Whenever the weather is nice, boat owners love to spend the entire day on the water. After all, there are so many activities to do, from fishing to water sports. For pontoon boat owners, there is also the benefit of having space for your friends and family as well. This makes weekend getaways easy, with plenty of fun to be had on your pontoon boat for all ages. Check out some creative ways to use your pontoon this season, and some crucial must-have items for the perfect day below.
Brunch Cruise
Keep things light and fun by starting off the weekend with a brunch cruise around the lake. Pack foods that are easy to eat like toast, cereal, donuts, premade egg sandwiches, yogurt, or premade breakfast burritos. You can also take a range of juices, sodas, and iced coffees in a cooler. Then simply head out on the lake with your friends, cruise around, and stop for a picturesque brunch before heading back to the dock
or continuing with the day’s activities on the boat.
Snorkel and Swim Adventure
One of the great benefits of a pontoon boat is being able to jump off and climb back in with ease. This makes going on a swimming adventure much easier than on other boats. Consider taking the whole family out for a snorkeling adventure – provided you know of an area with marine life. Just make sure to anchor correctly and turn off the engine before anyone jumps into the water.
Game Marathon
Why not invite your friends out for a game day with a unique view? This is a great activity to combine with brunch, as you can eat and play games at the same time. Simple games like Boggle, Scrabble, and Connect 4 are great to have on board, as are travel-sized games. Games with too many pieces can get lost, and paper money from things like Monopoly can fly away, so it is best to avoid them. You can use the seating arrangements to set up groups to play or have everyone play together, consider games like Cards Against Humanity, Trivia, and Telestrations.
Must-Have Items for Any Weekend Adventure
Reboarding Ladder
Jumping in and climbing back in can be rather difficult without a ladder. If you plan to use your pontoon for swimming, having a folding ladder is essential.
A Place for Trash
Throughout the day, there is bound to be rubbish accumulated from food, drinks, and activities like fishing. Therefore, it is important to have a dedicated place on board to collect trash and make it easy to remove from the boat at the end of the day.
Coolers
Depending on the activities, you may want to have several coolers on board. We recommend one for drinks filled with ice, one for food using icepacks, and a separate one for fishing. Make sure they are all clearly labeled so guests don’t open the wrong cooler.
Snacks
Consider having a dedicated space for snacks on board. This should be for items that don’t require refrigeration like chips, cookies, beef jerky, crackers, and candy.
Napkins and Cleaning Products
Spills and messes are bound to happen when you spend all day on the boat. Make clean up easy by having wet wipes, cleaning spray, paper towels, and disinfectant on board. Using paper plates or napkins when eating can also help to reduce messes.
Water Toys
When packing your water skis, wakeboard, or tube, make sure to also pack the towing equipment necessary for each item.
Towels
Having a stockpile of towels on board is always helpful. You can use them to dry off, clean up messes, lie on, as a makeshift pillow, and more.
With a little bit of planning and forethought, you can create an unforgettable weekend getaway for your friends and family using your pontoon boat. Think of the pontoon as an extension of the house, cabin, or campsite you are using, and enjoy the unique experience of being on the water.
Find Your Perfect Pontoon with SunCatcher Boats
SunCatcher has a wide variety of pontoon models available, making it simple for you to find the perfect boat for your needs. As a leading manufacturer in the pontoon industry, they always offer superb quality and performance alongside unmatched customer service. Visit the SunCatcher website today to begin the search for your summer obsession.