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Creating a Float Plan for Your Boating Trip
For boaters embarking on either short excursions or extended voyages, the implementation of a float plan is a critical safety...
Fall 2025 Boat Show Season
The Fall Boat Show Season is on the horizon, promising a collection of exciting opportunities for boat enthusiasts to explore...
Boat Insurance - Friend or Foe?
Even though for some the boating season is almost over, we are well advised to be sure that we have...
From Record-Setting to Record-Seeking: The Spirit of the Great Loop Lives On
Just weeks ago, we shared the story of Robert Youens, the 71-year-old Texan who took on America's Great Loop in...
Take a Tour of Scho & Jo’s Great Loop-Ready Boat
Scho & Jo's 1989 Marine Trader Pivot was home for nearly three years and carried them through a full Great...
An Inside Look: Navy Pier Marina
Navy Pier Marina is a dream that's been a long time in the making. Since he first became a Chicago boater...
A Jon Boat, a Plan and the Great Loop
Boaters attempting the Great Loop typically choose comfortable cruisers, efficient trawlers, or high-performance center consoles. But Robert Youens is charting...
If You See Something, Say Something…
On August 29, 2011, an American, WW-II USCG hero, largely forgotten by all but US Coast Guard Forces, passed away...
Great Lakes Weather Forecasting
The National Weather Service (NWS) provides mariners with continuous broadcasts of weather warnings, forecasts, radar reports and buoy reports over...
An Inside Look: Adelaide Pointe Marina
Adelaide Pointe Marina on Muskegon Lake in West Michigan is the first new marina on the Great Lakes in more...
Cruising Through History: Some of America’s Most Historic Port Towns by Boat
Cruising America's coastal waterways is a journey through the living history of our nation. From bustling colonial harbors to quiet riverside...
Finding Fuel Prices & Fuel Docks
Managing your budget while cruising is crucial for ensuring a smooth and enjoyable journey. Waterway Guide is makes planning easier...
Independence Day Fireworks Displays on America's Waterways
The Fourth of July is synonymous
with fireworks, and there's no better place to enjoy them than along America's
beautiful...
Take the "Search" Out of Search and Rescue
"Do I know how to be found in an emergency?" That's a question every boater should ask. The answer, however,...
Cruising with Kids: Boat-Schooling
Year round cruising with kids almost always means some version of homeschooling. Or, as a lot of people like to...
Best Practices for Writing Helpful Reviews for Fellow Boaters
When cruising the waterways, finding reliable information can make all the difference in planning a successful and enjoyable voyage. Reviews...
8 Bells for Ted Stehle: Senior Advisor, Waterway Guide
It's with heavy hearts that we share the news of Ted Stehle's passing this past Sunday, June 1, 2025.Ted was...
Celebrate Summer Sailstice: June 21, 2025
Summer Sailstice, the global celebration of sailing, marks its spot each year on the weekend nearest the summer solstice. This...
First-Timers Welcome: Introducing your Non-Boating Friends to Cruising
For some people, cruising is a solitary escape from the busy
world we have all come to know. A time...
Chapman School of Seamanship Partners with BoatUS Foundation to Offer New On-Water Powerboat Training Courses
STUART, Fla., May 27, 2025 – The Chapman School of Seamanship, a respected 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and a leader in maritime...
Steps to Take When You Run Aground
When I teach seamanship courses to private boaters on the south shore of Long Island, I note that, if you...
Rules of the "Road" when Boating
Anyone planning to cruise our waterways should make themselves familiar with the rules of the road. Chapman Piloting: Seamanship and...
7 Practical Boating Tips for a Safe, Fun Summer on the Water From the BoatUS Foundation
How can you make your summer on the water a safe one? With National Safe Boating Week this week (May...
Exploring Lake Michigan's Top Boating Destinations
Lake Michigan, with its vast expanse and picturesque shores, offers some of the most stunning cruising grounds in North America....
Vessel Safety Checks - Peace of Mind for the Boating Season
What is a Vessel Safety Check?A Vessel Safety Check is a no-cost, no-penalty exam of your vessel to verify the...
Stalled out? Give These Tips a Go Before Calling for a Tow
You're done fishing and you turn to the engine and give the key a turn. Ominously, you don't hear a...
Must-Have Safety Gear from Scho & Jo
When going out on the water, whether on your boat or a friend's boat, safety is the most important consideration....
Insights for Cruising Lake Huron
Lake Huron, renowned for its expansive waters that border both the United States and Canada, offers boaters a unique maritime...
