This story has been sponsored by Discover Boating but all opinions are my own.
I am a non-boat person. I’ve been out on a boat only a handful of times in my life doing different things from playing in Hawaii, to whale watching. Now cruises, that’s a different story. I’m very proficient when it comes to cruising and cruise ships. I’m interested in boating and going out on boats more often, but not very knowledgeable. Discover Boating is a fantastic resource to help you shop for a boat, renting options, educational resources and more.
Living in Missouri there are plenty of opportunities to go out on a boat. There seem to be lakes all around us. Every summer my husband and I talk about renting a pontoon boat for several hours and going out on the lake with the kids, but it hasn’t happened yet. Maybe this is our year!
I have done some looking around on the Discover Boating site. My favorite part of the website is the Good Run video. What a sweet story.
Megan A says
I am a boat person, as long as there is no chance I’ll end up in the water!!
laurie damrose says
We have had boats a while ago,it’s like camping on the water.
Kristin K says
I discovered boating early in my life…but, haven’t been back on a boat in about 20-25 years!!! I get motion sickness very easy now…I don’t know why it didn’t affect me then, but I would love to try sailing again!!!
Kim Hampton says
When I was five years old, I was in a neighbor’s boat in the middle of the lake, and it sank. I wasn’t scared at the time, but just thinking about getting on a boat makes me queasy! I haven’t been on one since.
Mai T. says
I think I’m a non-boat person. The first time I was on a boat was 2 summers ago with my boyfriend. He took me fishing. I constantly feel unsafe on a boat even with life jacket on. Maybe because I can’t swim.
Kristin K says
I would love to re-discover boating!!! But, I get motion sickness so easily that, even on a car-carrier ship, I feel nauseous!!! I used to be pretty good on sailboats, so hopefully I still am!!!
Christy Peeples DuBois says
I love being on the water and have since I was a child. I love the weekends spent with family and friends on the lake.
catamarans Australia says
The many activities involved in sailing, like pulling and hoisting of sails to maneuver a boat or a yacht, adds to your muscle strength for your shoulders and back. Boating can also improve your cardiovascular health and reduce the risk of hypertension, obesity and other heart illness.