Have you ever gone on vacation and envied all the people on a boat or personal watercraft (PWC) having fun on the water? Yeah, same here.
Then, after going to the beachfront hut to inquire how much they’d cost to rent, you find that you won’t be those people? Ugh—they’re so expensive to rent!
If you’ve decided to buy your own toys, but you’re not ready to buy a boat, buying a PWC is a great alternative. You can buy a PWC (or two!) to have fun whenever, and wherever, you want!
Waverunning is great for reconnecting after empty nesting!
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Small Boat, Big Fun
PWCs cost way less to own, run, and maintain than a boat.
They’re easier to hook up and tow, easier to launch, and require less room to store in your garage.
Best of all, they’re fast, fun, and great for spontaneous trips to the lake!
It’s fun to explore different lakes, taking in the peaceful beauty each has to offer. I especially love looking at all the waterfront homes…always dreaming of owning one someday.
If you own one PWC, it’s fun to ride together—but I think owning two is even better, as I’d much rather be driving than riding.
If you want to get into waverunning, this FREE Personal Watercraft (PWC)-Buying Worksheet can help you get started!
Learn The Ropes
If you’re new to this, before you launch, you’ll need to learn the ropes of beginner waverunning.
Visit the Boater Safety Education website to learn about courses and requirements for your area. As stated on their website, “Boating safety is a concern for everyone on the water. Even if you’re not required to pass a boater safety course in your state or province, boater safety is everyone’s responsibility. Boaters can keep themselves and their passengers safe by learning about responsible boat operation, etiquette, and the rules of the waterways. An educated boater is a safer boater.”
If you want to learn more, you can spend hours scouring the Internet, or you could get a jumpstart by learning from someone with first-hand knowledge. My husband, Pete, has many years of waverunning experience.
A Note From Pete:
Hey, I’m Pete!
Boating has been a passion of mine since childhood!
As I got older, I continued boating with my wife, friends, extended family, and later with our kids. Over the years, we’ve owned numerous boats.
We have had so much fun—cruising, crabbing, fishing, shrimping, water skiing, tubing, skurfing, kneeboarding, wakeboarding, and waverunning.
Prior to having kids, we were out on the water together a lot!
But, there came a time when boating gave way to countless hours in gymnasiums watching and coaching our kids’ year-round basketball teams, which we thoroughly enjoyed.
Now we’ve come full circle, and we’re getting back on the water together!
If you need 1:1 help with your waverunner-buying decision, or anything boating related, email us at lori@whenbirdiesfly.com. We’re here to help you get into waverunning and get into the water…faster!
Gear Up For Waverunning
Once you have your PWC, trailer, a vehicle to tow it with, and you’ve educated yourself, it’s time to gear up for waverunning!
PWC Equipment/Supplies
Before heading out, grab the FREE EMPTY NESTER Personal Watercraft (PWC) Equipment/Supply Checklist for items we have purchased and use, along with items we have researched and recommend. (You’ll also find the Checklist link in RESOURCES in above menu.)
Besides Amazon, following are some great places to shop for all your waverunning gear, either in person or online:
- Bass Pro Shops
- Cabela’s
- Dick’s Sporting Goods
- Scheels
- Walmart
Cool😎Gear
Visit The SHOP (COMING SOON!) for Empty Nester Merch—including Boating, Crabbing, Fishing, Shrimping, Waverunning, and more—for yourselves or for gifts!
Related:
Empty Nester Boating: How To Launch A New Life Together
Empty Nester Crabbing: Rediscover Your Greatest Catch
Empty Nester Fishing: How To Get Hooked On Each Other Again
Empty Nester Shrimping: Little Things To Help You Reconnect
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Empty Nester Waverunning: Riding A New Wave Of Life Together
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