Even though we are in the grips of winter’s harsh icy fingers, we still need things to do in the boating offseason. Of course there’s always boat porn (boats.com, boattrader.com, yachtworld.com, etc), but sometimes it’s good to get out of the basement and into the real world. To that end,Continue Reading
Up the Occoquan River from the Potomac in Woodbridge, there’s a rather large marina called Prince William Marina. Every year they put on a Christmas Boat Lighting Show for the general public. This year it will be held on December 9. If you’ve never been to one of these before,Continue Reading
Not everything in the winter season sucks! Each year around this time, we look forward to the holiday boat parades! This year the annual Alexandria Holiday Boat Parade of Lights, and the The District’s Holiday Boat Parade will happen at the same time – Saturday, December 2. Those tough soulsContinue Reading
Each year, the good folks at Prince William County Police Department host a Polar Plunge – an event that benefits Special Olympics Virginia. If this is new to you, here’s how it works: The idea is that you register, either as yourself or a team, and fundraise for Special Olympics.Continue Reading
If you’ve been boating on the Upper or Middle Potomac River, you know that one of the biggest downers is having to continuously clean out your generator’s strainer. One of the biggest perpetrators of a clogged strainer is the dreaded hydrilla. This stuff rises up out of the deeps aroundContinue Reading
We don’t really understand it, but many folks think that the boating season is between Memorial Day and Labor Day, then it’s time to start winterizing. That’s just crazy talk! Some of the best boating is in the fall. Think about it: The fall season around here tends to beContinue Reading
The Potomac Riverkeeper Network‘s mission is to protect the public’s right to clean water in the Potomac and Shenandoah Rivers and their tributaries. They stop pollution to enhance the safety of our drinking water, protect healthy river habitats, and enhance public use and enjoyment. This year, they celebrate World RiversContinue Reading
When looking at the different options for your boat fuel, you have probably seen phrases like, “fuel additive,” and “ethanol-free,” in some places. The question is, what does that mean and why is it important? First, let’s look at what ethanol is, why it was put in fuel, and whatContinue Reading
One of the great events on the Potomac River will be happening this weekend, July 29 at Holiday Island – the annual Island on the Rocks party! If you’ve never been to one, this is the year to make the trip. This raft-up are party is one of the biggestContinue Reading
If you are traveling between the upper and lower Potomac River for your weekend plans, you need to be aware of this Notice to Mariners. Captain Spike ran this down for us, so we’re just gonna quote him here: Notice To Mariners!!!! Those travelling to points south of the NiceContinue Reading