On Lake Erie’s West/Central Basin, 3 TowBoatUS Ports Under New Ownership
On Lake Erie's West/Central Basin, TowBoatUS Sandusky owners Capts. Jimmer Kennedy, D.J. Huntley and Jason Majoy are new owners of...
Tips for Dealing With Onboard Waste
Up until the late 1980s, many boaters simply discharged their untreated sewage overboard into the water. After a revision to...
Timing Your Great Loop Adventure
With the cruising season underway, many are already setting off on their Great Loop journeys, fulfilling a dream that sits...
Thinking About a Great Loop Adventure? Here’s What You Need to Know
Have you ever dreamed of leaving behind life on land and taking to the water for the adventure of a...
Spring Cleaning for Sounders – Is Your Depth Display at the Helm Correct?
The placement of a sounder's transducer is usually a foot or more underwater. Most mariners enter an offset to adjust...
Looping on a Budget with Scho & Jo
The Great Loop is a 6,000-mile adventure. You travel through multiple seasons, waterways, US States, and possibly other countries, depending...
Selling a Boat This Year? Don’t Forget These 4 Critical Paperwork Tasks
The spring boat-buying season is upon us, much to the delight of boat sellers, some of whom may be eager...
Spring Cleaning for Your Navigation Tools
Now that we've enjoyed a relaxing winter down south, it's time to prepare your navigation tools for the cruise back...
Preparing Your Home and Finances for Extended Cruising
Embarking on an extended cruising adventure requires preparation not just for the journey itself but also for leaving your life...
Cruising The Great Loop: Choosing Your Route
If you cruise the East Coast long enough, sooner or later, someone will ask you if you have completed The...
An Inside Look: Navy Pier Marina
Construction of Navy Pier Marina in Chicago made great strides this winter, setting their sights on opening by early Summer...
Love Letters to Our Favorite Cruising Regions
Some waterways are more than just routes on a chart—they become part of who we are. They challenge us, reward...
Lake Michigan's Eastern Shore
Experience the beauty and adventure of Lake Michigan's eastern shore. This cruising area offers plenty of anchorages, big sandy beaches...
Frozen Waters, Real Risks: Essential Ice Safety for Boaters
Even the most experienced boaters and outdoorsmen (and women) can underestimate the changing conditions of winter weather, and what seems...
Boater Tips & Education
Creating a Float Plan for Your Boating Trip
For boaters embarking on either short excursions or extended voyages, the implementation of a float plan is a critical safety...
Boat Insurance - Friend or Foe?
Even though for some the boating season is almost over, we are well advised to be sure that we have...
If You See Something, Say Something…
On August 29, 2011, an American, WW-II USCG hero, largely forgotten by all but US Coast Guard Forces, passed away...
Great Lakes Weather Forecasting
The National Weather Service (NWS) provides mariners with continuous broadcasts of weather warnings, forecasts, radar reports and buoy reports over...
Finding Fuel Prices & Fuel Docks
Managing your budget while cruising is crucial for ensuring a smooth and enjoyable journey. Waterway Guide is makes planning easier...
Independence Day Fireworks Displays on America's Waterways
The Fourth of July is synonymous
with fireworks, and there's no better place to enjoy them than along America's
beautiful...
Take the "Search" Out of Search and Rescue
"Do I know how to be found in an emergency?" That's a question every boater should ask. The answer, however,...
Cruising with Kids: Boat-Schooling
Year round cruising with kids almost always means some version of homeschooling. Or, as a lot of people like to...
Best Practices for Writing Helpful Reviews for Fellow Boaters
When cruising the waterways, finding reliable information can make all the difference in planning a successful and enjoyable voyage. Reviews...
First-Timers Welcome: Introducing your Non-Boating Friends to Cruising
For some people, cruising is a solitary escape from the busy
world we have all come to know. A time...
Chapman School of Seamanship Partners with BoatUS Foundation to Offer New On-Water Powerboat Training Courses
STUART, Fla., May 27, 2025 – The Chapman School of Seamanship, a respected 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and a leader in maritime...
Steps to Take When You Run Aground
When I teach seamanship courses to private boaters on the south shore of Long Island, I note that, if you...
Rules of the "Road" when Boating
Anyone planning to cruise our waterways should make themselves familiar with the rules of the road. Chapman Piloting: Seamanship and...
7 Practical Boating Tips for a Safe, Fun Summer on the Water From the BoatUS Foundation
How can you make your summer on the water a safe one? With National Safe Boating Week this week (May...
