Life Jackets: Your Most Important Piece of Boating Equipment

When it comes to boating safety, nothing is more crucial than having proper life jackets (also known as Personal Flotation Devices or PFDs) on board. Yet many boaters overlook the importance of maintaining and regularly…

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Tides, Trust, and a 40-Footer: A C-Tow Rescue in the Main Arm

The morning sun cast long shadows across the water as my radio crackled to life. Another day on the water, another opportunity to help a fellow boater in need. This call would take me through…

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Guide to Sail the Bahamas safely

When we first sailed to the Bahamas we weren’t familiar with its wind and current patterns and we learnt by trial and error. Now sailing around the idyllic islands of the Bahamas for our fifth…

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TOP ACCESSORIES TO ENHANCE YOUR BOATING EXPERIENCE

As your trusted marine assistance partner, we’re always looking for ways to make your time on the water safer and more enjoyable. Here are our top-recommended accessories that every well-equipped vessel should consider: Safety Essentials…

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Your Guide to Eco-Friendly Boating This Spring

Spring is in the air, and as Canadian boaters prepare for another exciting season on the water, there’s no better time to consider how we can protect our precious marine environments. Whether you’re cruising the…

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Midnight Navigation: How the C-Tow App Helped Save the Day

Midnight Navigation: How the C-Tow App Helped Save the Day In the pitch-black waters of Lake Simcoe, a late-night adventure nearly turned into a nightmare for one boater. At 1 AM, Captain John’s phone lit…

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The Reality of sailing with kids

The Reality of sailing with kids Over the last few years we have met so many people who have asked us what it was like sailing with a kid and baby. Most wonder what the…

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YOUR SPRING LAUNCH CHECKLIST: PREPARE FOR A SAFE SEASON ON THE WATER

As Canadian waters begin their spring thaw, C-Tow’s network of experienced Captains knows that proper preparation is key to a successful launch. With over 41 years of marine assistance experience, we’ve created this comprehensive list…

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EARLY SEASON BOATING SAFETY: NAVIGATING SPRING WATERS

As Canada’s largest marine assistance network, C-Tow knows that early season boating brings unique challenges. While the allure of being first back on the water is strong, spring conditions require extra vigilance and preparation. Here’s…

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Make working with Resins Easy

It is easy to become overwhelmed and discouraged when tackling a project that is new to you. Before you even get started you might find yourself making excuses to put off that next itchy project….

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