Barb Hansen manages Southwest Florida Yachts and gives tips on packing for successful cruising vacations.

Do you have any anglers or boaters in your life? You’ll enjoy this list of 10 gift ideas, from our friends at TakeMeFishing.org.

Enjoy the benefits of nature with these 6 fun things to do outside, alone, or with family and friends, from TakeMeFishing.org.

If you’re browsing the small fishing boats market and just beginning your research, you’ll want read this list from TakeMeFishing.org.

Kayaking in the fall? Find out how to dress appropriately for autumn outdoor activities on the water.

We believe in safety first. When we found this article, ‘How To Choose A PFD Or Life Jacket’ we knew we had to share it.

In the midst of Staycation 2.0, we find cruisers vacationing within an easy drive of their homes. Find out what they’ve been up to lately.

We’re sure you’ll love these summer family outdoor activities that you can enjoy while keeping your family safe, healthy, and happy.

Polarized sunglasses are not only useful for fishing or for sports; in fact, they offer great protection for everyday life, too.

With a little planning, a family canoe trip can be an adventure. Here are some considerations for a canoe float with the family.

It’s time to gear up, get out and leave worry in your wake. Find out where to Get On Board near you at Take Me Fishing and Discover Boating.

At TakeMeFishing you will find all the fishing & boating resources you need to get on board and create your own adventure.

We love this all inclusive beginners guide to kayaking from Nature Sport Central. They share everything you need to know about kayaks.

Kids are home, which means free time to run around outside playing. Here are some of those summer activities for kids from TakeMeFishing.org.

Given the situation at hand, Barb Hansen of “View from the Marina” believes the emerging popularity of staycations should be no surprise.

Celebrate National Fishing and Boating Week June 6-14 with safety in mind. Follow social distancing guidelines and safety tips.

PlayCleanGo Awareness Week educates outdoor enthusiasts on how to enjoy outdoor activities without unintentionally spreading invasive species.

Is it raining outside? We love these fun indoor activities for kids that help build outdoor skills from our friends at TakeMeFishing.org.

“Ladies, Let’s Go Fishing!” University returns to the Gulf Coast June 27-28 for their inshore saltwater fishing seminar at Bass Pro Shops.

If you are looking for a few examples of fun things to do by yourself outdoors to take advantage these benefits, use this list as a resource.

Outdoor activities like boating and fishing can bring your family and kids together. At this time, we understand your kids are at home, and you may be looking for outdoor activities to keep your kids entertained and spend some quality time together. Here are some activities you can do outdoors while social distancing, make sure […]

Barb Hansen offers some great ideas for getting out on the waters of Southwest Florida for social distancing the natural way. If you don’t live in Florida consider traveling there once this is over and enjoying everything it has to offer. ~MC I just finished reading an Associated Press sports story that really hit home […]

Boats come in many different shapes and sizes. Some are designed to hold varying numbers of passengers for fishing, cruising, sailing, or even paddling. It all depends on what you are looking for. And what many of us are looking for are low maintenance boats. Low Maintenance Boats Near the top of any list of […]

Although many states currently have stay-at-home orders, Barb Hansen of “View from the Marina” has some great vacation planning once this all clears up. ~MC Vacation time, both spring break and traditional summer getaways, is here.  But figuring out what to do and where to go is more complex this year. Places such as theme […]

Getting the boat ready for the summer boating season is an exciting time for America’s nearly 12 million recreational boaters. Boat Owners Association of The United States (BoatUS) has a Spring Commissioning Checklist to help boaters start the season right, along with a new YouTube Spring Fitting Out video library that shows you how to do […]

Want to get a taste of the boating life or improve your on-water boat handling skills? The nonprofit BoatUS Foundation for Boating Safety and Clean Water together with Freedom Boat Club Savannah offer a choice of two fun on-water boat training courses taught aboard single-engine powerboats: Intro to Boating and Women Making Waves, Saturday, March 28, and Sunday, March […]

Florida angler Betty Bauman has made it her profession to teach women how to enjoy fishing. The only rule: No yelling. “We try to explain to the ladies that when there’s a fish on, things have to happen fast, people get excited and voices may raise,” Bauman says. And it was one such experience that […]

Cruising in Southwest Florida is an opportunity like few others in the world.  You have the sparkling, world-famous Gulf waters, glistening, first-class resorts; quiet, reflective anchorages and enchanting strands of islands all along Florida’s southwest coast.  CRUISING WORLD Magazine has ranked this area the number one chartering destination in the U.S., and number three in the world! Add […]

There’s no better way to spend time with your favorite person than by experiencing something new in the great outdoors. Check out these twelve outdoor date ideas for couples that can help you build a stronger relationship while taking in the sights and sounds of nature. Rent a tandem kayak or paddleboat to explore a […]

I’m sure all of you know that this is the time of year that we celebrate love and affection.  That’s what Valentine’s Day is all about.  But, I think there’s more, a lot more. One perspective that comes to mind was introduced and enhanced for a decade on TV with the weekly show, The Love […]