The winter season is right around the corner, which makes now the perfect time to start planning for storage. Whether it’s water toys, dock accessories, or canopy covers, properly storing your boating equipment during the winter months is the best way to protect your investment and ensure many more seasons of lake life. Why should you remove your boat lift canopy during the winter months? We're here to tell you why it is pretty important! Windstorms Here in Nebraska, winter o

It’s that time of year again! In Nebraska, we all know snow can show up as early as October, which means now is the perfect time to plan what you’ll do with your boat during the winter months. If you’re wondering whether you should leave your boat on the lift this winter, we’ve got some guidance to help you make the right decision. Considerations for Storing your boat in the winter There are a number of risk factors to think about when it comes to leaving your boat on the lif

Well, the time is here, summer is over and the cold temps are among us. If you live in a cold climate, like Nebraska, it is probably time to winterize your boat. We're here with your guide on how to winterize your boat yourself! Here is a list of things you will need to winterize your boat yourself: Antifreeze Fogging oil Motor oil Lube Oil pump Fuel Stabilizer Oil filter We always recommend looking over your boat's manufacturer's guide before you begin any sort of work on yo

Summer is over, and the lakes will be icing over in the next few months here in Nebraska! Customers often ask us, What do the freezing temperatures mean for my boat dock, and is there anything I need to do? It all depends on the type of dock you have, what lake you are on, if your neighbors use a bubbler or not, what direction your dock faces, and a few other factors.  There are a handful of lakes we almost always recommend a bubbler - like Lake Allure, Sandy Pointe, and Benn

1. Check your dock cables. In shallow water the ice will harden around the dock areas and as it melts, it can push your dock further out. Check dock cables for any weakness and repair or replace as needed. 2. Depending on the lake, use a dock bubbler that will keep ice from hardening around the dock. 3. Ensure that your dock is covered under your insurance plan. Some carriers add it under the 'Other Structures' class in your coverage/liability limits. Make sure the limit i