The 2022 boating season is almost here! Sorry, didn’t mean to shout. Here’s a fun fact for you, most Americans live under an hour from a navigable body of water. Say what?! And if you’re in the Coeur d’Alene or Spokane area, that statistic is even smaller. It’s surprising there aren’t more people out there!
So here are 3 fantastic reasons to go boating season
Bonding Time: According to a study done by the National Marine Manufacturer’s Association, 40% of all households say relaxing with family and friends is their favorite boating activity. Plus, it’s far more engaging than watching TV. So get out there and find out what boating activity is your friend’s favorite. http://www.boatma.com/topten.html
Recreational Boating Reduces Stress: Getting out on a boat allows you to leave the hassles of job and home repair behind while also enjoying the warm glow of an evening sunset and hanging out with friends and family. Breathe in that fresh air and enjoy the sun while the weather’s nice.
Great Exercise: Whether you’re sailing or waterskiing, wakeboarding or knee boarding, boating provides a plethora of choices to strengthen those muscles while laughing with friends.
And here’s a bonus reason:
Boating is Great Social Distancing: We’ve posted before about how we clean our boats, so you don’t have to worry about an unclean environment. Plus, being on a boat makes sure you’re six feet from anyone you don’t usually socialize with. It’s a win-win!
In our humble opinion, boating’s great for your friendships and your health. We highly encourage you to get out and have some fun =)
In some of our previous posts, we’ve highlighted some of the things you can do to help stay safe out there. You can check those out by following the links below.
Boating with Our Furry Friends: 5 Safety Tips