While most boaters will want to get out into the water as much as possible, busy work schedules and unfavorable weather conditions are common obstacles. Those who are lucky enough to live in a place with year-round warm weather like South Florida are able to enjoy more boating days. Still, the busiest boating days of the year are typically during the spring and summer months.
Of all the days in a year, three days, in particular, see the greatest number of people taking their boat out of their docks and into the water. All of these days are holidays that usually extend to long weekends. Whether you want to go out and celebrate with other boaters or you want to avoid the busy waterways, here are the busiest boating days of the year.
Memorial Day
Taking place on the last Monday of May, Americans experience this federal holiday as a three-day weekend. Memorial Day remembers and honors the military members who died while serving in the United States Armed Forces. Taking place in the last days of spring right before summer, the weather is usually great for a day out boating. Memorial Day weekend is one of the most popular times during the boating season. People spend the holiday on the water by going to the beach, fishing, picnicking, and taking a dip in the warm waters.
4th of July
Independence Day is a federal holiday that celebrates the original thirteen American colonies declaring their independence from the British Empire. The holiday takes place on July 4th and is known for the plethora of American flags, fireworks, barbeques, family gatherings and local parades. It’s also a popular weekend for boaters. The July 4th weekend is often the busiest boating day of the year. Boaters usually congregate around shallow waters or sand bars. They spend the day swimming, barbecuing, drinking beer, and watching fireworks.
Labor Day
Labor Day happens on the first Monday of September. Fall is approaching and the warm weather days of summer are coming to an end. This federal holiday is a long weekend that honors the American labor movement as well as the social and economic achievements of American workers throughout its history. Nothing honors these achievements more than taking a well-deserved day off and spending Labor Day weekend having fun on the water. Be sure to stay safe by putting kids in life jackets and drinking responsibly.
Prepare Your Boat For The Holidays
If you are planning on spending time out on the water during these busy days, it’s best to get your boat’s maintenance done before then. Schedule yacht aftercare session with Deep End before the Spring/Summer boating season. Invest in oxidation removal or a paint rejuvenation to make your boat look shiny and new! Allow us to help you. Contact our specialists at Deep End today.
