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Volvo Penta Introduces the Sterndrive Joystick for Gasoline Engines

2009-02-11T10:42:00.001-05:00

CHESAPEAKE, VA, February 10, 2009 (The Boating Channel) –Volvo Penta is celebrating the 50th anniversary of its industry-changing sterndrive propulsion system for power boats, the Aquamatic, with the introduction of the next big innovation in inboard-outboard engines. Owners of gas-powered twin sterndrives can now look forward to stress-free docking through the use of a Joystick.

Fly Fishing Chum Salmon Olympic Peninsula (Video)

2009-02-04T12:04:00.000-05:00

OLYMPIC PENINSULA, WASHINGTON (The Boating Channel)

- Bill Herzog has been fishing the Pacific Northwest for most of his life and is widely considered to be an expert on the region. The author of many books and articles from "Tying Strong Fishing Knots" to the "Color Guide for Steelhead Drift Fishing." Bill has also been a frequent contributor as a reporter for shows on the Outdoor Life Network, ESPN, as well as a regular columnist for Salmon, Trout, Steelhead.

Renovated Caribbean Princess Ready For Its Close-Up

2009-02-04T11:58:00.002-05:00

SANTA CLARITA, CA, February 3, 2009 (The Boating Channel) - Caribbean Princess has just emerged from an extensive three-week drydock to add many of Princess Cruises’ signature features that have proven so popular on its newest ships. Although only a bit over 4 years old, the 3,080-passenger ship was launched before some of the line’s most popular features had been introduced. The rennovated vessel now offers passengers the engaging street-café atmosphere of the piazza-style atrium with its International Café and Vines, the wine, seafood and cheese bar; the adults-only Sanctuary, seven new suites, and a more centrally located casino. Work is also nearly complete on a new Crown Grill steak and seafood restaurant. [Read More]