[JG1222]

Originally Posted by DoftheMattysort

...it would be fun to whip around in and learn about boating before I jumped into something more serious.

I have no boating experience and am looking for the least expensive way around this...

Also, does anybody have any other advice about starting out in boating that could help me?

Listen, if you're sincere about seeking advice here, before you even start thinking about insurance for that boat, you should be looking for a boating safety course (Coast Guard Auxiliary, Power Squadron, etc.) to take over the winter.

You said you had no boating experience - I know the temptation is very strong to hop in that boat and take advantage of the last few weekends, but do us all a favor and look into this course first.

I'm sure everyone here will agree that this is the best investment of short-money you can ever make - not only for your own safety and the safety of your passengers, but most importantly, for mine!