Boat life

Jul 12, 2017

Buying a New boat at the Boat show

Its boat show season and that means it’s the best time to buy a new boat.  At shows, many brands and dealerships are featured under one roof which gives the potential buyer a great opportunity to shop and compare without running around the countryside, and also exposes him/her to the huge variety

Jul 12, 2017

How to reduce gas consumption

The Price of gas has been a growing concern for boaters and drivers alike. Recently, the NMMA put out a report on the issue. According to the NMMA, the developments made in the technology of marine engines have increased so significantly that newer engines now burn fuel 50% more effectively.

Jul 6, 2017

Frequently Asked Questions

Have you ever come across a question that you just didn't know the answer to? Following is a list of questions that are frequently asked. Hopefully these will answer all your Buckeye questions.

Jul 6, 2017

Ask our Expert

Here are questions that customers have asked our experts and the advice that they recieved in return! Click here to send in our boating questions.

 

Jul 6, 2017

Boating Trivia

In what year do all Canadian Citizens need to have a Pleasure Craft Operator Card while operating a pleasure craft of any size?

Jul 6, 2017

Your Pleasure Craft Operator's Card

Canadians continue to be confused by, or are lacking awareness of the requirements surrounding the Pleasure Craft Operator's Card to operate a powered vessel.  The Government calls this "proof of competency".  Currently, proof of competency is required to all those operating a vessel

Jul 6, 2017

Pleasure Craft Licence

Your Pleasure Craft Licence (or as it is also commonly called vessel licence or boat registration) is a licence for your boat that is issued by Transport Canada through Service Canada outlets, if your boat is powered by an engine of 10hp or more.

Jul 6, 2017

Books for Boaters

First Mate 101: How to Stop Worrying and Start Boating

 

Buy a Boat with Confidence and Save Money

 

How to Dock a Boat like a Pro

 

Tie Your Power Boat

 

Jul 6, 2017

Boating Glossary

Ground tackle: a general term used for all gears used in anchoring a vessel.

 

Gunwale: the upper edge of the side of a boat.