Houseboating means something different for everyone, and this month we are featuring two excellent stories that were shared in the forums. It's very eye opening to see the world through the eyes of other houseboaters!


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    * What's New and Happening this Month *

  • Great Houseboat Stories!
    Houseboating has a different meaning to everybody, and it's really nice to able to read and see the houseboating world through the eyes, and from another boaters perspective.

    We'll be gathering some of the excellent posts each month, and we'll share them here for everyone to enjoy. We have chosen one great story here from Danny from Michigan, and another from Glenn from Australia.

    If you have a story, tip, or memory to share, you can post it here.


  • The free Classifieds (The Boat Sold in 2 weeks)
    The free Classifieds are coming along nicely, and there has already been items sold, and we just received a testimonial email from Mike in Canada to let us know that their houseboat sold in less than 2 weeks.

    So, if you're looking to sell some houseboat related items, or wanting to sell your boat, go ahead and try the free houseboat classifieds section. If you're unfortunately selling your houseboat, you can get our free Top-10 Selling Tips eBook there, to help you sell it quickly, and help get you top dollar.


  • We just hit 3,300 members.
    A big thanks goes to all of you that have joined our Houseboat INSIDER newsletter, as we have now reached 3,300 subscribers. By the emails and forum posts, I see that we have a dynamic, diverse group on board. If you want to share this with other houseboaters, it's free and growing.


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    Get a FREE DVD! One of the best sites related to the boating industry has to be Discover Boating, and they're on Facebook, and they're now giving away a really nice free Getting Started in Boating DVD. Do have a look.


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  • * This Months Topics & Articles *

    Another very busy month, with plenty of great articles to choose from.



    Aluminum Houseboat Hull Fabricator - any builders, shops or manufacturers?

    Looking for an aluminum houseboat hull manufacturer, builder, or shop to fabricate a custom aluminum hull? I need to find an experienced fabricator

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    Houseboat Hot Water Heater - do tankless water heaters work well?

    Looking at hot water heaters on houseboats, and wonder if the tankless water heater works well on a house boat? Can I install a tankless water heater

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    Houseboat Pets & Animals - best dog breeds for living on house boats?

    When it comes to houseboat pets and animals, what is the best dog breeds for living on house boats? We are looking into adding a dog to our family

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    Houseboat Plans Layout - maximize space and storage on house boats?

    Looking at houseboat building plans and layouts, and how to maximize space and storage on house boats. Is it a good idea to have the hallway running

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    Where to find Houseboat Rental Insurance for a small Business?

    I'm looking to find houseboat rental insurance for a small overnight rentals business on house boats? I have a houseboat that I want to rent out so

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    Building Catamaran Houseboat Hulls - buy empty catamaran hull to build on?

    I want to buy an empty catamaran houseboat hull to start and build a houseboat on to, but am having difficulty in finding a manufacturer who builds

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    Houseboat Rentals - couples or family vacations on the Erie Canal

    Houseboat rentals are a great way for couples or family vacations, to slowly cruise and enjoy the beauty of Erie Canal. My wife and I rented a 35ft

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    Houseboat Electrical Charging System - diagnose, troubleshooting problems?

    The houseboat electrical charging system is not working properly, and i would like to diagnose, or try and troubleshoot the problem? I am looking for

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    Small Trailerable Houseboats - which model to buy, and new or used?

    Looking at small trailerable houseboats, and wonder which to buy, and do I buy new, or a used houseboat? I am looking into buying a houseboat that is

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    Houseboat Dog Potty - disposable portable training pads for dogs.

    Looking at a houseboat dog potty, and wonder about disposable or portable training pads for dogs on house boats? I was curious if any of the fellow

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    Older Houseboat Plans - any original blueprints, schematics, floor-plans?

    Bought an older houseboat, and looking for floor plans, or any original blueprints or schematics to help in the rebuild remodel of a gutted house

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    Houseboat Living, Cats 101 - the TV show Animal Planets wants cat lovers.

    Is houseboat living, and Cats 101 for you? The TV show Animal Planets has a program called Cats 101, and is looking for folks that live or travel with

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    Houseboat Living in SW Florida, and any houseboats for sale in Florida?

    I'm looking at houseboat living in SW Florida, and any houseboats for sale in Florida or surrounding area for liveaboards? I am thinking about

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    Houseboat Furnace Heaters - stay warm with good heat in winter?

    I'm interested in houseboat furnace heaters, and how to stay warm with good heat during the winter months. On my 1981 Sumerset houseboat we have roof

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    Houseboat Bilges and Water Leaks - how to trace and find the problem?

    When it comes to houseboat bilges and water leaks, how do you trace and find the problem as to what causes water to accumulate and gather under the

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    Tips on Houseboat Living in Canada - house boats let us live our dream.

    We're houseboat living in Canada, and house boats are our way that we live our dream on a daily basis. We live on a 60 ft Three Buoys houseboat in

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    Houseboat Flooring Choices - are laminate floors a good DIY idea?

    So many houseboat flooring choices, but are laminate floors a good idea in house boats? My wife and I bought our first houseboat last season, and we

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    Different Gibson Houseboats - which boat model, size, or series to buy?

    So many different Gibson houseboats, which houseboat model, size, or series do I buy for a large family? I'm looking to buy a used Gibson houseboat,

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    Houseboat Outboard Engine - which motors, top speed, and gas mileage?

    Considering houseboat outboard engines, and wonder which motors, top speed, and the gas mileage results we'll see if we change outboard motors? We

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    Free Houseboat Games - play with 3D house boats in a virtual world game

    You like playing houseboat games, here users can create, interact, and play with house boats in a virtual world. It's called Second Life, a free new

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