Vessel Safety Checks - Peace of Mind for the Boating Season
What is a Vessel Safety Check?A Vessel Safety Check is a no-cost, no-penalty exam of your vessel to verify the...
Stalled out? Give These Tips a Go Before Calling for a Tow
You're done fishing and you turn to the engine and give the key a turn. Ominously, you don't hear a...
Must-Have Safety Gear from Scho & Jo
When going out on the water, whether on your boat or a friend's boat, safety is the most important consideration....
Insights for Cruising Lake Huron
Lake Huron, renowned for its expansive waters that border both the United States and Canada, offers boaters a unique maritime...
Tips for Dealing With Onboard Waste
Up until the late 1980s, many boaters simply discharged their untreated sewage overboard into the water. After a revision to...
Timing Your Great Loop Adventure
With the cruising season underway, many are already setting off on their Great Loop journeys, fulfilling a dream that sits...
Spring Cleaning for Sounders – Is Your Depth Display at the Helm Correct?
The placement of a sounder's transducer is usually a foot or more underwater. Most mariners enter an offset to adjust...
Looping on a Budget with Scho & Jo
The Great Loop is a 6,000-mile adventure. You travel through multiple seasons, waterways, US States, and possibly other countries, depending...
Selling a Boat This Year? Don’t Forget These 4 Critical Paperwork Tasks
The spring boat-buying season is upon us, much to the delight of boat sellers, some of whom may be eager...
Spring Cleaning for Your Navigation Tools
Now that we've enjoyed a relaxing winter down south, it's time to prepare your navigation tools for the cruise back...
Preparing Your Home and Finances for Extended Cruising
Embarking on an extended cruising adventure requires preparation not just for the journey itself but also for leaving your life...
Cruising The Great Loop: Choosing Your Route
If you cruise the East Coast long enough, sooner or later, someone will ask you if you have completed The...
Frozen Waters, Real Risks: Essential Ice Safety for Boaters
Even the most experienced boaters and outdoorsmen (and women) can underestimate the changing conditions of winter weather, and what seems...
Considerations for Choosing Your Long-Term Marina
So, you've bought a boat and you're looking for a marina where you can enjoy sunsets from your deck, maybe...
Tips for Navigating the Erie Canal and the New York State Canal System
The Erie Canal is a major component of the New York State Canal System. The 524-mile inland water route ascends...
Researching Marinas Using Waterway Guide
Selecting the right marina is crucial for ensuring a smooth and enjoyable boating experience. Waterway Guide, with its comprehensive suite...
How to Throw a Dock Line
The ability for each crew member to competently throw a line is an extremely helpful skill, even empowering, since many...
BoatUS Warns Boaters About USCG Documentation Renewal Mailings
Boat Owners Association of The United States (BoatUS) is advising boaters with vessels that have a U.S. Coast Guard Certificate of...
Choosing the Right Mooring Anchor
Understanding the components of a mooring system is crucial for any boater looking to secure their vessel effectively. This article...
Waterway Guide's Mobile App: Recent Updates
We're excited to announce the latest updates to the Waterway Guide mobile app, designed to enhance your navigation and planning...
Guidelines for Refueling Your Boat Safely & Responsibly
Refueling your boat is a routine task that, if done carelessly, can lead to serious safety hazards. To ensure the...
A Gnawing Problem... Chafe
In Ft. Lauderdale's Middle River, back when anchoring overnight was allowed, we pulled in and anchored. There was a sizeable...
Deploying an Anchor: Best Practices & Considerations
Few boats come adequately outfitted with all of the necessary equipment and gear for anchoring in all conditions, or in...
Off-Season Boat Projects: Make the Most of Winter Storage
Winter storage is the perfect opportunity to tackle essential maintenance and upgrades it needs to feel like a brand new...
Winterizing Your Boat: Considerations for Seasonal Storage
As the boating season winds down and cooler temperatures take hold, it's time for boat owners to think about winterizing....
Cordage: How Much Do You Really Need Aboard?
You're planning to go cruisin'; ever wondered if you had
enough cordage¾rope¾onboard? Granted, the
answer depends on where you'll cruise...
An Inside Look from Waterway Guide
An Inside Look: Navy Pier Marina
Navy Pier Marina is a dream that's been a long time in the making. Since he first became a Chicago boater...
An Inside Look: Adelaide Pointe Marina
Adelaide Pointe Marina on Muskegon Lake in West Michigan is the first new marina on the Great Lakes in more...
An Inside Look: Navy Pier Marina
Construction of Navy Pier Marina in Chicago made great strides this winter, setting their sights on opening by early Summer...
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