Are you eager to share your passion for boating with your partner and children, but can’t convince them to join you on your next boating adventure? Here are our top five tips to get your family excited about boating!
Plan Ahead
Before you hit the open water with your family, shore up your boating skills and feel confident in your abilities. Discover Boating recommends that you be up to date in boating basics such as: launching and driving your boat, anchoring, and docking. Also, don’t forget to check that your safety equipment is up to date. Check that your kids have not outgrown their life jackets before heading out on your next adventure!
Set Expectations
A successful family outing always begins with everyone on the same page. Get your partner and children excited about your boating adventure by talking about what you will see and experience while on the water. Do you have small children? Get them interested by reading books about lakes, oceans, and all the fun things that can be found in and around the water!
Prioritize Interests
Engage the whole family by prioritizing their interests. You know your partner and children best: Do they enjoy wildlife viewing? Historical sites? Tubing? Whatever their interests keep these at the forefront of their minds when planning their next boating excursion. If you have a partner interested in spotting wildlife or children wanting to see a rocket launch into space, check out Harbortown Marina when planning the perfect boating outing for your family.
Keep it Convenient
The quickest way to a family meltdown is a long drive followed by long lines at the boat ramp. Storing your boat at Harbortown Marina makes the day run smoothly by allowing you to skip long lines at the boat ramp with their app or by calling ahead.
End the Day with a Splash!
After a beautiful day on the water, let your partner and children relax at the marina while you take care of loading the boat. Harbortown Marina offers a heated pool, perfect for families looking to have one last splash before returning to reality.
Harbortown Marina is ideal for getting your family on board with boating. Join us on Merritt Island near Cape Canaveral, Florida for your next family boating adventure!
