Spring Boating: 3 Ways to Prepare for Launch

With spring just around the corner, marked on the calendar for March 19th, now is the perfect time to start planning for the upcoming boating season. As the days lengthen and temperatures begin to rise, it's important to start gearing up for a season of maritime adventures. 

Running Out of Gas on a Boat: What You Need to Know

You were probably having so much fun on your boat that you lost track of the fuel gauge—until your engine sputtered and quit. Luckily, you can redeem yourself by handling this situation like a pro.

What is Deadrise on a Boat?

Different boat hull designs are best for different specific uses, and deadrise is only one major attribute of a boat hull.

5 Best Boat-Warming Gifts for New Boat Owners

Looking for the perfect gift for a new boat owner? Check out these five great boat-warming ideas to elevate their time on the water.

Basic Boat Trailer Maintenance Checklist

Use our Trailer Maintenance Checklist as a simple step-by-step guide for maintaining your boat's trailer. Our expert tips include everything from caring for tires, wheels and bearings, to brakes, trailer lights and towing gear.

How to Make Your Boat Go Faster

Do you have a need for speed? If you want to learn how to make a boat go faster, be sure to make these three easy adjustments that will help you see a significant difference in your boat's speed and performance.

Five Ways to Prevent Seasickness

Wondering how to avoid seasickness on your next boat outing? Preventing seasickness can help you avoid or reduce mild feelings of discomfort to uncontrollable nausea and weakness—follow these five simple tips.

How to Name a Boat: 6 Tips for Naming Your New Boat

The age-old ritual of naming a new boat is not to be taken lightly, so make sure you come up with a magnificent moniker worthy of the tradition. Follow these simple tips to name your pride-and-joy.

How to Get a Boating License in 5 Simple Steps

Finding out how to get a boating license is a great first step towards getting out on the water as a responsible boater. This post will explain how to get a boating license.

Boat Registration Guide: How to Register a Boat

Boat registration is critical part of boat ownership. Learning how to register your boat is easy, and the requirements usually vary from state to state. Here at Discover Boating, you can register your boat today using our online tool. Enjoying the boat of your dreams starts with this simple step.