Archive for August, 2008

Plot Your Water Journey

Author: WaterBlogged, 08 13th, 2008

marine GPS chartplotter

There are so many GPS devices these days that you may not have heard of a marine GPS chartplotter.  A chartplotter is a machine for navigating on the water, integrating GPS data with an ENC, or electronic navigational chart.  The chartplotter displays the ENC along with the position and speed of the boat.  Some chartplotters also have the capability to display other sensors, such as radar or sonar.

A chartplotter can have three-dimensional capabilities as well, particularly one that was designed specifically for marine use.  This can allow the chartplotter to find fish on the bottom of the water, gauge the depth of the water, and keep the boat from running aground.




Float On

Author: WaterBlogged, 08 13th, 2008

Inflatable accessories

There isn’t much that is more peaceful than floating on a serene lake, but floating on a lake doesn’t have to be just relaxing—it can also be a lot of fun!

Inflatable accessories from Marine Accessories Plus range from simple lounging chairs to a play station that is basically a floating trampoline.  Many of these fun floats can are versatile enough to be used for more than one purpose—for instance, some of the lounging chair styles can be flipped over and used as a belly board.  Many have cup holders so you can drift along with your favorite chilled beverage.  For the more adventurous, there is even an inflatable kayak.