Complete Haul-Out Service at Van Isle Marina Yacht Park Boat maintenance is a key part of keeping your boat seaworthy, safe and looking great. After all, there is nothing more enjoyable than cruising in a boat you know is in top notch condition and is well protected from the corrosive elements of the ocean. Saltwater, […]
How to Be a Safe Boater If you sit in the captain’s seat of your yacht, you also take on the duty of ensuring that your boating experience is safe. In order to ensure safety of everyone on board, there are a number of things to consider: Is the vessel itself safe to use, seaworthy […]
How to Keep Boating Throughout Winter Winter boating is a growing hobby here on Vancouver Island. While many boaters choose to winterize their yachts, tuck them up on dry land and wait longingly for spring, it’s entirely possible to stay on the water throughout the winter months. Boaters in the Pacific Northwest benefit from milder […]
Step by Step Instructions for Successful Mooring Knowing how to moor your boat properly is a vital skill all boat owners should have. No one wants to find their vessel damaged, floating away or sunk, which can all happen if it is not moored and secured properly. A damaged or submerged boat is not only […]
Things to Consider When Planning Your Annual Boat Haul Out For some yacht owners, an annual haul out marks the end of boating season; for others, it’s a chance to clean and carry out any repairs before putting the boat right back in. If you dread haul out time you’re not alone – most boat […]
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The Best Fishing Lakes and Rivers in British Columbia With over 20,000 lakes and 750,000km of waterways, British Columbia is a freshwater fishing paradise and a dream for anglers. Freshwater fishing offers a completely different experience to ocean fishing, and the opportunity to catch a variety of species of fish, some of which are unique […]
What to Consider When Buying a Boat Owning a boat opens up a whole new world of on-water adventure for you and your family. Buying a boat is a major decision but one you won’t regret if you choose the right one. Whether you are looking to buy for the first time or upgrade […]
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What Emergency and Safety Equipment Do You Need on Your Yacht? An emergency boating kit should be on board with you at all times. All boaters know that nothing can be more relaxing than a day on the water, whether it’s an early morning fishing trip, an afternoon of sightseeing or a multi-day boat trip. […]
How to Navigate and Stay Safe on the Water when Visibility is Restricted Boating requires all your senses to ensure you stay safe. If you have restricted visibility due to poor light or bad weather conditions, knowing what steps to take to keep you, your boat and other boaters safe is very important. The weather […]
Boat and Hull Maintenance
Complete Haul-Out Service at Van Isle Marina Yacht Park Boat maintenance is a key part of keeping your boat seaworthy, safe and looking great. After all, there is nothing more enjoyable than cruising in a boat you know is in top notch condition and is well protected from the corrosive elements of the ocean. Saltwater, […]
Boat Safety Checklist
How to Be a Safe Boater If you sit in the captain’s seat of your yacht, you also take on the duty of ensuring that your boating experience is safe. In order to ensure safety of everyone on board, there are a number of things to consider: Is the vessel itself safe to use, seaworthy […]
Winter Boating and Cruising Checklist
How to Keep Boating Throughout Winter Winter boating is a growing hobby here on Vancouver Island. While many boaters choose to winterize their yachts, tuck them up on dry land and wait longingly for spring, it’s entirely possible to stay on the water throughout the winter months. Boaters in the Pacific Northwest benefit from milder […]
Boat Mooring Checklist & Techniques
Step by Step Instructions for Successful Mooring Knowing how to moor your boat properly is a vital skill all boat owners should have. No one wants to find their vessel damaged, floating away or sunk, which can all happen if it is not moored and secured properly. A damaged or submerged boat is not only […]
Tips for a Successful Haul Out
Things to Consider When Planning Your Annual Boat Haul Out For some yacht owners, an annual haul out marks the end of boating season; for others, it’s a chance to clean and carry out any repairs before putting the boat right back in. If you dread haul out time you’re not alone – most boat […]
B.C.’s Top 10 Freshwater Fishing Spots
The Best Fishing Lakes and Rivers in British Columbia With over 20,000 lakes and 750,000km of waterways, British Columbia is a freshwater fishing paradise and a dream for anglers. Freshwater fishing offers a completely different experience to ocean fishing, and the opportunity to catch a variety of species of fish, some of which are unique […]
Choosing the Right Boat
What to Consider When Buying a Boat Owning a boat opens up a whole new world of on-water adventure for you and your family. Buying a boat is a major decision but one you won’t regret if you choose the right one. Whether you are looking to buy for the first time or upgrade […]
Emergency Boating Kit Checklist
What Emergency and Safety Equipment Do You Need on Your Yacht? An emergency boating kit should be on board with you at all times. All boaters know that nothing can be more relaxing than a day on the water, whether it’s an early morning fishing trip, an afternoon of sightseeing or a multi-day boat trip. […]
Safe Boating in Poor Visibility
How to Navigate and Stay Safe on the Water when Visibility is Restricted Boating requires all your senses to ensure you stay safe. If you have restricted visibility due to poor light or bad weather conditions, knowing what steps to take to keep you, your boat and other boaters safe is very important. The weather […]
A Guide to Green Boating