If you're thinking about new ways to exercise, open water swimming may be a great option you haven’t thought of, and it may be a great fit for you. There are so many benefits to open water swimming; here are some of them: Open Space In a pool, you may run into the lane ropes or the edge of the pool; with open water swimming, there really isn't much to run into. Unless you count fish ;) You feel like you're going a much bigger distance because you're not seeing that pool wall

As temps start to cool down a bit, it's time to start thinking about fall! Some of you may visit the lake home throughout the fall, and others ultimately wait to come back out until next spring. Here are some things you can do to prepare your lake home for fall! Turn Off the Sprinklers Your sprinklers have probably been running all summer long, but now that it is cooling down and you may even have some frost on your lawn in the morning, it is time to turn those sprinklers off

The end of July is nearing, and before we know it, it will be back to school and the temps will begin to drop into cooler fall days. There's still some time left to have some fun out on the lake and make the last few weeks of summer count! Watch the Sunrise There's nothing prettier than a sunrise over the water. Wake up before the sun comes up, eat some donuts on the dock, and watch the sun come up. Don't forget your camera! Enjoy Your Time Outside Daily Go for a walk, take a

Summer is in full swing, and the sun is surely keeping us plenty warm. On hot days, it is easy to suffer from heat exhaustion, and that is the last thing anyone wants. Keep these ideas in mind next time you need to stay cool: Drink Liquids First and foremost, drinking liquids is the most important part of taking care of yourself in the heat. Drink plenty of water and sports drinks with electrolytes. Your body needs a lot more water in high temperatures, so be sure to keep tha

Summer is near, hallelujah! Before it is officially summer and you're spending your weekends at the lake, prepare yourself and get stocked up on the things you need for some summer fun! Sunscreen This is #1 on the list for a reason! Sunscreen is so important, and you want to make sure you have plenty of it for all the time you are going to be spending in the sun. Stock up on plenty of sunscreen so you don't run out when you want to spend time in the sun. Sprays, lotions, fac

It is nearly time to de-winterize your boat that has been sitting in storage all winter! If you plan to do this yourself to save some money, we have some tips for you! Check the Engine Since your boat has been in storage and not in use for a long period of time, the first thing you should do is check the engine and make sure everything is in superb condition. Be sure you change the oil and the oil filter. Just make sure the oil you are putting into your boat is the correct on

There are only three months until summer! Can you feel it?! I know we can! Those lake days are at our fingertips! If you own a lake home, here are some things we suggest you do to get your waterfront home prepped for summer: Deep Clean Your Home Chances are, your cabin hasn't been cleaned much this winter if you only live there part-time. Deep clean the inside of the house, the fridge and freezer, power wash your dock and deck, and anything else that looks as if it could use

Your seawall is so important to your lakefront property. Make sure you're taking all the steps to ensure it lasts as long as possible and performs well! Visual Inspection You should be looking your seawall over regularly. Look for cracks, rot, splitting, termite damage, or anything else that doesn't look right. It may not be a bad idea to have a professional look over your seawall yearly, also. A professional may notice things you don't. Get Repairs Right Away If your seawall

When the temperatures drop really low, your pipes have a chance of freezing, which puts pressure on them and can cause them to burst. Here are some preventative measures to reduce the chances of frozen pipes! Insulate Pipes If you have an attic or crawl space, you may want to consider insulating those pipes. You can also wrap your pipes in heat tape or heat cables with a thermostat control. Depending on your home will determine which type of pipe insulation that will be be

The holidays have come and gone. The New Year is here and now all we have to do is wait as patiently as possible for the warm summer months to be here. Trust us, this is much easier than it sounds. We have been waiting for summer to come around again since the second she left us. We are waiting for those sunny days on the lake and the nights by the campfire. Sounds dreamy, doesn't it? While you're waiting for winter to come to an end, here's some things you can do to enjoy it