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How to Survive the South Dakota Kayak Challenge
Guest Michelle Scheuermann regales us with her tale of a recent adventure she and a friend took — the South Dakota Kayak Challenge. If you’ve ever thought of entering a race such as this one, read...
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“Ladies, Let’s Go Fishing!” Gulf Coast Freshwater Fishing University
The popular “Ladies, Let’s Go Fishing!” University announces a freshwater fishing seminar on Saturday, Feb. 10 at Bass Pro Shops, Fort Myers, FL from 8:30 am to 2 pm. Hosted by the nonprofit Ladies,...
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Take a Boating Safety Education Course Mar. 18–24
ANNAPOLIS, Md., March 14, 2018 – Next week, Mar. 18-24, is a great time to take a boating safety course. Why? It’s perfect timing just before the start of the boating and fishing season and the...
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BoatUS Spring Commissioning Checklist
With boatyards, backyards, marinas, and clubs now coming to life, spring commissioning time has arrived. Boat Owners Association of The United States (BoatUS) has a Spring Commissioning Checklist to...
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Dan Small Outdoor Radio: Chris Heeter and ‘Wild Women on the Water’
This week, Dan Small Outdoors Radio features sporting artist Bob White, adventure trip leader Chris Heeter, charter captain “Dumper” Dan Welsch and fishing guide Ron Barefield. Meet Dan this weekend...
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Shine Bright as a Park-Loving Superstar this National Park Week
Parks are yours to enjoy all year long and for a stretch of days each April, National Park Week offers national park visitors special programming and events to enjoy. This year’s theme is “Park...
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Top 6 Things to Know About Insuring a Boat in a Hurricane Zone
Will you have a recreational boat located in a hurricane zone as of June 1? According to recently released predictions by experts at Colorado State University, the 2018 Atlantic hurricane season could...
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Save a Kid’s Life This Summer: Become a Life Jacket Loaner Site
A simple way to save a kid’s life is to ensure they have a life jacket when they go boating, sailing or fishing. But sometimes, it’s not easy to borrow a right-sized life jacket when an infant or...
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The IGFA Annual Fishing Contest Continues Through September 1, 2018
Anglers everywhere are encouraged to capitalize on the upcoming prime fishing periods around the world and compete for over 200 prizes in The International Game Fish Association’s Annual Fishing...
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Fixin’ for a Fight: Landing a Big Fish From a Kayak
The thought of fighting big fish from a kayak is enough to raise the pulse of any angler. However, you should never pick such a fight without a battle plan, especially when your battleground is not...
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National Fishing and Boating Week June 2–10
ALEXANDRIA, Va., May 29, 2018 – The start of the traditional summer boating season also brings the annual kick-off of National Fishing and Boating Week, June 2–10, designed to highlight the importance...
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2018 Top 10 Boat Names Released
ALEXANDRIA, Va., May 23, 2018 – Boat names can reveal a lot about the personality, passion and life experiences of a boat owner. This year, BoatUS decoded the most popular boat names ordered through...
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BoatUS By The Numbers 2018
ALEXANDRIA, Va., June 5, 2018 – Boat Owners Association of The United States (BoatUS) is the nation’s largest recreational boating advocacy, services and safety organization, making boating better for...
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BoatUS: Don’t Let Distracted Boating Get You This July 4 Holiday
ALEXANDRIA, Va., June 25, 2018 – Just like Americans’ hectic Thanksgiving Day holiday travel habits, July 4 is recreational boating’s biggest holiday of the year. The nonprofit BoatUS Foundation for...
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Adventure: Outdoors in the Ozark Mountains
Last May, several outdoor writers came to one of the most beautiful places in the Ozarks – Big Cedar Lodge, in Ridgedale, Missouri. Bass Pro Shops and Toyota hosted the event, “Outdoors in the Ozark...
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View from the Marina: A Summit at Sea
There’s a good deal of talk and media coverage (Twittering, too!) these days around “Summits” taking place at different global locations, involving world leaders. There’s a lot at stake and none...
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Boat Insurance: 3 Important Coverages Boaters Sometimes Overlook
For the majority of recreational boaters, a boat insurance claim won’t be in their future this summer – but you can never predict when something will happen. Is your boat insurance policy up to snuff?...
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5 Jacksonville Kayak Fishing Spots Worth Exploring
While it may be Florida’s largest city based on square miles, it’s still easy to find a number of good Jacksonville kayak fishing spots. A kayak fishing trip in the Jacksonville area will give you a...
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Retro WON: She Spends Her Off Season on the Water for Exercise
When I am not hunting, I am thinking about hunting—and that includes being physically prepared for the fall season. Even with my adaptive equipment, being in good shape makes hunting adventures easier...
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NPF: Celebrating Our Rivers and Trails in Massachusetts
The following blog is an excerpt from Celebrating Our Rivers and Trails in Massachusetts by the National Park Foundation. (National Park Service photo) October 2018 marks the 50th anniversary of the...
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