memories. But when things go wrong out there, they go wrong fast.

Dwayne Rodrigues

Boat Owner & Enthusiast

There is a moment every boater dreads. You hit an unexpected wake, a sudden squall rolls across the lake, or someone simply slips while stepping onto the dock. In an instant, your phone, your dry clothes, and your boat registration are soaked.

Dwayne Rodrigues

Boat Owner & Enthusiast

If you are planning to spend any time on the water this summer, you have probably asked yourself the big question: do you need a boating licence in Canada? The short answer is yes. If your boat has a motor, you need a licence.

Dwayne Rodrigues

Boat Owner & Enthusiast

A VHF marine radio is not a luxury item. On Lake Erie, where squalls can build in under an hour and commercial traffic shares the same water as recreational boats, it is one of the most important pieces of safety equipment you can carry.

Dwayne Rodrigues

Boat Owner & Enthusiast

There is a moment every new boater experiences on Lake Erie. You are cruising along, the sun is shining, and the water is relatively calm. Then, you spot a cluster of buoys ahead. One is red, one is green, and another has horizontal stripes.

Dwayne Rodrigues

Boat Owner & Enthusiast