Plan a Day of Fun on Your Pontoon Boat

Heading out on the pontoon boat for the day is probably your dream for the summer. Do not leave anything to chance before your next family outing on the pontoon boat. You can avoid a boatload of stress and strife if you prepare a plan of action. When you plan for a day out, you can find new spots to explore, participate in new activities or bring along food to eat. For more ideas and help with all things boat, come to Chatlee Boat & Marine. Our dealership, located in Sanford, North Carolina, serves Raleigh and Greensboro, North Carolina. 

Get Your Kids Involved

As you start planning your next day out on the pontoon boat, ask your children what they would like to do with the family. The more input you let them have, the more fun they will get out of the trip. Plus, you can put them in charge of little things, such as packing the safety gear or cleaning the boat. These responsibilities let them feel helpful.

Pack Necessary Supplies

Instead of scrambling around on the day of your outing, pack all the supplies beforehand. Think about the essential supplies to have on board the pontoon boat. You can make a list so that you remember to grab everything. For example, long days out in the sun require extra sunscreen so that the whole family can reapply as needed.

Also, consider what food and drinks you will need for the trip. If you spend all day out on the water, you want to make sure no one goes hungry. On hot days everyone will need water and electrolytes to recharge, too. 

Bring Safety Gear

Safety gear is a must, especially if you have children of any age running around on board the pontoon boat. Pack enough life jackets so that everyone is secure while sailing. Think about other safety concerns, like cuts and burns. You should gather a basic kit of emergency Band-Aids in case of minor injuries. 

Pick up After Yourselves

If your daily plans on the pontoon boat include docking at a beach, remember to bring a trash bag. Teach your kids to leave the beach as clean as you found it, if not better than before. Pick up any trash lying or floating around. You will be making the environment cleaner for your next pontoon boat outing.

Start your next trip out to a great start by listening to our tips. Visit us at Chatlee Boat & Marine in Sanford, North Carolina, and you can tell us all about your latest river and lake adventures. We welcome customers from Raleigh and Greensboro, North Carolina.