Turks and Caicos surprised us!

This year we decided to sail further South and a pit stop in Turk and Caicos made sense due to the strong prevailing easterly trade winds. Cruising through the Bahamas and trying to make your…

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Planning Around Bahamian Weather Windows: Getting to Windward During Early Summer

For cruisers in the Bahamas wanting to head east, making windward progress during the summer months can be very challenging. The consistent trade winds that make the islands a paradise for sailors can quickly become…

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Going Green on the Water: Eco-Friendly Boating Trends for 2025

As we cruise into the heart of summer 2025, Canadian boaters are increasingly embracing sustainable practices that protect the waters we love. The marine industry is responding with innovative eco-friendly technologies and solutions that don’t…

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The Big Three: C-Tow’s Most Common Rescue Calls (And How to Avoid Them)

After 41 years on Canadian waters, our C-Tow Captains have seen it all. But three types of calls dominate our dispatch center during peak boating season: dead batteries, fuel emergencies, and soft groundings. The good…

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Captain David Eagan’s Epic 6-Hour Tow: From Port Colborne to North Tonawanda

When Captain David Eagan received the call that a 56-foot vessel was in distress near Port Colborne, he knew he was in for more than just a routine tow. The destination? North Tonawanda – a…

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What to Do When Your Boat Engine Overheats: A Summer Boater’s Essential Guide

Summer boating season brings longer days on the water, but it also brings one of the most common marine emergencies: engine overheating. With over 40 years of marine assistance experience, C-Tow has responded to countless…

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Sailing doesn’t have to be lonely and here’s why

There are a lot of single-handed sailors out there sailing alone either by choice or forced into it. As a family of four we have human interactions on a daily basis which still has us…

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Anchoring 101: Essential Skills That Every Boater Should Master

Master the art of anchoring and enjoy worry-free time on the water Whether you’re planning a peaceful lunch stop in a secluded bay or waiting out rough weather, proper anchoring is one of the most…

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A Race Against Time and Tide

It was well past midnight when Captain Reuben’s received an urgent distress call. A vessel had become flooded and stranded on the high tide line at Kelsey Bay – one of the most remote areas…

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Taking the Route Less Travelled 

We absolutely love the Bahamas and year after year we find ourselves returning. After 5 seasons cruising around we have explored most of the island chains here. Of course there will always be another spot…

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