The 2009 Checkmates are here!

We have recently received our 2009 Checkmates here at Peters Marine Service. There are very sharp, classic, speed boats. Check them out and let us know what your think!

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Expand your nautical knowledge! Boat Courses for May!

Consider expanding your boating knowledge with some of our latest class offerings here at Peters Marine Service. GPS, weather forecasting, boat handling, and basic boating are all being offered in the next few weeks. Check here for more details.

Short list:
USPS – Onboard weather forecasting on May 15th
USPS – Boat handling under power on May 29th
Pa Safe Boater Course starting on May 31st & June 2nd

Have comments about our courses? Please feel free to list them below.

Time to get ready!

Wow! It has been a busy spring here at Peters Marine Service. We have been busy getting customers boats ready for the summer. Now is the prime time for you to start planning and getting your boat ready for spring. A good check of your boat and trailer is necessary to help ensure a great season of boating. Below is a list of items you may want to check for the upcoming season:

Comments are welcome in the section below.

Safety items:
Fire extinguishers all charged and ready?
Life jackets in good condition? No tears and do they still fit?
Flares expired?
Does the horn still work? Do you have a back up device?

Trailer:
Tire pressure ok?
Are the lug nuts still tight?
Did we grease the wheel bearings? Are the bearings OK?
Do the brakes work?

Boat:
Do we have all of our bumpers, lines, and other equipment in the boat? Are they all in good condition?
Hey, where is that drain plug for the boat?
Has our engine been properly maintained? Fluid levels ok?

This is just a short list of items. Do you have any other suggestions? Feel free to leave them in the comment section below.