We don’t want to admit it yet, but summer is starting to wind down. Cold weather and busy schedules will be here before you know it. So now is the time to make sure that you have some great memories on the water in the books for this summer. If you’ve had plans to hit the water for something special or just want to set sail a few more times before summer is over, now is the time to make it happen! In this blog, we’ve got some ways that you can make the most of the rest of boating season before summer is over!
Make the Final Weeks Count
Plan a big trip: Now is the perfect time to plan a big day trip! Visit a sandbar, go island hopping, cruise to a waterside restaurant, or check out some nature and wildlife.
Try new things: Try taking your boat out for something you don’t normally do. Teach the family how to wakesurf, stargaze from your deck, or try your hand at fishing.
Keep kids engaged: If you want to make the most of your time on the water, keeping little ones engaged will help. Give them age-specific jobs like acting as your watersports spotter or looking for buoys.
Pack the right food: Don’t ruin the last few trips of summer with bad food! Bring food that stores well and will keep you hydrated! Packing the perfect cooler is essential!
Plan Some Family Activities
Have game night on the water: A great way to enjoy some family time on the water is to have a game night! Card games like UNO are great to bring aboard your boat for a fun outing.
Take a picnic to the lake: Have a few hours midday? Hit the water with a picnic. Enjoy it onboard or dock somewhere scenic.
Get into watersports: There’s still time to have big thrills on the water. Plan a day to hit the water and go tubing, wakeboarding, or waterskiing.
Enjoy the Beginning of Fall
If you don’t want boating season to end just yet, push your last days on the water into the fall. Typically, we think of summer as the best time to be on the water because it’s hot outside, but there’s so much to enjoy on your boat at the beginning of fall.
Foliage tours: Wait until the end of September or beginning of October and take your boat to enjoy the beautiful fall foliage. Take in the scenery as the colors of the coastline start to change!
Sunset cruises: Pack some layers, a blanket, good snacks, and warm beverages. As the sun starts to set earlier, you can enjoy a beautiful sunset cruise.
Fall fishing: Fall is a great time to fish as fish are storing up on energy for winter. If you wanted to get into fishing this summer but were deterred by the heat, it’s not too late to give it a try!
Prep for the End of the Season
Check safety gear: Make sure you have enough life jackets for all passengers, a working fire extinguisher, and fresh flares.
Test electronics: Check your bilge pump and navigation lights before your trips get shorter and the daylight hours fade. Don’t wait until you’re on the water at dusk to realize your lights aren’t working.
Schedule your service: While you’re enjoying your last few trips out on the water, get ahead of the fall crowds and schedule your winterization service while it’s fresh on your mind.
Where Can I Buy A Boat Before Summer Is Over?
If you’re looking to buy a boat to enjoy for the rest of summer and are located in the Cincinnati or Dayton market area, then you are in luck! Taylor’s South Shore Marina is here to help you find the perfect boat for your budget and lifestyle. You can check out our showroom stock available for immediate delivery. Get in touch with our experienced sales team to start the process of buying the boat of your dreams!
