Boating
Hiring a Competent Marine Surveyor Helps when Buying a Used Boat
Finding the right surveyor and know what questions to ask can be important when buying a used boat. Read more…
Do the Math on Towing Capacity
To determine if your truck or SUV is up to the task of towing your next boat, you’ll need to answer three questions Read more…
Exploring the Wild on Lake Moomaw
Lake Moomaw offers great recreational opportunities on and around the lake, including hiking, camping, boating, and fishing. Read more…
Cleaning and Storing Life Jackets
Cleaning and storing your life jackets properly can help extend their life and efficacy. Read more…
Shell Landing is a Great Place to Launch to Explore the Wild
DWR's Shell Landing on Cockerell Creek offers great access to a number of scenic and fishing destinations. Read more…
Paddle the Shenandoah from Port Republic
This picturesque spot at the start of the South Fork of the Shenandoah River is a site full of history. Suitable for paddlers and small john-boats, it's worth a visit! Read more…
Boat Winterizing: Truths or Myths?
Virginia is #5 on the list of top 10 states for winterizing-related insurance claims. Test your knowledge on boat winterization with this short quiz, then download the BoatUS winterization checklist! Read more…
Exploring the Tidal and Fresh James River from Osborne Boat Landing
Osborne Boat Landing is a great place to launch to explore all that the James River has to offer. Read more…
Virginia Conservation Police Operation Dry Water and Holiday Weekend Boating Safety Report
Conservation Police Officers with the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources were very busy over the Independence Day holiday weekend as they participated in Operation Dry Water. Read more…