We’ve all been there. You’ve driven through the darkness of early morning, committed to making that first cast on your favorite weed edge at sunrise. But as you guide your rig across the small parking ...

A boat prelaunch checklist reduces distractions and errors. Clear verbal and visual communication prevents accidents during boat launch. Securing boats at the dock and aiding transfers reduces injury ...

Launching a boat alone requires planning, timing, and precision. Every step matters, from backing the trailer to securing the ...

The task of launching and retrieving a boat for a pair of experienced partners is typically a demonstration of teamwork, each member having clear responsibilities. For the solo boater the operation is ...

It felt great just to be getting back on the water. For several weeks ice cover had eliminated any possibility of launching a boat on any of the area’s waters.

Get any of our free daily email newsletters — news headlines, opinion, e-edition, obituaries and more. Virtually every time we go boating, the day is marred by unpleasant experiences on the boat ramp.