Start Your Boating Season with the Northern Illinois Boat Show! Spring is fast approaching and that means boating season is almost here! When the weather is nice, you want to head out on the water as soon as possible. But you can’t do that if you don’t have the necessary equipment and accessories. That’s where the Northern Illinois Boat Show …
Discover the Boat Lift Essentials: Protect Your Boat and Save in the Long Run If you own both a boat and a personal dock, you might think the best storage option is the water. But believe it or not, this method of storage can cause long-term damage to your vessel. Learn why so many people find a boat lift essential—all the …
Boat Lift Accessories Reduce Hassles, Increase Safety Adding a boat lift to your dock sure relieves a lot of stress. You save time and hassle, and your boat stays in good shape. So, what could be better than a high-quality hydraulic boat lift? How about some cool accessories to make life even easier? Accessories run the gamut, from simple canopy tops …
Use a Boating Checklist to Head Off Problems on the Water With summer here, you’re eager to get out on the water. Before everyone piles aboard, though, you’ll need to run through your boating checklist to make sure everything is ship-shape. As you know, winterizing is crucial to protect your vessel in the fall. In the same way, de-winterizing extends …
Enhance Your Boating Knowledge and Stay Safe on the Water! Without a doubt, boating is a wonderful pastime. But it can also be quite dangerous if you don’t take the right precautions. You could fall into the water, damage your boat lift, bust a hole in the hull, or even get lost. To help you steer clear of unwanted boating …
Learn Essential Knots for Securing Your Boat to Your Boat Dock, Your Cargo to Your Deck, and More Every experienced boater knows their knots. Whether you’re tying your boat up to the boat dock, securing cargo to the deck, or furling your sails, you need the right knot for the job. Yet there are so many knots out there to …
Kick Off Summer on the Chain O’Lakes Campgrounds, Lake Docks, and More In Chicago’s time zone, the summer solstice this year falls on June 20th at 11:24pm. That means the official start of summer on the Chain O’Lakes is right around the corner! A whole season of warm breezes, cold beers, and good times. So, how are you going to …
How Can Seawall Construction Improve Your Shoreline and Boating Experience? Seawalls are a common sight along the banks of lakes, ponds, and rivers. They are vertical or almost vertical structures that protect shoreline property and permanent pier installations from erosion. Not only do seawalls protect property from erosion and surging floods, they also reduce the impact of a boat’s wake. …
Boat Lifts Are Key to Convenient Pier Access There aren’t many recreational activities that offer both thrills and relaxation quite like spending a day on the open water with friends or family. Whether you’re an owner, renter, or “that guy” who always bugs your friend to take out their boat, most of us have experienced the joys of boating. If you’re fortunate …
