Vertical Parking: A Captain’s Tale of a Midnight Rescue
It was just past midnight when my phone went off. Dispatch’s voice was calm but urgent – a boat had somehow managed to run itself up a cliff face. In my decades on the water,…
Continue ReadingIt was just past midnight when my phone went off. Dispatch’s voice was calm but urgent – a boat had somehow managed to run itself up a cliff face. In my decades on the water,…
Continue ReadingAs British Columbia’s waters come alive with the buzz of peak boating season, C-Tow’s experienced Captains share their insider knowledge to help you navigate our challenging coastal waters safely. With over 40 years of marine…
Continue ReadingThe wait is over, Ontario boaters! As the ice melts and temperatures rise, C-Tow Marine Assistance Ltd. is proud to announce our Ontario fleet is officially on the water and ready for another exciting boating…
Continue ReadingWhen 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…
Continue ReadingSpring 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…
Continue ReadingAs 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…
Continue ReadingWhen 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…
Continue ReadingThe 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…
Continue ReadingAs 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…
Continue ReadingAs 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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