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When is it worthwhile to restore a boat?
Your boat has seen better days. It could use a fresh coat of paint, the interior is not what it used to be, and some equipment needs replacing. Will you restore it, or is it time for a new boat? To answer this question, there are...
Buying a new or second-hand boat?
Are you planning to buy a boat? That's certainly not a bad idea, as the Netherlands is an attractive country for boating. You'll find pleasant rivers in various places, and the Netherlands also borders the North Sea. You'll therefore enjoy it optimally with a...
Come and meet us at Boot Holland
Anyone who loves water sports can indulge themselves at Boot Holland! Schepenkring will, of course, also be present. Boot Holland, the only indoor water sports exhibition in the Netherlands! The range of boats is more varied than ever! For example, the impressive jetty is the mooring place...
Buying a boat – what to look out for?
You can already picture it: the wind in your hair; nothing but sea, sky, and seagulls around you. Enjoying the water, that's what you want. Not with just any boat, but with your own boat. To fully enjoy your adventures at sea, you need the right boat...
How to winterize a boat?
After a wonderful sailing season, winter is approaching again. In winter, you have the choice to leave your boat in the water, but you can also take it out of the water. In both cases, you need to winterize the boat to prevent damage and other problems....
Children on board: do's and don'ts
Are you the proud owner of a beautiful boat? Then you undoubtedly know how pleasant it is to sail. While sailing, you experience a wonderful feeling of freedom. This is due to the tranquility and infinity of the water. This has a positive impact on...
Safety on the water
Not only in traffic, but also on the water, traffic rules apply. And that makes sense, because that's how we keep it safe and fun for everyone. To avoid dangerous situations and high fines, it is very important that you know the general rules. In this article...
Boat navigation – Then and now
Navigating a boat or ship on open water or rivers. For some, it's a piece of cake, others see it as 'rocket science'. However easy or difficult it may be, it is an important aspect of learning to sail. Nowadays there are useful apps for that...
Selling a boat? These five tips will help you!
Are you moving, do you want to replace your old boat with a new one, or do you perhaps no longer have the time and money for your beloved vessel? Then you might be thinking about selling it. You want to complete the sale quickly and get a good price for your...
Boating holiday: tips and tricks
Pack your boat, prepare the route and go. During a boating holiday, you get the chance to explore the waters of the Netherlands or abroad. Do you want to get the most out of this holiday? Then discover these tips and tricks for a well-prepared...
Second-hand Boat Fair, Wartena
Come to Wartena on the weekend of March 18, 19 and 20 for the Second-hand Boat Fair. Sale of second-hand boats and accessories. Friday March 18 from 3:00 PM - 9:00 PM Saturday March 19 from 10:30 AM - 6:00 PM Sunday March 20 from 10:30 AM - 3:00 PM. Schepenkring Warten...
Moor for free all summer 2022 in our sales marina
Due to popular demand: motor and sailing yachts. Especially this spring there is a promotion at Schepenkring: moor your boat in our sales marina and pay no mooring fees all summer of 2022! How it worksAll our 8 branches have a sales marina....
Boating licenses: safe fun on the water
The love for water is instilled in many Dutch people from an early age. Children learn to swim well at a young age and on a warm summer day, a trip to the beach is very popular. Fortunately, we have a lot of water in the Netherlands. Not only for swimming,...
Safe boating with five strong knots
If you own a boat or are planning to buy a yacht, there are a number of knots you should know. Whether it's a knot to moor the yacht or to tie a fender to the railing; it's incredibly useful to know the right knots...
What to pay attention to with high waves at sea?
Going out to sea with your own boat is, of course, a fantastic experience. Also a huge challenge, because nowhere are your skills as a captain tested as much as on the open sea where waves have free rein. How do you conquer the heavy waves at sea? Here you will find...










