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Snacks and Drinks Perfect for the Boat

July 7, 2015 by gibson Leave a Comment

Planning your next boating excursion with your friends and family? Don’t forget about the menu! Surely you’ll need some yummy snacks and cool drinks for your next trip. Below, we have compiled some of our favorite food and drink recipes, perfect for those long summer days spent on the water! Enjoy!

Snacks

Rosemary Citrus Shrimp Taco | Serves 8

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined and tails removed
  • 4 ounces Rosemary Citrus & Pepper Sauce
  • 8 flour tortillas
  • 8-1/2 ounces fresh coleslaw mix
  • 1 red pepper, cut into strips
  • 1 yellow pepper, cut into strips
  • 1 avocado, sliced

Instructions

  1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add shrimp in a single layer and cook for two minutes until pink.
  2. Flip shrimp and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until shrimp is pink and flesh is opaque.
  3. Stir in 1 cup of Rosemary Citrus & Pepper Sauce and warm through. Remove from heat.
  4. Assemble tacos by topping a tortilla with coleslaw, pepper strips, avocado slices and shrimp.
  5. Top with additional Rosemary Citrus & Pepper Sauce, if desired.

 

Cheesy Chicken Bruschetta Bread Boats | Serves 4

Ingredients

  • 1 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 2 large sub buns
  • 3 Tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 2 large chicken breasts, cut into 1 inch cubes
  • 4 ounces fresh mozzarella, sliced
  • 4 tomatoes, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 bunch fresh basil leaves, roughly chopped
  • Salt and Pepper

Instructions

  1. Place the balsamic vinegar and sugar in a small sauce pan. Bring to a boil then reduce heat to medium low and let the mixture simmer while you continue on with the recipe. Once the vinegar is thickened and syrupy, remove from heat.
  2. Meanwhile, heat the remaining olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season the diced chicken breast with salt and pepper then place them in the skillet. Cook for a few minutes on each side until the pieces are cooked through.
  3. Preheat the broiler to low. Split the sub buns in half and brush them lightly with about 1 Tablespoon of olive oil. Place them oil side up on a baking sheet and place them under the broiler for 1-2 minutes or until golden. Remove and set aside.
  4. Spread the chicken evenly over the toasted bread. Top with slices of mozzarella cheese. Place the cheesy bread under the broiler for an additional 1-2 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  5. While the cheese is melting, combine the tomatoes and garlic and season them with salt and pepper. Once the cheese is melted, spread the tomatoes out evenly over the bread slices. If desired, place them back under the broiler for a final time to warm up the tomatoes.
  6. Top bread slices with chopped basil and a drizzle of the reduced balsamic vinegar. Serve immediately.

 

Adult Beverage

Pineapple Coolers

Ingredients

  • 4 cups pineapple chunks, chilled
  • 1 1/2 cups ice
  • 1/4 cup lime juice
  • 1/4 cup coconut milk
  • 1/3 cup rum

Instructions

  1. Blend all ingredients together until smooth.
  2. Garnish with a pineapple round, lime wedge, and sprig of mint!
  3. For a sweeter drink, add in simple syrup!

 

Kid-friendly

Orange Creamsicle cups

Ingredients

  • 2 cups light whipped topping
  • ⅛ teaspoon almond extract
  • 2 cups Yoplait light orange cream yogurt

Instructions

  1. Spoon half of the yogurt into the bottom of two small, clear glass or plastic cups.
  2. Stir the almond extract into the whipped topping. If you don’t like almond extract, feel free to omit this step.
  3. Spoon half of the whipped topping over your yogurt layer.
  4. Add a second layer of yogurt, then whipped topping.
  5. Chilled until ready to eat. Serve with a spoon and drink umbrella. Enjoy!

We hope you enjoy your summer days on the boat this season, stay safe and have fun!

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Keep Your Boating Season Safe and Fun

June 16, 2015 by gibson Leave a Comment

As boating season approaches it’s a good idea to review basic boating safety rules no matter how experienced you may be. We have included some boating tips, below, to ensure all your boating trips are as safe as they are fun!

 

Be aware of weather: You can check weather information on TV, radio or Internet so always make sure you check before leaving the dock. While on the water your VHF radio is your main source for weather reports. Weather can be unpredictable and change rapidly so make sure you are always keeping an eye out for warning signs. Two main indications of a high-storm probability are 1.) a lowering ceiling, this means the cloud formations are getting lower and cumulus (puffy) clouds are forming vertically, 2.) a sudden drop in temperature, a change in wind, or a drop in pressure.

 

Life Jackets: A life jacket or PFD (personal floatation device) is an easy safety device to use and it could save your life. There are many different types of flotation devices so choose one that suits your boating activities and conditions. Every boat must have a lifejacket that is Coast Guard approved for every person on board, and all lifejackets must be properly sized for each person aboard. Children under 13 and people who are doing water sports (water skiing, wakeboarding, and tubing) must be wearing a life jacket. All life jackets must be readily available and not out of reach.  There are many different types of floatation devices so buy one that suits you and keep it close.

 

Float Plans: Creating a float plan every time you take a trip on your boat can increase the chances of the Coast Guard being able to help you if something does go wrong. A float plan can be left with a relative, friend or at your local marina. A float plan should typically include your name, address, phone number of all passengers, boat type and registration information, your itinerary for the day or the length of your trip, and your communication equipment. Remember to call and report your location regularly this will help the Coast Guard pin point your location.

 

Designate a Sober Skipper: Make sure there is at least one person on board, at all times, who is familiar with your boat handling, operations, and safety. This way if the primary skipper is injured or incapable of performing these duties, someone else is there to safely return everyone on board back to shore. Almost half of all boating accidents involve alcohol, so keep the alcohol consumption ashore.  It is illegal to operate a boat while intoxicated so ensure someone on board is sober and capable of operating the boat at all times. Being out in the sun and with all the stressors of boating you need all of your attention to focus on safety. Alcohol impairs your ability to do this so save your alcohol for when you arrive safely back at the dock.

 

In addition to all of these safety tips taking a boating safety course will ensure you are familiar with all safety rules. Many websites and marinas offer boating safety courses online and in person. Educating yourself is the best way to keep your boating trips as fun and safe as they can be!

 

 

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