In boat terminology 101, the transom is the part where the sides of the hull join. It’s part of the stern—the rear end of the boat—and includes the vertical area. The area is ideal for mounting an ...

HELENA, Mont. — The first mussel-fouled boat of the year was intercepted at the Anaconda watercraft inspection station on March 10. "The pontoon boat was recently purchased used in North Dakota and ...

Boating is appealing to many people because of its association with leisure. But there’s a lot to know about boat design, function, and terminology when you begin shopping for your vessel. Starting ...

WHAT’S GOING ON. YEAH, AND THE GREAT NEWS FOR BOAT OWNERS IS THAT THESE BOAT INSPECTIONS ALREADY UNDERWAY, STARTING MORE THAN A HALF HOUR EARLY HERE AT BEALS POINT. YOU SEE THE VEST? THOSE ARE THE ...

Choosing between a thru-hull transducer (top) and a transom-mount transducer (bottom) is a key decision for boating anglers. There are benefits and downsides to both. Courtesy Airmar A fish finder is ...

Montana’s first mussel-fouled watercraft for 2024 was intercepted last Sunday at the Anaconda watercraft inspection station. The used pontoon boat was recently purchased in North Dakota and was being ...