Boat Rentals - Owning or Renting Q's & A's

   The average boat-owner spends over $5,000 per year on recreational boating. That figure doesn’t include the purchase of a boat. Further, the average boater hits the water 18 times per year. Do a little math and you’ll find that the average boat outing costs the owner an excess of $300. And that’s just an low average! For those of you who have always longed to captain their own vessel, it may be a wise move to investigate boat rental options. Not only do you get to use the boat right away, but also the boat rental facility takes care of license fees, maintenance, docking and storage, and insurance. Boat Rental facilities also give you a wide variety of boats to choose from. From personal watercrafts to pontoon boats, and all come equipped with the necessary safety and recreational gear. And you get to choose for either short term rental or for a whole vacation. Ski boat rentals come with skis, life preservers, and if you ask a question or two, you’ll even get a quick instructional lesson from the dock. Lakes are a popular spot for boat renting, and an increasingly popular vacation spot for those all over the Midwest. With the growing trend of intergenerational family travel, both current boat owners and non-boaters are finding that even renting a houseboat accommodates various activity levels and schedules. Renting a boat before investing in one makes sense. So does learning the basics of safe boating. Many states, as well as outfitter and parks, offer free and low-cost boating safety instruction.

1. Most Rental facilities will deliver a boat to your hotel or lodging and put it into the water. You do nothing but enjoy!
2. No need for a towing vehicle.
3. No washing, waxing or storing after a day on the water.
4. No making an expensive boat payment during the months of winter storage.
5. No maintenance expense.
6. Renting may be less expensive than owning.
7. All equipment is provided, (skis, jackets, ski rope, etc,).
8. No need to purchase a Water Recreational Permit.
9. A variety of boats from which you may choose.
10. You can share the cost with friends.