The guys at Islands Insurance have put together some great advice, which we’d like to share with you all. Follow the Boat Owners checklist series here. Part 5: Engines and Motors Even if it was only used for a short time last year, have your engine pre-season serviced. You should have an engine maintenance log with, in particular, the date …

The guys at Islands Insurance have put together some great advice, which we’d like to share with you all. Follow the Boat Owners checklist series here. Part 4: Below Decks – Keeping Safe in the Water It’s important to make sure that your boat is sea-worthy below decks as much as it is above them. Here are a few things …

We’re all about keeping you safe on the water. With the improved weather, more and more people are wanting to get out on their boats, but you need to make sure that your vessel is in good condition before you set sail.  The guys at Islands Insurance have put together some great advice, which we’d like to share with you …

We’re all about keeping you safe on the water. With the improved weather, more and more people are wanting to get out on their boats, but you need to make sure that your vessel is in good condition before you set sail.  The guys at Islands Insurance have put together some great advice, which we’d like to share with you …

We’re all about keeping you safe on the water. With the improved weather, more and more people are wanting to get out on their boats, but you need to make sure that your vessel is in good condition before you set sail.  The guys at Islands Insurance have put together some great advice, which we’d like to share with you …

Did you know – fires on boats have killed over 30 boaters in the last 2 decades in the UK alone! When it comes to fire safety aboard a boat, prevention is the best protection.  This means taking all reasonable steps to stop a fire breaking out.  We all know accidents can happen, so it’s important to have safety measures …

Most of us have smartphones now, but what happens when you need to tell someone how to find you? Sure, you can use Google Maps, but is that specific enough? Especially if you’re in a large open space (such as out at sea, or even in a big field). That’s where what3words comes into its own. Vital for pinpointing your …

Have you tested your VHF radio? Are you familiar with all of the “do’s and don’ts” surrounding VHF Radios?  Jersey Coastguard have put together this excellent reminder sheet.  If you would like a PDF copy, you can download it here for free.  Even better – print it, laminate it, and keep it on your boat. For your free download, click …

The winter waves can be very appealing, with bigger and more consistent swells.  The water temperature can still get very cold, so it’s vitally important that any winter activities in or around the water are undertaken with that in mind. For those who are thinking about doing a spot of winter surfing, we’ve put together a guide on what kit …

Is it really the right time to start sea swimming? Sea Swimming has been proved to help with your mental health, but what about your physical health? We all know that swimming is great for your personal fitness, but there are dangers associated with sea swimming that must be considered if you’re thinking of taking up sea swimming. Just recently, …