In certain regions of the country, Labor Day marks the unofficial end of summer. In Charleston, South Carolina, September is one of the most perfect months to hit the waterways. There are plenty of weeks ahead for boating and whether your buying, renting, sharing or trying, this is the time to hit that water for the extended boating season. Here’s why you should go boating this fall:
Less Humid Weather
Charleston is known for it’s heat and humidity that will ruin any good hair day that you thought you may have. With the cooler, crisp weather, you’ll find you can spend more time cruising without sweating or trying to get out of the blazing sun. If you want to night boat, grab a light jacket and enjoy the milder temps. Scorching summer temperatures cannot stop you now! Additionally, when summer comes to a close, thunderstorms and heavy winds are less likely to occur.
Less Crowded Waterways
Everyone associates boating with summertime, but you know better! You won’t have as much trouble anchoring at your local waterfront restaurant or beaching it at the sandbar with less people out on the water. Enjoy the space, the serene environment and safety of being some of the only boaters on the water.
Leaf Peeping
Once those leaves start changing colors, people jam up the highways to get to their favorite hiking trails and on the hunt for a picturesque view – but not you! You know that the water is the place to be to see those majestic fall colors. Escape on your new boat and social distance to catch those reflections of yellow, orange and red.
Less Stress Launching
Launch your boat with ease this September! Marinas, harbors and boat ramps are easier to access in the fall when people aren’t jamming them up. First time boaters will also have time to follow their pre-departure checklists and practice their launching skills.
More Mini Vacations
Did COVID put a damper on your summer vacation plans? Make up for it with a boating trip this fall! Head to Beaufort for a quick getaway weekend, rent a cozy cabin lakeside or take your partner on a romantic boat camping trip to watch those starry skies. Studies show that spending more time in nature can improve your overall health and being near water creates a gentle meditative state that lower your stress levels.
