Health and fitness resolutions always seem to steal the limelight for New Year’s resolutions. How about a little love for our favorite hobby – boating? So, the team at Atlantic Marinas pulled together a list of the top 10 New Year’s boating “health” resolutions for 2024.
- Improve your boat operating skills – This could range from learning to tie better knots, flushing your engine, tying up, or dock line handling. We can all find one area to commit to improving in 2024. Check out some videos here.
. - Follow the Golden Rule of Boating Etiquette: Do to others as you would have them do to you, such as giving others the right of way since there are no marked lanes on the Bay. Check out this article for more boating etiquette tips.
. - Have peace of mind – For a small annual fee, TowBoat US offers great affordable plans to give you peace of mind. Truth is, no one ever plans to need a tow, but in the case of an emergency, they’ve got your back. Check it out here: https://www.boatus.com/products-and-services/membership/plans
. - Learn basic first aid – Be prepared to handle common injuries or emergencies until professional medical assistance can be reached. Consider taking a boater’s first aid course for comprehensive training. Click here for courses offered in February and April in Annapolis by Maritime Medical Guides.
. - Explore more – Tons of cool towns line our Maryland shores, awaiting your visit. Check out the Bay destinations article detailing some great options to add to your 2024 must-visit list.
. - Get your boat organized – Raise your hand if you hate tripping over other people’s sandals when trying to tie-up? From shoe storage and towel organizers to canvas bags, we love this article for boat organization hacks.
. - Have more fun – Try a new watersport or join a raft-up. We shared a great article about the top Chesapeake Bay raft-up locations to help you plan.
. - Protect Maryland’s natural resources – We pride ourselves at Atlantic Marinas for being Maryland Clean Marina Certified. Check out our recent article that outlines how boaters can make an impact.
. - Be seafood savvy – The National Aquarium in Baltimore says, “selecting responsibly sourced seafood really can make a difference” when it comes to ensuring the future of our natural resources. And as Marylanders, we all agree that seafood matters!
. - Boat more – “Spending time in nature can act as a balm for our busy brains,” according to the American Psychological Association. Now, when you head out on the boat, you can officially use the excuse, “it’s doctor’s orders.” So, let’s make it official: every Friday from spring to fall will be FAMLY BOATING FRIDAY!
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The original publish date of this article was 1/5/2023. It was updated and republished on 1/12/2024.
