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February 2017 Blog Archive

Customer Satisfaction Award Winner- 16 awards in 12 Years!
Customer Satisfaction Award Winner- 16 awards in 12 Years! Mon, Feb 27, 2017 Williston, FL-- During the Innovation Breakfast on February 17th at the 2017 Progressive Insurance Miami International Boat Show, NMMA’s Vice President of Engineering Standards, Robert Newsome, presented Monterey Boats with the 2016 Marine Industry C... Read More

Exploring the Caves of the Emerald Isle
Exploring the Caves of the Emerald Isle Sun, Feb 26, 2017 When you think of Ireland, what do you see? As its name would suggest, the “Emerald Isle” is filled to the brim with rolling green vistas that are sure to take your breath away—but they’re not the only landscape feature worth visiting! Read More

How Pi Figures Into Your Favorite River
How Pi Figures Into Your Favorite River Fri, Feb 24, 2017 As we approach Pi Day—March 14th, or 3-14—we thought we would take a look at an interesting mathematical phenomenon that’s winding its way across the world’s rivers. As it turns out, there’s a surprising connection between the sinuosity, or bend, of ... Read More

5 Ideas for a New Kind of Spring Break
5 Ideas for a New Kind of Spring Break Thu, Feb 23, 2017 Beaches, flip flops, and a coconut or two might sound like the perfect spring break vacation—but there’s more than one way to relax! Read More

Getting to Know the Turkish Van
Getting to Know the Turkish Van Mon, Feb 20, 2017 You hear lots about dogs and their time on the water—whether as eager anglers, swimmers, or trusted boating companions. But what about their feline counterpart? Read More

Metal Detector Marvels
Metal Detector Marvels Sat, Feb 18, 2017 Whether you love the peaceful, solitary nature of combing the beach—or you’re hoping to find a life-changing treasure—there’s no denying that metal detecting is a worthwhile hobby for those who practice it! Read More

A Profile on Poseidon: Figure of the Seas
A Profile on Poseidon: Figure of the Seas Thu, Feb 16, 2017 Tall, bearded, and always portrayed with his famous trident, Poseidon is an instantly recognizable symbol of the seas—but just how much do we know about this enigmatic god of the sea? Read More

Testing Out Your Sand Savvy
Testing Out Your Sand Savvy Tue, Feb 14, 2017 Spending time by the water this spring? If so, test your sand savvy and build something new! Read More

Our Favorite Souvenirs
Our Favorite Souvenirs Thu, Feb 09, 2017 As you venture out this springtime, you may be looking for the perfect souvenir for that special somebody back home. There’s no shortage of great discoveries to be made at the gift shop circuit, boardwalk, or resort you’re staying at—but for the sake... Read More

Taking a Look at Beach Nourishment
Taking a Look at Beach Nourishment Tue, Feb 07, 2017 If you live near the beach (or are a frequent visitor to your favorite shoreline), it’s impossible not to think about issues like erosion or sand mining affecting the look and feel of the coast. Read More

Why We Love Bodyboarding
Why We Love Bodyboarding Sat, Feb 04, 2017 There’s something promising about the sheer simplicity of bodyboarding. When all you need is your body, some waves, and a trusty board, there’s no telling where the day will take you. Read More

Can You Dig to China?
Can You Dig to China? Wed, Feb 01, 2017 It’s a classic childhood pastime—digging (or trying, at least) a monster-sized hole that will give you easy inter-Earth passage to China, or another conveniently-located spot on the other side of the globe. Read More