Follow these techniques for proper disposal and recycling of wastes and equipment to help protect the precious waterways and marine ecosystems Whether you boat on rivers, canals, lakes, bays, or oceans, you may have noticed that your local water quality is under threat… the earth’s waterways are increasingly polluted with plastics, chemicals, and other pollutants. Unfortunately,...
The construction equipment industry is projected to increase 12% from 2016 to 2026. As the construction sector continues to grow, though there are plenty of advancements pertaining to land-based construction projects, there is some important new developments out at sea, as well. The American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) is a classification society, with a mission...
Drones on boats are becoming a popular way to capture amazing over-water photos, video and even assist as high-tech fish finders With each passing year, unmanned aerial vehicles — more commonly known as drones — are becoming more commonplace in our lives. These flying bots can help engineers and architects with construction tasks or shoot...
Recreational boating depends on a clean marine environment and high tech solutions to problems like cargo ship pollution may be one way to help Approximately 675 shipping containers are lost at sea every year. Though this is absolutely concerning for whoever owns the cargo being transported, it’s not as serious as some of the environmental...
Hawaii proposes ban of chemical-based sunscreen that damages local ecosystems – alternative sunscreen options will have to be used in Hawaii This summer, Hawaii has officially proposed to ban sunscreen in order to protect the coral reefs. Why? To protect the coral reefs. There are chemicals present in many sunscreens that protect our skin from...
Trying to keep your boat clean is a never-ending job, but following these 4 tips will make it a little bit easier Whether you live on your boat or just enjoy being on it as much as possible, keeping your boat clean is often easier said than done. Saltwater, spills, stains, grease, dirt, and almost...
Looking to strike gold or at least give it a try? Here’s what it takes to actually build a gold dredge for prospecting You’ve seen every episode of Bering Sea Gold and Gold Rush and you want to give it a try yourself. Prospecting for gold on a professional level is a lot easier said...
A summer safety reminder of water safety rules for kids while boating, swimming or playing around ANY body of water It’s an annual warning: when pools, boating, and water play become a part of summer fun, parents and guardians must be extra cautious and informed about water safety. Here’s your yearly reminder, with a little...
Follow these simple boating safety tips that can mean the difference between a best summer ever boating season and a life-changing boating accident We love our boat life, but we are also aware that boating safety is an important part of it. According to the U.S. Coast Guard, there were almost 4,500 recreational boating accidents...
College dropout-turned-inventor develops a screen designed to catch garbage using the ocean’s currents The Great Pacific Garbage Patch may have met its match in 23-year-old Dutch inventor, Boyan Slat. The college dropout-turned-inventor has developed a screen designed to catch garbage using the ocean’s currents. After a successful trial run, the Dutch government has approved the...
BoatUS shares annual list of the most popular boat names chosen by boaters – compare top boat names to previous years & bonus top funny names list Deciding what boat you want to buy can be tough, but sometimes deciding what to NAME that new boat is an even tougher decision. For some boaters, naming your...
Protect the marine environment you love by following these simple eco-friendly boat tips when out on the water Boating season is now in full swing, and while many recreational boaters are preparing their vessels to set sail on the open seas, they should also be considering the steps they can take to limit their boat’s...
Our ocean plastic pollution problem has reached a new depth of concern for our marine environment with plastic now reaching the deepest point of the ocean It is no secret that there is a serious plastic problem happening around the globe. You would not be surprised to hear that plastic is found in the oceans...
Before you go out on your kayak, SUP or boat this summer be sure to follow these basic water sports safety tips Spending time on a boat and participating in water sports activities in the summertime is a whole lot of fun for people of all ages. You can catch fish, get a tan, and...